MicroE Systems was founded in 1994 to advance encoder technology. Seizing the trend toward smaller motion systems, their patented optical designs have led to over 30 different encoder models today. These innovations make encoders that achieve higher accuracy and speed while also being smaller, easier to install, and use less power. That's why so many … Continue reading Introducing the Linear Encoder Family of MicroE Systems
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Replacing Linear Encoders with Magnetostrictive Technology
A New White Paper from MTS Sensors Linear encoders are used in numerous applications to provide feedback for motion control. There are numerous technologies for producing a linear position measurement. This white paper discusses the benefits of magnetostriction for linear encoder applications and the benefits of combining absolute and incremental encoder feedback. Click on the … Continue reading Replacing Linear Encoders with Magnetostrictive Technology
Compact Linear Encoders from MicroE Systems
MicroE Systems introduced the Mercury series of compact encoders to help equipment designers achieve smaller and faster motion systems. Enabling many new applications, the Compact Encoders series has grown to 12 models due to an expanding range of applications requiring more resolution, speed, and even smaller sensors. Motion control engineers around the world specify Mercury … Continue reading Compact Linear Encoders from MicroE Systems
Motion Control Terminology Primer
What makes a bus based Motion Controller deterministic? What are the three types of Step Motors? What is the difference between an Absolute Encoder and a Resolver? These questions (and many more) are quickly answered in a free User Friendly 2page 'Motion Control Terminology' Primer. The Primer covers the following topics: Motion Control Motion Controllers Drives and Amplifiers … Continue reading Motion Control Terminology Primer
Up to 50 nm Resolution at Low Cost with MicroE’s New O.P.S.™ Series Encoders
MicroE Systems' new O.P.S.™ (Optical Positioning Sensor) optical encoder series sets the new standard for performance and value, in precision and speed of motion systems and metrology equipment. Its combination of resolution up to 50nm, fast-installing tape scale, dual optical limits, and status LED in the sensor make it the encoder of choice for OEM … Continue reading Up to 50 nm Resolution at Low Cost with MicroE’s New O.P.S.™ Series Encoders
O.P.S. Encoders from MicroE Systems set a new standard for performance and value
Excellent Performance + Value = O.P.S.™ Encoders MicroE Systems' new O.P.S. optical encoder series advances precision and speed of motion systems and metrology equipment by setting a new standard for performance and value. Its combination of resolution up to 50nm, fast-installing tape scale, dual optical limits and status LED in the sensor make it the … Continue reading O.P.S. Encoders from MicroE Systems set a new standard for performance and value
New Products Roundup from MicroE Systems
The last 12 months saw an exceptional number of innovative new position encoders from MicroE Systems, enabling OEM's to achieve new levels of performance, compact size, more efficient manufacturing and even portability. New optical encoders are giving OEM's these capabilities: • Nanometer-level resolution in the smallest possible sensor • Excellent short-range accuracy • Nanometer-level resolution … Continue reading New Products Roundup from MicroE Systems
High Speed: 10m/s and High Resolution: 1.2 Nanometers from a Miniature Sensor
The new Mercury II™ 6800Si encoder from MicroE Systems achieves ground-breaking speed and resolutions, all with industry-leading small sensor size. The digital SPI-format serial output achieves high speed with high resolution, many times higher than A-quad-B encoders. Linear applications can be up to 10m/s at 1.2nm resolution, and rotary up to 8.2M CPR at 6,000 … Continue reading High Speed: 10m/s and High Resolution: 1.2 Nanometers from a Miniature Sensor
Mercury II 5000 Encoders enable Motion Control Systems
MicroE Systems' new Mercury II 5000 is a miniature, high-resolution optical encoder that gives motion system designers superior performance, accuracy, versatility, ease of use and low cost of ownership compared to other encoders in its class. Mercury II is the latest innovation from MicroE Systesms. It is the next generation of high-performance miniature encoders and … Continue reading Mercury II 5000 Encoders enable Motion Control Systems
World’s Smallest Linear Encoder features 1.2nm Resolution
MicroE Systems’ Miniature Encoders are Ideal for XY Microscope Stages, Sub-Micron and Nanometer Positioning Systems, Piezo-Motor Stages and Fine Control of Optics. See how MicroE Systems’ newest Mercury II™ encoders, with miniature sensors and resolutions up to 1.2nm, can upgrade your motion system! Specifications Include: • Linear resolutions from 5µm to 1.2nm • Rotary resolutions … Continue reading World’s Smallest Linear Encoder features 1.2nm Resolution