WP-2014: 7 Selection Criteria: Modular Rotary Encoders Versus Bearing Encoders
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WP-2014: 7 Selection Criteria: Modular Rotary Encoders Versus Bearing Encoders
Modular rotary encoders are often used for closed-loop motor feedback. However, in many cases a rotary encoder with bearings is a better solution. This white paper offers an overview of selection criteria that will help you determine which type of rotary encoder is best for your application. Modular, or ‘Kit’ encoders are a specialized category of incremental rotary encoders. A modular encoder and what we’ll call a bearing encoder differ in that the modular encoder has no internal bearings. Instead, it relies on the host device, typically a motor, to supply the structure necessary for proper operation. The sensor and disk are often separate assemblies that are installed on the motor shaft.
