2016 Electrical Encoder

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Rotary Encoder

Encoder

Converts angular motion into a digital signal using two square waves in quadrature (90° out of phase). Using one for each drive wheel allows for accurate measurement of speed.

Encoder and rotary with dimensions.

Connections (5-pin header)

Pin

Function

Signal Type

Connected Device

1

Ground

GND

Motor Shield

2

--

--

--

3

A

digital

Motor Shield

4

Power

VCC (5V)

Motor Shield

5

B

digital

Motor Shield

Datasheet

Notes

Test bench in progress.

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