Originally Posted by
aaronmk
Is this price reasonable?
Seems really on the high side to me, especially as mentioned, Litton are usually small motor manuf.?
As an example, a typical replacement high end Mitsubishi motor and encoder is usually less than you were quoted for a encoder repair.
Originally Posted by
aaronmk
what are my other options?
Look for a compatible encoder, whether through shaft or shaft coupled, the cost would be WELL below that, there are several manufacturers out there.
Originally Posted by
aaronmk
know of any other repair companies?
There are many a search with google will turn up, get quotes from more than one first.
Usually the replacement is often cheaper than the companies that offer encoder repair.
It is ofen a fairly straight forward task to replace an encoder, the exception is if it has commutation tracks, but even this can be done with the help of a dual trace 'scope.
Originally Posted by
aaronmk
what are the odds that the other 2 will do the same thing sometime soon?
would updating the entire system (computer and all) be worthwhile and cost effective?
It is impossible to predict, but encoders are built fairly rugged, most are glass disc and are used in some very harsh environments.
Al.
CNC, Mechatronics Integration and Custom Machine Design
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