Re: Z signal on rotary encoder?

["Darrell" <dgehlsen-at-earthlink.net>]

Z is the index pulse that show up once every revolution. Handy for home switches
or spindle speed but if you don't need it, let it hang.
Darrell

http://www.machinemaster.com


----- Original Message -----
From: "Erich Müller" <emcuser-at-gonzales.swb.de>
To: "Multiple recipients of list" <emc-at-nist.gov>
Sent: Friday, December 21, 2001 2:32 PM
Subject: Z signal on rotary encoder?


>
> Hello,
>
>
> starting to collect components for machine construction. Got an encoder
> (rotary 2500 imp/rev) that lists on its label, apart from the usual power
> +/- supply leads the ground shield braid the A and B signal leads also a
> Z-lead.
>
> What signal would this Z-lead carry? Can it safely be ignored or do I need
> to connect it if I ever get to put this encoder to its intended use?
>
> Thanks,
> Erich
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>