Motorized Precision Positioning: Linear & Rotary Tables, Actuators, Piezomotors, Hexapods, Nanopositioning
Mini Positioners
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Linear Motors, Stages | Actuators
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Vertical & Linear Stages |
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| PI is a leading manufacturer of ultra-precision positioning solutions for OEM and research and offers a large range of motorized Micropositioning and piezoelectric Nanopositioning
devices and systems. Our expertise spans from miniature actuators to the unique Hybrid
DC/PZT Linear Slide to Hexapod 6D parallel kinematics micropositioning systems.
All linear and rotary positioners can be arranged to multi-axis combinations and many can be fitted with optional piezo drives with <1 nm resolution. Our new line of compact Piezo Linear Motors and Linear Slide Systems are the smallest, fastest and most powerful on the market. |
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PI is the global leader in parallel kinematics 6-Axis hexapod robotics precision positioning systems. In addition to multi-axis hexapod robots, PI also offers a wide selection of innovative precision linear slides and translation stages for industrial and research applications. Advantages: choice of motors (piezo linear motor, piezo stepping motor, voice-coil linear motor, or DC-servo / stepper with ballscrew and leadscrew); choice integration (integrated servo driver, integrated controller); piezo-upgrades. |
More Information: PDF Brochures Mini-Precision Positioners BrochurePrecision Linear Slides for Micropositioning BrochurePiezo Motor Precision Actuators BrochurePrecision Rotary Stages BrochurePrecision Vertical & Linear Stages BrochureXY, XYZ Multi-Axis Precision Stages BrochureHexapods BrochurePrecision Miniature Linear Slide CatalogMore Information: Web Links Experience / Custom SystemsReasons for Choosing PITest and Quality Control | ||
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M-122 Fast Miniature Precision Positioning Stage / Micropositioning Slide with Linear Encoder | ||
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These high-precision precision positioning linear slides combine small dimensions, very high accuracy and high speed at a competitive price. With their linear encoder and backlash-free ball-screw, these stages can provide much higher accuracy and better reproducibility than stepper motor stages or rotary encoder servo motor stages.
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M-110, M-111, M-112 High-Resolution Motorized Precision Positioner: 5, 15 & 25mm | ||
These ultra-high resolution linear translation stages provide 5, 15 and 25mm positioning range in a very small package. High precision leadscrews with sub-micron resolution and linear ball bearings guarantee better than 0.5 microns straightness.
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M-116 Miniature Precision Positioning Rotary Table: Worm Gear Drive & Servo Motor | ||
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These miniature precision positioning rotation tables are equipped with low-friction, spring-preloaded worm gear drives and closed-loop servo motors.
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Piezo Linear Motor-Driven Stages | ||
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M-661, M-662 Ultra-High-Speed Sub Miniature Precision Positioner | ||
These very small ceramic motor-driven micropositioning translation stages provide very fast response (millisecond scale) and can accelerate rapidly to 500mm/second.
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M-663 Sub-Miniature Piezo-Motorized Linear Precision Positioning Table | ||
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The M-663 high-precision linear positioning table for micro-positioning applications is driven by an ultrasonic ceramic motor. It provides acceleration to 10g's and velocity to 400mm/second and autolocking feature for excellent in position stability, all unique features for a positioner that small.
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M-664 Miniature Micro-Positioning Linear Slide with Closed-Loop Piezo Linear Motor | ||
These high-precision micro- positioning linear positioning systems are driven by an ultrasonic ceramic motor. It provides acceleration to 10g's and velocity to 400mm/second and autolocking feature for excellent in position stability, all unique features for a positioner that small. The ultra low profile of 15mm is another advantage.
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M-683 Low Profile Micro-Positioning Translation Stage w/Linear Encoder & Ceramic Motor | ||
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These compact micro- positioning stages employ the U-164 type PILine® ultrasonic piezo linear motor and a high precision linear encoder. High guiding accuracy is guaranteed by paired crossed-roller bearings. A vacuum option for 10-6 torr is available. The scalable design allows for positioning ranges to 300mm.
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M-686 XY Precision Positioning Stage with Piezo Linear Motors & Linear Encoders | ||
These XY, open-frame micro- positioning stages are designed for life-science and microscopy applications. If nanometer precision is required, a piezo flexure stage can be mounted on top.
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M-501 Vertical Micro-Positioning System (Z-Stage) | ||
  XYZ combination of M-521.DD (204 mm), M-511.DD (102 mm) and M-501.1PD vertical stage |
This vertical precision positioning table is designed fit the M-511 / M-521 / M-531 low-profile family of linear precision stages for micro-positioning applications. M-501 vertical stages feature a precision-machined base of high-stability, stress-relieved aluminum. Precision-ground recirculating ballscrews provide maintenance-free and backlash-free positioning.
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M-451 High-Load Vertical Precision Positionng Table for Micropositioning Applications | ||
This high-precision precision micro- positioning table is designed for high-load vertical positioning tasks. It features a precision-machined base of high-stability, stress-relieved aluminum. High precision-cross-roller guided wedges are self locking and low-friction leadscrews provide maintenance-free positioning.
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  P-562.3CD PIMars™ XYZ piezo-nanopositioning & scanning table (200 µm x 200 µm x 200 µm) mounted on an M-451.1PD elevation table |
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M-714 Hybrid PZT/Servo-Motor Nanopositioning Table for Vertical Precision Positioning Applications | ||
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The M-714 precision positioning table was designed from the ground up to use the hybrid drive technology. The hybrid design overcomes the limitations of conventional precision positioning systems by combining the well-known advantages of piezo-flexure drives (unlimited resolution and very rapid response) with the long Motorized Positioning Ranges and high holding forces of a servo-motor/ballscrew arrangement. The M-714 can position loads up to 10 kg with nanometer precision over 7mm in vertical or horizontal direction. Compared to high-resolution magnetic linear drives, the hybrid principle allows high holding forces with minimum power consumption, without counterbalancing the load. The angular deviation is less than ±10 µrad over the entire Positioning Range of 7mm.
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M-311 - M-318 Sub-Miniature Micropositioning Linear Table | ||
The M-310 series of miniature precision positioning tables are our smallest micrometer-driven positioners. The carriage is spring preloaded against the micrometer tip for elimination of backlash. M-310 series stages are available in one-, two- or three-axis configurations. The latter consists of a two-axis stage, an angle bracket and a one-axis stage. Please note that an XY unit cannot be separated into two one-axis stages. The vertical stage in the M-313 XYZ assembly supports the load through the micrometer spindle (not the preload springs) providing excellent stability.
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M-313.80 XYZ stage with P-853 PiezoMikes and optional M-318.20 angle bracket and F-010.00 fiber holder |
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M-011 Ultra-High-Precision, Side-Drive Linear Table with Magnetic-Kinematic Bearings | ||
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The M-011 precision positioning stage is designed for applications where Straightness/Flatness of motion needs to be better than 0.2 Microns. This is achieved with magnetically preloaded kinematic bearings. Servo motor options and piezo options are available.
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M-014 Ultra-High-Precision, Side-Drive Linear Table with Magnetic-Kinematic Bearings | ||
This precision positioning table is designed for applications where Straightness/Flatness of motion needs to be better than 0.2 Microns. This is achieved with magnetically preloaded kinematic bearings. Servo motor options and piezo options are available.
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M-126 High Precision Micropositioning Stage with Crossed Roller Bearings: 1" Travel | ||
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The M-126 precision micro- positioning system is available with precision leadscrew and ballscrew drives for resolution to 100 nanometers and below with excellent reproducibility. Precision crossed roller bearings provide 2 µm straightness of travel and better.
5 closed-loop servo motor and stepper motor versions are available.
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M-403/4 M-413/4 Cost-Effective Industrial Precision Positioning Tabble / Micropositioning Slide | ||
The M-403 / M-404 and M-414 / M-414 precision positioning stage families are low cost, yet high precision translation stages for loads up to 50 kg over Motorized Positioning Ranges to 300mm. They are designed with high-value components and feature a precision-machined, high-density, stress-relieved aluminum base for exceptional stability with minimum weight.
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M-400 Series Ultra-Precision Micropositioning Stages with Crossed Roller Bearings | ||
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These ultra-high resolution leadscrew-driven precision positioning stages are available with positioning ranges of 50mm, 100mm and 150mm. High precision cross-roller bearings guarantee 2 µm/100mm straightness of travel. The stage base is precision machined from high-density, stress-relieved aluminum for exceptional stability and minimum weight.
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M-605 Compact, High-Accuracy Micropositioning Slide with Linear Encoder & Bellows | ||
These precision positioning translation stages are designed to meet the most demanding positioning requirements in applications where space is limited. Bellows protect the ball screw and linear encoder from dusty.
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  M-605 XYZ Combination |
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M-505 Ballscrew-Driven Low Profile Micropositioning Table | ||
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These high-load, low-profile motorized precision positioning tables feature a precision-machined base of high-density, stress-relieved aluminum for exceptional stability and minimum weight. Precision-ground (better accuracy than rolled) ballscrews provide, backlash-free, low-friction and maintenance-free service.
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M-500 High-Load Precision Micropositioning Linear Table with Ballscrew Drive | ||
M-500-series micro- positioning precision linear tables meet the most demanding positioning requirements. Despite a stiff basis with very high load capacity they are compact and light-weight an advantage when building multiaxis combinations.
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  M-500 XY Linear Positioning Stage |
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M-511.HD Ultra-Precision Positioning Hybrid Piezo / Servo Motor Stage | ||
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These unique hybrid motorized nanopositioning tables overcome the limitations of conventional precision positioning systems by combining the well-known advantages of piezo-flexure-drives (unlimited resolution and very rapid response) with the high pushing and holding forces and long Positioning Range of a servo-motor/ballscrew arrangement. The M-511.HD allows velocities to 50mm/second with 2 nm resolution and can handle loads of 50 kg for horizontal operation.
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V-106 QuickScan Voice-Coil High-Dynamics Precision Scanning System | ||
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Piezo Motor Actuators | ||
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N900 Non-Magnetic Linear Actuator for Precision Applications in High Magnetic Fields | ||
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This piezo-motor precision actuator was designed for applications in high magnetic fields, such as MRI or high-energy physics. PDF Brochure | Ask a question on this Product |
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N-310 Compact High-Precision PiezoWalk® Stepping Motor Actuator | ||
These miniature linear actuators are driven by the PI's patented PiezoWalk® ceramic motor drives and provide positioning ranges from 10mm to 125mm in a very compact package 1x1x0.5". Depending on the sophistication of the driver electronics they provide precision in the sub-micrometer / or sub-nanometer range.
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N-381 NEXACT® Micro-Manipulator / Nano-Manipulator, Piezo Stepper | ||
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These PiezoWalk linear-motor driven actuators have all the ingredients for micro-and nano-manipulation such as required in neuroscience, biotechnology and nanotechnology. Very smooth motion, high-dynamics with rapid acceleration, sub-nanometer resolution and high long-distance velocity of 10mm/second. The dual mode drive provides long travel walking motion and a continuous "analog mode" with piezo-class resolution and response over 7 microns. This mode can be used for rapid acceleration such as required in cell penetration applications, or smooth motion for dynamic laser tuning and also for dynamic damping of oscillations.
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M-674 Compact Linear Actuator with Ultrasonic High Speed Motor | ||
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These ultrasonic precision drives can replace classic actuators and drive elements such as motor / leadscrew assemblies or magnetic linear drives, when compact size and high velocity are required.
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M-272 Fast Micropositioning Linear Piezo-Motor Actuator for Automation | ||
M-272 ultrasonic-motor driven micro- positioning actuators provide a cost-effective alternative to motor-leadsrew combinations and electromagnetic linear motors when small dimensions and/or high velocity are of the essence. The ceramic motors are self-locking, with no heat generation at rest.
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Servo- and Stepper Motor Actuators | ||
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M-228 - M-229 Low-Cost Precision Stepper-Motor Actuators | ||
These low-cost micro- positioning actuators are equipped with high-resolution direct drive and gear-head stepper motors. The stepper mikes can push or pull loads up to
80 N, and provide speeds up to 5mm/second.
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M-230 Ultra-High Precision Micropositioning Actuator Servo & Stepper Motor | ||
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These ultra-high-resolution micro- positioning actuators come with closed-loop servo motors or stepper motors.
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M-231 Compact High-Precision Micropositioning Actuator: 17mm Travel | ||
The M-231 is an ultra-high-resolution linear actuator providing linear motion up to 17mm with sub-micron resolution in a compact package. It consists of a leadscrew driven by a closed-loop Servo motor/gearhead combination with motor-shaft-mounted, high-resolution encoder (2048 counts/rev.).
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M-232 Folded, High-Precision, Closed-Loop Micropositioning Actuator: 17mm | ||
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This precision micro- positioning actuator features a space-saving design with a leadscrew side-by-side to a closed-loop Servo motor.
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M-235 High Force / High Precision Micropositioning Actuator: 20mm and 50mm | ||
These high force, ultra-high-resolution micro- positioning linear actuators provide linear motion of up 20mm and 50mm, resp. with sub-micron resolution. The integrated low-friction ballscrew is driven by a closed-loop servo motor or a stepper motor.
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M-238 High Force, High Precision Micropositioning Actuator with Linear Encoder: 400N, 50mm | ||
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The M-238 is a high-force micropositioning linear actuator. It provides linear motion up to 50mm, a load capacity to 400 N and high velocity to 30mm/second. Its low-friction, ballscrew, is driven by a closed-loop servo motor with integrated power amplifier. For applications with the highest precision requirements, an integrated linear encoder is available.
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PiezoMike: Piezoelectric Micrometer Drive | ||
P-853/P-854 PiezoMikes feature a flexure guided piezo actuator combined with a manual micrometer. Sensitivity of the micrometer is 1 µm. By controlling the piezo voltage, the micrometer tip is automatically moved in and out (up to 25 µm) relative to the manually set position. Resolution of the piezoelectric motion is in the sub-nanometer range.
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M-227 High-Resolution Micropositioning Actuators with Servo Motors | ||
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M-272 ultrasonic-motor driven micro- positioning actuators provide a cost-effective alternative to motor-leadsrew combinations and electromagnetic linear motors when small dimensions and/or high velocity are of the essence. The ceramic motors are self-locking, with no heat generation at rest.
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M-168 High-Resolution Stepper-Mike Actuators | ||
These precision stepper-motor driven micro- positioning actuators provide motion to 50mm with 0.1 micron resolution. The 2-phase stepper motor direct drive provides velocity to 5mm/second.
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M-660 Fast Rotary Table. Ultra-Low Profile Micropositioner | ||
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M-060/1/2 High Performance Rotary Table Family with Worm Gear Drive | ||
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M-06x series high precision rotary stages are equipped with ultra-low-friction, spring-preloaded worm gear drives allowing unlimited rotation in either direction. Models M-060 feature a 60mm diameter turntable, models M-061, a 100mm table and models M-062, a 120mm table.
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M-116 Mini Rotary Table for Micropositioning, with Worm Gear Drive | ||
M-116 rotary stages are equipped with low-friction, spring-preloaded worm gear drives allowing unlimited rotation in either direction in an extremely compact package.
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M-035 Small Precision Tangent-Arm Rotary Stage with Piezo & Servo Motor Option | ||
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M-035 series precision positioning rotation stages with tangent-arm drive feature high resolution, excellent reproducibility and minimum wobble. The stages are equipped with double-row ball bearings for zero backlash and high load capacity. Both the rotation platform and the scale ring (graduated in 2-degree increments) can be independently coarse posi-tioned over 360° degrees and then locked with screws.
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M-036 Precision Tangent-Arm Rotation Stages with Piezo & Servo Motor Option | ||
M-036 series precision rotation stages with tangent-arm drive feature high resolution, excellent reproducibility and minimum wobble. The stages are equipped with double-row ball bearings for zero backlash and high load capacity. Both the rotation platform and the scale ring (graduated in 2-degree increments) can be independently coarse positioned over 360° degrees and then locked with screws.
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6-Axis Hexapods & Multi-Axis Stages | ||
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M-810 6-Axis Mini Motorized Hexapod Platform | ||
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This miniaturized precision hexapod platform is currently PI's smallest standard 6-axis micropositioning system to date (smaller custom systems are available). As all PI hexapod platforms it allows the user to change the center of rotation (pivot point) anywhere inside or outside the system envelope.
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M-811 Vacuum-Compatible Miniature Hexapod 6-Axis Positioner; High Precision and Very Versatile | ||
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M-824 Compact Six-Axis Hexapod Platform | ||
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This hexapod platform combines compact dimensions with high accuracy and load capacity. A vacuum version is available.
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M-850 High Load Hexapod Platform | ||
The M-850 is the ideal micropositioning system for all complex positioning tasks which depend upon high load capacity and high accuracy in six independent axes. Extremely stiff & accurate components provide an very high natural frequency of 500 Hz with a 10 kg load. As all PI hexapod platforms it allows the user to change the center of rotation (pivot point) anywhere inside or outside the system envelope.
The M-850.50 model can achieve velocities of up to 8mm/second. In contrast, the high-load M-850.11 model provides a vertical load capacity of 250kg (50kg in any orientation).
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M-840 Fast Six-Axis Parallel Kinematics Hexapod Platform | ||
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The M-840 is the ideal micro- positioning system for all complex positioning tasks which rely on high accuracy and speed in six independent axes. In addition to positioning all axes, it allows the user to define the center of rotation (pivot point) anywhere inside or outside the system envelope by one simple software command.
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F-206 6-Axis Precision Hexapod Platform Alignment System / Manipulator | ||
This compact Hexapod platform is a highly accurate micro- positioning system for complex multi-axis alignment tasks. It is based on PI"s long experience with ultra-high-resolution, parallel kinematics stages. The use of constant-length struts w/ backlash & friction-free flexure guides (as opposed to variable-length struts) gives the F-206 even higher precision than other hexapod designs.
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Multi-Axis Tables | ||
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XY Micropositioning Table for High-Resolution Microscopes | ||
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PI XY microscope tables are designed for excellent thermal and positional stability. PILine® piezomotor-driven stages excel in precision positioning and automation applications. The low profile height makes integration easy and a choice of mechanically compatible high-resolution PI piezo nanopositioning / scanning stages adds to the versatility. PDF Brochure | Ask a question on this Product | |
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M-545 XY Microscope Micropositioning Table: Manual & Motorized | ||
This XY micro- positioning stage is designed to provide a stable platform for PInano® piezo nanopositioning and scanning stages as well as other PI nanopositioning stages
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OEM Planar XY Micropositioning Scanner System | ||
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Fast XY positioning table with precision guiding system: the M-900KOPS planar scanner was developed for OEM applications / white light interferometetry
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M-880 3-DOF Planar Precision Micropositioning Positioning Stage | ||
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Z-X-Theta-Y Precision Positioning System with Arbitrary Pivot Point | ||
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This tripod precision positioning table was designed to provide higher flexibility than goniometric cradles.
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Coarse/Fine XYZ Photonics Alignment System | ||
F-130 & F-131 are compact computer-controllable 3-Axis precision positioning / nanopositioning systems for precision alignment application such as fibers / optical components. The coarse positioners provide 50 nanometers resolution, enough to find first light and the piezo fine drives provide 1 nanometer and very fast response for quick scanning. Watch youtube video at http://www.youtube.com/v/mwQlxUDvAgI
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Small Crossed-Roller Guided Linear Tables with Piezo Option XY and XYZ Assemblies | ||
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M-105 and M-106 linear slides are spring-preloaded, cross-roller bearing guided stages available in 1, 2 & 3 -axis configurations. Motor-Mike upgrades and piezo options are available for ultra-precise positioning tasks.
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M-044 Tip/Tilt Stage with Piezo Drive Option for Nanometer Precision | ||
M-044 is a two-axis ( XX, YY) tip/tilt stage for small loads. It is spring preloaded for elimination of backlash and feature resolution and repeatability superior to that of goniometric cradles. Versions with piezo translators allow ultra-high-resolution dynamic scanning and tracking. PDF Brochure | Ask a question on this Product |
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N-510 Ultra-High Precision Z/Tip/Tilt Platform for High Loads | ||
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M-500 Series High-Load Precision Micropositioning Linear Stages with Ballscrew Drives | ||
M-500-series high accuracy linear positioning table can be combined to XY-Tables and XYZ Tables. They meet the most demanding precision positioning requirements.
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XYZ combination of M-521.DD (204 mm), M-511.DD (102 mm) and M-501.1PD vertical stage |
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