SIM MOTOR Encoders?

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Originally Posted by Bluejackets

Thanks for the links. We are very new to encoders. Do all of these fit onto the drive shaft of a SIM Motor or do they attach somewhere else.

Encoders rarely attach directly to the motor, they usually mount somewhere on the gearbox that the motors are mounted to.

Are you planning on using the kit of parts drivetrain? If you are, this is going to be what you want: http://www.andymark.com/product-p/am-3132.htm.

That kid includes an encoder, the cable that attaches to it, and everything you'll need to mount it. Note that this cable has the encoder connection on one end and bare leads on the other end. If you're not comfortable crimping PWM connectors on the other end, feel free to get two of this cable as well: http://www.andymark.com/product-p/am-2269.htm

Mounting instructions can be found here: http://cdn.usdigital.com/assets/asse...structions.pdf. The encoder mounts to two small holes on the motor side of the plastic casing, with the back of the output shaft going into the encoder.