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11.29. Spindle RPM Encoder
An incremental encoder is used to monitor spindle RPM and also for synchronized threading on lathes.
INFORMATION: The maximum pulse frequency on encoder inputs for MASSO G3 controllers is
60kHz.
INFORMATION: The maximum pulse frequency on encoder inputs for MASSO G2 controllers is
8Khz
INFORMATION: The MASSO G2 can be modified to 20Khz by changing 3 Optocouplers and
removing some capacitors.
Upgrading the Spindle encoder on MASSO G2
INFORMATION: All input signals can be easily inverted by selecting the input in the INPUTS list
and pressing the space-bar key on the keyboard to invert the input signal. These settings are
automatically saved.
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