This optical
encoder incremental module is used to detect a linear or
rotary position
when used together with a codewheel. Each module
consists of a
lensed LED source and a monolithic detector IC enclosed
in a small plastic
package. They are available in 2 channel or 3 channel
versions. The
resolution and index version of the modules and
codewheels must
match. They can easily be mounted by using 4-40
screws through the
mounting holes. These devices are very reliable
when connected
properly. Improper connections are the most common
cause of failure.
For maximum noise immunity or cables longer than 6
feet, add
a
cable driver
option (
PC4,
EA-D8
). For open
collector or higher
voltage
applications, add the
PC3
device. The
suggested mating
connector can be
found on each encoder's product data sheet, or on
the
Cables &
Connectors
data sheet.
Codewheels, quadrature
decoder chips,
counter chips, computer interface boards, mating
connectors and
mating cables are also available.
Agilent announced
recently that they will discontinue a number of their
optical encoder
module resolutions and associated encoders. Some of
these discontinued
resolutions, plus additional resolutions, are readily
available from US
Digital. For further information on our own incremental
optical encoder
module, please see the
EM1
data
sheet.