Slide one of these transmitters onto a motor shaft in your application—they have a flexible mounting plate that compensates for shaft misalignment and vibration. Also known as encoders, these miniature transmitters convert rotary motion to an electrical signal that indicates distance, direction, and speed of travel. They're often used to automate servomotors, robotics, and assembly machines.

Transmitters have NPN Open Collector output that requires a pull-up resistor (not included) for operation. Output channel Z is also known as an index channel. You must use transmitters with a controller that has quadrature detection to get a 4X resolution increase. All meet IP64 for protection from dust and water spray.

Often used with servomotors, these transmitters have a mounting hole pattern that fits a three-hole 28 mm BC servomotor face. Also known as encoders, these miniature transmitters convert rotary motion to an electrical signal that indicates distance, direction, and speed of travel. They're commonly used in control systems to automate servomotors, robotics, and assembly machines.

Transmitters have NPN Open Collector output that requires a pull-up resistor (not included) for operation. Output channel Z is also known as an index channel. You must use transmitters with a controller that has quadrature detection to get a 4X resolution increase. All meet IP64 for protection from dust and water spray.

Use a flexible shaft coupling (not included) to connect the transmitter shaft to a drive shaft.

Measure the position of an object moving in a straight line. Also known as string pots, these transmitters have an extendable wire cable that measures the relative distance between two points. They convert measurements to an electrical signal for use in controlling system automation.

All are IP rated for some protection from dust. IP67-rated transmitters also seal out water when briefly submersed.

To improve positioning accuracy, these stepper motors have a built-in encoder that monitors the real-time speed and position of the shaft. It sends that data to a controller (not included), which adjusts or stops the shaft if it isn’t in the right place. This makes them useful when relative positioning is critical, such as when coordinating motion between two motors. Stepper motors are good for precise, repetitive movements. Similar to the hands of a clock, their shaft turns in small, equal increments for smooth motion. When the shaft stops, it holds its position even when a counteracting force is applied to the load. All are bipolar hybrid stepper motors, so the current can flow in both directions. This helps them deliver higher torque, precision, and efficiency than unipolar stepper motors.

Holding torque is the force needed to move the shaft out of position when it’s stationary. When the shaft is in motion, torque generally decreases as speed increases. Use a torque-speed curve to confirm which motor will work for your application. Click on a part number and select “Product Detail” to view the curve for a motor.

Full step increment is the rotation of the shaft from one position to the next. A smaller full step increment means the rotor has more teeth, producing smoother and more precise motion. 1.8° is considered standard.

All motors require a controller and driver (not included).

With a built-in controller and driver, these stepper motors come ready to program and operate. Connect them to a computer and use the free downloadable software to set them up. After that, the controller can store and run programs on its own. The controller communicates to the driver which directs the motor’s shaft to move in small, equal increments. When the shaft stops, it holds its position even when a counteracting force is applied to the load. All are bipolar hybrid stepper motors, which deliver greater torque, precision, and efficiency than other types of stepper motors.

When relative positioning is critical, such as coordinating motion in a multi-axis system, choose a motor with an encoder. The encoder monitors the position of the shaft and reports back to the controller.

Holding torque is the force needed to move the shaft out of position when it is stationary. When the shaft is in motion, torque generally decreases as speed increases. Use a torque-speed curve to confirm which motor will work for your application. Click on a part number and select “Product Detail” to view the curve for a motor.

You can adjust the step resolution down to 1/256 of a full step, which translates to 51,200 microsteps per revolution. Increasing the number of steps directs an even more precise position and reduces the step-step-step motion to mimic a smooth, continuous rotation. The higher the number of step resolution settings, the greater the flexibility you have for determining the size of the motor’s step.

This digital readout (DRO) system displays precise positioning on one axis. For use with machines that perform dry machining and cutting applications, such as table saws, band saws, planers, and drill presses. These scales have zero-position memory, also known as absolute (ABS) positioning, which retains the measuring position when the scale is off. A zero-set button lets you start measuring at any point.

Improve the accuracy of your manual milling machine when you retrofit it with one of these digital readout (DRO) systems. They measure and display precise tool positioning on two axes.

Cut with confidence—these scales use sensors to precisely measure the cut length for you. This makes them both more accurate and faster than traditional linear scales that use a tape measure. Before each cut, slide the stop until you see the right length on the display. These scales are often mounted to chop and miter saws to slice bars and sheets into consistent lengths.

Scales with automatic positioning add an extra level of precision thanks to a stop that you program instead of moving yourself. Input your desired cut length and the stop will automatically slide to within ±0.008" of that target. Scales with a touch screen display let you program a series of cuts. Save frequent cut jobs or upload them from a USB flash drive.

Quick stops mark common cut lengths, so you know where to position the saw stop.

Add a saw stop extender to make cuts under 12". These extenders bring the stop closer to your saw blade.

Mount one of these digital readout (DRO) systems onto your manual lathe to increase its accuracy. They measure and display precise tool positioning on two axes.

Increase the accuracy of your manual machine when you fit it with a linear scale. These scales have an LCD that displays exact positioning on one axis. They have zero-position memory, also known as absolute (ABS) positioning, which retains the measuring position when the scale is off. A zero-set button lets you start measuring at any point. SPC data output allows for connection to a computer or data processor.

053906B model comes with mounting brackets for installation on Bridgeport-type milling machines. It requires a 10-pin data cable and Mitutoyo 10-Pin to USB adapter to connect to your PC.

USB data cable (sold separately) connects the scale directly to your PC.

10-pin data cables (sold separately) connect the scale to a Mitutoyo miniprocessor or multiplexer.

Mitutoyo 10-Pin to USB Adapter (sold separately) adapts Mitutoyo 10-pin SPC cables for connection to a USB port on your PC.

Wireless data transmitter and receiver (sold separately) allow you to transmit measurement data from a scale to your PC without being tethered by a cable.

Display freeze adapter (sold separately) keeps the measurement displayed on the LCD even if the encoder is repositioned.

Measure diameters, angles, and other complex geometries—like an optical comparator—but without all the training. These gauges have an easy-to-use touch screen that guides you through taking measurements step-by-step. Extremely precise, they measure in the smallest increments of any height gauge in our offering, and they’re also our most accurate. Use them in machining and toolmaking to mark material before cutting it. To fly through big batches of work, program up to 50 types of repeated measurements.

From calibration reminders to calculation error alarms, these gauges have functions to make sure they give you accurate and consistent readings. Upon startup, they walk you through a scale check to detect traces of contamination that would cause errors. The air bearing system helps the slider glide smoothly up and down yet holds its spot steady when it’s time to measure. Rotate the screen to read it at the angle you need. Zero-position memory, also known as absolute (ABS) positioning, retains the measuring position even when the gauge is turned off.

With up to two months of storage to record actions and measurements, these gauges create an archive you can look through and identify trends. Connect them via Bluetooth to your phone, tablet, or other devices to remotely monitor and analyze data in real time. Otherwise, use the SPC data output to connect to a computer or data processor. To send data right into programs such as Excel, use a USB cord or RS-232 cable (both not included).

View measurements on the LCD display of these Mitutoyo gauges to quickly confirm height before you mark and cut material. Set the scriber to your initial height, then fine-tune with the adjustment screw. All have zero-position memory, also known as absolute (ABS) positioning, which retains the measuring position when the gauge is off. With an SPC data output, you can connect them to a computer or data processor to analyze data and monitor measurements in real time.

USB data cables (sold separately) connect the gauge directly to your PC.

10-pin data cables (sold separately) connect the gauge to a Mitutoyo miniprocessor or multiplexer.

Wireless data transmitters and receivers (sold separately) allow you to transmit measurement data from the gauge to your PC without being tethered by a cable.

In a single device, continuously monitor the distance of items and turn equipment on and off based on their position. They're photoelectric sensors—a light beam detects subtle changes at high speeds, like dents in cans on a bottling line. These transmitters send readings with IO link to a programmable logic controller (PLC), a human-machine interface (HMI), or a computer. Stall circuits on or off after they sense an object using the time delay function. All are rated IP67 and IP69K for protection from dust, temporary submersion, and high-pressure washdowns.

Transmitters with a plug connect to cables with a socket (sold separately), so you can quickly connect and disconnect the transmitter.

Monitor the color of products as they pass by on your line. These transmitters don’t just detect if color is in mint condition—they also turn equipment on or off, all with a single device. They’re often used for quality control in printing and packaging lines. For instance, if ink runs low and causes a color’s hue to fade, they can send a signal to pause production. The photoelectric sensor uses a highly accurate LED beam that combines red, green, and blue (RGB), which detects the slightest shifts in color at high speeds. It can even sense gradual color changes on glossy and mirrored surfaces. Rated IP67, these transmitters are protected against dust and temporary submersion.

Transmitters with IO Link translate and send readings to control systems, such as computers, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and human-machine interfaces (HMIs). This also lets you send commands from your control system to these transmitters. Since they have a PNP/NPN signal output, they automatically produce the type of signal output needed based on the device they’re connected to.

Cables with a socket (sold separately) connect transmitters to your control system or directly to compatible machinery.