X-FWR-E Series
Motorized filter wheels with built-in controllers and motor encoders
About This Series
Zaber's X-FWR-E Series devices are computer-controlled, motorized filter wheels with high speed filter change capabilities, a low profile, and interchangeable filter holders. Each filter wheel is sold with one included filter holder (FH0625 for 10 x 25 mm filter positions or FH0632 for 7 x 32 mm filter positions). The X-FWR-E filter wheels are stand-alone units requiring only a standard 48 V power supply. The built-in motor encoder allows closed-loop operation and slip/stall recovery features. An indexed knob provides convenient manual control for versatile operation even without a computer.
These devices connect to the RS-232 port or USB port of any computer, and they can be daisy-chained with any other Zaber products. The daisy-chain also shares power, making it possible for multiple X-Series products to share a single power supply. Convenient locking, 4-pin, M8 connectors on the unit allow for secure connection between units. Like all of Zaber's products, the X-FWR Series is designed to be 'plug and play' and very easy to set up and operate.
- Interchangeable filter holders for 32 mm (7 positions) or 25 mm (10 positions) optics.
- C-mount (1"-32 UN) threads provided on front and back.
- Optical cage system compatibility through #4-40 and M3 holes on front and back.
- M34 x 0.5 threads provided on front and back.
- An indexed knob provides convenient manual control.
- Control all units in the daisy-chain via serial port (with a locking X-SDC cable) or USB (with an X-USBDC cable).
- Daisy-chain additional units with a locking X-DC02 cable or X-DC06 cable. Power can also be shared in the chain.
- Integrated motor encoder, stepper motor controller and motor driver allows for easy-to-use control with stall detection.
- 200 step per revolution stepper motor, microstepped up to 256x to provide smooth and precise motion.
- Device can be mounted to a single optical post with no additional hardware required or using two optical posts using AP134 brackets.
- Optional IO; 1 digital input, 2 digital outputs.
Easy Set-Up
Zaber's devices can share both data and power through a daisy-chain, which reduces cabling and makes set-up as easy as 1, 2, 3:
- Connect the Zaber device to your computer via USB or RS-232 port.
- Connect the power supply to your Zaber device.
- Send instructions or automate your set-up using the Zaber Launcher.
For more details on daisy-chaining, read our technical article, "Daisy-chaining Data and Power to Reduce Cabling", or to determine which accessories you need for your system, try our Connection Guide Tool.
For additional information about setting up our devices, please visit our Support page, which includes our Getting Started Guide, Troubleshooting Guides, product user manuals, and other resources.