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Which Servo Position Feedback Device Is Right for Your Application?

The precision and responsiveness of a closed-loop servo system depend on the quality of the position feedback device. This white paper explores the operating principles, advantages and limitations of each device type, the added features that can make a difference for the performance and efficiency of your application, and how you may be able to gain all the advantages of a high-performance multi-turn absolute rotary encoder.

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