PI (Physik Instrumente) L.P offers Affordable Precision Translation Stages in 48 Variations

21 Aug 2006

June 2006 - PI (Physik Instrumente) L.P. offers the new M-403 / M-414 series of precision translation stages. Combined with the low-cost Mercury™ servo motor controller, these stages form very affordable, high-value, motion control systems.

Features & Advantages

• 4 Different Precision / Load Classes
• Motor Resolution to 0.012 µm, True Min. Incremental Motion 0.1 µm
• Very Cost-Effective Servo Controllers
• Two Drive Options: Leadscrews (Lower cost) and Recirculating Ball
Screws (Higher Speed & Longer Lifetime)
• 3 Motor Options: DC-Gearhead (low power), DC ActiveDrive Direct
(faster) and Stepper Motors (lower cost)
• Travel Ranges 25 mm (1 inch) to 300 mm (12 inch)
• Load Capacity to 50 kg (110 lbs)

These stages provide high-performance at a very attractive price. The integrated low-friction ball-screws combine high duty-cycles and velocities with minimum incremental motion of 0.1 µm.

High Load and Maintenance Free All models of the M-400 family are equipped with high-precision linear guiding rails and recirculating ball bearings. Their high load capacity allows them to carry up to 50 kg (110 lbs) and to push/pull up to 100 N (22 lbs). The recirculating ball bearings are maintenance free and immune to the cage migration which can plague crossed roller bearings.

Typical Applications Research & Development, Quality Control, Semiconductor Test Equipment, Precision Automation, Metrology

Low Cost of Ownership A variety of low-cost stand alone and plug-in-board motor controllers is available. These micropositioning stages are especially cost effective in high performance, high-duty-cycle applications, when combined with the with the networkable C-862 Mercury™ controller.

About PI PI a global, ISO 9001 certified market leader in the field of nanopositioning technology, has been developing and manufacturing standard, custom and OEM products with piezo and motor drives for 35+ years. PI is present worldwide with eight subsidiaries and total staff of 400+.