Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Encoder question

babinda01 wrote:

>Hi,
>I am hoping someone can help with a problem I am having.
>I have a linear encoder which only has 2 chanels A, notA & B, notB. I
>need to have a Z, notZ pulse so that I can set up homing. Is there a
>circuit that can be made to 'generate' a Z phase????
>
>

No, you can't make the index (Z) signal from A and B. the A and B
quadrature signals just repeat every cycle of the pattern. You
need a separate optical track to generate the Z.

Jon