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Incremental Encoders

Incremental encoders provide speed, direction and relative position feedback by generating a stream of binary pulses proportional to the rotation of a motor or driven shaft. Dynapar offers both optical and magnetic incremental encoders in 4 mounting options: shafted with coupling, hollow-shaft, hub-shaft or bearingless. Single channel incremental encoders can measure speed which dual channel or quadrature encoders (AB) can interpret direction based on the phase relationship between the 2 channels. Indexed quadrature encoders (ABZ) are also available for homing location are startup.

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Incremental encoders offer speed, direction and relative position feedback by generating binary pulses proportional to the ro...

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Bearingless incremental Encoders

Bearingless incremental encoders offer reliable feedback via a wheel and sensor design for maximum life in tough applications.

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Kit / Modular Incremental Encoders

Kit encoders and modular encoders offer compact size for easy installation and several resolution options with minimal or no housing.

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Optical incremental Encoders

Dynapar offers reliable optical incremental encoders with high resolution for applications requiring precision feedback.

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Magnetic Incremental Encoders

Magnetic incremental encoders are designed to operate in tough environments where dust, dirt and contaminants are common place.

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Specialized Incremental Encoders

Hazardous Rated Incremental Encoders

Dynapar offers several U.S./Canadian, ATEX, CSA and IECEx rated incremental encoders for applications requiring explosion proof encoders.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Incremental Encoders

What is an incremental encoder used for?

An incremental encoder is used to identify speed and direction. Operators use incremental encoders for closed loop speed feedback applications where precise coordination between motion devices is required.

How does an incremental encoder work?

There are optical and magnetic type incremental encoders. Both types consist of a spindle assembly, sensor, and cover. As the spindle assembly rotates, the sensor detects motion and translates mechanical motion into electronic pulses. The pulses can then be processed by a controlling device for the purpose of determining speed, direction and relative position.

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What is difference between an incremental and absolute encoder?

The major difference between an incremental and absolute encoder is that an incremental encoder only provides relative position data to an index location while an absolute encoder provides unique position data without the need to home. Therefore, absolute encoders work in situations where homing at startup is not an option or where immediate operation after power failure is a priority.

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