Encoders are more often used in digital, audio-video and measuring devices nowadays so SOS electronic has decided to extend this product range of ALPS encoders.
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What is an encoder and what it is for?
A rotary encoder, also called a shaft encoder, is an electro-mechanical device used to convert the angular position of a shaft or axle to an analog or digital code, making it an angle transducer.
These devices are used in industrial controls, robotics, in top-of-the-line photographic lenses, in computer input devices (such as optomechanical mice and trackballs), and in rotating radar platforms. There are many different applications depending on the specific type of the encoder.
A rotary encoder, also called a shaft encoder, is an electro-mechanical device used to convert the angular position of a shaft or axle to an analog or digital code, making it an angle transducer.
These devices are used in industrial controls, robotics, in top-of-the-line photographic lenses, in computer input devices (such as optomechanical mice and trackballs), and in rotating radar platforms. There are many different applications depending on the specific type of the encoder.
Features:
- compact and highly accurate sliding contact type encoder
- 1.5mm-travel push switch with compliance to 4.5mm height
- incremental type
- operation life 1,000,000 cycles can be supported (EC11J)
Applications:
- for controlling volume in car AV equipment, volume and menu selection in car navigation systems and various in-car components where less mounting surface is required
- for various types of controlling in DVD players/recorders, mini component stereos, CD players, portable audio players and various AV equipment
- for home appliances (microwave ovens)
Features:
- a high resolution of 12-pulse/12-detent and 24-pulse/24-detent in 12mm size
- the adoption of a new shaft and bushing create a comfortable feel with high accuracy
- capable for adaptation with a 0.5 mm push switch
- incremental type
Applications:
- for various types of control in DVD players/recorders, mini component stereos, CD players, portable audio, monitors and various AVequipment
- for controlling mixing consoles and electronic music instruments
- for home appliances (microwave ovens)
- plastic ABS material knob suitable for all offered encoders with 6mm shaft diameter
- black colour
- external diameter is 45mm
- heigth only 11,5mm
Please find the list of ALPS encoders here
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