Overview
The external motor controller was designed to expand the focus capabilities of the Ultimate Powerbox v2 (supports a 2nd focus controller) and adds focus functionality to the Pocket Powerbox Advance. The device does not require a USB cable and can be attached directly to the EXT port of the Powerboxes. It can drive a large bipolar or unipolar stepper motor with high precision.
Description
Microstepping
Controller support micro-stepping which can be configured via software to Full / Half/ 1/4 step and 1/8 step. This provides additional precision and a smooth rotation from the stepper motor.
Supported Motors
We have successfully tested and controlled the following stepper motors:
- Pegasus Motor Focus
- Starlight HSM 25 / 30 / 35
- Starlight MSM 25 / 30 / 35
- Starizona Micro-Touch
- Starlight PDMS (Posi Drive Motor System)
- Rigel nStep Motors
- Moonlite Stepper Motor
- Robofocus Stepper Motor
Please note that each motor requires its own cable due to different pin-out selection of each manufacturer.
No USB port is required
You do not have to occupy a USB port as the controller does not require a USB connectivity. Just plug the RJ12 port into the EXT port and the controller will be recognized from the powerbox software. Simple as that!
Second EXT port available
A second EXT port allows you to daisy chain future equipment or connect your environmental sensor.
Protections
The controller is fully protected against undervoltage, overcurrent, and overtemperature events.
Specifications
| Supply Voltage | 12V DC Preferred. Accepts 8.2-V to 24V – depends of the motor |
| Drive Current | 1.6Amps per motor coil |
| Motor Compatibility | Unipolar and Bipolar Stepper Motors |
| Motor Output | RJ45 Socket |
| Connectivity | RJ12 Socket (Straight RJ12 to RJ12 cable) up to meters |
| Power Input Connector | 2.1mm Centre Positive Socket |
| Dimensions | 66mm x 66mm x 28 mm |
For all orders exceeding a value of 100USD shipping is offered for free.
Returns will be accepted for up to 10 days of Customer’s receipt or tracking number on unworn items. You, as a Customer, are obliged to inform us via email before you return the item.
Otherwise, standard shipping charges apply. Check out our delivery Terms & Conditions for more details.
