Model 792
Multi Axis Stepper Motor Controller
  • Controls up to four stepping motors
  • Drive of Choice for motorized slits and accessories
  • Up to 200 steps per revolution
  • Front panel indicators, controlled by RS232
  • Manual controls maintained for most accessories
Model 792 Multi Axis Stepper Motor Controller

The Model 792 multi-motor controller provides the user with a low cost and easy to operate high resolution scanning system to operate up to four stepper motor driven devices. All scanning performed via RS232 interface or from McPherson Spectrometer Control software. Limited front panel controls provided.

The Model 792 comes complete with up to four stepping motors to fit motorized McPherson slits, positioning devices, and sample handling accessories. The cabling for power, motors, limit switches, and RS232 communication are included.

The Model 792 includes motor “Enable/Disable” switch for easy manual adjustment of devices.

Included serial interface permits changing selectable parameters over a standard RS232 COM port. No ADC or I/O boards required.
PDF format Data Sheet for the Model 792 multi-motor controller is available here

Model 792 Multi Axis Controller Specifications
Power 100/120/220/240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 100 Watts
Motor Stepper, 18 volts @ up to 3.0 amp/phase-peak
Motor size Application and torque dependant
Motor Resolution 25,000 step/rev (50,000 step/rev available)
Maximum Speed 60,000 steps/second
Interface RS232 Baud Rate 9600 bps
Cable 2 sets of cable assemblies with connectors (1 Limit and 1 Motor). Each cable assembly may have up to 4 cables originating at the 792 end.

Physical Dimensions

Software drivers available.

Complete list of ASCII commands and example programs available upon request.