MPC-200/MPC-385/MPC-325

Neurobiological experiments are becoming more complex.  Many require multiple manipulators with control units that quickly become space and/or cost prohibitive.  The MPC-200 is the solution you have been asking for.  A single controller capable of running 2 manipulators! Sutter Instrument has taken the simplicity of the MP-225 controller and expanded it to run two manipulators from a single controller/ROE.  The MPC-200 works with one or two of our world-renowned mechanicals, the MP-285 (MPC-385), the MP-225 (MPC-325) or the narrow format MP-265 (MPC-365).  The controller is self-detecting so there is no need for manual configuration of the components.

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

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 MP-225 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 in one of several basic systems such as the MP-385 or the MP-325.  Additional component pieces can be added at any time, allowing the user to develop a system tailored to his or her particular needs.

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-200
• User-friendly interface: single button access to all major functions
• New 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
• Drift-free mechanical stability
• Patents pending

Specifications

Resolution and full Travel:
Minimal microsteps size is 62.5 nm per microstep.  Display has single micron resolution.  Full travel is 25 mm in each axis.

Maximum Speed:
MP-225 mechanical 3 mm/s; MP-285 mechanical 5 mm/s

Drift:           

Dimensions:     controller   41 cm × 28 cm × 9 cm
                     ROE         25 cm × 15 cm × 23 cm

Weight:        controller   3 kg
                     ROE         1.6 kg

Electrical:     115/230 V;  50/60 Hz power line

MPC-385 SYSTEMS

MPC-385 one MP-285 manipulator mechanical, one MPC-200 controller and one ROE-200. Also includes mounting adapter plate, rod holder, hinged headstage mount,  4” dovetail extension, manipulator and ROE connecting cables, power cord and manual.*

MPC-385-2 same as the MPC-385, but with two MP-285 manipulator mechanicals*

MPC-385-3 same as the MPC-385, but with three MP-285 manipulator mechanicals, and two MPC-200 controllers*

MPC-385-4 same as the MPC-385, but with four MP-285 manipulator mechanicals, and two MPC-200 controllers*

MPC-285 SYSTEMS

MPC-325 one MP-225 manipulator mechanical, one MPC-200 controller and one ROE-200. Also includes mounting adapter plate, rod holder, hinged headstage mount,  4” dovetail extension, manipulator and ROE connecting cables, power cord and manual.*

MPC-325-2 same as the MPC-325, but with two MP-225 manipulator mechanicals*

MPC-325-3 same as the MPC-325, but with three MP-225 manipulator mechanicals, and two MPC-200 controllers*

MPC-325-4 same as the MPC-325, but with four MP-225 manipulator mechanicals, and two MPC-200 controllers*

MPC-200-ROE consists of the MPC-200 controller and one ROE-200.This “system” is made available at a special price for those who wish to upgrade previously purchased Sutter manipulators with the newer controller systems or to use the MPC-200-ROE to control other devices. Includes cable to connect ROE  controller, power cord and manual.*

* indicate right- or left-handed set-up when ordering