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Gray code rotary encoder track opened. Gray code absolute rotary encoder with tracks At the top can be seen the housing interrupter disk and light source at the bottom can be seen the sensing element reflective marked 'OPTOLAB' and support components This encoder was removed from machine after water ingress caused the gray code