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Mod Motion Controller

Mod Motion Controller

$1,099.99 USD
$1,099.99 USD
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The dF8X Mod Motion Controller is designed to simplify your motion control needs!

Building a motion control system can be a very rewarding project, but also requires a lot of different skill sets.  There are a lot of considerations that go into motor driver selection, power requirements, and a proper enclosure with adequate room for layout and to protect the electronics. The df8X simplifies this into a convenient rugged package with over 200 termination points properly soldered, heat wrapped, crimped, and connected in a professionally built package. 

The dF8X Mod Motion controller simplifies all of this into an easy to use, plug and play system that is capable of driving up to 8 motors with real time performance. 

How easy? Very Easy! 

Step 1) Plug your motors into the dF8x (I recommend our ModMotors to simplify motor mounting, connection, and wiring for a true plug and play experience)

Step 2) Connect the dF8X to your PC or Mac using a USB cable.

Step 3) Run Dragonframe and configure the axis to fit your needs.  (Check out our Tutorials page to learn how to setup the axis).

The dF8X is intended to be used with Dragonframe 5 Software suite (not included) using DMC-Lite protocol, however capable programmers will find this system can also be controlled by their own custom software. 

  • Compatible with Dragonframe 5  DMC Lite protocol.
  • Does not require a DMC16/32/Plus, connect direct to PC. 
  • Real time motion.
  • Stop motion animation.
  • 8 Motor Drivers with adjustable power and microstep settings.
  • Adjustable 12-40vDC (up to 60VDC depending on driver selection).
  • Built in voltage and Amperage meters.
  • Rugged portable case.
  • Locking connectors
  • Easy access to all motors drivers for dipswitch adustments
  • Laminated information sheet in the lid complete with dipswitch settings and motor wiring diagrams. 

WE LOVE MAKING CUSTOM GEAR! If you have special requirements for your project including extra drivers to sync multiple motors to a single axis, use different motor drivers than listed in the options, or for custom color or branding, please reach out! \We love making custom equipment for our clients!

  • Custom Branding
  • Custom Enclosure Color
  • Use any motor drivers you wish
  • High power AC motor drivers
  • Additional Motor Drivers to sync Motors. 
  • Dual power supplies
  • Anything you need!
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Driver Options

  • TB6600 Drivers

    The most budget friendly configuration, the TB6600 is perfect for precise realtime movements and controlling motors up to Nema 23.

    • 5-39VDC
    • 0.5 to 4 Amps per channel
    • Up to 32x Microstepping (6400 steps / revolution)

  • DM542T Drivers

    A step up from the TB6600, the DM542T drivers have extra power and higher precision for more demanding scenarios. Capable of driving motors up to Nema 34.

    • 5-48VDC
    • Up to 4.5 Amps per channel
    • Up to 128x Microstepping (25600 steps / revolution)

  • Gecko 210x

    For the highest power demands the Geckos can handle Nema 34 and 42 with ease.

    • 5-80 VDC
    • Up to 7amps per channl
    • 5X microstepping (2000 steps / revolution)