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| AFM EBox |
Model: CS-3230 |
Price: $13,380 |
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Description
The EBox inputs commands from a control computer via a USB cable and outputs the control signals that are needed for operating an AFM stage. Additional signals from the stage are relayed through the EBox via the USB cable to the control computer.
At the rear of the EBox, in addition to the USB cable connection, there are two input/output ribbon cables. A 60-pin cable is used to send and receive signals from the microscope stage. A second 50-pin cable is used for accessing all of EBox signals for testing or experimentation. The power input module has a switch for selecting either 120 or 250 volts.
LabView-based VIs are used for software access to the EBox functions. Each function of the EBox, such as scanning, PID set and input signals, has a VI. A complete list of each VI is supplied with the EBox.
Block Diagram
A primary electronic board has all of the circuits for controlling the AFM stage. A microscontroller drives 24-bit DACs that are used for generating scan algorithms. Output to the x, y and z piezo ceramics is through three 0-150 volt variable gain amplifiers. All control lines for the electronic board functions are generated with the microscontroller.
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| Specifications |
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| Dimensions |
W 6” X H 10” X D 14” |
| Weight |
10 lbs |
| Voltage |
110 V, 220 V |
| Status lights |
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| Connectors |
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| Power |
Standard |
| USB |
Standard |
| To Stage |
60-pin ribbon |
| To break out |
50-pin ribbon |
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