Stepper Motor Rotary Encoder

A rotary encoder, also called a shaft encoder, is an electromechanical device that converts the angular position or motion of a shaft or an axle to analogue or digital code. Output of the incremental encoder provides information about the motion of the shaft, which is further processed elsewhere into information such as speed, distance and position. Stepper motor rotary encoders are particularly used in applications where precise positioning, velocity control, and real-time position feedback are critical. They find applications in areas such as robotics, CNC machines, automated systems, and any application that requires accurate and reliable motion control. It's important to note that stepper motor rotary encoders are not as common as encoder-integrated solutions for other motor types, such as servo motors. Therefore, their availability and specific features may vary depending on the manufacturer and the stepper motor model.