At Encoder Products Company (EPC), we take pride in designing, manufacturing, and assembling high-quality rotary encoders right here in Sagle, Idaho, USA. Through vertical integration, we oversee …

Learn what an encoder is, how it works, and the different types of encoders. Explore real-world applications and find the right encoder for your needs.

As devices that convert physical motion (such as rotation or linear displacement) into electrical signals that can be processed by electronic control systems, encoders are key components for achieving …

Sep 11, 2020 · This article reviews the different types of encoders, their sensing technologies, and selection considerations.

Jun 6, 2024 · This article delves into the foundational concepts of encoders, their various types, recent advancements, seamless integration with modern systems, and how they are revolutionizing industries.

Aug 10, 2025 · Explore the various types of encoders used in industrial automation, including rotary, linear, absolute, and incremental encoders. Understand how encoders work and where they are …

Nov 26, 2025 · Encoders are useful in digital systems for data compression and efficient transmission. Variants like priority encoders assign importance to inputs to manage simultaneous signals.

This article aims to explain position encoders in simple terms: it covers descriptions of what an encoder is, the different types of encoder, how they work and where they are used.

Common applications include motor feedback, robotics and industrial automation. Rotary encoders are divided into two main types: incremental and absolute. Learn more about the differences between …

An encoder (or "simple encoder") in digital electronics is a one-hot to binary converter. That is, if there are 2 n input lines, and at most only one of them will ever be high, the binary code of this 'hot' line is …