How to change an Encoder?
Has Your Encoder Stopped Functioning, Its Life Ended or You Simply Need a Better Quality Product?
POSITAL has put into its priorities to fulfill the needs of maintenance professionals, assuring them an easy, fast and convenient way to replace a faulty, broken or old Encoder, regardless of the manufacturer. After many years of successfully replacing and retrofitting thousands of sensors, POSITAL has created an easy-to-use cross reference finder. You will only need the manufacturer name and product key of your Encoder for EncoderMatch
But first: If you believe your encoder problems are salvageable, we invite you to visit Encoder Troubleshooting , to help clarify any concerns.
If you are in need of a replacement keep on reading!
Change your Encoder in 4 Easy Steps
Follow the instructions displayed down below to ensure a smooth installation of the sensor in your machine
1. Switch off the supply voltage of all devices connected to the encoder before installation.
- Encoder
- PLC / Switch / Router
- Machine
2. Disconnect the encoder
- Unplug the cable from the power supply
- Unplug the cable from the PLC
- Unplug the cable from the encoder (if applicable)
3. Mechanically disconnect the encoder from the system it is attached to
- Dispose of the non-working device
4. Install the new Encoder
- To install your new POSITAL Encoder, please refer to the leaflet that it comes with.
These actions must be performed by qualified personnel only, exhibiting knowledge in electronics and mechanics.
How Can POSITAL Help You
At POSITAL everyone works for the customer. We know the struggle of urgently needing a replacement. That’s why we have prepared everything for you.
| Simple | Optimized | Safe |
|---|---|---|
| Plug-and-Play: for most of our products, no calibration is needed! | 5 days delivery MOQ: 1 |
3 years warranty and MTTF: up to 20 years! |
| 1:1 replacement for the industry standards | Express Order and Express Shipping available | All of our products are backward compatible |
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