Specifications

These steps apply to all encoder mounting conditions, if a spar is

being used, go to “Spar Installation Procedure” on page 11.

• ACU-RITE bracket kit instructions supercede this

section.

• Adjust drill depths and fastener lengths as required.

• When instructed on page 10: Adjust the leveling set screws

as follows:

1. Insert, but do not tighten 8-32 (M4) reading head screws.

2. Place a .001”-.003” shim between the leveling set screws and

mounting surface.

3. Adjust each set screw until a slight drag is felt on the shim.

4. Evenly tighten the 8-32 (M4) reading head mounting

screws.

• Contact your Authorized ACU-RITE Distributor should you

require additional assistance.

• Align the center marks on the reading head and scale assembly by

sliding the reading head and brackets along the case.

• Locate the scale case so underside of end caps are flush with the

axis parting line.

• Mark one end mounting hole location.

• Move the machine axis to its center of travel.

• Mark the axis for quick return to center.

• Configure the encoder cable exit direction (see page 3).

9 ACU-RITE

ENC150 Encoder Installation Procedure

Scale case

Reading head assembly

Alignment

brackets (2)

Center mounting axis

Mark center of travel

Align top of scale case to

within .015” of -A-

-A- = Axis travel

Cable assembly

Endcap

Scale case

Axis parting line

End mounting hole (typical)

Center marks