Which encoder do I need?

[Jackal66]

According to Mariss at Geckodrives I need an AMT 102, 103 style encoder.

Looking at Digi-key, they show (2) different versions.

102-1307-ND encoder #102 & 102-1308-ND encoder #103.

AMT102 & 103 Rotary Encoders PTM parts list by Digi-Key and CUI

Other than the mounting plate I can't see the difference.

One says radial and the other axial? Which one do I need?

Thanks,

JAckal

[Bubba]

The radial and axial refers to which way the wiring plug points. Which one you use depends on how YOU want the wires to be run. As for the actual encoder, they are the same.

[Jackal66]

Thanks Bubba,

So then it looks like the 103 fits under a smaller cover, with the wires sticking out parallel to the shaft.

Thanks again,


JAckal