• Uses a two-bit mechanical encoder with a built-in momentary-action push-button switch
• Returns 80 counts for 360 degrees of rotation
• Connects directly to a computer’s USB port

Product description
The PhidgetEncoder is intended to be used as a human interface, not as a device to measure shaft speed of motors or pulleys. If you are looking for an encoder to measure shaft speed, have a look at the 1057 PhidgetEncoder HighSpeed.
The PhidgetEncoder uses a two-bit mechanical encoder with a built-in momentary-action pushbutton switch. It returns 80 counts for 360 degrees of rotation.

With it you can:

• Detect changes in incremental and absolute position
• Easily track these changes with respect to time.