How do I interface the electrode with the X-Headstage?

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• Designing electrode interface board (EIB) for the X-Headstage

  Designing an electrode interface board (EIB) for the X-Headstages is easy. Download the example EIB design in Eagle PCB. Here are a few things to keep in mind: X3R32, X3R64, and X3SR32 all use the same X3BtB connectors (see this article for part ...

• Are there adaptors to interface the X-Headstage with my electrode?

  The X-Headstage is designed with an adapter-based approach to interface with various connectors. We offer off-the-shelf designs and can provide custom designs. Contact us for more information. Browse all the available probe adapters here: ...

• What is the advantage of implanting/cementing the X-Headstage with the electrode?

  In general, signal quality and longevity can be improved when the headstage and electrode are firmly cemented on the skull. Due to the lower height from the cantilever effect, mechanical strain is minimized on the connector interface, drastically ...

• My electrode uses a different kind of connector than what is on the X-Headstage. Can I still use the X-Headstage?

  Yes. If you use connectors commonly used in neuroscience, chances are we already have adaptors made. The X-Headstage is designed for minimal size and thus has carefully chosen these small industrial connectors. The adaptor-based approach offers the ...

• Notes regarding the reliability of the connectors used on the X-Headstage

  X-Headstage uses ultra-small connectors, called board-to-board connectors, commonly used in the PC industry. These types of connectors have a cycle rating of about 50 cycles according to the manufacturers. But that doesn't mean it will fail at the ...