MS-2000-WK Multi-Axis Stage Controller

Description

The MS-2000-WK is a multi-axis controller from Applied Scientific Instrumentation, engineered to coordinate up to four motorized positioning axes. It is built around a 100 MHz microcontroller, which facilitates rapid command processing and servo loop calculations for precise motion control. The unit supports closed-loop DC servo control for all connected axes, ensuring accurate and repeatable positioning. For system integration, it provides both USB and RS-232 serial communication interfaces, with serial baud rates configurable up to 115200. A dedicated 0-10V analog output is included for controlling a single piezo-electric actuator or similar device. The controller retains the last known position of all axes in non-volatile memory, allowing the system to resume operation after a power cycle without requiring re-homing. User interaction is handled through a compact tabletop unit featuring an LCD that displays axis coordinates and system status. 'Zero' and 'Home' function buttons are provided for basic manual operations. The device's firmware can be updated via its serial connection to enable new features or improvements.