What Are Motors and Encoders in Industrial Automation? An industrial motor converts electrical energy into mechanical motion. Depending on the application, motors may drive conveyors, pumps, robotic arms, machine tools, packaging equipment, fans, or other automated machinery. An encoder is a feedback device that monitors the motor shaft or machine movement and sends information to a controller or ...
Industrial control systems often remain operational long after some of their components have been discontinued. When a PLC module, DCS card, controller, power supply, or communication module fails, finding an exact replacement can become difficult. Purchasing obsolete industrial automation parts is not simply about finding the lowest price. Buyers must verify the complete part number, compatibilit...