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Re: Best encoder for swerve drive
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Originally Posted by marshall View Post
You might also consider the new magnetic encoders from Cross the Road: http://www.ctr-electronics.com/senso...c-encoder.html but I'm not sure about the maximum speed it supports and if it would be a good fit or not for this application.
How do I connect a PWM output to the encoder breakout? Or the 3-pin MA3?
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