Overview

The DFRobot Arduino Rotation Potentiometer Sensor is a multi-turn rotation sensor built around a precision potentiometer. It can rotate up to 10 turns, making it useful when you need finer position readings than a standard single-turn potentiometer.

According to the source information, the sensor divides voltage into 1024 steps for more detailed measurement. It may also be used as a simple encoder when the total rotation stays within 3600 degrees.

The Gravity interface is designed for plug-and-play use, and the sensor supports 3.3V operation, which helps with compatibility across platforms such as Raspberry Pi, Intel Edison, Joule, and Curie.

• Multi-turn rotation sensing
• Up to 10 laps of rotation
• 1024-step voltage subdivision
• Gravity plug-and-play interface
• 3.3V compatible
• Can be used as a simple encoder

Specifications should be verified on the official manufacturer page.