CUI’s AMT303 Encoder Selected as Finalist for EDN’s Innovation Award
CUI Inc is proud to announce that their AMT303 commutation encoder has been named as a finalist in EDN’s 21st annual Innovation Awards in the Passive Components, Sensors, Indicators, and Interconnects Category. The encoder was selected as a finalist because it represents a breakthrough in commutation encoder technology. The AMT303 generates position information using CUI's patented, capacitive code generation system coupled with a proprietary ASIC. This technology is immune to environmental particulates and magnetic interference, creating a reliable, economical and stable control and positioning solution. The encoder generates standard U/V/W commutation signals for vectoring current to brushless motors as well as supplementary incremental A, B, and Z channels for various servo positioning and startup sequences. For maximum flexibility, a number of parameters can be programmatically set, including resolution, commutation output for brushless motors with 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, or 20 pole pairs, as well as zero position. In standard commutation encoders, the zero position must be mechanically aligned, which is a costly and time consuming step in the assembly process. Additional options include nine mounting patterns and ten bore sizes, creating a flexible platform that is able to mate with many industry standard motors.
Stated Jeff Schnabel, VP of Marketing for CUI Inc, “CUI is honored to have the AMT303 selected as a finalist for EDN’s Innovation Award. We truly believe that the AMT303 series represents a breakthrough in commutation encoders, and this industry recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication that our development team has put into bringing this platform to market.”