Linear encoder (glass scales) as controller feedback?
Posted by
Bill Kichman
on 2003-05-09 23:29:18 UTC
Can I use glass scales as feedback for my servos in lieu of encoders?
Does it make sense to do this? What are the drawbacks?
It sure would be nice to have DRO usability as an aside to cnc use for manual work.
Can I interface a linear encoder to my Gecko drive instead of a rotary encoder? Responses from others who have done this are most welcome.
Bill Kichman
103 Old Furnace Road
Cornwall, PA 17016-0643
tel/fax 717/270-0714
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Does it make sense to do this? What are the drawbacks?
It sure would be nice to have DRO usability as an aside to cnc use for manual work.
Can I interface a linear encoder to my Gecko drive instead of a rotary encoder? Responses from others who have done this are most welcome.
Bill Kichman
103 Old Furnace Road
Cornwall, PA 17016-0643
tel/fax 717/270-0714
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