Motorized Filter Wheel | SIMTRUM Photonics Store

The SIMFW-06 is a high-precision Motorized Filter Wheel solution designed for applications requiring exceptional accuracy. It seamlessly adapts to a wide range of automated optical applications, including fluorescence microscopy, precision spectroscopy, and color CCD imaging. The device is compact and can be securely mounted on any standard optical platform, supporting up to six filter wheels to meet complex experimental and testing requirements.Powered by an external 24V DC supply, the SIMFW-06 ensures stable and reliable operation.   The installation process is straightforward, and once integrated into the optical system, users can easily switch filters via an intuitive manual knob or flexible host software. The switching speed is remarkable, with a transition time of less than 200 milliseconds between adjacent filters, significantly enhancing work efficiency.

A key feature of this product is its outstanding positioning accuracy, which reaches 0.01°, providing a solid foundation for the accuracy of experimental results. Additionally, we have integrated a highly compact, all-in-one controller, greatly simplifying wiring complexity and improving the overall neatness and maintenance convenience of the system.

Features

• High Precision: Motorized Filter Wheel utilizes a geared servo motor to achieve a positioning accuracy of 0.01°.
• Compatibility: This filter wheel features SM1 threads, supporting filter specifications with a maximum thickness of 6.35 mm and a diameter of 25.4 mm.
• Stability and Durability: The Simscop Motorized Filter Wheel is equipped with an internal temperature monitoring chip. The product can operate continuously for 24 hours with a temperature rise not exceeding 10°C, ensuring greater stability and durability.
• Simple Installation and Maintenance: The design facilitates easy installation and maintenance, allowing operators to quickly set up and use the filter wheel without the need for complex adjustments.

Application

• Fluorescence Microscopy Imaging: In biomedical research, the Motorized Filter Wheel can rapidly switch between different excitation and emission filters to optimize the capture of fluorescence signals. This is particularly useful for high-throughput analysis of multi-color fluorescence-labeled samples.
• Spectral Analysis Systems: When combined with a spectrometer, the Motorized Filter Wheel can automatically change between different bandpass filters, enabling continuous spectral scanning or specific wavelength intensity measurements. This application is widely used in materials science, environmental monitoring, and chemical quality control.
• Machine Vision and Color Recognition: In industrial automation, the Motorized Filter Wheel, when paired with CCD or CMOS cameras, optimizes image quality by switching between filters to eliminate ambient light interference. This enhances the accuracy of object color recognition and classification.
• Laser System Tuning: In laser technology and optical communications, the Motorized Filter Wheel is used to precisely adjust the wavelength of the laser beam. By changing between different laser line filters, it optimizes the laser output characteristics, making it suitable for material processing, sensing technologies, and scientific research.

  Control Software   Software & Driver Download

  Software Advantages   l Automatic Serial Port Detection: Simscop's Motorized Fil ter Wheel automatically detects available serial ports for the user to choose from, making it simple and quick. l Compatibility: Supports Windows 7, 10, and 11 systems.(1) l Installation and Usage: Small installation package, ready to use right after installation.(2)   （1）For Linux and Mac platform support, please contact sales. （2）The installation package is less than 100 MB.

  Mechanical Dimensions

(1) By replacing the wheel with different models, up to 8 filters can be installed. (2) The combination of the support column and mounting base allows for height adjustment. (3) The term "universal" means that it is compatible with the standard mounting holes of typical optical platforms.

 Product Specifications

Mechanical Dimensions

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