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Summary of Contents for THORLABS ELL16
- Page 1 ELL16, ELL16K, ELL21(/M), and ELL21K(/M) Elliptec Rotation Mounts User Guide...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
ELL16(K) and ELL21(K)(/M) Rotation Mounts Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction ........................1 Intended Use ........................1 Explanation of Safety Warnings ..................1 Description ........................1 Technical Data ......................... 2 1.4.1 Specifications ..............................2 1.4.2 Mechanical Drawings ............................. 3 Simplified Declaration of Conformity ................5 Chapter 2 Safety .......................... -
Page 3: Chapter 1 Introduction
Description The ELL16 mount is SM05-threaded and is compatible with 30 mm cage systems. The ELL21 mount is SM2- threaded and is compatible with 60 mm cage systems; it also has a post mount tap and cage rod holes for stacking two adjacent units. -
Page 4: Technical Data
6.3 mm OD (GND), 2.1 mm ID (+5 V). An interface board is supplied with the ELL16K and ELL21K(/M) evaluation kits to allow homing and manual jogging and/or positioning. The unit can also be driven remotely via PC-based software downloaded from www.thorlabs.com. A compatible USB driver and source code are included in the software download package . -
Page 5: Mechanical Drawings
ELL16(K) and ELL21(/M)(K) Rotation Mounts Chapter 1: Introduction 1.4.2 Mechanical Drawings Figure 1 ELL16 Mechanical Drawing Rev. A, May 1, 2025 Page 3... - Page 6 ELL16(K) and ELL21(K)(/M) Rotation Mounts Chapter 1: Introduction Figure 2 ELL21(/M) Mechanical Drawing Page 4 DOC-102270...
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Page 7: Simplified Declaration Of Conformity
ELL16(K) and ELL21(/M)(K) Rotation Mounts Chapter 1: Introduction Simplified Declaration of Conformity Rev. A, May 1, 2025 Page 5... - Page 8 ELL16(K) and ELL21(K)(/M) Rotation Mounts Chapter 1: Introduction Page 6 DOC-102270...
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Page 9: Chapter 2 Safety
ELL16(K) and ELL21(/M)(K) Rotation Mounts Chapter 2: Safety Chapter 2 Safety The safety of any system incorporating this equipment is the responsibility of the person performing the installation. When connecting the stage to a PC, ensure that the PC is switched ON before connecting the stage to the USB port. -
Page 10: Chapter 3 Installation
Right: ELL16 Mount with SM1 Lens Tube and 30 mm Cage System The ELL16 mount is compatible with any 30 mm cage accessories via the 4-40 threaded holes for ER cage rods, two holes on one side of the mount and four on the other. It may also be post -mounted using a CP33B mounting bracket, as shown above. -
Page 11: Mounting Ell21(/M)
ELL16(K) and ELL21(/M)(K) Rotation Mounts Chapter 3: Installation The center bore is SM05 threaded and one side of the mount also features external SM1 threads for mounting SM1 series lens tubes or components. Mounting ELL21(/M) Figure 4 Left: ELL21 Mount with 60 mm Cage System; Right: Post-Mounted ELL21 Mount The ELL21(/M) mount has 4-40 threaded holes on one side for 60 mm cage system compatibility. -
Page 12: Chapter 4 Operation
ELL16(K) and ELL21(K)(/M) Rotation Mounts Chapter 4: Operation Chapter 4 Operation Getting Started If the device is operated over a prolonged time, the motor housing may become hot. This does not affect motor operation but may cause discomfort if contacted by exposed skin. -
Page 13: Software Control
Software Control When connected to the host PC, the rotator can be controlled remotely via the Elliptec software. 1. Download the Elliptec software from the downloads section at www.thorlabs.com. Double -click the saved .exe file and follow the on-screen instructions. -
Page 14: Communications Protocol
ELL16(K) and ELL21(K)(/M) Rotation Mounts Chapter 4: Operation Figure 7 Elliptec Software 6. In the top left of the GUI panel displayed, select the COM port to which the device is connected, and click ‘Connect’. The software will search the comms bus and enumerate the device. -
Page 15: Connecting Multiple Devices
ELL16(K) and ELL21(/M)(K) Rotation Mounts Chapter 4: Operation 4.2.4 Connecting Multiple Devices When a device is first connected to the PC, it is assigned the default address '0'. The software can run multiple devices; however, before more than one device can be recognized, each device must be assigned a unique address. -
Page 16: Frequency Search
ELL16(K) and ELL21(K)(/M) Rotation Mounts Chapter 4: Operation Figure 9 Connector J1 Pin Out Details Type Function Ground ODTX - Open Drain, Transmit 3.3 V TTL RS232 RX Receive - 3.3 V TTL RS232 In Motion, Open Drain, Active Low, Max 5 mA... -
Page 17: Restore Factory Settings
ELL16(K) and ELL21(/M)(K) Rotation Mounts Chapter 5: Troubleshooting and FAQ Restore Factory Settings Factory settings can be restored during the startup (calibration) test as follows: 1. Remove power from the rotator and disconnect the USB cable. 2. Press and hold the BW button (do not release until item 5). -
Page 18: Notes On Making A Picoflex Cable For Use When Daisy Chaining Devices
What is the typical product lifetime? ELL16, ELL21K/(M) product lifetime is restricted by the wearing of moving surfaces and the motor contact as motion is started (due to resonance build-up) and performed (due to friction) and is expressed in km traveled. - Page 19 ELL16(K) and ELL21(/M)(K) Rotation Mounts Chapter 5: Troubleshooting and FAQ b) Female crimped connectors as required - model number MOLEX 90327-0308 (Farnell order code 673160) (Qty 1 female connector above is shipped with each stage unit). c) Suitable screwdriver and scissors or another cutting tool.
- Page 20 ELL16(K) and ELL21(K)(/M) Rotation Mounts Chapter 5: Troubleshooting and FAQ If other connectors are required, they should be fitted at this point. Slide each connector onto the cable, paying attention to the orientation as shown below, then crimp as detailed in step (3).
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Page 21: Chapter 6 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts
ELL16(K) and ELL21(/M)(K) Rotation Mounts Chapter 6: Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts Chapter 6 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts For technical support or sales inquiries, please visit us at www.thorlabs.com/contact for our most up-to-date contact information. Corporate Headquarters Product Manufacturer Thorlabs, Inc. Thorlabs Ltd. - Page 22 www.thorlabs.com...
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