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This section provides an overview for magnetic linear encoders as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 6 magnetic linear encoder manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked magnetic linear encoder companies as of December, 2024: 1.Balluff, 2.Guangzhou SINO International Trade Co., Ltd, 3.Electronica Mechatronic Systems I Pvt. Ltd..
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A magnetic linear encoder is a device that measures linear displacement based on changes in the magnetic field.
A magnetic encoder is a machine that detects movement or angular displacement by measuring changes in the magnetic field using magnetic sensors and outputs this information as electrical signals. Specifically designed to measure linear displacement, it is referred to as a linear encoder among magnetic encoders.
It consists of a head with sensors that moves over a magnetic strip made of thin magnetic material. The measurement is performed by attaching the magnetic strip to an object. The magnetic strip has alternating magnetized and demagnetized regions, and the head reads the resulting changes in the magnetic field, converting them into linear displacement. Due to its high precision and non-contact nature, it finds applications in the manufacturing of precision equipment such as semiconductors.
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Dongguan HanDing Optical Instrument Co., Ltd. (DHOI) is a Chinese manufacturer of optical measurement products established in 2016 and based in Dongguan City, Guangdong Province. The company produces various measurement devices including thickness gauges, video measuring machines, microscopes, and linear encoders used in medical instruments as well as for sensitive operations, such as the production of printed circuit boards (PCBs). It also offers customization, training, and installation services. DHOI primarily serves client manufacturers of consumer electronics, precision hardware, semiconductors, and lithium batteries.
Electronica Mechatronics Pvt. Ltd. is an ISO 9001-certified manufacturer of electronics and telecommunication products established in 1980 as a division of Electronica Group in Pune, India. The company primarily produces encoders for precision positioning or motion control operations, meteorology equipment, and inspection machinery. These include magnetic rotary encoder systems, 1D and 2D height gauges, and line laser sensors. The company’s products are used in medical device production, machine tool manufacturing, and the aerospace industry. It also offers custom product design and integration services, along with onsite installation for customers needing additional assistance.
Rotary and Linear Motion Sensors (RLS) is a magnetic encoders and components manufacturer founded in 1989 and based in Komenda, Slovenia, partnering with British engineering company Renishaw PLC in 2000. The company primarily produces various incremental and absolute rotary and linear magnetic encoder models, magnetic sensor ICs, optomodules, and analogue interpolators. Other products include photodiode arrays used for spectroscopy, as well as optical scanning and barcode reading. These are used for applications in the manufacture of surgical and collaborative robots, submarine technology, heavy machinery, and the aerospace industry.
Balluff was founded in 1921 and is headquartered in Neuhausen, near Stuttgart, Germany. Balluff is a manufacturer of sensor and automation solutions for customers globally. Balluff serves many industries including life sciences, semiconductors, metalworking, fluid power, and mobile equipment. Balluff’s product line consists of sensors and connectivity components, accessories, complete systems, and software. Balluff offers services to assist customers across the range of finding solutions, deploying solutions, training, as well as support.
Baumer Electric AG was founded in 1952 and is headquartered in the city of Frauenfeld, Switzerland. The ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified company provides sensor solutions for digitalization, packaging, railway, food and beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. A sample of the company’s sensor product listings includes object detection, distance measurement, force sensors, accessories, and connectivity devices. The company offers product support for setup and installation, product functionality, and optimized product usage.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Balluff |
30.8%
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| 2 | Guangzhou SINO International Trade Co., Ltd |
23.1%
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| 3 | Electronica Mechatronic Systems I Pvt. Ltd. |
23.1%
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| 4 | Baumer |
23.1%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the magnetic linear encoder page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
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| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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United States of America
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1 | 33.3% |
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India
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1 | 33.3% |
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Slovenia
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1 | 33.3% |
