May 7, 2020
An INDEX PULSE is a digital signal generated from an incremental encoder on an individual output channel, once per revolution. This unique pulse may be used for several purposes: In conjunction with a counter, it can be used to track the total number of shaft rotations. It may be used...
April 28, 2020
Quantum Devices’ QM35 EZ-Comm Commutating Optical Rotary Encoders feature a fast and simple way to align the commutation outputs to the windings of a BLDC motor. The installation video below demonstrates the commutation alignment procedure: For step-by-step written instructions, please refer to the Installation Manual. The QM35-EZ Comm is a...
April 28, 2020
Quantum Devices QM35 and QML35 Optical Rotary Encoders boast a patented lock-n-twist technology which simplifies installation and commutation timing. The installation video below demonstrates the simple installation of a QM35 encoder on a motor, including the commutation alignment procedure for encoders with built-in commutation. For step-by-step written instructions, please...
April 9, 2020
For OEMs whose equipment uses incremental optical encoders to manage AC/DC motors, working with a supplier with leading edge technology and US only based production has proven to be a winning strategy. Consistent product innovations over the past 30 years have allowed these OEMs...
March 16, 2020
The rapid spread of Coronavirus in China has been a cause of major supply chain disruption for many US manufacturers. For OEMs whose equipment uses incremental optical encoders to manage AC/DC motor speed, acceleration, and related equipment position, it has become a significant issue for overseas encoder manufacturers such as...
February 14, 2020
Incremental rotary encoder resolution equals the number of measuring units in one revolution of the shaft, and is measured in PPR (pulses per revolution). Because incremental rotary encoders have A/B outputs, resolution is 4 times the PPR: accounting for 2 edges each on the A channel and B channel. High-resolution...
February 13, 2020
Automated equipment designers in many medical, industrial and military sectors are constantly working to reduce the working envelope of the equipment they produce. Whether it is for robotic or cartesian systems, motors and motion control systems are shrinking, while motor torque and accuracy requirements are increasing. Compact and miniature rotary...
January 15, 2020
Warehouse automation systems have progressed dramatically over the last decade thanks to improvements in software, actuation, sensing, communication and control technology. AGVs have benefited greatly from these advances, and as a result are being applied to a broadening range of applications. AGVs have defined paths or areas within which they...
October 7, 2019
Quantum Devices now offers a programmable commutating rotary encoder. In response to industry demand for reduced labor time and more reliable installation, Quantum Devices developed the QM35 EZ-COMM. This time-saving programming technology simplifies BLDC commutation programming. It reduces production assembly and configuration time for OEMs using incremental encoders to precisely...
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