Optical encoders video channel

Watch the videos to learn about our optical encoder technology, and determine which readheads, scales and diagnostic tools are right for your application.

Our installation and case studies' videos also illustrate how our products are suitable for even the harshest environments.

Introduction to optical encoders

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An introduction to encoders

An introduction to encoders

A simple introduction to what is an encoder, its benefits and where they are used.
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Optical encoder readheads

FORTiS™

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Introducing the FORTiS™ next generation enclosed linear encoder

Introducing the FORTiS™ next generation enclosed linear encoder

Designed for robustness and tested for operation in the harshest environments, the FORTiS™ absolute encoder combines hardened steel scale with industry-proven ultra-high speed digital imaging and signal processing. This non-contact encoder system introduces ground breaking design features, offering both installers and users distinct advantages over conventional optical enclosed encoders. Please watch the video to learn more.
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FORTiS™ enclosed encoders have been rigorously tested

FORTiS™ enclosed encoders have been rigorously tested

Renishaw has decades of experience in the design, manufacture, and operation of metrology products suitable for use within harsh environments such as machine tools. This experience inspired our rigorous testing programme for the FORTiS enclosed linear encoder range, which includes, amongst others, tests for: vibration, seal wear, Ingress Protection (IP), long-term operation in a machine chamber, salt spray (fog), chemical resistance, drop and shock.
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RESOLUTE™

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RESOLUTE™ absolute linear and rotary encoder

RESOLUTE™ absolute linear and rotary encoder

Video introducing RESOLUTE™, a true absolute, fine pitch optical encoder system.
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RESOLUTE™ FS (Functional Safety)

RESOLUTE™ FS (Functional Safety)

RESOLUTE™ FS is a true absolute open optical encoder system certified to the following functional safety standards: ISO 13849:2015 PLd, IEC 61508:2010 SIL2, IEC 61800-5-2:2007 SIL2.
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RESOLUTE UHV (Ultra-High Vacuum) true-absolute optical encoder

RESOLUTE UHV (Ultra-High Vacuum) true-absolute optical encoder

RESOLUTE UHV (Ultra-High Vacuum) true-absolute optical encoder is ideal for UHV applications, including semiconductor device manufacture, wafer handling, scientific research and medical applications.
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EVOLUTE™

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EVOLUTE™ absolute optical encoder - fundamentals of operation

EVOLUTE™ absolute optical encoder - fundamentals of operation

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QUANTiC™

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Introducing the QUANTiC™ encoder series

Introducing the QUANTiC™ encoder series

The QUANTiC™ series of encoders are made for manufacturing industries. The QUANTiC encoders are easy to install with exceptionally wide installation and running tolerances, along with built-in installation and calibration functions. QUANTiC encoders combine high speed interpolation with impressive metrology performance, whilst being compatible with the Advanced Diagnostic Tool, ADTi-100.
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VIONiC™

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VIONiC™ digital encoder series - designed for the designer

VIONiC™ digital encoder series - designed for the designer

The VIONiC digital encoder series has been specifically designed with the end user in mind. From its performance, ease of use and multiple configurations to help you optimise your performance; VIONiC really has been designed fro the designer.
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ATOM™

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ATOM™ miniature incremental encoder (miniaturisation without compromise)

ATOM™ miniature incremental encoder (miniaturisation without compromise)

Video introducing the ATOM miniature incremental optical encoder. (This version has sound + voiceover).
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ATOM miniature optical encoder system employs unique filtering optics to provide exceptional dirt immunity.

ATOM miniature optical encoder system employs unique filtering optics to provide exceptional dirt immunity.

Video showing the ATOM miniature optical encoder's impressive dirt immunity with live oscilloscope.
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ATOM DX™

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An incremental encoder engineered for metrology: Introducing ATOM DX™

An incremental encoder engineered for metrology: Introducing ATOM DX™

Renishaw’s expert engineers introduce the technology behind the new ATOM DX™ digital encoder. The ATOM DX encoder builds on Renishaw's ATOM™ miniature encoder series, first launched in 2014, and incorporates advanced interpolation technology originally developed for the VIONiC™ and QUANTiC™ digital encoder families. The combination of miniature size, digital quadrature output direct from the readhead and Renishaw's market proven filtering optics create a powerful foundation for the building blocks of a motion system.
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Optical encoder scales

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Improved metrology with the substrate mastered RKLC encoder scale

Improved metrology with the substrate mastered RKLC encoder scale

The Renishaw RKLC encoder scale is a narrow, low cross-sectional area stainless steel tape scale featuring 20 μm or 40 μm pitch incremental graduations. RKLC scale is mastered to the machine substrate giving improved metrology when the scale ends are fixed to the substrate. The scale is compatible with Renishaw’s VIONiC™, TONiC™ and QUANTiC™ incremental encoder series.
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Diagnostic tools

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Introducing the Advanced Diagnostic Tool, ADTi-100 and ADT View software

Introducing the Advanced Diagnostic Tool, ADTi-100 and ADT View software

The QUANTiC™, VIONiC™ and ATOM DX™ series of incremental encoders are quick and easy to install and calibrate without the need for additional tools. However, for applications where more detailed encoder information is required, you can use an optional Advanced Diagnostic Tool ADTi-100, combined with the free downloadable ADT View software, to give real-time encoder feedback for calibration and diagnostics.
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Increasing encoder performance with Advanced Diagnostic Tools (ADTs)

Increasing encoder performance with Advanced Diagnostic Tools (ADTs)

The Advanced Diagnostic Tools, ADTa-100 and ADTi-100, acquire comprehensive real-time data from Renishaw's RESOLUTE™, EVOLUTE™ and FORTiS™ absolute encoders, and VIONiC™, QUANTiC™ and ATOM DX™ incremental encoders. This information is displayed via the user-friendly Renishaw ADT View software interface.
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Installation

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Installation video: Ultra-fast installation of the FORTiS™ enclosed linear encoder

Installation video: Ultra-fast installation of the FORTiS™ enclosed linear encoder

Non contact design coupled with a unique to class set up LED ensure an intuitive and simpler installation procedure that can be up to 90%* faster than conventional systems. Please watch the video to see the difference. (*) subject to application.
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Installation video: How to install the FORTiS-S™ enclosed absolute linear encoder

Installation video: How to install the FORTiS-S™ enclosed absolute linear encoder

Learn how to install the FORTiS-S™ (standard) enclosed absolute linear encoder. Please refer to the relevant FORTiS installation guide for more information. The FORTiS encoder series is a next generation enclosed linear absolute encoder for use in harsh environments such as machine tools. Robust, reliable, high-performance position measurement over the encoder's long life is ensured by a range of innovative design features, such as: industry-proven position measurement, non-contact, superior sealing, class leading vibration resistance, easy installation and Advanced Diagnostic Tool.
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Installation video: How to install the FORTiS-N™ enclosed absolute linear encoder

Installation video: How to install the FORTiS-N™ enclosed absolute linear encoder

Learn how to install the FORTiS-N™ (narrow) enclosed absolute linear encoder. Please refer to the relevant FORTiS-N installation guide for more information. The FORTiS encoder series is a next generation enclosed linear absolute encoder for use in harsh environments such as machine tools. Robust, reliable, high-performance position measurement over the encoder's long life is ensured by a range of innovative design features, such as: industry-proven position measurement, non-contact, superior sealing, class leading vibration resistance, easy installation and Advanced Diagnostic Tool.
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Installation video: How to install the RESOLUTE™ encoder readhead

Installation video: How to install the RESOLUTE™ encoder readhead

Language independent installation animation
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Installation video: How to install the VIONiC™ digital encoder readhead

Installation video: How to install the VIONiC™ digital encoder readhead

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Installation video: How to install the QUANTiC™ encoder readhead

Installation video: How to install the QUANTiC™ encoder readhead

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Installation video: How to install the Renishaw TONiC™ super-compact digital encoder readhead

Installation video: How to install the Renishaw TONiC™ super-compact digital encoder readhead

Learn how to install the TONiC super-compact digital encoder readhead. Please refer to the relevant TONiC installation guide for more information. The TONiC encoder series is Renishaw’s super-compact, non-contact incremental optical encoder that offers speeds up to 10 m/s and, when combined with the Ti interface, resolutions down to 1 nm for both linear and rotary applications. TONiC systems are quick and simple to install with wide set-up tolerances and calibration at the push of a button. TONiC's dynamic signal processing gives improved signal stability with ultra-low Sub-Divisional Error, high running speeds and compatibility with linear and rotary applications. This makes TONiC suitable for the highest of performance applications where speed and accuracy are crucial. TONiC UHV is available for ultra-high vacuum applications.
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Installation video: How to install the ATOM DX™ miniature digital encoder readhead

Installation video: How to install the ATOM DX™ miniature digital encoder readhead

The ATOM DX encoder series is Renishaw’s smallest incremental optical encoder with digital output direct from the readhead, providing positional feedback, onboard interpolation, and filtering optics all in a miniature package. ATOM DX incorporates the market proven filtering optical system of the ATOM™ encoder series, and integrates Renishaw’s high-performance interpolation technology, reducing system size and the need for additional adaptors and interfaces. This makes ATOM DX suitable for the most space critical applications where performance cannot be compromised. Available to be used with the ATOM series of linear and rotary scales to meet most application requirements.
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Installation video: How to install RKLC incremental linear encoder scale

Installation video: How to install RKLC incremental linear encoder scale

The Renishaw RKLC encoder scale is a narrow, low cross-sectional area stainless steel tape scale featuring 20 μm or 40 μm pitch incremental graduations. RKLC scale is installed onto the axis substrate by a self-adhesive backing tape and it is mastered to the machine substrate, giving improved metrology, when the scale ends are rigidly fixed to the substrate. The scale is compatible with Renishaw’s VIONiC™, TONiC™ and QUANTiC™ incremental encoder series.
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Case studies

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ATOM™ encoders allow rapid, high-accuracy FPD inspection and repair

ATOM™ encoders allow rapid, high-accuracy FPD inspection and repair

Manufacturing error-free flat panel displays is a challenge, because as display performance improves, manufacturing processes become more complex and panel defects can become more common. Inspection and repair procedures have been developed to ensure that errors have minimal effect on display quality. Renishaw's ATOM encoder system has been integrated into a variable aperture stop design. Precise manipulation of the laser aperture, in the range of 5 - 50 microns (um) in diameter, is vital to ensure successful panel repair. Discover in full how TPC Motion integrated the ATOM series encoder at: www.renishaw.com/tpc-atom
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RESOLUTE™ encoders give focus to big science

RESOLUTE™ encoders give focus to big science

Case study video interview featuring IRELEC's Business Development Manager
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TONiC™ encoders are key for advanced precision measurement and control

TONiC™ encoders are key for advanced precision measurement and control

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3DHISTECH integrates encoder technology into its pathology scanner

3DHISTECH integrates encoder technology into its pathology scanner

Located in Budapest, Hungary, 3DHISTECH designs and manufactures one of the world's fastest and highest-capacity autonomous panoramic digital slide scanners – the P1000. The P1000 is a highly accurate scanning microscope that enables large routine pathology labs to capture ultra-high resolution images of medical samples, while operating unmanned for up to 2 days. Building upon 3DHISTECH's successful product range, this new generation of digital slide scanner is the first to have integrated optical and magnetic position feedback encoders for enhanced throughput. With Renishaw's technical support, 3DHISTECH's engineering team were able to specify an encoder for each machine axis and find the appropriate encoder products for their applications. Renishaw's advanced encoders, such as the VIONiC™ series, enable the P1000 to achieve truly market-leading performance.
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