What Does "Domestic Encoder Replacement" Mean? Current Status, Feasibility, and Selection Approach

In the field of industrial automation, “domestic encoder substitution” typically refers to replacing imported encoders with domestically produced encoder products without altering the core system architecture. This achieves functional equivalence or comparable performance while enhancing supply chain controllability and cost flexibility. As the domestic automation industry chain matures, domestic encoder substitution has progressed from early experimentation to the stages of engineering validation and mass application. I. Why has the demand for “domestic encoder substitution” emerged? In practical engineering projects, the primary drivers for promoting domestic encoder substitution are concentrated in the following areas: 1. Supply Chain Stability Requirements Imported encoders present uncertainties in delivery times, distribution channels, and spare parts availability. Particularly for long-term operational equipment, domestic alternatives offer greater assurance of continuous supply. 2. Cost and Project Budget Control When functional requirements are clearly defined and performance metrics are specified, domestic encoders provide significant advantages in overall project cost control...