Each DS8 motion controller can control up to eight direct or low voltage control chain hoists, and features a solid state MCB per individual motor/channel, plus adjustable maximum power output up to 9A and a PL D, ISO 13849-1 and SIL2 compliant emergency stop system.
The DS8 series is available in two types – for direct control and for low voltage control chain motors. Each type also comes in a choice of two versions: Pro and Pro Plus.
The Pro version provides full hoist control for all typical professional rigging applications, while the Pro Plus version adds extra multi-unit flexibility for an optimal work environment, including: remote connection, link connection and functionality, and link-through.
Further safety and protection of hoists is provided by the DS8 series’ group safety mode, which cuts power to all connected hoists should power fail to one hoist, and standard integrated automatic phase inversion correction.
The controllers are built using heavy-duty industrial grade toggle switches, buttons and output connectors, and are fully CE compliant.
The first public showing of the DS8 series will be at the Pro Light+Sound trade show in Frankfurt on 1-4 April.
