
Optical Encoder Assembly
About the Optical Encoder
The optical encoder was designed by MASSO to work with Sherline machines in conjunction with the MASSO controller. They designed a compact optical encoder for us that fits perfectly with our machines and our accessories. The optical encoder, speed control wiring, and the MASSO software let you control your spindle speed with g-code.
The optical encoder comes with the MASSO controller, but if you already have an optical encoder for your mill, you can add another optical encoder for your lathe without having to purchase another controller.
You can also order limit switches for your other machine. CLICK HERE.
What’s Included:
- Optical encoder kit (optical encoder, mounting hardware, and gap setter)
- Main Encoder speed control cable and ground cable
- Speed control cable
- Tach spindle pulley RPM sticker
- Mill headstock cable support* (ball screw mills only)
*NOTE: The headstock cable support ships only with P/N 8769. It is not included with any lathes or leadscrew mills.
Select Your Headstock Option
Be sure to select your headstock option above. The bracket mounts for the standard headstocks are different than the ones that ship with a 3C collet headstock. The standard headstocks included the #1 Morse taper with 3/4 x 14 threads, the 9/16″ headstock, and the ER-16 headstock.
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Installing the Optical Encoder
Setting up the Optical Encoder
Part No. | Description | Quantity |
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40340 | 10-32 x 1″ SHCS and 40660 #10 washers for 3C headstock spacer | 2 ea. |
40530 | 5-40 x 3/8″ SHCS | 2 |
40720 | 10-32 x 1-1/2″ SHCS and 40660 #10 washers for standard headstock spacers | 2 ea. |
67124 | Zip ties | 4 |
68002 | 5-40 x 3/8″ SHCS | 1 |
68060 | Tach spindle pulley RPM sticker | 1 |
87810 | Optical encoder | 1 |
87812 | Optical encoder cover | 1 |
87813 | .129 optical encoder gauge | 1 |
87814 | Optical encoder bracket | 1 |
87816 | Optical encoder spacer for standard headstock (standard headstocks only) | 1 |
87817 | Optical encoder spacer for 3C headstock (3C headstock only) | 1 |
87820 | Main Encoder speed control cable and ground cable | 1 |
87830 | Speed control cable | 1 |
87840 | Mill headstock cable support* (ball screw mills only) | 1 |
*NOTE: The cable support ships only with P/N 8769. It is not included with any lathes or leadscrew mills.
Shipping
We do not charge a flat rate for shipping because of the variations in weight for our products. Instead, we charge you what the shipping company charges us. Our website uses a shipping calculator based on the daily rates for USPS and UPS based on the weight and destination of the shipment. You can also have us use your UPS/FedEx account number to charge your shipping. Just enter it in the appropriate box on the checkout page.
Domestic orders are shipped Monday – Friday. Expedited orders must be placed by 9 am PST to ship the same day.
Orders shipping ground have a processing time of 7 working days for domestic orders and 14 working days for international orders. CLICK HERE for more information on our shipping and order policies.
Returns
Most merchandise can be returned within 30 days of the purchase date. A refund will be issued to the original form of payment at the original selling price. View our complete return policy and/or start your return online here.
The MASSO G3 CNC controller, power supply, stepper motors, cable system and optical encoder are sold as a part of our Accu-Pro line of machines and are not available for purchase separately or as an upgrade option to existing machines.
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