Thread: KOP Mangetic Encoders Don't Spin Full 360
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KOP Mangetic Encoders Don't Spin Full 360
Hello, today I was using the KOP magnetic encoders in analog mode. To my understanding, It should read 0 volts at 0 degrees, and 5 volts at 360 degrees, and vary linearly in between. However, It seems that they reach 5 volts at about 270 degrees, and reset after that. This is true for both the encoders in the kit. Perhaps the magnet is not properly centered on the chip? If so, it is strange that they are both reseting at a similar angle. Has anyone else experienced this? Thanks for any help.