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THORLABS KDC101 User Manual

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6 HA0363T Rev D Jan 2017
Chapter 2
the new K-Cube Controller Hub (see over) for multi-axis motion control applications.
Coupling this with the very user friendly apt™ software (supplied) allows the user to
very quickly get up and running with complex move sequences in a short space of
time – for example all relevant operating parameters are set automatically by the
software for Thorlabs stage/actuator products. Advanced custom motion control
applications and sequences are also possible using the extensive ActiveX®
programming environment also supplied. This programming library is compatible with
many development tools such as LabView, Visual Basic, Visual C++, C++ Builder,
LabWindows/CVI, Matlab and Delphi.
In the remainder of this handbook, operation of the unit is described for both front
panel and PC operation. Tutorial sections (Chapter 4 and Chapter 5) provide a good
initial understanding on using the unit and reference section (Chapter 6) covers all
operating modes and parameters in detail.
2.2 Power Options
For power, a single way wall plug supply (KPS101) is available for powering a single
K-Cube Driver.
As a further level of convenience when using the new K-Cube Controllers Thorlabs
also offers the 3-channel and 6-channel K-Cube Controller Hubs (KCH301 and
KCH601). These products have been designed specifically with multiple K-Cube
operation in mind in order to simplify issues such as cable management, power
supply routing, multiple USB device communications and different optical table
mounting scenarios.
The K-Cube Controller Hub comprises a slim base-plate type carrier with electrical
connections located on the upper surface to accept the K-Cubes.
Internally the Controller Hub contains a fully compliant USB 2.0 hub circuit to provide
communications for all K-Cubes – a single USB connection to the Controller Hub is
all that is required for PC control. The Controller Hub also provides power distribution
for the K-Cubes, requiring only a single power connection.

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THORLABS KDC101 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandTHORLABS
ModelKDC101
CategoryDC Drives
LanguageEnglish