Is it possible to limit the output of a multi-turn encoder to match a single turn?

[msmith1955]

I am using a Heidenhain encoder with a Heidenhain EIB 741. The 741 takes the EnDat signals and converts them. I am using a LabView program from Heidenhain called Poll Positions. The outputs of the encoder are both Incremental and Absolute. The outputs keep counting after one revolution and I would like to return to 0. The program is using a 1 d array with quad 64 bit integer for the absolute value and a 1-d array of value 16 bit for the incremental values. I am trying to convert these to degrees. I have accomplished this except when it reaches 360 the count does not return to 0. Is there a way to make the position count return to 0 after the Bit count is complete?  Or is there a way to make the degrees return to 0? The degrees was output by taking the (Position/((2^26)/360)) which is Position/186413.51.

This is my first big LabView project I hope this is enough information.

[Burrito]

Hi msmith,

You could try using a property node in a case structure to change the value. For instance, when the "360" case is activated, the property node inside the case sets the value of degrees back to 0.

[msmith1955]

I will try this and see if it will work for me. Thank you for the reply.

[johnsold · Accepted solution]

Use the Quotient & Remainder function on the Numeric palette.  Divide by 360.  The Remainder output will always be in the 0-359 range.

Lynn

[msmith1955]

This was the answer. Short sweet and it is working. I thank you for your input.

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