tACS Challenge is an international multi-centre initiative to test the real-time impact of Transcranial Alternating Current Stimulation on behaviours that result from phasic current modulation in the brain. Blue Magnet supplies purpose-built hardware for participating sites.
Stimulus-Response Unit
Version 3.2 of the tACS Challenge stimulus presentation device, running on the 600 MHz Teensy 3.2 microcontroller. The ergonomic enclosure is polished white laser sintered PA12 nylon, easy to keep clean for clinical applications.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Microcontroller | Teensy 3.2 @ 600 MHz |
| Enclosure | Laser sintered PA12 nylon, polished white |
| Battery port | Micro-USB, for medical-electrical safety isolation |
| Connectors | Touchproof 1.5 mm gold-plated pins |
| Response buttons | High-tactile, silver-plated, 500,000-cycle lifespan |
| Trigger port | BNC, input/output programmable |
| Protection | Internal tACS voltage protection |
| Included | Micro-USB cable |
LED Display Unit
Version 5.0 of the tACS Challenge LED display unit. The enclosure is matt black ball-peened laser sintered PA12 nylon, providing a reflection-free background for the LED array.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| LEDs | Intensity-calibrated Ultra Bright white |
| Enclosure | Laser sintered PA12 nylon, matt black ball-peened |
| Cable | PS2-style mini DIN shielded, 6-pin |
| Mounting | Adjustable clamp with non-scratch rubber surface |
Complete Device Kit
The tACS Challenge stimulus presentation device and LED display unit in kit form. The kit comprises everything required to build your own system. Basic mechanical assembly and soldering skill required.
Full assembly instructions provided. Contact us for a complete component manifest.
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