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Copyright © Parallax Inc. 36-position Quadrature Encoder Set (#29321) v1.0 11/6/2012 Page 1 of 4
36-position Quadrature Encoder Set (#29321)
The Parallax 36-position Quadrature Encoder Set conveniently provides rotational feedback for robot wheels.
This set was designed specifically for the Motor Mount and Wheel Kit (#27971), which is included with the Eddie
and MadeUSA robotic platforms. Or, use this kit with your own custom robots or mechanical systems with ½”
axles.
Features
Provides two out-of-phase outputs from within a single sensor assembly
36-position Delrin encoder disks are incised to grip ½” diameter axles
Dual-signal out-of-phase outputs indicate direction, pulse widths indicate speed, and number of pulses
indicates distance traveled
Small form-factor and low voltage/current operation are easy to integrate with your robotic system
6-pin single row header with 0.1” spacing provides a simple 4-wire or dual 3-wire interface
Specifications
Power requirements: 2.5 VDC @ 3.5 mA, 3.0 VDC @ 5.0 mA, 11.6 ma @ 5.5 VDC max.
Communication: two-channel high/low pulse output
Dimensions: 2.0 x 1.1 x .25 in (5.1x 2.7 x 0.6 cm)
Operating temp.: 32–158 °F (0–70 °C)
Kit Contents
(2) Quadrature Encoder circuit boards
(2) Encoder disks, 36-position
(4) 3-wire extension cables, 12”
(4) flat-head screws, #40-40, ¼”
Tools Required
Small Philips screwdriver
Craft knife