T-Cube Brushless DC Servo Controller
OVERVIEW
* T-Cube Piezo Driver(s) (TPZ001) sold separately
The TBD001 Brushless DC Motor T-Cube is ideal for fast (hundreds of mm/s), high-resolution (<100 nm) motion control applications. It offers accurate positioning in a wide range of applications, and when used along with our DDSM100 fast translation stage ,delivers speeds of up to 500 mm/s.
Integrated into the apt family of products, the TBD001 offers Thorlabs' standard control and programming interface, allowing easy integration into the customer's own automated motion control applications. These units are cable of being reprogrammed in-field, allowing the option of upgrading the units with future firmware releases as soon as new programming interfaces (such as microscopy standard command sets) are added.
The unit has a very small footprint, measuring just 60 mm x 60 mm x 47 mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.8"), and can be mounted directly to the optical table, close to the motorized system for added convenience when manually adjusting motor positions using the top panel controls. Table top operation also allows minimal drive cable lengths for easier cable management.
TCH002 USB Controller Hub (PSU not shown)
USB connectivity provides easy 'Plug-and-Play' PC-controlled operation. The TBD001 also includes the very user friendly apt™ software, which allows the user to quickly set up complex move sequences. For example, all relevant operating parameters are set automatically by the software when used with Thorlabs' stage and actuator products. Advanced custom motion control applications and sequences are also possible using the extensive ActiveX® programming environment described in more detail on the Software and Video Tutorials tabs.
Furthermore, multiple units can be connected to a single PC via standard USB hub technology or by using the new T-Cube Controller Hub (TCH002) for multi-axis motion control applications.
Power Supply Options
The preferred power supply (i.e., single channel, multi-channel, or hub-based) depends on the end user's application and whether you already own compatible power supplies. To that end and in keeping with Thorlabs' green initiative, we do not ship these units bundled with a power supply. This avoids the cost and inconvenience of receiving an unwanted single channel supply if a multi-channel or hub-based system would be more appropriate. The power supply options compatible with the TBD001 Motor Controller are listed in the table below.
| Quick Links to Other DC Servo Controllers | |
|---|---|
| T-CubeTM Single-Channel Controller | 1-, 2- and 3-Channel Benchtop Controller |
SPECS
| Motor Drive Connector (15 Way D-Type) | |
|---|---|
| Motor Phase Outputs | |
| Stage ID Input | |
| Forward, Reverse Limit Switch Inputs (+ Common Return) | |
| 5 V Encoder Supply | |
| Front Panel Controls | |
| Velocity Potentiometer Slider | 4-Speed Bidirectional Velocity Control |
| High/Low Button | Gain Response Adjustment of Velocity Pot |
| Enable Button | Channel Engage/Disengage |
| Motor Drive Current (Peak) | 2 A (Continuous) |
| Pulse Width Modulation Frequency | 40 kHz |
| Control Algorithm | 16-Bit Digital PID Servo Loop with Velocity and Acceleration Feedforward |
| Position Feedback | Incremental Encoder |
| Encoder Feedback Bandwidth | 2.5 MHz/ 10 MCounts/sec |
| Position Counter | 32 Bit |
| Operating Modes | Position, Velocity |
| Velocity Profile | Trapezoidal/S-Curve |
| Input Power Requirements | |
| Voltage | 14.5 - 15.5 V Regulated DC |
| Current | 2 A (Peak) |
| General | |
| Housing Dimensions (W x D x H) | 60 mm x 60 mm x 47 mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.8") |
| Weight | 160 g (5.5 oz) |
PIN DIAGRAMS
Motor Control Connector
D-type Female
| Pin | Description | Pin | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | QA- | 9 | Ground |
| 2 | QA+ | 10 | Motor Phase C |
| 3 | QB+ | 11 | Motor Phase A |
| 4 | QB- | 12 | Motor Phase B |
| 5 | IX- | 13 | +5 V |
| 6 | IX+ | 14 | Ground |
| 7 | LIM- | 15 | Stage ID |
| 8 | LIM+ |
Computer Connection
USB Mini-B*
*USB type Mini-B to type A Included
External triggering is facilitated by the 'TRIG IN' and 'TRIG OUT' connectors on the front panel of the unit as shown left and right. These connectors provide a 5 V logic level input and output that can be configured to support triggering from and to external devices.
TRIG IN
SMA Female
The TRIG IN input contains a pull up resistor to an internal +5 V supply, allowing it to be operated by passive devices (e.g., a switch or relay contact) as well as standard logic outputs. The protection circuit also allows the external signal to be in the ±10 V voltage range.
TRIG OUT
SMA Female
The TRIG OUT is the output of a standard 5 V CMOS logic gate in series with a 470 W resistor. The resistor provides protection against accidentally short circuiting to ground by limiting the current to ~10 mA maximum.
T-Cube Brushless DC Servo Controller
Compact Footprint: 60 mm x 60 mm x 47 mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.8")
Differential Encoder Feedback (QEP Inputs) for Closed-Loop Positioning
Auto-Configure Function when used with Thorlabs' Brushless DC Stages/Actuators
Range of PSU Options Available Separately
USB Plug-and-Play Enables Multi-Axis Expansion
Easy-to-Use Manual Controls with Velocity Slider and Jog Buttons
Full Software Control Suite Supplied
Extensive ActiveX® Programming Interfaces
Fully Software Integrated with Other apt™ Family Controllers
The TBD001 Brushless DC Motor T-Cube is ideal for motion control applications demanding high speed (100s of mm/s) and high encoder resolution (<100 nm) operation. This single-channel controller offers high-precision motion control in a wide range of applications, especially when used along with our DDSM100 fast translation stage where speeds of up to 500 mm/s can be achieved. Designed using latest digital and analog techniques and with high-bandwidth high-power servo control circuitry, this new controller is capable of driving a range of rotary and linear brushless 3-phase DC motors of up to 2 A peak coil current.
Part Number |
Description |
Price |
Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
TBD001 |
T-Cube Brushless DC Servo Driver |
$695.00 |
3-5 Days |
TBD001 Compatible Power Supplies
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The preferred power supply (i.e., single channel, multi-channel, or hub-based) for your TBD001 Brushless DC Motor Controller depends on your application and whether you already own compatible power supplies. Thus, Thorlabs does not prebundle a power supply with your purchase of the TBD001. |
| Operation of TBD001 (T-Cube Brushless DC Servo Driver) |
Power Supply |
|---|---|
| Standalone / Single Channel Operation | TPS003 2A Power Supply for a Single T-Cube TPS008 8A Power Supply for up to 4 Brushless T-Cube Drivers |
| System / Multi-channel Operation | TCH002 USB Controller Hub |
The TBD001 DC motor controller can be powered using either a TPS003 or a TPS008 power supply or the TCH002 T-Cube Hub and Power Supply. The TPS003 powers a single TBD001 driver, while the TPS008 8A supply can drive up to 4 TBD001 T-Cubes. Both units plug into a standard wall outlet and provide +15 VDC. The TCH002 Hub and Power Supply consists of two parts: the hub, which can support up to six standard-footprint T-cubes, and a power supply that plugs into a standard wall outlet and powers the hub, which in turn powers all the T-cubes connected to the hub. In addition, the hub provides USB connectivity to any docked T-Cube through a single USB connection.
Part Number |
Description |
Price |
Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
TPS003 |
15 V, 2 A Power Supply for Brushless DC Servo T-Cube |
$80.00 |
3-5 Days |
TPS008 |
15 V Power Supply Unit for up to 8 T-Cubes |
$175.00 |
Today |
TCH002 |
T-Cube Controller Hub and Power Supply Unit |
$726.90 |
Today |