Renishaw, the global metrology specialist, has launched ATOM, an innovative non-contact optical linear and rotary incremental encoder system that uniquely combines miniaturisation with leading-edge dirt immunity, signal stability and reliability. The new encoder achieves unmatched performance as a consequence of a design, which avoids the many compromises traditionally associated with miniaturised encoders.

ATOM, which is available in sizes as small as 6.8 x 12.7 x 20.5 mm, is the world's first miniature encoder to use filtering optics with Auto Gain Control (AGC) and Auto Offset Control (AOC). This advanced technology is found in Renishaw's proven TONiC