USB LabJack

A USB powered motorized Newport Model 271 Lab Jack.

USB Motor Controller

A precision USB powered linear stepper motor.

USB Motor Controller II

A high precision USB powered linear stepper motor.

USB Linear Slide​

A precision linear slide using the USB Motor Controller.

USB Linear Slide II

A high precision linear slide using the USB Motor Controller II.

Mini Hexapod Platform

An affordable kinematic platform with full six-axis precision motion.

USB XYZ Stage

A high precision USB powered three-axis linear stage.

USB 4D Stage

A precision USB powered multi-axis stage used with OpenSpim.

USB SuperTwister

The USB SuperTwister is a compact, low-power, high torque, geared stepper motor (Size-17) based rotary actuator system. It delivers continuous and absolute rotary motion with a torque force of about 15-20 N-cm (~25 in-oz). It is powered and operated solely through any PC USB port and comes with a Windows-based user interface software, with DLL files, and LabView examples for easy, automated velocity and positional control.

A USB powered rotary stepper motor, geared size 17.

USB Twister

The USB Twister is a compact, low-power, double-stack stepper motor (Size-11) based rotary actuator system. It delivers continuous and absolute rotary motion with a torque force of about 7.0 N-cm (~10 in-oz). It is powered and operated solely through any PC USB port and comes with a Windows-based user interface software, with DLL files, and LabView examples for easy, automated velocity and positional control.

A USB powered, Size-11 double stack stepper motor.

USB Twister II

The USB Twister-II is a compact, low-power, double-stack stepper motor (Size-8) based rotary actuator system. It delivers continuous and absolute rotary motion with a torque force of about 2.0 N-cm (~3 in-oz). It is powered and operated solely through any PC USB port and comes with a Windows-based user interface software, with DLL files, and LabView examples for easy, automated velocity and positional control.

A USB powered, Size-8 double stack stepper motor.

USB Twister III

The USB Twister-III is our smallest, low-power, stepper motor (Size-8) based rotary actuator system. It delivers continuous and absolute rotary motion with a torque force of about 1.0 N-cm (~2 in-oz). It is powered and operated solely through any PC USB port and comes with a Windows-based user interface software, with DLL files, and LabView examples for easy, automated velocity and positional control.

A USB powered, Size-8 single stack stepper motor.

USB Rotator

The USB Rotator is a compact, motorized laboratory device designed to hold and precisely rotate 1-inch (25 mm) optical elements, like lenses or filters, on a standard optical table.

A USB powered and motorized 200-position optical rotator.

USB Iris Shutter

The USB Iris Shutter is a motorized, USB-powered aperture that mounts onto standard optical tables to control the amount of light passing through an optical path. It uses absolute positional sensing for precise, repeatable aperture adjustments and can be automated via software.

A USB powered and motorized iris/aperture shutter.

USB Optical Shutter

The USB Optical Shutter is a compact, motorized paddle shutter designed to automatically open or block a light beam path. It is entirely powered and controlled through a standard PC USB port, utilizing a quiet stepper motor to toggle the paddle and an integrated fail-safe return spring that automatically closes the shutter if power or communication is lost.

USB powered paddle shutter.

USB Fiber Shutter

The USB Fiber Shutter is a compact, motorized device that couples a fiber optic cable through an integrated paddle shutter to automatically block or permit the travel of a light beam. It is powered and automated via a standard PC USB port, featuring threaded SM05 mounts on both sides and a fail-safe internal return spring that immediately closes the shutter if power or communication is disconnected.

USB powered paddle shutter for fiber optic cables.

USB Filter Wheel

The USB Filter Wheel is a compact, motorized six-position wheel designed to automate the selection of 1-inch (25-mm) optical filters. It connects directly to a PC, drawing both its power and control commands entirely through a single USB cable.

A USB powered and motorized six-position filter wheel.

USB Gradient Wheel

The USB Gradient Wheel is a compact, USB-powered motorized positioning system designed to automate the placement of a gradient filter disk into a beam path. It allows for both manual and highly precise motorized control with absolute positional sensing, making it easy to integrate into custom laboratory and scientific control systems

A USB powered and motorized 200-position filter wheel.

USB SideFlipper

The USB SideFlipper is a compact, USB-powered motorized flipper mount designed to automate the flipping of 1.0-inch optical components into and out of a beam path. It uses a quiet stepper motor for smooth operation, includes a built-in magnetic sensor for real-time positional feedback, and features a spring-return safety mechanism that automatically retracts the optic if power is lost.

A USB powered and motorized 2-position low profile optical flipper.

The USB Rotator is a unique, relatively low cost, stepper motor driven system for rotating a 1.0″ (25 mm) optical element. It is powered and controlled solely by a standard USB port. This system provides the method of rotary motion control unmatched in size, simplicity, and ease of use.

The USB Rotator includes a Windows based application software that runs on any standard PC with Windows-XP or higher and a USB port. This user interface provides an easy to use method for positional control. All positioning movements are monitored with an absolute position sensor.

System Features

• USB powered and controlled optical rotator.

  

• Holds standard 1.0” (25mm) optics with 1.0” mounting/retaining rings.
• Ring clamp with thumb screws provided for larger (35 mm) optics.
• 90 degree rotation with 200 steps of resolution (about 0.5 deg/step).
• Mounts on standard optical tables with ¼-20 /M6 screws on 1.0”/ 25mm centers.
• Motorized or manual override control of the Rotator’s position.
• Low power, motor is energized only when the rotator is moving.
• Absolute positional sensing is used to insure proper positioning, no homing required.
• USB hot pluggable with auto-detection.
• Easy to use Windows (XP and higher) based User Interface software, DLL file included.
• Multiple Rotators can be operated with an externally powered USB Hub and cables.

USB Rotator Software

The provided Windows based user interface can control a single USB-Rotator. Status (red/green) indicators on the panel will provide indication of whether the Rotator is properly connected to the USB hub/port and its positional location. The Run, Stop and arrow buttons are clicked with the mouse to move the Rotator to a new position. Each is identified by its serial number located on its base. A descriptive label can also be assigned to each unit. The assignment is stored with the serial number.

Further Details

• Data Sheet
• CAD Model
• Software Download

Cost: $985 each, plus shipping and handling.

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• USB powered and controlled shutter.
• Draws power from a standard USB port.
• Auto closing shutter (return spring) if power or communications is lost.
• Quiet stepper motor operation (no clunk) to open and close.
• USB hot pluggable with auto-detection.
• Mounts on standard optical tables with 1⁄4 – 20 screws on 1.0” centers.
• Clear beam aperture of 0.75 inches or ~ 19.0 Millimeters.
• One meter USB cable included.
• Easy to use Windows (XP and higher) based User Interface software included.
• LabView and C++ example software with a DLL file provided for ease of automation.

USB Optical Shutter Software

We provide this Windows example program for timed control of an individual USB Shutter. Each shutter is identified by its serial number located on the shutter. Enter this number and click Set to connect. Status (red/green) indicators are used to show whether the shutter is properly connected to the USB port and whether it is opened or closed. The shutter button is clicked to toggle the shutter state. Timed exposures are accomplished by entering time values and selecting a Pulse mode. Source code for this program and LabView examples are also provide as a tutorial for using our DLL file that controls the shutter.

Further Details

• Data Sheet
• CAD Model
• Software Download

Cost: $298 each, plus shipping and handling.

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The Picard Quad USB Shutter System offers a compact, quiet and simple method of beam blocking multiple beams at a relatively low cost. The unit comes complete with 4 USB shutters, 3-meter USB cables, an externally powered Hub and a custom application software program (user interface) that runs on any standard PC with a Windows-XP/VISTA operating system. This system provides self-powered method of beam path shutter control that is unmatched in size, simplicity, and cost.

• USB powered and controlled shutter system.
• Four independently controlled, beam blocking, pivoting paddle, type shutters.
• Easy to use Windows (XP/Vista) based User Interface with LabView and DLL support included.
• Hot pluggable with auto-detection.
• Auto closing shutter whenever power or communications is lost or disconnected.
• Quiet long life stepper motor operation for opening or closing (no clunking).
• Externally powered 4-port USB Hub with 10’ (3 meter) USB cables included.
• Shutter mounts on standard optical tables with ¼-20 screws on 1.0” centers.
• Clear beam aperture of 0.75” (19.0mm).
• A hard stop defines the closed position.

Quad USB Shutter Software

The Quad USB Shutter user interface provides individual control of up to four shutters. Status (red/green) indicators on the panel will provide indication of whether the shutters are properly connected to the USB hub and whether they are open or closed. The shutter button is clicked with the mouse to toggle the shutter from open to close, or close to open. Each shutter is identified by its serial number located on the shutter. Descriptive labels can be assigned to each shutter. The assignments are stored and activated with the Reset/Store click button.

Further Details

• Data Sheet
• Software Download

Cost: Complete System only $1,095 plus shipping and handling.

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The USB Fiber Shutter is designed to couple a fiber optic cable through the USB-Shutter.

• USB powered and controlled shutter.
• The USB Fiber Shutter is designed to couple a fiber optic cable through the USB-Shutter.
• Draws power from a standard USB port.
• Auto closing shutter (return spring) if power or communications is lost.
• Quiet stepper motor operation (no clunk) to open and close a simple shutter paddle.
• USB hot pluggable with auto-detection.
• Mounts provided for optical tables or posts.
• Threaded SM05 mounts on both sides of the box.
• One meter USB cable included.
• Easy to use Windows (XP and higher) based User Interface software included.
• LabView and C++ example software with a DLL file provided.

USB Fiber Shutter Software

We provide this Windows example program for timed control of an individual USB-Fiber Shutter. Each shutter is identified by its serial number located on the shutter. Enter this number and click Set to connect. Status (red/green) indicators are used to show whether the shutter is properly connected to the USB port and whether it is opened or closed. The shutter button is clicked to toggle the shutter state. Timed exposures are accomplished by entering time values and selecting a Pulse mode. Source code for this program and LabView examples are also provided as a tutorial for using our DLL file that controls the shutter.

Further Details

• Data Sheet
• CAD Model
• Software Download

Cost: $385 each, plus shipping and handling.

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The Picard USB optical filter wheel offers a small, quiet and simple motorized method of automating the selection of up to six different filters at a relatively low cost. The unit comes complete with a 3 meter USB cable and Windows software, which runs on any standard PC with a Windows-NT/XP/VISTA operating system with a USB port. The USB port provides the means to power and control the filter wheel. It provides a self-powered method of motor control that is unmatched in size, simplicity, and cost.

• USB powered and controlled filter wheel system that is simple and easy to use.
• Holds six standard 1.0” (25mm) optics with 1.0” mounting/retaining rings.
• All filter positions have clear apertures (no filter positions are obstructed).
• Mounts on standard optical tables with 1⁄4 – 20 screws on 1.0” centers.



• Motorized or manual override control of the filter wheel’s position.
• Low power, motor is energized only when the filter wheel moves (changing positions).
• Quiet long life stepper motor operation for repeatable filter wheel positioning.
• Absolute positional sensing is used to insure proper wheel positioning.
• USB hot pluggable with auto-detection.
• Easy to use Windows (XP and higher) based User Interface software, LabView example and DLL file included.
• Includes 1 meter USB cable.

USB Filter Wheel Software

The provided Windows based user interface can individually control the USB Filter Wheel. The status (red/green) indicator on the panel will provide an indication of whether the filter wheel is properly connected to the USB port and its positional location. The Run, Stop and arrow buttons are clicked with the mouse to move the filter wheel to new positions. Each filter wheel is identified by its serial number located on its base. Descriptive labels can also be assigned to each unit.

Further Details

• Data Sheet
• CAD Model
• Software Download

Cost: $875 each, including an externally powered USB hub and cables, plus shipping and handling.

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Picard’s USB Gradient Wheel system offers a compact, quiet and simple method of automating the positioning of a gradient filter disk into a beam path. It provides a self-powered method of control unmatched in size, simplicity, and cost. The system comes complete with custom application software examples that operate on any standard PC with a Windows-XP/VISTA/Win7 operating system. This software, along with the LabView examples, use our DLL files to allow you to integrate the gradient wheel function into your custom control system. Each USB-GradientWheel is assigned a serial number to allow multiple units to be controlled from a single PC using externally powered USB hubs.

• USB powered gradient wheel positioning system.
• Holds gradient wheels up to 4.0” (100mm) diameter (not included).
• 340 degree with 0.5 degree resolution motorized or manual control of the gradient wheel’s position with active absolute positional sensing.
• Low power, motor is energized only when the gradient wheel is in motion.
• Quiet long life stepper motor operation for reliable and repeatable gradient wheel positioning.
• USB hot pluggable with auto-detection.
• Easy to use PC Windows (XP/Vista/Win7) based User Interface software, LabView examples included.
• Mounts on standard optical tables with ¼-20 fasteners on 1.0” (25mm) centers.

USB Rotator Software

The provided Windows based user interface can be used to control the USB Gradient Wheel. Status (red/green) indicators on the panel will provide indication of whether the gradient wheel is properly connected to a USB hub or port with the correctly entered serial number. The positional location of the wheel is active and continually updated. The wheel can be manually moved by hand or moved with the Run, Stop and arrow click buttons. The positional range value is (1-800) increments for a (1-340) degrees of rotation. A descriptive label can also be assigned to each unit.

Further Details

• Data Sheet
• Software Download

Cost: $895, plus shipping and handling.

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