Renishaw launches ATOM, a non-contact optical linear and rotary incremental encoder system that combines miniaturization with dirt immunity, signal stability and reliability. The new encoder achieves increased performance as a consequence of a design that avoids the many compromises traditionally associated with miniaturized encoders.
ATOM, which is available in sizes as small as 6.7 mm x 12.7 mm x 20.5 mm, is the world’s first miniature encoder to use filtering optics with Auto Gain Control (AGC) and Auto Offset Control (AOC). This advanced technology is found in Renishaw’s proven TONiC™ incremental encoder range and provides excellent signal stability and exceptional dirt immunity.