SparkFun Roller Encoder Breakout - SparkFun Electronics

A breakout board for the Panasonic EVQWGD001 roller wheel encoder with press-to-select switch. This tactile input device combines a scrolling wheel with a push button in a compact form factor – similar to the scroll wheels found on automotive steering wheel controls.

The breakout provides easy access to the encoder's quadrature outputs and switch, making it simple to add intuitive scroll-and-click navigation to your projects.

Key Features

• Roller Wheel Encoder – Smooth scrolling input with tactile feedback
• Press-to-Select Switch – Built-in click action for selection
• Quadrature Output – Standard A/B encoder signals for direction detection
• Compact Design – Small breakout board for easy integration

Ideal For

• Menu navigation interfaces
• Volume and parameter controls
• Custom input devices
• Embedded system UIs
• Automotive-style controls

Specifications

• Encoder: Panasonic EVQWGD001
• Output: Quadrature (A/B channels)
• Switch: Momentary push-to-select

Package Contents

• 1× SparkFun Roller Encoder Breakout