AutomationDirect: Encoders

Automationdirect.com (Cumming, GA), formerly PLCDirect, has introduced a line of optical rotary encoders for positioning and motion control applications.

Aug 31, 1999

Models range in price from $66 for miniatures to $220 for IP65-rated, shock-resistant versions.

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AutomationDirect: Encoders

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