Six individually switchable USB 3.1 Gen1 (5Gbps) ports Delivers up to 2.5 Amps of power per port 8 Amps maximum total amperage Industrial-grade operating range of -40°C to +85°C Compact and lightweight at only 200g (7 oz) Description FAQ Specifications In the Box Downloads Warranty Pegasus Astro USB Control Hub The Pegasus Astro USB Control Hub provides six downstream USB 3.1 Gen1 ports, each capable of 5Gbps data transfer and individual power and data switching. Each port delivers a robust 2.5 Amps, supported by a total hub capacity of 8 Amps, to drive demanding astrophotography equipment. Engineered for absolute reliability, its industrial-grade components support a massive operating temperature range from −40°C to +85°C, eliminating the common failure point of consumer hubs in real-world observing conditions. 6 Switchable USB 3.1 Gen1 Ports at 5Gbps This hub addresses a critical need for remote control over your imaging rig. All six USB ports can be switched ON or OFF for both power and data independently via software, allowing you to power-cycle a misbehaving camera or guider without physically touching the scope. The hub's architecture ensures that 5Gbps SuperSpeed data transfers from your main camera are not slowed down by traffic from slower USB 2.0 devices like focus motors or filter wheels operating concurrently. 2.5A Per Port with Smart Current Limiting With a 2.5 Amp supply available at each of the six ports, the USB Control Hub has the capacity to power cooled CMOS cameras, focusers, and other accessories that require more current than a standard PC port can supply. The hub manages a total output of 8 Amps and incorporates smart current-limit sensors on every port. If a device draws excessive power or a short circuit occurs, the port is automatically shut down and the operating system is notified, protecting all connected equipment. Industrial-Grade Operation from -40°C to +85°C Standard USB hubs are designed for climate-controlled rooms and often fail when temperatures drop, causing driver crashes and lost data. The Pegasus Astro USB Control Hub is built with industrial-grade electronics specified for an operational range of −40°C to +85°C. This exceptional thermal tolerance ensures your connections remain stable and reliable through freezing winter nights or hot summer sessions, providing unwavering performance when it matters most. Why do I need the individual port switching on the USB Control Hub? Individual port control allows you to remotely power-cycle any single piece of equipment connected to the USB Control Hub. If a camera driver freezes or a device becomes unresponsive during an automated imaging session, you can switch its port off and on again through software to force a hard reset without having to go outside to your telescope. Can the USB Control Hub power a cooled camera and a filter wheel at the same time? Yes. Each of the six ports can supply up to 2.5 Amps of current, which is more than enough for typical cooled astronomy cameras, filter wheels, focus motors, and guide cameras. With a total available current of 8 Amps, you can confidently run a full imaging rig from the hub. My current USB hub disconnects on cold nights. Will the Pegasus USB Control Hub solve this? This is precisely the problem the USB Control Hub was designed to solve. Unlike consumer-grade hubs, it uses industrial components rated to operate perfectly in temperatures from −40°C to +85°C. This robust construction prevents the connection drops and instability that plague standard hubs in cold weather. What happens if a device connected to the USB Control Hub tries to draw more than 2.5 Amps? The USB Control Hub has built-in protection. A smart current sensor on each port will detect the over-current condition and automatically shut down that specific port to prevent damage to the hub or your other equipment. Your operating system will also receive a pop-up warning alerting you to the issue. Is the 5Gbps speed of the USB Control Hub shared across all ports? The hub has a total bandwidth of 5Gbps. While this bandwidth is shared among active devices, the hub features multi-transaction operation. This allows it to handle high-speed USB 3.1 traffic and slower USB 2.0 traffic concurrently without the slower devices creating a bottleneck for the faster ones, which is critical for planetary imaging and guiding at the same time. How does the USB Control Hub handle both a fast USB 3.0 camera and a slower USB 2.0 guide camera? The USB Control Hub is fully compliant with the USB 3.1 Gen1 specification and backwards compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.0 devices. Its controller is designed to ensure that high-speed 5Gbps data transfers from a main imaging camera are not impacted by the simultaneous, slower data stream from a USB 2.0 guide camera, ensuring both operate at their maximum potential. USB Ports Six downstream USB 3.1 Gen1 (5Gbps) / 2.0 ports Switchable Ports USB1-6. Switch ON/OFF Power & Data (each port can be switched individually) DC Input 12-14V DC Amperage Per Port 2.5 Amps each Maximum Total Amperage 8 Amps Operating Temperature −40°C to +85°C Dimensions 100mm x 72mm x 24mm / 3.9” x 2.8” x 0.94” Weight 200g / 7 oz Power Requirements 2-10 Amps (depends on connected devices) USB Control Hub × 1 USB 3.0 Cable (1.5m) × 1 Download Software Pegasus Astro 2-Year Warranty
