Why programmable encoders are right for vision and packaging systems
Most encoders come with a fixed resolution, with a limited choice of resolutions available. EPC's programmable encoders on the other hand, may be field programmed to any resolution (CPR), waveform, or output type required.
Vision and product inspection systems often use line scan cameras to capture images of each product as it moves with the conveyor. The complete image is captured one row of pixels at a time, and the interval between exposures must be timed precisely to avoid distortion from too many or too few pixel lines. Factors dictating encoder resolution are image size, image resolution, frame rate, and transport speed, and usually require nonstandard resolutions as a result. Watch for more information.
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