September 20, 2022
Encoders in Robotics are fundamental by nature for motion control as they provide accurate and precise feedback about angle, position, and speed. The robotics industry has grown steadily in the past decade as more industries move towards automation. Often used to perform tasks considered too dangerous for humans or repetitive...
November 9, 2020
When a longstanding OEM customer needed an encoder product for their medical equipment application they turned to Quantum Devices and one of their commutating optical rotary encoders. When it comes to medical applications, customers demand a level of accuracy and a higher tolerance to motor shaft misalignments. A large health...
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...
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