Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Re: low cost linear encoders

> several people have asked for higher resolution encoder strips
> for similar purpose as the US Digital strips. I just got a magazine
> today with a blurb for Renishaw readheads for linear encoders.
> They have an RGH34 read head for their reflective RGS42
> "rolled Gold" scale made from a thin, flexible, gold-plated
> steel strip. I don't have prices for these items, yet, but I will
> check on them. I can guarantee they will be more than the
> US Digital unit, of course.

I've worked with these a little and they are nice, although I'd be concerned
about contaminating them in a machine environment unless fully enclosed.

I believe that they are substantially more expensive though - probably
enough to make commercial DRO's more attractive.

Chris


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