Rigel Systems USB-nFOCUS computer interface for nFOCUS

Rigel Systems USB-nFOCUS Interface: Advanced PC Control for Stepper Focus Motors

Key Features:

• Computerized Focus Control: Transform your stepper focus motor into a computer-controlled device for precise and convenient focusing from your PC.

• ASCOM Compliance: Fully compatible with popular focus control programs, thanks to its adherence to ASCOM standards.

• Optional Temperature Compensation: Enhance your focusing accuracy with temperature compensation, available with an optional external temperature sensor.

• Precise Step Control and Display: Offers full step and half step control directly from your computer, along with a clear display of step count.

• Included Power Cables: Comes with both USB and 12V battery power cables for flexible and easy power options.

• Modular Design: Choose only the components you need, with an affordable upgrade path for additional features and online firmware improvements. The modular design facilitates easy upgrades or repairs.

• Proven Track Record: Since 2010, over 1000 installations have been completed, ensuring compatibility with advanced autofocus software, including ASCOM and INDI drivers.

• Responsive Customization: Tailored to meet special user needs such as higher resolution temperature measurements and custom bracket kits for unique and classic telescope focusers, without extra charges.

• Reliable Tech Support: Enjoy prompt and friendly support via email in the USA, including access to an online forum. Remote field support provided globally.

• High Stepper Resolution: Gear coupling to the focus shaft allows up to 9,600 steps per revolution in full step mode and 19,200 in half step mode, ideal for fast telescopes and camera lenses.

• Fast Focus Knob Rotation: Achieves a maximum rotation speed of 17 degrees per second.

• Easy Installation: Each focuser-specific kit includes all necessary parts, ensuring straightforward attachment.

• Scalable for Multiple Telescopes: Users can add just a bracket and gear kit to new telescopes, moving the stepper as needed.

• Temperature Sensor Integration: Available for free with the full controller/stepper package, featuring a dedicated port and customizable resolution.

• Manual Focusing Option: The gear-coupled stepper can be easily declutched for manual use of coarse and fine focus knobs.

• Minimal Additional Weight: Adds only 250 grams to the telescope, maintaining ease of handling and balance.