What is an Encoder?
Encoder Products Company 4/18/2018
If you search the definition of an encoder, you will get a vast and confusing array of responses. For our purposes, encoders are used in machinery for motion control. Encoders are found in machinery in all industries. You will find encoders used in cut-to-length applications, plotters, robotics, packaging, conveying, automation, sorting, filling, imaging, and many, many more.
Servo motors require accurate rotary encoder feedback for proper function. Install the wrong encoder and you could end up with an expensive door stop. Here are a few tips to help ensure successful specification of EPC's Accu-Coder Model 15T/H - both for new servo applications or for cross-reference replacement.
Encoder Products Company rotary encoders are warrantied for three years, and in most cases they exceed that life expectancy by varying degrees. So, what brings an otherwise healthy encoder to an untimely end? More often than not, the cause of shortened product life is mechanically induced. And, in many cases, it's excessive bearing wear. How can it be avoided?
When specifying a rotary encoder, should you opt for a Hollow Bore or a Thru-bore housing? Usually, either design can work equally well. However, in some situations there are important reasons to choose one over the other. In the parlance of Encoder Products Company, a Thru-Bore (or Through-bore) housing has a bore opening that passes completely through the encoder body. The encoder is more or less a donut.
For most linear measurement applications, our line of Tru-Trac encoders are a great option. These integrated linear measurement solutions are easy to install and deliver reliable, accurate feedback for applications such as cut-to-length, spooling, length measurement, and print registration.
The all new Model 30MT is a compact magnetic encoder module designed to work in even the harshest conditions. With a threaded housing for easy installation, the Model 30MT is a versatile, compact solution for many applications.
The NEW Model 25SP Accu-CoderPro is the Size 25 incremental shaft encoder that goes anywhere.
If you’ve got a rotary encoder application where space constraints or cable routing requirements don't allow for a straight connector, we have the solution: Encoder Products Company now offers 90-degree Mil-Spec style mating connectors.
Encoder Products Company is proud to announce several unbelievable new products available on April 1st, 2014.
Metallurgists can expertly mix two metals to produce an alloy that accents the strengths of both components. Likewise, EPC's "encoder-ologists" have combined our rugged Size 25 Industrial Shaft Encoder Housing with our innovative magnetic multiturn absolute encoder. The result? The Model MA63S.
Meet the Encoder Products Company (EPC) Model 725I, a rotary encoder engineered for severe operating conditions, now featuring the newly upgraded Industrial Housing.
Recently, we've encountered a spike in requests for replacements for a variety of discontinued Renco encoders. Normally, we don't focus on competing brands in this forum; however, due to the number of recent inquiries, we thought it would be helpful to compile a cross reference list for several Renco rotary encoders.