Picomotor Controller Kit, Eight-Axis

The 8742-8-KIT Eight-Axis Picomotor™ Controller/Driver Module Kit has everything you need to get started quickly. We've bundled our Picomotor controller/driver and accessories together to provide a simple-to-use 8-axis driver kit. Just plug in the included power supply and you're ready to go. The kit includes the following components:

2×8742 : 4-axis Picomotor Motion Controller and software
1×8745-STK-KIT: L-shaped bracket for stacking several Controllers
1×8745-PS : 12V power supply for 8742 Picomotor Motion Controller
1×8745_USB-CBL : 3 m USB cable for 8742 Picomotor Motion Controller
1×8745-PWR-CBL : 6 in. power cable for 8742 Picomotor Motion Controller
1×8745-RS485-CBL : 6 in. RS-485 cable for 8742 Picomotor Motion Controller

Integrated Controller and Driver Design

The 8742 is a single-box solution that provides both control of Picomotor actuators as well as drives the actuators. For plug-and-play use without need for computer control, you can use the hand control pad. This image shows recommended compatible products for this controller.

Daisy-Chain Up to 31 Controllers

You can daisy-chain up to 31 open or close-loop controllers together with four channels each, so you can have a network of up to 124 standard Picomotor actuators. The 8745-PWR-CBL and 8745-RS485-CBL cables are used to daisy-chain power and communication, creating a network of Picomotor controllers. This allows you to connect one master controller to your PC and be able to communicate with the entire stack. Note that one power supply is required for every three controllers.

USB and Ethernet Connectivity

The model 8742 controller/driver has two computer interface ports: USB-Device and Ethernet. This makes connecting and communicating with a host PC very simple. This controller also features an embedded HTTP server which generates a dynamic web page to accept command line input and show immediate response.

Specifications

Technical Specs

Type
Controller Kit
Number of Axis
8
Computer Interfaces
10/100 Ethernet, USB
Drive Type
Open Loop Picomotor
Power Requirements
10.5 to 14.5 VDC
Power Consumption
11 W @ 2 kHz Sustained Speed, 2 W Idle

Maximum Pulse Rate
2 kHz
Operating Temperature
0 to 65°C
Storage Temperature
-40 to 95°C

Type
Controller Kit
Number of Axis
8
Computer Interfaces
10/100 Ethernet, USB
Drive Type
Open Loop Picomotor
Power Requirements
10.5 to 14.5 VDC
Power Consumption
11 W @ 2 kHz Sustained Speed, 2 W Idle

Maximum Pulse Rate
2 kHz
Operating Temperature
0 to 65°C
Storage Temperature
-40 to 95°C

Resources & Downloads

Literature

8742_Datasheet(866 kB, PDF)
Picomotor FAQ(3.1 MB, PDF)

Software

PicomotorApp 2.1.5(52.4 MB, ZIP)
8742 TIVA MCU Firmware v3.04 for SN > 24621(151.4 kB, ZIP)
8742 8743 Python Samples(405.5 kB, ZIP)

Technical Notes

Manuals

8742 Series Quick Start Guide.pdf(541.9 kB, PDF)
8742 User Manual(2.6 MB, PDF)

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8885Piezo Mirror Mount, Pint-Sized, Center Mount, 0.5 in. Diameter	UNIVERSAL	$2,168
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8742-4-KITPicomotor Controller Kit, Four-Axis	UNIVERSAL	$1,426

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8703Picomotor Driver Module, Single-Axis, TTL/Analog	UNIVERSAL	$981
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Compatible

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		8742Motion Controller, Picomotor, Open-Loop, 4 Channel	UNIVERSAL			$1,341
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Accessories

Description	Compatibility	Price
8745-STK-KITStacking Plate Kit, L-Shaped,8742 and 8743-CL Controller/Driver	UNIVERSAL	$78
8745-MTG-KITMounting Plate Kit, Optical Table, 8742 and 8743-CL Controller/Driver	UNIVERSAL	$453
8745-PSPower Supply, 8742 and 8743-CL Controller/Driver, 12V	UNIVERSAL	$117
8745-PWR-CBLPower Cable, 6 in. Length, 8742 and 8743-CL Controller/Driver	UNIVERSAL	$15.30
8745-RS485-CBLRS-485 Cable, 6 in. Length, 8742 and 8743-CL Controller/Driver	UNIVERSAL	$19.40
8745-USB-CBLUSB Cable, 3 Meters Length, 8742 and 8743-CL Controller/Driver	UNIVERSAL	$19.40