Analog Signal Meters for Rotational Velocity & Angle Measurement

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the search for analog signal meters capable of displaying rotational velocity and angle measurements. Participants explore various types of meters and their functionalities, including potential applications in testing machinery.

Discussion Character

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  • Technical explanation
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about the existence of signal meters that can display analog outputs for rotational velocity and angle.
  • Another participant suggests that a tachometer could be relevant, asking for clarification on the specific application.
  • A further request for specificity is made, indicating a lack of understanding of the original query.
  • A participant describes a desired functionality similar to an oscilloscope, with time on the x-axis and output on the y-axis, while noting that angle sensors output voltage corresponding to angle.
  • One participant expresses confusion about the original request and suggests multifunction meters with oscilloscope functions as a potential solution.
  • A suggestion is made to consider a specific Fluke product, although its high cost is noted as a drawback.
  • A participant mentions using a Radio Shack Digital Multimeter with RS232 output for a low-cost oscilloscope-like output on a computer.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the specific type of meter needed, and there are multiple interpretations of the original request. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the best solution for the user's needs.

Contextual Notes

Participants express varying levels of understanding about the requirements, and there are assumptions about the intended application that remain unclarified. The discussion includes references to specific products and their functionalities, but no definitive recommendations are made.

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Is there any kind of signal meter that can take an analog output of rotational velocity, angle etc. and show it in its full form. If there is meters like this could you recommend a few? Thanks
 
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Do you mean like a tachometer shows RPM? Or just an angle sensor? Do you have a specific application in mind that will help us help you out?
 
Be more specific please. Not sure what you are attempting to accomplish.
 
basically i want a meter that will show a signal similar to the way an oscilloscope would, with time on the x-axis and the output on the other. I don't think it really needs to show the actual angle as the output on an angle sensor would be voltage and that would correspond to an angle, i think. i am building a test machine for a certain application and i need to know if signal meters would be able to sufficiently show the outputs of the tests.
 
I for one, still don't know what you want.

They do sell multifunction meters with an oscilloscope function, if that helps.
 
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