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Re: Encoder For Cim Shaft

Assuming your goal is to measure the rpm of a wheel, one thing you may want to consider is using a hall effect sensor. My team used one this year on our shooter wheel and have had no problems at all, whereas we have burned out two encoders elsewhere on the robot.
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