Newall Scales are well known for being the most durable digital readout scales on the market, but they are also the easiest scales to install. Instead of having to indicate the whole length of the scale like traditional glass scale systems, Newall linear encoders only require the reader head itself to be indicated. They don't require a backer bar or a machined surface either, which means they're perfect for long-travel applications. Below you will find a brief overview of the installation process. If you would like more detailed instructions, download the full installation guides here.
1. Installing the Newall Linear Encoder
![install-newall-digital-readout-1-.jpg install-newall-digital-readout-1-.jpg](https://cdn8.bigcommerce.com/s-oc1oaj0to2/product_images/uploaded_images/install-newall-digital-readout-1-.jpg)
2. Multiple mounting options for reader head
![install-newall-digital-readout-2-.jpg install-newall-digital-readout-2-.jpg](https://cdn8.bigcommerce.com/s-oc1oaj0to2/product_images/uploaded_images/install-newall-digital-readout-2-.jpg)
3. Correct reader head alignment
![install-newall-digital-readout-3-.jpg install-newall-digital-readout-3-.jpg](https://cdn8.bigcommerce.com/s-oc1oaj0to2/product_images/uploaded_images/install-newall-digital-readout-3-.jpg)
4. Incorrect reader head alignment
![install-newall-digital-readout-4-.jpg install-newall-digital-readout-4-.jpg](https://cdn8.bigcommerce.com/s-oc1oaj0to2/product_images/uploaded_images/install-newall-digital-readout-4-.jpg)
5. Traverse system to extreme limit opposite cable exit
![install-newall-digital-readout-5-.jpg install-newall-digital-readout-5-.jpg](https://cdn8.bigcommerce.com/s-oc1oaj0to2/product_images/uploaded_images/install-newall-digital-readout-5-.jpg)
6. Gently run scale through read head
![install-newall-digital-readout-6-.jpg install-newall-digital-readout-6-.jpg](https://cdn8.bigcommerce.com/s-oc1oaj0to2/product_images/uploaded_images/install-newall-digital-readout-6-.jpg)
7. Slide scale support clamp onto scale end
![install-newall-digital-readout-7-.jpg install-newall-digital-readout-7-.jpg](https://cdn8.bigcommerce.com/s-oc1oaj0to2/product_images/uploaded_images/install-newall-digital-readout-7-.jpg)
8. Transfer punch through link
![install-newall-digital-readout-8-.jpg install-newall-digital-readout-8-.jpg](https://cdn8.bigcommerce.com/s-oc1oaj0to2/product_images/uploaded_images/install-newall-digital-readout-8-.jpg)
9. Drill and tap at mark
![install-newall-digital-readout-9-.jpg install-newall-digital-readout-9-.jpg](https://cdn8.bigcommerce.com/s-oc1oaj0to2/product_images/uploaded_images/install-newall-digital-readout-9-.jpg)
10. Install support pillar, then loosely attach scale bracket
![install-newall-digital-readout-10-.jpg install-newall-digital-readout-10-.jpg](https://cdn8.bigcommerce.com/s-oc1oaj0to2/product_images/uploaded_images/install-newall-digital-readout-10-.jpg)
11. Gently slide scale through read head and left support
![install-newall-digital-readout-11-.jpg install-newall-digital-readout-11-.jpg](https://cdn8.bigcommerce.com/s-oc1oaj0to2/product_images/uploaded_images/install-newall-digital-readout-11-.jpg)
12. While sliding scale back and forth, tighten support in place on pillar
![install-newall-digital-readout-12-.jpg install-newall-digital-readout-12-.jpg](https://cdn8.bigcommerce.com/s-oc1oaj0to2/product_images/uploaded_images/install-newall-digital-readout-12-.jpg)
13. Remove scale, traverse system to extreme limit toward cable exit
![install-newall-linear-encoder-1-.jpg install-newall-linear-encoder-1-.jpg](https://cdn8.bigcommerce.com/s-oc1oaj0to2/product_images/uploaded_images/install-newall-linear-encoder-1-.jpg)
14. Gently run scale through read head
![install-newall-linear-encoder-2-.jpg install-newall-linear-encoder-2-.jpg](https://cdn8.bigcommerce.com/s-oc1oaj0to2/product_images/uploaded_images/install-newall-linear-encoder-2-.jpg)
15. Slide scale support clamp onto scale end
![install-newall-linear-encoder-3-.jpg install-newall-linear-encoder-3-.jpg](https://cdn8.bigcommerce.com/s-oc1oaj0to2/product_images/uploaded_images/install-newall-linear-encoder-3-.jpg)
16. Transfer punch through link
![install-newall-linear-encoder-4-.jpg install-newall-linear-encoder-4-.jpg](https://cdn8.bigcommerce.com/s-oc1oaj0to2/product_images/uploaded_images/install-newall-linear-encoder-4-.jpg)
17. Drill and tap at punch mark
![install-newall-linear-encoder-5-.jpg install-newall-linear-encoder-5-.jpg](https://cdn8.bigcommerce.com/s-oc1oaj0to2/product_images/uploaded_images/install-newall-linear-encoder-5-.jpg)
18. Install support pillar, then loosely attach scale bracket
![install-newall-linear-encoder-6-.jpg install-newall-linear-encoder-6-.jpg](https://cdn8.bigcommerce.com/s-oc1oaj0to2/product_images/uploaded_images/install-newall-linear-encoder-6-.jpg)
19. Slide scale through read head and support
![install-newall-linear-encoder-7-.jpg install-newall-linear-encoder-7-.jpg](https://cdn8.bigcommerce.com/s-oc1oaj0to2/product_images/uploaded_images/install-newall-linear-encoder-7-.jpg)
20. While sliding scale back and forth, tighten support in place on pillar
![install-newall-linear-encoder-8-.jpg install-newall-linear-encoder-8-.jpg](https://cdn8.bigcommerce.com/s-oc1oaj0to2/product_images/uploaded_images/install-newall-linear-encoder-8-.jpg)
21. Gently run scale through support, read head and opposite support
![install-newall-linear-encoder-9-.jpg install-newall-linear-encoder-9-.jpg](https://cdn8.bigcommerce.com/s-oc1oaj0to2/product_images/uploaded_images/install-newall-linear-encoder-9-.jpg)
22. Tighten scale clamp at left end
![install-newall-linear-encoder-10-.jpg install-newall-linear-encoder-10-.jpg](https://cdn8.bigcommerce.com/s-oc1oaj0to2/product_images/uploaded_images/install-newall-linear-encoder-10-.jpg)
23. Snug up scale clamp at right end
![install-newall-linear-encoder-11-.jpg install-newall-linear-encoder-11-.jpg](https://cdn8.bigcommerce.com/s-oc1oaj0to2/product_images/uploaded_images/install-newall-linear-encoder-11-.jpg)