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Scale for photoelectric encoder

US9310225B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 22, 2014
Grant dateApr 12, 2016
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Expiry dateJul 23, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01D5/34746
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A scale for a photoelectric encoder includes a scale substrate and a reflection film formed at a predetermined pitch on the scale substrate. A surface of the reflection film forms a reflection surface. A low-reflection surface is formed by etching the scale substrate between reflection films. Accordingly, a scale can be provided which is lower in cost and has favorable yield rates.

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