Small encoder, large purpose

Small encoder, large purpose

Encoder, also known as "encoder" in English, is a sensor that can convert distance (linear displacement) and angle (angular displacement) into electrical signals and output them. Encoders are typically used in industrial motion control to measure and provide feedback on the position and status of the object being measured, such as machine tools, robots, motor feedback systems, and measurement and control equipment.
Encoders have small size, light weight, multiple varieties, and strong load-bearing capacity. Advantages such as low torque and low energy consumption. According to the usage scenario, it can be divided into heavy-duty applications, servo motors, general industrial applications, and light load applications.
Today, Xiaobian will take you to talk about light load applications, that is, the application of light load encoders in our lives, such as photocopiers, fax machines or some Laboratory equipment. Due to the comfort of these environments, lightweight encoders provide impressive performance in such environments.

ZSP2504 incremental encoder

As shown in the figure below, a small encoder - ZSP2504 incremental encoder - is installed in a common cash register in our daily life.

The incremental encoder can provide excellent speed and position feedback, and can output a specific number of pulses per revolution. The output signal can be a single A signal or a dual AB signal, which detects the direction of rotation through phase difference. It can achieve functions such as counting and distance measurement, and can achieve zero position.