DRC Encoders
Robust, Easy-To-Use Incremental Optical encoders for
OEM Automation and Motion Control Applications

MicroE Systems now offers DRC Encoders for a wide array of motion control applications. Based on 45 years of field-proven reliability and performance, DRC incremental encoders are well known for fast and easy installation using industry-standard mechanical and electrical interfaces. Choose from sealed or kit-style rotary encoders, kit-style linear encoders, or sealed linear length gages featuring:

• Optical encoder technology with LED light source for long life and highest performance
  
  
• Differential digital outputs with available zero reference
  
  
• Custom versions available for OEM applications
  
  
  
  
  
  Sealed Rotary Shaft and Hollow Shaft Encoders
  Rugged, reliable incremental rotary encoders in sealed metal housings:
  
  
• Industry-standard mechanical and electrical interfaces for bolt-in-place, 'plug and play' installationReliable, long-life designs with integral bearings and sealed metal enclosures
  
  
• Resolutions from 400 to 360,000 Counts Per Rev., with a wide range of shaft / coupling sizes, mounting options, connector styles and cable lengths
  
  
• High accuracy, high temperature, high shaft load and extra high vibration-resistant models
  
  Kit-style Rotary Encoders for Motors
  Reliable, easy to install incremental rotary encoders for motors:
  
• Sizes available for a wide range of shaft diameters
  
  
• Resolutions from 400 to 100,000 Counts Per Rev.,
  with a wide range of shaft / coupling sizes
  
  Kit-style Linear Encoders
  Compact, easy to install incremental linear encoders featuring:
  
  
• Screw-mount sensors
  
  
• Glass scales for accuracy and thermal repeatability
  
  
• Resolutions from 10µm to 0.5µm
  
  
• Measuring lengths up to 1.2m (48")
  
  
• Center or end index (reference) marks
  
  Sealed Linear Length Gages:
  Linear length gages are easy to mount and have a sealed linear encoder with a spring-loaded probe:
  
• Screw-mount housing mounts to any flat surface
  
  
• Integral high-precision linear guideway
  
  
• Glass scales for accuracy and thermal repeatability
  
  
• Resolutions from 2.5µm to 1µm
  
  Custom Encoders
  Available for OEM applications, DRC encoders can be engineered for:
  
  
• Unique customer shaft sizes, mounting configurations, cable and connector requirements
  
  
• High resolution, temperature, and accuracy capabilities
  
  
• Unusual environmental requirement
  
  For applications requiring shielded, high-resolution encoders:
  Choose from over 24 models in the Mercury™ family of encoders for the following requirements:
  
  
• Higher resolution or accuracy
  
  
• High EMI environments such as linear motors
  
  
• Space constraints where the encoder will be located