How to Install an Encoder！

Roundss designs and manufactures a wide variety of Optical Encoders, Magnetic Encoders and other Analog Sensors including Incremental Encoders, Absolute Encoders, Turret Encoders, and Hand Wheels for control and position applications in industrial market.

How to Install an Encoder

After selecting the appropriate motor, it is important to know how to properly install it. The installation of each encoder is dependent upon its mounting or base option. If an encoder is to be mounted to a motor shaft, then a centering tool can be used to align the hole of the encoder to the shaft. The different mounting options have varying functionalities. An R-option allows for a +/- 15 degree play of motion in which the encoder can rotate back and forth. A T-Option however, uses adhesive to stick to the back of a motor.

For step by step instructions on installing an Anaheim Automation encoder, watch our video tutorials here. Anaheim Automation also provides the option of an encoder adder, where we mount the encoder for you, hassle free!

Advantages of an Encoder

- Highly reliable and accurate
- Low-cost feedback
- High resolution
- Integrated electronics
- Fuses optical and digital technology
- Can be incorporated into existing applications
- Compact size

Disadvantages of an Encoder

- Subject to magnetic or radio interference (Magnetic Encoders)
- Direct light source interference (Optical Encoders)
- Susceptible to dirt, oil and dust contaminates

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