Incremental Encoders: Still the Workhorse of Industrial Automation Incremental encoders are not a new technology, but they are still widely used in industrial automation. The reason is simple: in many machines, the system does not always need absolute position. What matters more is speed, movement change, response time, and stable feedback. Wherever speed control, counting,…
If you are an engineer and you ask where single-turn absolute encoders are used in industrial automation, the honest answer is almost everywhere. The primary consideration is the accuracy of the angular position relative to one revolution. When fast, accurate feedback is a must, no matter the application, a single-turn encoder is the ideal rotary…
Selecting a displacement sensor for automation raises a question as to what is the difference between SSI and SPI displacement sensors. An SSI serves as a differential while being non-multiplexed and actively simple, while pertinently relying on the data’s time-out frame. The SPI is duplex and actively uses a chip to frame the data. Both…
What is the difference between a single-turn and multi-turn absolute encoder in terms of power-loss position retention? There is a key difference between single-turn and multi-turn absolute encoders, particularly in power-loss position retention. Here are the differences listed: Single-Turn Absolute Encoder To learn more, you can also check out (Understanding Single-Turn Absolute Encoders: Performance, Integration,…
Accuracy is no longer a luxury but a necessity in modern industrial processes for efficiency, safety, and scalability. For companies operating in explosion-proof environments, such as oil and gas, mining, and chemicals, the pressure to be accurate while remaining safe is even greater. That is where the smart wire encoder comes into play. The explosion-proof…
A new cable displacement sensor has been developed with enhanced capabilities to ensure you have a reliable platform for automating your process. As an automation system, you require reliability above all else. The enhanced precision of the new sensors means that you will have improved control over your project as well. The system will also…
The “Brain” of Industrial Automation A PLC, or Programmable Logic Controller, is an industrial controller designed to control machines and automated processes. It receives signals from buttons, sensors, encoders, and other devices, then follows a programmed logic to control motors, valves, cylinders, conveyors, and other equipment. I. Why Is a PLC Important? In factories, many…
Position sensing may be an essential component in many industrial settings. Furthermore, if the area is hazardous due to the presence of combustible gas, vapor or dust, there are risks associated with standard sensors. An arc or breakdown can have disastrous consequences. This is where a SICK wire draw encoder comes in handy. It’s an…
From automation systems and manufacturing to heavy machinery, linear displacement is vital to operations in the manufacturing world. This is where a linear wire displacement sensor comes into play, providing precise position sensing over both short and long ranges, with a linear output. To convert a measured object into electrical signals, a sensor uses a…
Current industries are not ideal. They are subjected to dust, water, vibration and other mechanical stresses. Thus, under these conditions, an accurate measurement is a must. For this, you need to draw wire transducers. The wire transducers provide reliable linear position sensing with robustness and stability under tough operating conditions. The draw wire transducer is…
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