Givi Misure GVS linear scales are high-performance position measuring systems designed to provide precision positional feedback for industrial machinery. Manufactured by the Italian automation expert Givi Misure, these rugged self-aligned encoders excel in demanding applications like CNC machine tools, synchronized press brakes, and large automation systems.

What makes the GVS a world class scale?

• Uncompromising Precision: Relying on advanced optical glass gratings or micro-engraved stainless steel bands, GVS scales deliver resolutions down to 0.01 μm and an accuracy grade of up to ±1 μm. Each unit is shipped with an official metrological inspection certificate.
• Exceptional Versatility: The GVS lineup includes both incremental and absolute measurement types. For long-bed machines, modular setups like the GVS 900 modular scale can scale up to 30 metres in length. Compact models like the GVS 300 series are specifically tailored for tight installation spaces.
• Built for Harsh Environments: Industrial workspaces are rife with oil, coolants, and dust. GVS encoders tackle this with a sealed design featuring oil-resistant, wearing-resistant elastomeric sealing lips. For extreme environments, optional pressurization features channel compressed air inside the housing to repel liquid entry completely.
• Smart Engineering: Many GVS variants feature a self-cleaning, self-aligned sliding carriage backed by a mechanical spring system. This design limits friction, neutralises backlashes, and guarantees consistent signal output despite heavy machine vibrations or high traversing speeds. They are structurally symmetric, simplifying assembly onto opposite sides of machines.
• Seamless Connectivity: GVS scales support standard electrical protocols like Line Driver, SSI, and BiSS C. This guarantees hassle-free integration with mainstream CNC controls and digital readouts.