Re: Encoder wiring question.

Wayne,

You've already gotten some good "technical" answers, so I'll just mention that most encoder pinouts are now online at various electronics supply sites. Did you look for a part number?

Hope this helps.

Ballendo

--- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@y..., wayne_j_hill@y... wrote:
> Hello All,
>
> (I have searched the FAQ area before asking this question.)
>
> I am turning the path from steppers to DC servos. Right now I am
> experimenting with simple testing. I have purchased a GeckoDrive 340
> and a used DC motor (2.5" dia X 5.0" w/.375 shaft) with an encoder
> attached. My question is the encoder did not have pinout
> information. There are 10 pins on it. I have determined the +5VDC
> and ground pins from the IC's on the circuit. How do I find the
> Phase A and Phase B pins and the Quad resolution of the encoder?
> Have not applied power to anything yet.
>
> TIA,
>
> Wayne