Nocitech CPAR

Setup of the Nocitech CPAR device for cuff pressure algometry.

The Nocitech CPAR is a computer-controlled cuff pressure algometer that delivers precise, reproducible pressure stimulation for neuroscience research. It generates customisable piecewise-linear pressure waveforms with accurate temporal control, supporting advanced psychophysical protocols. The device enables automated cuff pressure algometry protocols that are not feasible with manual devices.

The Nocitech CPAR device is included in experimental setups with an <cpar> element:

<cpar id="cpar" compressor-mode="auto"/>

Attributes:

Name Use Description

id

required

Identification of the device, which is used to identify the device when it is assigned to procedures in the protocol.

compressor-mode

optional

Control mode for the compressor; AUTO: The compressor will refill automatically after each procedure in the protocol, MANUAL: The compressor will only refill when the minimal working pressure has been reached:

  • auto: the compressor will refill automatically after each procedure in the protocol.
  • manual: the compressor will only refill when the minimal working pressure has been reached.