Difference between alignment and encoder or speed calibration

Question

What is the difference between alignment and encoder or speed calibration

Answer

Encoder or speed calibration adds the encoder resolution (mm/tick) and nominal travel speed (mm/s) to the motion and alignment section under the manage tab. This functionality allows you to automatically calculate the encoder resolution and speed of the moving system integrated with Gocator. Encoder or speed calibration is working based on the defined size of the alignment target and data acquired during an alignment procedure. The target must be able to move across the sensor during calibration. 

Alignment corrects sensor mounting inaccuracy with respect to the alignment target. Alignment can be performed without movement which limits the alignment calculation to 3DOF. With integrated movement, the sensor can align up to 6DOF depending on the selected method. The calculated data are fid in the Transformation Matrix which will be used to correct data with respect to the alignment target.  

For planning your alignment please review our manual section Planning Alignment. 

More information about alignment and encoder or speed calibration capabilities depend on the system configuration please check the Encoder Calibration section in our manual.