TRIO MPC-165 SERIES MICROMANIPULATOR SYSTEM OPERATION MANUAL – REV. 2.67K2 (20201130) (FW V2.62)
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1.4.1
Features: TRIO MPC-100 Controller
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Controls one or two micromanipulators
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Three independent axes (X, Y, and Z) each with a virtual fourth axis (D) for coaxial
pipette movement utilizing a tangent function factoring the holder’s angle and the X and
Z axes.
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Sub-micron (less than 100 nm) resolution
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User selectable angle from 0 - 90 degrees via ROE input
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Fast movement with a top speed of 3 mm/sec (while homing)
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Digital display indicates coordinates in relative or absolute of active manipulator
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User-friendly, fanless compact controller with ROE preserves bench space
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Push button control of multiple functions – work, home, lock, pulse, relative mode, and
angle set
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Robotic home- and work-position moves for easy automated pipette exchange
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Configuration DIP switches to select each axis’ control knob rotation directionality
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USB interface for external computer control
1.4.2
Features: TRIO MP-865 3-Axis Narrow-Format Micromanipulator Electromechanical
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Mechanically robust construction for high stability
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Precision cross-roller bearings
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Three independent axes – 50 mm travel in X, 12.5 mm in Y, and 25 mm in Z
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Carries up to a kilogram
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Suited for
in vitro
and
in vivo
electrophysiological recording
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Universal mounting system for headstage or pipette holder
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Optional MT-73 narrow stand with linear slide and built in rotating base
1.4.3
Description
Based on the original Sutter Instrument TRIO™ motorized 3-axis micromanipulator, the
TRIO MPC-100 expands the TRIO’s capabilities by supporting up to two micromanipulators
connected to a single ROE (Rotary Optical Encoder) and controller. A switch is provided on
the front part of the controller for selecting which of the two manipulators is active for
manual control. The X, Y, and Z axes provide 50, 12.5, and 25 mm range of motion (MP-
865/M). D-axis movement virtually uses a tangent function of the chosen angle of the holder
and simultaneously moving X and Z. The ROE controller has a digital display and keys for
Home, Work, Pulse, Angle Set, Speed, Lock (Quiet) Mode, and Relative positioning. The
compact, intuitive controller takes up minimal bench space, is fan-free, and easy to use.
While the axes provide X, Y, and Z orthogonal motion typical of most motorized
manipulators, a synthetic diagonal axis is available with the TRIO MPC-100 allowing one to
move the electrode coaxially using X and Z at the exact desired angle of approach using a
separate “D” control knob.