Multi-Turn vs. Single-Turn Potentiometers: Which One Should You Use?
Choosing the right potentiometer can make or break your design. For engineers and designers working on motion systems or control panels, understanding the difference between a multi-turn potentiometer and a single-turn potentiometer is essential. Each type serves a different purpose based on how much precision, resistance range, and control your application requires. In this guide, […]
Potentiometers vs. Encoders: Which One Is Right for Your Application?
When it comes to motion control, accuracy matters. Whether you’re building machinery, controlling a robotic arm, or monitoring actuator position, the sensor you choose will impact performance, reliability, and overall system efficiency. In this guide, we’ll break down the differences between potentiometers and encoders, helping you understand how each one works and where they fit […]
Understanding Potentiometers: Types, Uses, and Industrial Applications
It was about the early days of electrical innovation, when there was a desperate need for a device that could regulate the energy flow. Although electrical signal regulation was studied in the 1800s, the idea of the potentiometer did not come into being until 1841. Thomas Edison created the first functional carbon potentiometer in 1872, […]