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Encoders

Encoders for harsh environments

Identify and preemptively fix failures, and magnetic solutions might offer less wear and maintenance overtime
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Encoders

Advantages of encoders vs. resolvers

Encoders have a distinct advantage over resolvers in accuracy and speed, but resolvers dominate in harsh environments
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Contact-free sensor solutions for harsh environments

With no mechanical wear, magnetostrictive and inductive technologies meet a range of size, speed and resolution needs
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Drives

Variable frequency drive control with the right speed and torque

Just as each application will dictate the VFD needed, fieldbus protocols range from simple to high-performance
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Encoders

The freedom of the absolute: Let the application guide your encoder choice

Why absolute encoders are the best choice when exact position needs to be known.
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Encoders

Resolve or encode the feedback loop

Motor control loops like feedback from any device, but the application is the one calling the shots
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Motors

Get motors rolling and add feedback

Keep an ear out for electromagnetic interference and radio frequency interference
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Encoders

How to navigate the encoder/resolver rabbit hole

The choices seem to go on forever, so when is it best to decidehow to manage shaft speed or position control
Encoders

Encoders and resolvers—giving you a sense of where things are

Whether it is rotational angle, speed feedback or actuator position, rotary encoders and resolvers can give you a sense of where things are.