News release: New generation position encoders for harsh environments (doc)

Traditional optical encoders are essential components in motion control systems. However, for reliable operation it is necessary to protect them from harsh environments. This limits the diversity of applications where encoders can be deployed and can add substantial cost – until now. Developed by Renishaw and its associate company RLS d.o.o., a new line of high-performance magnetic encoders provide many of the features of optical encoders but without increased robustness.