Optical Rotary Encoders | CNC machine tools, robotics, precision manufacturing | Resolution: 100ppr (Base) ▲ 500ppr (Advanced) Optical technology (non-contact) Rugged metal housing (IP65 ▲) | ▲ 500ppr Advanced delivers 5x higher precision (ISO 10360 compliant) Non-contact design reduces wear (ideal for cleanrooms) Compact for space-constrained machinery | Sensitive to dust/particles (requires clean environments) Cost 30% higher than contact encoders |
Incremental Encoders | Motion control systems, industrial automation | Resolution: 1000ppr (Industry Standard) ▲ 1200ppr (Our Advanced) Incremental pulse output | Cost-effective baseline solution Fast response for real-time feedback (≤1ms latency) | Loses position on power loss (needs homing) Advanced version adds 1200ppr ▲ for smoother motion control |
Absolute Encoders | Industrial automation, medical devices | Resolution: 14-bit (Industry) ▲ 16-bit (Our Advanced) Unique code per position (no reference needed) | Maintains position after power loss (critical for safety systems) 16-bit ▲ offers 256x more positions | Complex setup for multi-axis systems 2x higher cost than incremental encoders |
Magnetic Encoders | Harsh environments (construction, mining) | IP67 rating (dust/waterproof ▲) Resolution: 1000ppr (Standard) | Withstands vibration/dust (ideal for outdoor machinery) IP67 ▲ protects against water jets (IEC 60529) | Lower resolution than optical encoders Susceptible to magnetic interference |
Capacitive Encoders | High-precision lab equipment, aerospace | Resolution: 10,000ppr (Industry) ▲ 12,000ppr (Our Advanced ▲) No moving parts | 12,000ppr ▲ achieves micron-level accuracy (NASA-grade) Zero mechanical wear for infinite lifespan | Expensive (3x cost of optical) Temperature-sensitive (operates -10°C to 70°C ▲) |
Contact Encoders | Low-speed applications, budget projects | Resolution: 100ppr (Industry) ▲ 150ppr (Our Advanced ▲) Metal potentiometer design | Lowest cost option (ideal for hobbyist CNC) 150ppr ▲ reduces backlash in budget setups | Mechanical wear shortens lifespan (5,000 hours vs 20,000 for optical) |