SU-MPC200 Motorized Micromanipulator Controllers

A single controller capable of running 2 manipulators!

Features

• Single controller and ROE will run two stepper motor drive manipulators
• Self-detecting, daisy-chain capability allows control of four manipulators from one ROE
• Ultra-low drift, ultra-smooth movement
• Low-drift mechanical stability

Options

Benefits

• Quietest electronics in the industry optimized for single channel recording 
• User-friendly interface: single button access to all major functions
• Easily configurable virtual 4th axis set without external computer
• Accelerated Mode for fast, manual manipulator movement
• Easy toggle selection of Mode (speed/resolution, pulsed diagonal, Accelerated Mode)
• Display indicates X, Y, Z coordinates, Mode, active manipulator
• Robotic Home and Work Position moves for easy automated pipette exchange
• Faster robotic moves than previous versions
• Definable 4th axis for coaxial pipette movement, angle selected by DIP switches
• Simple USB interface
• Toggle switch selects which manipulator is connected to input device
• LED and display indicate active manipulator

Applications

• Control of motorized micromanipulators during neurobiological experiments

If two manipulators aren't enough, a second controller can be daisy chained to allow the single ROE-200 to move up to four manipulators. Thus the system can be easily expanded to control highly sophisticated experiments.

The MPC-200 is electrically quiet. Unlike the competition, our multi-unit controller employs linear output circuitry. We add additional manipulators to the same controller without requiring potentially noisy chopper drives.

In all our manipulators, the 4th axis can be set up and changed without the need to connect an external computer to download and configure software. A separate configuration is allowed for each output on this manipulator controller. If desired, each manipulator can approach the prep at a different angle from the horizontal. The 4th axis can be configured between the X and Z axes or the Y and Z axes (useful when manipulator is rotated 90º relative to the preparation).

Faster automated pipette exchange. The MPC-200 has faster “Home” and “Work Position” moves for quicker pipette exchange. Automation is set up and run via the same interface used in the SU-MP225 controller, however, the speeds of the automated movement are much faster.

Accelerated manual mode. For users who prefer manual pipette exchange we have added “Accelerated Mode” to the ROE. Using Accelerated Mode, the user can make quick manual moves in and out of a setup. Accelerated Mode amplifies the speed attainable in a manual move by smoothly accelerating to the maximum speed during sustained, fast turns of the ROE. Accelerated movement ends as soon as the user stops turning the knob. This mode can be fully disabled for those who feel the need for direct control of the pipette.

To provide the ultimate in flexibility, the MPC-200 can be purchased separately or as basic systems such as the SU-MPC385, SU-MPC365 and MPC-325. Additional component pieces can be added at any time, allowing the user to develop a system tailored to his or her particular needs. The controller is self-detecting so there is no need for manual configuration of the components.