Encoder Input Adapter

Easily connect 6 signals from a differential quadrature encoder (A + A~, B + B~ and optionally I + I~) to ClearLink using only 3 digital inputs (DI-6, 7 and 8), without wiring to separate terminal blocks. Connect your encoder to the adapter’s DB-9 input and connect the adapter to ClearLink with a standard ribbon cable (20-pin, 0.1″ pitch) for a simple noise-free setup. The adapter provides overload-protected +5 volts for the encoder, and “bad sequence” detection warns of faulty or dirty encoders.