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<metadesc>The Phidget Encoder fits on the rear shaft of our stepper and DC motors. Measure the rotation of your stepper even when it missteps.</metadesc>
<metadesc>The Phidget Encoder fits on the rear shaft of our stepper and DC motors. Measure the rotation of your stepper even when it missteps.</metadesc>
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==Getting Started==
==Getting Started==
===Checking the Contents===
===Checking the Contents===
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* Plastic encoder disk
* Plastic encoder disk
* Encoder PCB
* Encoder PCB
* Two screws
* Two 8mm screws
* Two 6mm screws
* 3035 - Encoder Cable
* 3035 - Encoder Cable
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===Connecting the Pieces===
===Connecting the Pieces===
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Take the plastic base, the encoder PCB, and the two screws (the screws should be inside the encoder cap). Place the PCB with the white connector facing downward so that it fits into the space on the plastic base. Take care not to touch the optical sensor on top of the PCB, because your fingerprints could affect the operation of the sensor. Place the screws in the two holes in the PCB.
Take the plastic base, the encoder PCB, and two screws. Use the longer 8mm screws if they fit your motor, or the 6mm screws if those are too long. Place the PCB inside the base in the orientation shown above so that it fits in. Place the combined base and PCB on the back of the motor such that the mounting holes line up with the holes in the base. There are two orientations possible- use whichever is more convenient for motor wiring. Place the screws in the two holes in the PCB and screw until the base and PCB are firmly attached, being careful not to over-tighten and damage the pieces.
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Line the parts up with the mounting holes on the back of the motor. It doesn't matter which way the encoder is facing, but for cable management purposes you may want to have the connector facing the same direction as the motor's wires. Screw the parts onto the back of the motor, tightening until there is no visible gap between the PCB and the plastic base. Do not over-tighten.
Take the plastic encoder wheel and place it on the shaft with the comb-shaped edge facing the motor. Slowly slide the wheel onto the shaft until the combs are aligned with the bubble on the optical sensor (Outlined in red below). Be careful not to push so far that the wheel is contacting components on the PCB (outlined in green below).
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Get the encoder disk and hex key. Do not touch the surface of the encoder disk, as your fingerprints could affect the operation of the optical sensor. Place the encoder disk on the rear shaft of the motor with the metal coupler facing outward. Slide the encoder disk until the surface of the disk is approximately 1.5mm from the optical sensor on the PCB. Use the hex key to tighten the set-screw on the coupler of the encoder disk.  
Take the plastic cap and align the hole with the white connector. Press the cap on so that the tabs on either side click in.
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Double check everything before attaching the plastic cap; it is very difficult to remove once it snaps in place.  
Attach the cable to the white connector. You may need to push on either side with your fingernail or a screwdriver to ensure that it's fully inserted.
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Attach the included encoder cable and you're all done! For further instructions, visit the [[:Category: UserGuide|user guide]] for the motor controller and encoder interface Phidget that you're using.  
For further instructions, visit the [[:Category: UserGuide|user guide]] for the motor controller and encoder interface Phidget that you're using.  
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Latest revision as of 20:32, 3 July 2018


Getting Started

Checking the Contents

ENC4109 Parts.jpg

You should have received:

  • Plastic encoder cap and base
  • Plastic encoder disk
  • Encoder PCB
  • Two 8mm screws
  • Two 6mm screws
  • 3035 - Encoder Cable

In order to test your new Phidget you will also need:

  • A motor with a rear shaft and compatible mounting holes
  • A motor controller Phidget
  • A Phidget with an encoder input

Connecting the Pieces

Take the plastic base, the encoder PCB, and two screws. Use the longer 8mm screws if they fit your motor, or the 6mm screws if those are too long. Place the PCB inside the base in the orientation shown above so that it fits in. Place the combined base and PCB on the back of the motor such that the mounting holes line up with the holes in the base. There are two orientations possible- use whichever is more convenient for motor wiring. Place the screws in the two holes in the PCB and screw until the base and PCB are firmly attached, being careful not to over-tighten and damage the pieces.

ENC4109 Connection1.jpg

Take the plastic encoder wheel and place it on the shaft with the comb-shaped edge facing the motor. Slowly slide the wheel onto the shaft until the combs are aligned with the bubble on the optical sensor (Outlined in red below). Be careful not to push so far that the wheel is contacting components on the PCB (outlined in green below). ENC4109 Connection2b.jpg

ENC4109 Connection2.jpg

Take the plastic cap and align the hole with the white connector. Press the cap on so that the tabs on either side click in.

ENC4109 Connection3.jpg

Attach the cable to the white connector. You may need to push on either side with your fingernail or a screwdriver to ensure that it's fully inserted.

ENC4109 Connection4.jpg

For further instructions, visit the user guide for the motor controller and encoder interface Phidget that you're using.


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