US Digital designs and manufactures optical encoders, inclinometers & motion control components. Our complete product line includes either absolute or incremental optical encoder & inclinometer products, stepper motors, PC interfaces, digital readouts, sw Copyright 2008 US Digital. Wed, 19 Aug 2009 15:35:00 PDT Wed, 19 Aug 2009 15:35:00 PDT

US Digital is proud to introduce our latest innovation: the T7 absolute inclinometer. The T7 is an absolute inclinometer utilizing a unique solid-state sensor to give high accuracy tilt readings over a full 360 degree range. Typical Applications Elevation control of heliostats and PV modules Parabolic trough tracking feedback Fresnel lens tracking feedback Product Features Full 360 degree range, single axis ±0.1 degree accuracy from 0C to 70C 0.01 degree resolution Sealed against dust and water (IP-67 rated) RS232 version allows up to 15 T7s on 100 feet of cable -10 to 70 Degrees C Operating Temperature US Digital CAN version allows up to 64 T7s to be networked USD-CAN supports 700 feet (213 m) maximum cable length The T7 is available with either a RS232 or USD-CAN interface. The RS232 version supports up to fifteen T7s on a single cable. US Digital's CAN protocol allows a network of up to sixty-four T7s to be connected to a single host. Power for each T7 is supplied over the network cable. The host accesses the T7-CANs through US Digital's low cost CANA-232/CANA-485 adapter module. This module allows the host to access each T7 on the network using simple serial port commands. A Windows demo application is provided for displaying the angles and temperature as well as setting operating modes, orientation, zero position, damping / averaging time, direction, and more for every T7 on the network. Additionally, a Windows DLL gives the user a set of simple functions to read and write data to a network of T7s. Visit Booth 3039 at Solar Power International to see a live demo of this new T7 Inclinometer! T7 pricing starts at $225.00 for single units and is $176.54 for 10 units. US Digital products are sold direct for easy ordering and fast shipment. View and configure the T7 »

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 15:32:00 PDT

US Digital is pleased to announce the release of its latest Absolute Encoder hollow bore encoder, the HBA2. The HBA2 is based upon US Digital's very successful 12 bit A2 absolute encoder platform which has been incorporated into a large bore bearing assembly with a tether anti-rotation mounting arm. The large bore design allows the encoder to be easily attached to shaft diameters ranging from 6mm up to 0.750" and tether mount bolt circles of 2.50" up to 5.00". The hollow bore and tether design replaces the traditional method of using a flexible coupling and subsequent encoder housing support systems of the past. Now with the HBA2 encoder, providing absolute position of a rotating shaft becomes a simple task. HBA2 pricing starts at $383.00 for single units and is $279.21 for 100 units. US Digital products are sold direct for easy ordering and fast delivery. Product Features 12 bit single turn absolute encoder Hollow bore design tolerates run-out Programmable zero location Low cost Industrial duty 6805 series bearings Analog output option available Programmable resolution Programmable CW or CCW count direction -40 to 100 deg C operating temperature Two year warranty View and configure the HBA2 »

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 16:15:00 PDT

US Digital is pleased to announce the release of its latest encoder in a line of high performance, low cost solutions for motor feedback applications: the model E8P. The E8P is specifically designed to fit on NEMA Size 11 motor frames and provides incremental encoder feedback information. The E8P's unique collet style, push on hubdisk assembly eliminates the need to rely upon the set screw to retain the code wheel to a shaft. Standard bore sizes range from 3mm up to 7mm; single ended and differential outputs are readily available. If you have a size 11 stepper motor which requires encoder feedback, the E8P is the ideal product for your application. The E8P pricing starts at $33.95 for quantity 1 and is $16.95 at 100 units. US Digital encoders are available to ship the same day if the order is received before 1:00pm Pacific Time. View and configure the E8P »

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PDT

US Digital is proud to introduce our latest USB interface product, the USB4. The USB4 is a high speed USB data acquisition device with multiple input and output types along with advanced triggering functions. USB4 Product Features: Four Incremental Encoder Inputs Eight Digital Inputs Four 12-Bit Analog Input Channels Eight Digital Outputs Four 12-Bit Analog Output Channels High Speed USB 2.0 Interface 32 MByte FIFO Comprehensive Programming Information and Examples All communication between the USB4 and the host PC is sent over a USB interface. The USB4 is compatible with USB 2.0 hubs, allowing multiple USB4 units to be used with a single PC. To handle continuous streaming of data over USB to the host PC, the USB4 has a 32Mbyte FIFO to buffer the captured data when the host PC or USB bus is busy. US Digital provides a CD with all the software and documentation needed to use the USB4. A library with a detailed Application Programming Interface is provided so users can develop their own applications; additionally, the CD provides several examples that demonstrate how to use the FIFO, how to log data, etc. For programmers who prefer lower level control, a register based interface and documentation is provided so the USB4's internal registers can be configured at the bit level. The USB4 is available to ship the same day as ordered if the order is received before 1:00 P.M. Pacific time. The USB4 is covered by US Digital's two year warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. View and configure the USB4 »

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 13:12:00 PDT

Dear Valued US Digital Customer, We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for choosing US Digital as your motion control product provider. As our customer, you are truly valued and we're always looking for ways to make your experience with US Digital even better. With that in mind, we are implementing changes that will help to streamline your experience as you seek out motion control solutions. Here are some of the improvements to be released June 30th, 2008: Our pricing structure has changed. We have added additional break points for quantity based discounts to ensure you are receiving the best value for the volume which you are ordering. Our product nomenclature has changed on some of our products. Our overall goal is to make the product nomenclature more intuitive, helping you to select the options needed for your specific application in a way that is straightforward and consistent from one US Digital product to the next. This modified nomenclature does not reflect a change in the product, only in the nomenclature. For a list of product-specific nomenclature changes, see our Reference section. A small selection of our products and options have been discontinued to allow us to focus on new innovative technology. In many cases there are alternative products that we can recommend. We are releasing a brand new version of our website that aims to bring an increased aesthetic and functional experience to our customers. We are very excited about our new website as we have improved usability, content, product photos, search capabilities, and provided a simple, yet effective product selection guide -- just to touch on a select few of our efforts. In addition, online ordering will be available in the next few months, allowing you to place orders 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We are as always committed first and foremost to our customers and welcome any questions that you may have in regard to these changes, so please feel free to contact us with any questions, concerns or issues you may have. We welcome your feedback and look forward to continuing to serve your motion control needs. Looking forward to serving your motion control needs, Chief Operating Officer

Mon, 25 Jun 2007 00:00:00 PDT

Vancouver, WA - US Digital is proud to announce the release of our new Dual-Axis Solid State Inclinometer, the X3M. The X3M utilizes MEMS technology to sense tilt angles over the entire 360 range. The X3M is incredibly flexible, with three different mounting orientations, in any resolution between 1 and 9000 CPR, and offers a selectable damping value to suit the customers needs. "Absolute Quadrature" provides absolute data using standard quadrature signals. Additional variations of the X3 will be released over the next two quarters. These include a quick-and-easy tilt switch and a more advanced inclinometer that offers a PC serial interface and fully programmable configuration. Typical applications include heavy construction equipment, dredging machinery, mining equipment, solar farms and warehouse automation.

Wed, 13 Jun 2007 00:00:00 PDT

Vancouver, WA - US Digital is proud to announce the release of our newest OEM optical kit encoder, the E7P . The E7P is a patent pending, quick assembly, incremental, optical kit encoder that offers resolutions of 180 to 720 CPR with either single-ended or differential outputs. The E7P was designed as a big brother to the E4P encoder and offers higher resolutions, a wider range of shaft diameters, and mounts to additional bolt circles. Popular mounting bolt circles of 0.750", 1.280" and 1.182" along with motor shaft sizes of 3mm to 10mm are available to make mounting of the E7P extremely quick and simple. The E7P is ideal for stepper motor motion control applications where cost is of the utmost importance. Other applications for the E7P are brush style servo motor feedback, robotics, pick and place machinery, X-Y tables and CNC machine tools. Additional Documentation E7P Data Sheet (HTML)

Wed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT

Vancouver, WA - US Digital is proud to announce the release of two bolt circles for mounting the MAE3 : 1.280" and 1.812". The MAE3 is an absolute magnetic kit encoder that provides shaft position information over 360 of rotation with no stops or gaps. This magnetic encoder is designed to easily mount to and dismount from an existing shaft of 2mm to 1/4". The MAE3 will now mount to 0.750", 1.280" and 1.812" bolt circles. Industry standard shaft lengths of 0.220" and 0.500" are both available on the MAE3. Custom Sizes US Digital is in the business of solving motion control problems and looks forward to providing the most useful and versatile product on the market. If there are additional bolt circles or shaft lengths that should be added to the MAE3, please contact our Technical Support department. Additional Documentation MAE3 Data Sheet (HTML)

Tue, 10 Apr 2007 00:00:00 PDT

Vancouver, WA - US Digital is proud to announce the release of its new miniature absolute magnetic kit encoder, the MAE3 . The MAE3 is an absolute magnetic kit encoder that provides shaft position information over 360 of rotation with no stops or gaps. This magnetic encoder is designed to easily mount to and dismount from an existing shaft of 2mm to 1/4". The MAE3 is available with an analog or a pulse width modulated (PWM) digital output. Analog output (MAE3-A) provides an analog voltage that is proportional to the absolute shaft position. Analog output is only available in 10-bit resolution. PWM output provides a pulse width duty cycle that is proportional to the absolute shaft position. PWM output is available in 10-bit (MAE3-P) and 12-bit (MAE3-P12) resolutions. The MAE3 will mount to a 0.750" bolt circle. Two additional bolt circle sizes will be released within the next quarter: 1.280" and 1.812". Industry standard shaft lengths of 0.220" and 0.500" are both available on the MAE3. Custom Sizes US Digital is in the business of solving motion control problems and looks forward to providing the most useful and versatile product on the market. If there are additional bolt circles or shaft lengths that should be added to the MAE3, please contact our Technical Support department. Features RoHS compliant Low cost Miniature size Available with Analog output and PWM output 10-bit or 12-bit resolution Applications Motor position sensor Camera pan-tilt position sensor Rotary valve position sensor Rotary air duct valve position sensor Studio lighting position feedback Additional Documentation MAE3 Data Sheet (HTML)

Wed, 28 Mar 2007 00:00:00 PDT

Vancouver, WA - Vancouver, WA - US Digital is proud to announce the release of its latest miniature absolute magnetic shaft encoder, the MA3 . The MA3 is a miniature rotary absolute shaft encoder that reports the shaft position over 360 with no stops or gaps. The MA3 is available with an analog or a pulse width modulated (PWM) digital output. Analog output (MA3-A) provides an analog voltage that is proportional to the absolute shaft position. Analog output is only available in 10-bit resolution. PWM output provides a pulse width duty cycle that is proportional to the absolute shaft position. PWM output is available in 10-bit (MA3-P) and 12-bit (MA3-P12) resolutions. The accuracy is the same for both resolutions, even though the 12-bit version offers higher resolution. Next Generation US Digital continually seeks to improve our products by making them smaller, faster, more accurate, and lower cost. We found a way to make the current MA2 even smaller by changing the connector from 4-pins to 3-pins. This new product became the MA3 and only has a diameter of 0.48". This next generation MA3 product is recommended for all new designs and applications. Features Low cost Miniature size Available with Analog output and PWM output 10-bit or 12-bit resolution Applications Front panel control Camera pan-tilt position sensor Rotary valve position sensor Rotary air duct valve position sensor Studio lighting position feedback Additional Documentation MA3 Data Sheet (HTML)

Wed, 21 Mar 2007 00:00:00 PDT

Vancouver, WA - US Digital is proud to announce an upgraded version of our low cost ED3 digital display. This upgrade offers significant enhancements over the previous version, including a more intuitive menu system and several new features, all for the same low price. Tachometer Mode A new velocity (tachometer) display mode was added to the ED3 product. The display will now report the encoders velocity in revolutions per time or counts per time. The existing Counter mode function is the same, and the parameter setup has been improved through an easier-to-use user interface. The tachometer is specifically designed to work with two channel quadrature type encoders and can sense direction as well as velocity. Display Resolution The Counter and Tachometer display resolution was changed from six digits to seven digits. The scale factor parameter also has the same seven digit resolution. User Interface The method for modifying the mode parameters was changed from numeric and bit-flag fields to alpha-numeric scrolling selection windows. The user will no longer need to refer to the manual to set the operating parameter values; each parameter value is described with a text title. Additional Features: Seven 0.5" high numeric digits with blue backlight Bidirectional counting Programmable scale factor and decimal position Displays signed values from 0.000001 to 9999999 Isolated SPDT relay output with programmable set points Applications: Tachometer Position display Distance display Digital level display Speed zone alarm indicator Additional Documentation: ED3 Data Sheet (HTML)

Wed, 29 Nov 2006 00:00:00 PST

Vancouver, WA - US Digital is proud to announce the release of its latest absolute encoder, the MA2 . The MA2 is a 10 bit miniature absolute magnetic shaft encoder that provides 1024 unique positions per 360 of shaft rotation. The MA2s magnetic single chip sensing technology makes it ideal for applications existing in harsh environments. The MA2 is available in two output versions, Analog and Pulse Width Modulation (PWM). The analog version outputs a voltage that is proportional to the absolute shaft position. The PWM output version outputs a 1024 Hz signal whose duty cycle is proportional to the absolute shaft position. The MA2 is a miniature encoder less than 5/8" in diameter and just over one inch in length, including the shaft and bushing. Absolute encoders have traditionally been larger, more expensive, and more complex than incremental encoders. In contrast, the small size, low cost, and simplicity of the MA2 now provides absolute position feedback for a new spectrum of applications that would otherwise be impractical. With useful, quick turnaround and exceptional customer service, US Digital is setting a new benchmark for low cost encoders. US Digital is continuing to engineer a high speed version and a 12 bit version that should be available during the first quarter of 2007. Features: RoHS compliant Low cost Miniature size 360 contact less rotational absolute position encoding Available with Analog output and PWM output 10 bit - 0.35 absolute resolution Applications: Human interface Robotics Office products Factory automation Power tools Additional Documentation: MA2 Data Sheet (HTML)

Fri, 26 May 2006 00:00:00 PDT

To accommodate continued growth in our business, US Digital will be relocating to a new 118,000 sq. ft. facility the week of June 5th - June 9th, 2006 . During this period, US Digital will be unable to ship orders; however, customer service and tech support will still be available. Please make every effort possible to place orders prior to the week of our move to avoid any unnecessary delays. Thank you for your patience. Phone numbers and internet related contact information will remain the same. Our new address will be: 1400 NE 136th Ave. Vancouver, WA 98684

Mon, 22 May 2006 00:00:00 PDT

Vancouver, WA - US Digital is proud to announce the release of our newest hollow bore optical encoder, the HB5M . The HB5M is a hollow bore optical encoder with a machined aluminum enclosure and a clear anodized protective finish. The HB5M optical incremental encoder is designed to easily mount to an existing shaft to provide digital feedback information for any motion control application. The HB5M bearing style encoder features a hollow bore that accepts shaft diameters of 5mm to 8mm in diameter. The encoder slips over the shaft and is locked into place with two 4-40 set screws. A flexible anti-rotation tether compensates for shaft run out. The flexible tether provides mounting for a 1.812" bolt circle. The HB5M operates from a single +5V supply and is available from stock with resolutions of 32 to 1200 CPR (128 to 5000 counts per rev.). The HB5M is available with either single-ended or differential line driver outputs. Features: Low cost Thru shaft design Heavy duty ball bearings track up to 6,000 RPM Rugged anodized aluminum housing Single-ended or differential output signals conditions Applications: Servo motor feedback Flux vector feedback Elevator controls Industrial process control Textile machines Additional Documentation: HB5M Product Page

Wed, 22 Mar 2006 00:00:00 PST

Vancouver, WA - US Digital is proud to announce the release of a new encoder tointerface product, the PCI-3E . Our newest PCI interface card, the PCI-3E , is similar to the PCI-4E but differs by tracking up to 3 incremental encoders and includes a seperate I/O port capable of handling four digital inputs and four digital outputs. Multiple cards can be used concurrently on the same PCI bus of a PC to obtain an additional number of channels. The PCI-3E provides fast, efficient encoder position counters for real-time data acquisition applications. An application running on a PC with a 1.8 GHz processor and Windows 2000 will store approximately 150,000 samples per second to a data array, each sample consisting of the four 24-bit encoder position counters and a 33 MHz time stamp. The plug-and-play software automatically detects the existence of one or more PCI-3E cards on the PCI bus and assigns a unique device ID to each card. Demo software is included on the CD for Windows 2000/XP. Two versions are available: the single-ended PCI-3E-S for TTL quadrature inputs, or the differential PCI-3E-D for RS-422 quadrature inputs. They are available from stock, usually shipping on the same day that they are ordered. Hardware Features: Encoder input frequency of 4 MHz (cycles per second)and 16 MHz (quadrature codes per second) Handles 3 encoder channels with index Fast real time response Provides 33 MHz timestamp Preloadable up/down 24 bit counters Software Features: DLLs for C, C++, Visual Basic Available in Linux 2.6 Demo and software library with source code Every control bit is accessible Data recording capability Applications: Position measurement General measurement systems CMM 3D measurement systems Process automation control Control system diagnostics Data acquisition for motion control X-Y table feedback Additional Documentation: PCI-3E Data Sheet (HTML)

Wed, 15 Mar 2006 00:00:00 PST

Vancouver, WA - The European Union environmental community is eliminating the use of lead and 5 other substances in electronics beginning July 1, 2006. In addition to lead this Restriction on Hazardous Substances (RoHS) prohibits cadmium, hexavalent chromium, mercury, polybrominated biphenyls (PBBs) and polybromintated diphenyls (PBDEs). The current draft of the definition of "lead free" by RoHS indicates a maximum concentration value of 0.1% by weight in homogenous material for lead, mercury,hexavalent chromium, PBB, and PBDEs. A maximum concentration value of only 0.01% by weight in homogenous cadmium will be tolerated. US Digital has begun theprocess of evaluating, testing and specifying alternatives for the aboveprohibited substances. US Digital's goal is to achieve RoHS compliance for all encoders and inclinometers by July 1, 2006. If you have any questions about US Digital's RoHS compliance plan please contact our sales department.

Wed, 08 Mar 2006 00:00:00 PST

Vancouver, WA - The MD2S is a universal programmable microstepping motor driver capable of driving size 17 to 42 stepper motors. Switch selectable resolutions from 5 to 256 microsteps per motor step and integrated resonance cancellation firmware provide smooth quiet motor performance. The standard MD2S provides selectable motor currents from 0.5 to 7.0 Amps per winding in 0.5 Amp increments. The low current option provides selectable motor currents from 0.2 to 3.6 Amps per winding in 0.05 Amp increments. The MD2S uses a novel highly efficient pump up / recirculate PWM cycle which significantly reduces power loss and motor heating. There are two different versions available for the MD2S . The P -version accepts Step & Direction or quadrature inputs from a motor controller or optical encoder. The D -version provides a practical method to digitallly control the speed of a stepper motor without the need for a motor controller. 4 digital inputs and 8 DIP switches provide the ability to ramp up and down, run slow or fast, and reverse directions. The MD2 family is a very flexible FPGA based product. US Digital can easily customize and tailor the firmware of the MD2 to requested parameters and behavior for special customer versions. The 4 digital inputs and 8 DIP switches of the MD2 may be assigned to perform different functions and often eliminate an external motor controller. For example: Execute a home cycle and respond to the inputs to make a series of pre-programmed moves. Simply share your request with our applications engineers for quick turnaround and a practical quote. The MD2S may be combined with other US Digital products to construct a simple motion control building block. Any motion controller which provides step and direction outputs can be easily interfaced to the MD2S . The MD2S is available from stock with little or no lead-time. Features: 29 microstepping resolutions from 5 to 256 microsteps per step 0.5 to 7.0 Amps per phase current in 0.5 Amp increments Low current option: 0.20 to 3.6 Amps per phase current in 0.05 Amp increments Single +16 to +50VDC supply voltage Applications: Pick and Place Digital Speed Control Automated Dispencing X-Y Table Control Robotics Additional Documentation: MD2S Data Sheet (HTML)

Mon, 22 Aug 2005 00:00:00 PDT

Vancouver, WA - US Digital is proud to announce the release of our newest optical shaft encoder, the H6 . The H6 shaft encoder is fully assembled with a shaft, two 1/4" ID by 1/2" OD heavy duty ball bearings and a mounting plate. The shaft of the H6 is either made of brass (polycarbonate version) or stainless steel (metal version) and feature either single-ended or differential output. This non-contacting rotary to digital position feedback devices provide resolutions of 64 to 2500 CPR (256 to 10000 counts per revolution) and include a finger-latching polarized connector. The H6 encoder converts real-time shaft angle, speed, and direction into TTL-compatible quadrature outputs with or without index from DC to 100kHz. They feature an unbreakable mylar disk, LED light source, monolithic electronics and single +5V operation. The H6 is available from stock with little or no lead-time. Available Versions: Polycarbonate Single-ended ( H6S ) Polycarbonate Differential ( H6D ) Metal Single-ended ( H6MS ) Metal Differential ( H6MD ) Features: Heavy duty ball bearings track up to 10,000 RPM Low cost Small size Tracks from 0 to 100,000 cycles/sec Single +5v supply   Applications: Closed loop servo feedback Office automation Velocity control Robotics Stepper motor position verification Additional Documentation: H6 New Convenient Hub / Disk Assembly Part Numbers Vancouver, WA - US Digital is proud to announce the release our new codewheel (hub / disk assembly) part numbering system. US Digital offers a wide variety of standard hub / disk assemblies ( HUBDISK ) which are a mylar disk assembled to an aluminum hub to aid with attachment to a shaft. A codewheel with a 1" diameter disk is available with bore sizes ranging from 2mm to 10mm in diameter. A 2" diameter codewheel is available with bore sizes ranging from 2mm up to 1 inch in diameter.

Wed, 06 Jul 2005 00:00:00 PDT

Vancouver, WA - US Digital is proud to announce the release of our newest optical kit encoder, the E6 . The E6 kit encoders are designed to easily mount to and dismount from an existing shaft of 2mm to 1 inch in diameter. The E6 kit encoders are available in either polycarbonate or metal versions and feature either single-ended or differential outputs. These non-contacting rotary to digital position feedback devices provide resolutions of 100 to 2500 CPR (400 to 10000 counts per revolution) and include a finger-latching polarized connector. The E6 encoders convert real-time shaft angle, speed, and direction into TTL-compatible quadrature outputs with or without index from DC to 100kHz. They feature an unbreakable mylar disk, LED light source, monolithic electronics and single +5V operation. They are available from stock with little or no lead-time. Available Versions: Polycarbonate Single-ended ( E6S ) Polycarbonate Differential ( E6D ) Metal Single-ended ( E6MS ) Metal Differential ( E6MD ) Features: Quick, simple assembly and disassembly Low cost Small size Tracks from 0 to 100,000 cycles/sec Single +5v supply Flush back or through shaft hole Adapts to 1.812", 1.280", 0.823" and 0.750" bolt circles Applications: Closed loop servo feedback Office automation Velocity control Robotics Stepper motor position verification Additional Documentation: E6 Data Sheet (HTML)

Thu, 28 Apr 2005 00:00:00 PDT

Vancouver, WA - US Digital is proud to announce the release of our hollow bore optical encoder, the HB6M . The HB6M is a high resolution hollow bore optical encoder with a machined aluminum enclosure and a clear anodized protective finish. The HB6M optical incremental encoder is designed to easily mount to an existing shaft to provide digital feedback information for any motion control application. The HB6M bearing style encoder features a hollow bore that accepts shaft diameters of 0.250" to 0.750" in diameter. The encoder slips over the shaft and is locked into place with two 6-32 set screws. A flexible anti-rotation tether compensates for shaft run out. The flexible tether provides single point mounting for bolt circles from 2.50" up to 5.00". The HB6M operates from a single +5V supply and is available from stock with resolutions from 64 to 2500 CPR (256 to 10,000 counts per rev.) with single ended or differential line driver outputs. Features: Thru Shaft Design Low cost Rugged anodized aluminum housing Industrial duty 6805 series bearings Single ended or Differential Output Signals Applications: Servo motor feedback Flux vector feedback Elevator controls Industrial process control Textile machines HB6M Data Sheet (HTML)

Wed, 30 Mar 2005 00:00:00 PST

Vancouver, WA - US Digital is proud to announce the release of our newest power supply, the PS-48 . The PS-48 is a 120W regulated switching power supply that outputs 48 VDC @ 2.5 A. The power supply covers voltage inputs ranging from 100 VAC to 240 VAC. Typical efficiency is 86% and output is short circuit protected. The PS-48 is easy to add to existing applications and is in-stock and ready to ship. Additional Documentation: PS-48 Ordering Information & Specifications

Thu, 17 Mar 2005 00:00:00 PST

Vancouver, WA - US Digital is proud to announce the release of two new metal optical kit encoders, the E7MD and E7MS . The E7MD and E7MS are low cost rotary optical encoders with a machined aluminum enclosure which utilizes a polarized Molex connector. These encoders provide either a single-ended or differential quadrature encoder output in a convenient mechanical package. Both encoders are specifically designed for high volume, cost sensitive OEM motion control applications where digital encoder feedback and moderate resolutions are required. The E7MD and E7MS are designed to easily mount to and dismount from an existing shaft to provide digital feedback information. These encoders are quick and simple to assemble, eliminating the need for highly skilled assembly personnel. Both the E7MD and E7MS are easy to add to existing applications and only consists of four main components: base, cover, codewheel and encoder module PCB. The E7MD and E7MS are available from stock for immediate delivery. Key Features: Low cost Quick simple assembly Low profile version available A and B quadrature output Metal construction 180 to 625 CPR 720 to 2500 PPR +5VDC supply Frequency response up to 30kHz 2 channel quadrature output Accepts 0.02" shaft axial play Available with either single-ended or RS422 differential outputs Fits shaft diameters from 0.079" (2mm) to 0.394" (10mm) Possible Applications: Servo motor control Robotics Pick and place equipment Office automation Medical equipment   Additional Documentation: E7MD Ordering Information & Specifications E7MS Ordering Information & Specifications  

Wed, 02 Mar 2005 00:00:00 PST

Vancouver, WA - US Digital is proud to announce the release of our latest miniature optical encoder, the E4P . The E4P miniature encoder is designed to provide low cost digital quadrature encoder feedback for high volume applications with limited space constraints. Unlike the standard E4 , the E4P utilizes an innovative push-on codewheel which accepts shaft diameters of 1.5mm up to 0.250". The E4P offers simple and quick assembly by means of an aluminum, high retention, collet style push-on codewheel. With reduced encoder assembly labor costs the E4P is an ideal choice for OEM applications. The E4P is now available from stock for immediate delivery. Features: Low cost Quick simple assembly Low profile 2 channel (A and B) quadrature output Metal construction 100 to 300 CPR 400 to 1200 PPR +5VDC supply Fits shaft diameters of .059" to .250" (1.5mm to 1/4") Applications: Servo motor control Robotics Pick and place equipment Office automation Medical equipment Additional Documentation: E4P Ordering Information & Specifications

Mon, 02 Aug 2004 00:00:00 PDT

Vancouver, WA - US Digital is proud to announce the release of our two newest encoder resolutions, 900-I CPR and 1800-I CPR. The 900-I CPR encoder resolution may be used with any of our E5, H5, H15 or S5 optical encoders . The 1800-I CPR encoder resolution may be used with any of our E6 , H6 or S6 optical encoders. Vancouver, WA - US Digital is proud to announce the release of our newest encoder accessory, the EDAC2 . The EDAC2 converts the A and B quadrature output of an incremental encoder into a voltage that is proportional to the encoder position. DIP switches are provided to select various modes: Unipolar mode provides 0 to 4.095V or 0 to 10V. Bipolar mode provides 4.095V or 10V. X1 mode counts on every encoder transition. X4 mode counts on every 4th encoder transition (once per quadrature cycle). Reverse counter direction. The EDAC2 has an internal counter that may be reset in one of three ways: by pressing the reset button, power cycling the unit, or enabling the reset on encoder index. The reset may be configured to either mid-range or minimum range. The EDAC2 also provides a TTL logic level output bit, which changes state to indicate direction of a rotary encoder shaft rotation or linear encoder direction of travel.

Tue, 29 Jun 2004 00:00:00 PDT

Vancouver, WA - US Digital is proud to announce the release of two new power supplies, the PS-12 and PS-24 . The PS-12 is an 18W regulated switching power supply that provides 12VDC @ 1.5A output. The power supply covers voltage inputs ranging from 90 to 264VAC. Typical efficiency is 70% and output is short circuit protected. The PS-12 may be used with a number of our encoder accessory products.The PS-24 is an 60W regulated switching power supply that provides 24VDC @ 2.5A output. The power supply covers voltage inputs ranging from 85 to 240VAC. Typical efficiency is 78% and output is short circuit protected. Both the PS-12 and PS-24 are easy to add to existing applications and are in-stock and ready to ship. Additional Documentation: PS-12 Product Page PS-24 Product Page