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VOICE COIL

BALL SCREW

AIR BEARING

REPEATABILITY

PIGLIDE

MICRO
POSITIONING

ENGINEERED SYSTEMS

DIRECT DRIVE

NANOPOSITIONING

ACCURACY

PRECISION POSITIONING
AND MOTION CONTROL
LINEAR MOTOR
HIGH DYNAMICS
PIMAG®

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Precision Positioning and Motion Control

Product Finder Online – What is the easiest way for you to find the best positioning solution?
The printed catalog is a major showcase for PI and, as well as presenting the entire product
range, it also acts as a reference for all of our motion solutions. However, to take advantage
of the latest products and developments, we recommend using the product finder on the PI
website www.pi.ws.
How to use the product finder:
Select the product type specified by the axes of motion required. Selection of more criteria
expands or shortens the list of results. Select more than one filter at a time, for example, to
find positioning stages designed for higher load capacity, too.

INTRODUCTION
Markets and Applications ............................................................................................. 	
Motorized Standard Products Overview ....................................................................... 	
Technological Depth for Optimized Products ............................................................... 	
Custom Examples Picture Wall .................................................................................... 	
The PI Group – A Strong Partner for Industry and Research ........................................ 	
The PI Group Milestones .............................................................................................. 	
Expert Consulting ......................................................................................................... 	
Engineering Design Expertise and Customization ........................................................ 	
Production Capabilities ................................................................................................ 	
Vacuum Know-how ...................................................................................................... 	
From 1-off to Series: OEM Users Benefit From Maximum Flexibility............................ 	
Global Service and After-Sales ..................................................................................... 	
Preferred Solutions for High-Precision Automation Tasks ........................................... 	

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Translation Stages

PRODUCTS

XY Stages

		
Translation Stages ............................................................................................................................................................... 	 28
Precision Linear Stages................................................................................................. 	 30
High-Precision Linear Stages........................................................................................ 	 72
PIglide Linear Air Bearing Stages.................................................................................. 	112
Z Stages........................................................................................................................ 	126

Rotation Stages

XY Stages ............................................................................................................................................................................ 	138
		
XY Stages with Mechanical Bearings ........................................................................... 	140
		
PIglide XY Stages with Air Bearings ............................................................................. 	158

Linear Actuators

		
Rotation Stages ................................................................................................................................................................... 	162
		
Rotation Stages ............................................................................................................ 	164
		
Rotation Stages with Torque Motor and Air Bearing ................................................... 	184
		
Goniometer Stages ...................................................................................................... 	192

Linear Actuators ................................................................................................................................................................... 	200
		
Voice Coil Actuators ..................................................................................................... 	202
		
Screw-Drive Precision Actuators .................................................................................. 	216
		
High-Load Screw-Drive Actuators ................................................................................ 	226

Motion Control

		
Motion Control ..................................................................................................................................................................... 	232
		
Industrial motion control .............................................................................................. 	234
		
Modular Multi-Channel Piezo Controllers ..................................................................... 	250
		
Stepper Motor Controllers ............................................................................................ 	252
		
DC Motor Controllers ................................................................................................... 	254
		
Voice Coil Controllers ................................................................................................... 	258

Gantry Systems

Gantry Systems ................................................................................................................................................................... 	260
		
Throughput, Precision and Reliability .......................................................................... 	262
		
Components & Accessories ................................................................................................................................................. 	264
		
Air Bearings .................................................................................................................. 	266
		
Accessories for Air Bearings and Stages ...................................................................... 	280
		
Adapter Brackets for Multi-Axis Combinations ............................................................ 	286

		

More information, step-files and downloads are available from our website www.pi.ws.
All data subject to change without notice, ©PI 2018.

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Terms and Technology
Glossary

Components &
Accessories

Terms and Technology Glossary .......................................................................................................................................... 	290

Markets and Applications

SEMICONDUCTOR PRODUCTION AND INSPECTION
The automation of process steps in production and inspection is steadily on the increase. At the same time, the requirements to
accuracy required in motion and positioning are growing. Today, in many industrial areas accuracy levels are needed as they were
needed just a few years ago in research institutions. PI with its linear stages, rotation stages, and lifting stages, as well as more
complex multi-axis kinematics, offers excellent solutions for industrial applications in many growing markets and even for very
general automation tasks with challenging specifications.

The requirements to the straightness and flatness, and the precision are particularly high in the production and inspection of semiconductors or circuit boards.
High dynamics of the motion axis are required for an optimized throughput. In this
case, a standard A-311 stage with a 200 mm × 200 mm travel range in XY carries a
customized rotation stage. All stages have air bearings to warrant the best flatness
and direct drives for precision and high dynamics positioning. In addition, it is
possible to hold a stable position

The semiconductor industry often requires very specific solutions, e.g., for wire
or ball bonders. PI's Gantry systems are an ideal basis for customized adaptations.
The strokes and the stacking height can be varied almost arbitrarily, the configuration of the motors provides extremely high accelerations of up to 5 g and this
ensures the highest productivity in the application. Control features of ACS motion
controllers such as “Input Shaping” help to build a stable system which actively
suppresses possible vibrations

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Wafer inspection system with integrated linear
motor axes for fast precision XY scanning.
Stepper motor axis for fine vertical position of
the inspection equipment

Introduction

PHOTONICS PACKAGING AND OPTICAL ALIGNMENT
During production and inspection of components with optical data transmission, it is important to align fibers or fiber arrays for
optimum connection with the highest possible accuracy. Position tolerances way under 50 nm are usual and multi-channel inputs
and outputs require simultaneous alignment in several axes.

In this multi-axis system for
wafer inspection and photonics
alignment, high speed linear motor
stages are used for the long xy stroke,
while mechanical stages with stepper
motors and screw drives are used for the
other degrees of freedom that do not require
too high dynamics

18-axis double alignment system provides fast NxM alignment
of SiP devices in wafer probers. Cascade Microtech’s pioneering
CM300xi photonics-enabled engineering wafer probe station
integrates PI’s parallel-kinematic Fast Multichannel Photonics
Alignment systems for high throughput, wafer-safe, nanoprecision optical probing of on-wafer Silicon Photonics devices.
(Image: Cascade Microtech, a FormFactor company)

In photonics, automated alignment is the key to high throughput
and outstanding quality. The basis of this optical alignment system is
a very stiff XYZ set-up consisting of three motorized linear stages
and a P-616 NanoCube® piezo nanopositioner. The low overall height
simplifies integration in limited installation space. The motorized
drives make longer travel ranges possible and at the same time, the
NanoCube® nanopositioner ensures fast scanning motion and dynamic
compensation of drift effects. Flexure guides and all-ceramic insulated
PICMA® actuators guarantee a long lifetime. Because all drives are
equipped with position sensors, it is possible for example, to reliably
prevent collisions with expensive silicon wafers

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Markets and Applications

Automated testing procedures ensure
quality, e.g., in the production process
of printed circuit boards (PCBs). Thereby,
the precise control of the forces acting
on the sensitive boards as well as the fast
capturing and interpretation of measurement data are extremely important

INDUSTRIAL MANUFACTURING
The field of industrial manufacturing and assembly offers the widest range of applications for the PI micropositioning stages. In
many applications the precision requirements keep growing for industrial application.
For example, digital printing becomes more and more common. The accuracy of the separate dots needs to be better than 20 µm
to be recognized as equidistant by the human eye. This requires motion technology providing an accuracy typically 10 times higher
meaning 2 µm, as well as motion with constant speed, good straightness and flatness.
Another example is force-controlled testing of a touch screen, a keyboard or electronic car keys, as well as the control of force
with which small parts are being assembled. Here, PI offers advanced solutions for those markets using its proprietary voice coil
and force sensor technologies.

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Introduction

LASER MATERIAL PROCESSING
Laser cutting for example, often requires lowest tracking errors while following the
arbitrary path of the customer’s workpiece. This means very dynamic multi-axis motion
that is ideally realized by using linear motor solutions which combine dynamics and
accuracy. An additional vertical motion is typically realized using a ball screw stage.
For improved dynamics in the Z-direction, a linear motor axis can be equipped with a
mechanical, magnetic or pneumatic weight balance. These applications can be served
with standard linear stages with a debris protection or with fully customized solutions.
Building Highly Productive Laser Systems
ACS Motion Control, as part of the PI group, allows to supply highly sophisticated
Motion Controller and Universal Drive Modules for the control of laser processing
applications. Control of the laser power and the triggering of the laser is done by the
LCMV2 Laser Control Module. A dedicated software to create a custom specific Human
Machine Interface (HMI) is available as well. Additionally integrating a 3rd party galvo
scanner allows to decouple the high and the low frequencies of motion: The high frequencies will be covered by the galvo scanner and the low frequency motions will be
executed by PI linear stages. The resulting possibilities for the overlapping motion of
the scanner and stages are practically unlimited and allow to create best-productivity
systems with high-precision motion without any stitching errors.

SPiiPlusEC

PI’s dynamic positioning systems combined with ACS motion controllers
become fast, productive systems which,
with the help of lasers, can label, mark,
rip, cut, or drill

UDMnt

ACS Motion Control and PI motion systems are perfectly matched to each other. A solution from
a single-source supplier does not just offer the customer sophisticated positioning technology
and high-performance control solutions, but also faster start-up and high flexibility when implementing new requirements

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Markets and Applications

Typical 2-axis setup with clear aperture for the scanning
of larger surfaces

3-axis combination of linear motor stages. The vertical axis uses
weight compensation and it can, therefore, move with high dynamics
while, at the same time, offering the best positioning accuracy

AUTOMATED OPTICAL INSPECTION (AOI)

To increase productivity, it is very common to do a meander scan.
While one axis generates a motion with constant speed, the
perpendicular axis moves one step to the next line. Pictures are
taken during the constant speed motion which leads to high
requirements in straightness and flatness of those stages.

The field of optical inspection widens as the requirements in
quality assurance are growing higher and higher. There are different ways of inspecting devices like PCB, electronic components, and medical samples.
The easiest way is to move from point to point, stop, and take
a picture. This requires fast step-and-settle times and a high
stability when on target position. To cover large surfaces will
take a long time.

In many cases an additional Z-stage is used for autofocusing
during the scan. Those Z-stages typically carry the objective
and have to execute a high-bandwidth, very fast short-stroke
motion. Depending on the requirements in stroke, PI offers different solution for the vertical systems.

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Introduction

The sample positioning setup inside the holography endstation uses a variety of PI’s motorized translation and rotary stages, as well as piezo
stages for ultra-fine positioning (Image: M. Osterhoff, Institute for X-Ray Physics, Georg-August-University Göttingen)

BASIC RESEARCH, SCIENTIFIC INSTRUMENTATION
Why scientists rely on PI: Creativity for Research and Development. Many scientific publications cite PI systems because they
are an important prerequisite for successful research and development projects. Customized designs for university research are
everyday business for PI, also for environmental conditions such as UHV to 10–10 hPa, radiation, or strong temperature changes
down to the cryogenic range. The spectrum reaches from completely new designs to small modifications of standard products
for a better adaptation to the application. Important fields of research are, for example, beamline instrumentation, micro systems
and nanotechnology.

Hybrid drive, consisting of
electric motor and piezo actuator,
for optimum positioning accuracy
and minimum path deviation

Compact linear translation
stage that features two
separate moving plates on
one guiding

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Motorized Standard Products Overview

Linear Actuators
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Optional

force control

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Screw or voice coil drive

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Compact

Linear Stages
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Travel

range up to several 100 mm

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Screw

or direct drive

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Mechanical
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Incremental
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Vacuum

or air bearing
or absolute encoders

or clean room compatible

Rotary Stages
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360°

or goniometer stages

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Worm

or direct drive

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Mechanical
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Incremental
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Vacuum

or air bearing
or absolute encoders

or clean room compatible

XY Stages
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Screw

or direct drive

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Mechanical
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or air bearing
or absolute encoders

aperture

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Broad Range of Standard Axes
The PI Group has many years of experience in the development and construction of highly complex motion systems with the highest
precision classes. The experience gained over the years, mainly from customized solutions, has been transferred to the standard
products. As a result, a broad spectrum of standard positioning systems has been established, which offers many options within the
individual series such as variable travel ranges, different motors, or adaptations to different ambient conditions such as a vacuum
and clean-room environments. Today, the use of PI positioning systems is very common in robust industrial environments with
high demands on lifetime and productivity.

Stacked Systems Configured from Standard Products
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Flexible
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Fast to adapt to custom application

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Cost-efficient solution

Integrated System Solutions
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Gantries
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Fast

with industrial motion controllers

multi-channel photonics alignment systems

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Technological Depth for Optimized Products
From Standard to Custom Products

Customization on all levels of integration
PI’s proprietary technological know-how and vertically integrated production are the basis for the successful development of
customized motion systems from scratch. All technologies can be adapted specifically to an application. Examples range from a
PIMag® voice coil drive for integration into an OEM system, to complex multi-axis positioning setups, to fully integrated, turn-key
system solutions.

Individual assembly of a stage

PI produces core components in-house for its precision positioning
systems. This applies to sensors, electronics, and motors as well as
certain milled parts with particularly low tolerances

PI’s own development of guiding technologies allows the design
of individual solutions. Linear guiding technologies such as flexures
for small displacements, air bearings for extreme requirements on
travel accuracy, or magnetic levitation for the highest demands in
up to six degrees of freedom are developed in-house. Leveraging of
long-standing piezo technology at PI Ceramic, PI is able to manufacture ceramic bearings in its own facilities. For many requirements,
mechanical bearings in different precision grades from highly
qualified suppliers are used

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Introduction

Systems From a Single Source
The controller technology of ACS Motion Control ensures that even complex industrial applications can be managed by one single
source. This means that PI can offer ideal solutions from one single source to meet the demands of the most diverse industries,
which all need reliable, durable technology with increasing levels of precision.

Modular multi-axis controllers from ACS for automation control are based on an internal
EtherCAT network. This modular technology allows to control stages needing a bus
voltage from 24 VDC up to 560 VDC and a peak current of 5 A up to 90 A. The ACS control
technologies are designed especially for direct drives such as voice coils and linear motors
in the best possible way enabling fast settling times, high speed stability and low jitter

OEM controllers from PI meet customers’
requirements in every aspect. They are
available for any drive technology and can
be adapted to include special functions
such as force control

Positioning stages with PIMag® linear motor and with PIOne measuring system allow
minimum incremental motion and the highest precision such as for example, the
V-551.xD linear stage. The diagram shows steps from 1 nm and the idle noise of <±0.4 nm.
In the linear motor axes, this precision can be combined with long travel ranges, high
velocities, and accelerations

Compact motion control solutions
permit the control of individual axes
with different drive technologies such
as stepper, DC or linear motors and
piezo-based drives. The modular design
allows a subsequent adaptation of
the network while using one common
control interface

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Technological Depth for Optimized Products
From Standard to Custom Products

In-House Technological Expertise
All decisive technologies required for the drive or motor, the measuring system, the motion controller, and the guiding system,
are available in-house. To serve industrial applications, in-house development and the production capabilities of PIMag® magnetic
drive and PIglide air bearing technologies are essential. PI also has production capabilities for high-end mechanical parts such as
the milling of components with lowest tolerances.

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Commercially available torque motors offer very high torque but only limited
apertures. This customized PIMag® torque motor has a particularly large
aperture and it positions with high dynamics and stability while needing minimal
installation space. It can be integrated as a rotation stage on top of a PI hexapod

PIMag® linear motors with or without iron core
are the result of in-house development. In this
way, specific properties of the stages and axes
can be influenced directly. PI is in a position
to develop customized linear motor and voice
coil solutions not only for standard products
but also for customized OEM solutions, where
special features are needed. In most cases, the
form factor of such a motor will be customized
and adapted to the customers’ needs

PIMag® voice coil drives can be designed with a particularly compact size and
they can be directly integrated into the customers’ application. The PIMag®
technology and dedicated simulation tools allow to optimize the force-to-size
ratio for a required form factor

The highly precise PIOne linear encoder, one
of PI’s own measurement systems, permits a
signal period to 0.5 µm. In the controller, sine/
cosine signals are evaluated which allow for
a very high position measurement accuracy of
down to a fraction of a nanometer

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Introduction

Custom Examples Picture Wall

56 motors, 16 motion controllers, and 20 tons weight make the system for Microscopy and Quality Assurance (MiQA). The unique system
integrates hexapods, rotation stages, goniometers, and a custom sample stage and will be used in a beamline for X-ray microscopy and the
qualification of X-ray optics. Virtually all available PI technologies are combined here in a highly specialized solution providing the best
possible accuracy for this application, resulting in 80 nm at the tool center point over multiple stacked axes

Focusses an objective in space:
Linear stage for the “Mars 2020”
NASA mission

Coordinate measuring machines (CMM) and metrology
tools use a variety of design architectures, including
moving gantries, static gantries, cantilevered XYZ, and
many others. The most common type of CMM is composed of three orthogonal axes (X, Y, and Z) operating in
a three-dimensional coordinate system. Each axis has a
position encoder that indicates the position of that axis.
The machine will read the input from the touch probe,
as directed by the operator or computer program. The
machine then utilizes the X, Y, and Z coordinates of each
of these discrete points to determine size and position
of the part being measured

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Custom Examples Picture Wall

Complete autofocus system
with PIMag® voice coil drive. Not
only the voice coil stage is supplied
by PI but also the alignment tools and an
alignment routine to warrant highest precision
assembly of the payload

The dynamics and precision of voice coil or linear motor stages is
required in vertical direction as well. For an improved position stability
PI offers various solutions for a counter balance system which can be
based on springs, magnetic solutions and pneumatic cylinders. The
picture shows a modified V-528 standard product with PIMag® direct
drive and gravity compensation for vertical applications. The compensation is done by a constant force spring and is adjusted precisely to
the customers payload

Customized parallel-kinematics stage with six degrees of freedom.
The PIMag® linear motors ensure high dynamics and precision as
required in optical alignment or fiber alignment. The solution is
based on 3 XY stages which are driven by linear motors that allow
high dynamics for the precision alignment. The SpaceFAB parallel
kinematic allows a very flat design with long strokes in x and y.
In comparison to a PI Hexapod, the footprint of the SpaceFAB is
relatively large, and the hexapod is better suited for longer vertical
strokes

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Introduction

The PI Group – A Strong Partner
for Industry and Research

The PI headquarters in Karlsruhe, Germany, manifests the continuous growth. In front, the 2017 Technology Center

Over the last four decades, PI (Physik Instrumente) has developed into the leading manufacturer of nanopositioning technology. The key element and motivation of the entrepreneurial
behavior have always remained the same: Finding the best possible solution for the customer.
PI is well known for the quality of its products and has been one of the leading players in the
global market for precision positioning technology for many years. One of the most important
building blocks for this is the team spirit within the international PI family, which is based on
mutual understanding and support that goes beyond international borders and functional
restrictions.
PI is a privately owned company with healthy growth, more than 1000 employees worldwide
and a flexible, vertically integrated organization, which enables PI to fulfill almost any request
in the field of innovative precision positioning technology. The foremost priority for PI is to
be a reliable and highly qualified partner for the customer.

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The PI Group Milestones
A Success Story

Well known for the high quality of its products, PI (Physik Instrumente) has been
one of the leading players in the global
market for precision positioning technology for many years. PI has been developing and manufacturing standard and OEM

products with piezo or motor drives for
more than 40 years. In addition to four
locations in Germany, the PI Group is
represented internationally by fifteen
sales and service subsidiaries. All of our
customers worldwide can rely on this.

Market introduction
of PILine® ultrasonic
piezomotors

Foundation of PI Ceramic
in Thuringia, Germany,
cornerstone for market
leadership in nanopositioning technology
Founding year
of PI

2001

1998

1994

1993

1992

Market introduction of capacitive
position sensors, implementation
in piezo-based nanopositioning
systems

1991

1987

1970

Market introduction
of six-axis parallelkinematic positioning
systems (Hexapods)

Market introduction
of digital
control electronics
New
subsidiary
in the USA

New
subsidiary
in Japan

New subsidiaries
in Great Britain
and France

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New
subsidiary
in Italy

Introduction

Market introduction
of the PICMA®
multilayer piezo
actuators

2015

2016

Market introduction
of the magnetic
PIMag® direct drives

Acquisition of
majority shares
in ACS Motion
Control

2014

Acquisition
of majority shares
in miCos GmbH,
Eschbach, Germany

Introduction
ofair bearings

2011

Market introduction
of the NEXLINE®
high-performance
piezo linear drives

2002

2004

2007

Acquisition
of Nelson
Air Corp., USA

Market introduction
of Q-Motion®
and PiezoMikes

Market introduction
of NEXACT®
piezo linear drives
New
subsidiary
in China

New subsidiaries
in Korea and
Singapore

New subsidiaries
in Taiwan and the
Netherlands

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Expert Consulting

Time for qualified technical consultation is crucial for the success of high-tech projects

The PI Group can respond precisely to what customers want: Specific requirements can often only be satisfied by customized solutions – solutions that can
be found by unconventional and creative thinking. Together with the customers,
PI plans and realizes individual solutions for the most varied applications and
integration levels. And that means that PI’s customers can always be sure that
they will get the best solution every time.
Customers directly benefit from:
Highly Qualified Consultancy Through Trained Specialists
Individual advice often is key to solve a complex problem. PI sales engineers
are ready to come on site with all the time necessary for a solid understanding
of the topic. Or they will gladly meet at the PI head office. All PI sales engineers
have a background in natural sciences or engineering, and have up to 20 years
of experience in optical, micro- or nanopositioning technology.

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International Support
PI subsidiaries and distributors in many
countries across the world guarantee global
support – a decisive advantage, especially
for globally operating customers. PI has its
own sales and service offices in all important
markets. Moreover, the company maintains
testing devices for nanometrology on three
continents. PI Shanghai and PI USA have
additional development and manufacturing
resources that allow rapid local reaction to
custom-engineered specifications.

Introduction

Engineering Design Expertise
and Customization

Core Technologies
n I n-house

manufacturing of piezo
components and piezo actuators

n M
 agnetic

direct drives: linear motors
and voice coils

n A
 ir

bearings, magnetic and flexure
guides

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 omprehensive

range of piezo motor

technologies
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Nanometrology sensors

n P
 arallel-kinematic

systems for
positioning in six axes (Hexapods)

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Motion control technology

n

Software

The development and customized design of
electromagnetic direct drives that are used for
high-resolution motion and positioning tasks
require a scientific approach to the technology.
The images show the analysis of magnetic fields
down to a magnitude of 5 µT that were used to
select the optimum position of the drive components within an application

Unique Technological Breadth
The technological diversity of the PI Group is unrivalled all over the world.
PI develops, manufactures, and qualifies all its core technologies itself. PI is
therefore not dependent on components available on the market. That puts PI
in a position to offer its customers the most advanced products for motion and
positioning tasks – without technological restriction.
Customized Solutions
With this background, PI develops positioning solutions with innovative drive
technologies for high-tech applications worldwide. PI covers the whole motion
range from finger-tip sized nanopositioners to large-scale stages with long
travel ranges, through their plethora of differ-ent drive and guiding systems.

Calculation of the magnetic flux density and
currents for a novel voice coil drive allowing
multiple degrees of freedom

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Production Capabilities

PI’s flexibility in serial production allows for fast adaptation of both processes and quantities

A modern production management and an integrated management
system allow PI to guarantee the high quality of its products, processes,
and services. The continual improvement of organization and processes
is an integral part of the corporate culture. KAIZEN workshops and an
active innovation management are important elements for achieving
this.
The production processes for the standard range are made flexible by
the fractal production structure and it is therefore possible to manufacture even large series with full process control. Active, system-based
requirements management makes it possible to dispense with comprehensive storage facilities.

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13,000 m² of overall production space

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5,000 m² for cleanrooms

n A
 ir-conditioned

n V
 acuum

chambers for startup and residual gas

analysis
n M
 easuring

technology with traceable, calibrated
measuring equipment

n M
 onitoring

of piezo actuator technology from
material composition to final inspection

n I n-house

manufacturing of positioning sensors

Vertical Production Range and Production Capacity

n P
 roduction

The product spectrum ranging from the two-ton hexapod to the 10-gram
nanopositioner requires PI to have the equipment and technologies at
its disposal that allow the systems to be manufactured, assembled, and
qualified.

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and vibration-proof measuring

conditions

hall with measuring technology for
heavy loads
production organization

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Vacuum Know-How

PI offers high-precision solutions for positioning in vacuum conditions to 10–10 hPa.
Positioning solutions in a vacuum follow clearly defined constraints. This applies to
the limited installation space, as well as prevention of contamination and excessive
heat input.
Selection of the optimum drive technology for the respective application and the
mechanical design must be matched exactly to the required load capacity and
velocity as well as the intended operating and planned duty cycles.
The handling regulations for vacuum positioning systems are just as important as
the design principles. Cleanrooms are available for assembling larger parts. Suitable
packaging and the corresponding instructions for the recipient are part of shipping.
Vacuum chambers are available in several sizes with vacuum levels down to 10–10 hPa,
where start-up and measurement of outgassing, but also interferometric measuring of
position accuracy under real operating conditions is possible.

At PI, several vacuum
chambers are available
in various sizes

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From 1-off to Series:
OEM Users Benefit From Maximum Flexibility

PI serves both the research and industrial markets. The complete control over the design and manufacturing process provides our customers with significant competitive advantages. Optimized processes
allow PI to deliver customized products in quantities up to several 100,000 units per year at low cost and
right on time. The range of OEM products offered by the PI Group varies widely, ranging from “bare”
actuators and sensors to highly integrated parallel-kinematic positioning systems. Evaluation of preproduction run samples, test procedures, production processes and quality management are all included
in the development process.
Services
n G
 lobal
n R
 isk

account management: Close proximity to the customer thanks to international presence

assessment from design to delivery

n D
 epending
n C
 opy

on the task: From the drive to the turnkey system

exactly policy

n P
 reparation
n P
 roduction

of internal and external certification

of series of several 10,000 units in the shortest time

n S
 ustainable

spare parts service

n M
 anufacturing

and testing capacities from functional samples to mass production

Standardized performance control with full documentation of individual measurement charts

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Introduction

Global Service and After-Sales

On-site training is key to optimize and maximize the potential of new PI systems

Start-Up, User Training and Life Long Support

Contracted Services

PI is dedicated to supporting its customers right from the initial consultation
through to when a customer has purchased a PI system. Beyond that, PI’s services
division is committed to ensuring that every aspect of owning a PI system is
catered for.

Customers subscribing to Contractual Support Services will receive commitment from
PI to achieving agreed Service Levels. These
include responding to the customer’s first
contact and providing remote technical
support, through to response times for a PI
expert to be on site, either to repair or replace
a defective unit.

Global Coverage
Supported by 4 Global Service Hubs in Asia, China, Europe and USA, with field
product specialists working from these hubs, PI is able to support all technologies and customer applications via this global services team.
PI’s Standard On-Site Services
n S
 et

up and Commissioning – On-site support to un-box, set-up and
commission the PI system

n T
 raining

Program – User training on software and programming,
through to optimization of system performance

n M
 aintenance

Systems Health Check – Preventative maintenance to
prolong the life of the motion device

n S
 upport

– Ongoing remote and on-site support to maximize system
uptime and provide maintenance for the whole life of any system

Extended Warranty
Most customer applications require PI’s
systems to be operational beyond the standard warranty period. Extending the warranty
for additional year(s), is simply extending the
customers peace of mind and PI’s commitment that the product will not fail due to poor
workmanship or faulty materials. Should
a customer’s system then fail due to these
conditions, PI will cover the costs to repair or
replace it.

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Preferred Solutions
for High-Precision Automation Tasks

Application
Examples

Major
Requirements

Translation
Stages

Z-Stages

see p. 28 ff

see p. 126 ff

XY-Stages,
Gantry
Systems

Rotation &
Goniometer
Stages

Linear
­Actuators

see p. 138 ff,
see p. 260 ff

see p. 162 ff

see p. 200 ff

Autofocus

High dynamics
High repeatability
Compact size
High precision

L-505
L-509
L-511
MTS-65
V-522

V-524
V-528

Automated
Optical
Inspection (AOI)

Good precision
High dynamics

L-402
L-412
L-417
L-505

V-412
V-417

Biotechnology /
Life Science
and Microscopy

High dynamics
High repeatability
Good precision

L-402
L-505
L-509
L-511
M-403

M-404
M-413
M-414
MTS-65
V-551

Digital Printing

High dynamics

V-412
V-417
V-508

V-522
V-524
V-528

Electronics
­Manufacturing

High dynamics
Constant velocity
Position stability

L-402
L-412
L-417
V-412
V-417

V-508
V-551

Flatpanel
­Inspection

Best straightness
and flatness
Constant velocity
High repeatability

A-110
A-121
A-123
V-412
V-417

Laser Cutting

High precision
Long stroke
High dynamics

L-412
L-417
L-509
L-511

V-408
V-412
V-417

L-310
UPL-120

A-321
Gantry
L-731
L-738

Laser Marking

Compact size
High precision
High repeatability

HPS-170
M-110
M-122.2DD1
MTS-65
V-408

V-508
V-522
V-524
V-528

L-310
UPL-120

A-311
L-731
L-741
V-731
V-741

Machine
Tooling /
Fast Tooling

High dynamics
Compact size
Constant velocity

A-131

Medical
Industry

High repeatability
Good precision
Best straightness
and flatness

A-131
L-505
M-403
M-404
M-413

M-414
V-508
V-551

L-310
UPL-120

L-731
L-738
L-741

Metrology
and Testing

Best straightness
and flatness
Constant velocity
High dynamics

A-110
A-121
A-123
HPS-170
M-406
M-511
M-521

M-531
V-508
V-522
V-524
V-528
V-551

L-310
UPL-120

L-731
L-738
L-741
V-731
V-738
V-741

Optical
Alignment

High repeatability
High dynamics
Compact size

A-141
L-505
L-509
L-511
M-110
M-122.2DD1
M-511
M-521
M-531

V-900KPIC

L-310
UPL-120

V-731
V-738
V-741
L-731
L-738
L-741

L-611
PRS-200
UPR-100
UPR-120
V-731
V-738
V-741

A-311
A-322
Gantry

L-310
UPL-120

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L-741
V-731
V-738
V-741

L-611
PRS-200
UPR-100
UPR-120
UPR-120 Air

V-900KPIC

UPR-100
UPR-120

L-220
L-239
V-273
V-275
V-277

L-611
PRS-200
UPR-100
UPR-120
L-611
M-116
PRS-200
UPR-100
UPR-120

V-731
V-738
V-741

L-611
PRS-200
UPR-100
UPR-120
UPR-120 Air

V-900KPIC

A-62x
WT-100
L-611
WT-90
PRS-200
WT-120
UPR-100
UPR-120
UPR-120 Air
WT-85

V-273
V-275
V-277

A-62x
L-611
M-060
M-061
M-062
M-116
PRS-200
UPR-100
UPR-120

L-220
L-239
M-227
M-228
M-229
M-230
M-232
M-235
M-238

WT-85
WT-100
WT-90
WT-120

Introduction

Application
Examples

Major
Requirements

Translation
Stages

Z-Stages

see p. 28 ff

see p. 126 ff

Photonics
Probing &
Packaging

Compact size
High repeatability
High dynamics

A-110
A-121
A-123
A-141
L-505
M-403
M-404
M-413
M-414

Precision Micro
Assembly

Most compact
size
Dynamic motion
High duty cycles

A-141
L-402
L-406
L-408
L-505
M-110
M-122.2DD1
M-406

Sample
Inspection

Best straightness
and flatness
Force control

A-110
A-121
A-123
HPS-170
LS-180

M-511
M-521
M-531

Scanning

High repeatability
High dynamics
Constant velocity
Position stability

A-110
A-121
A-123
A-131
A-141
V-408
V-412

V-417
V-508
V-522
V-524
V-528
V-551

Scientific
­Instrumentation

Versatility
Networkable
­solutions
Compact size

HPS-170
L-402
L-406
L-408
L-505
L-509
L-511
LS-180
M-110
M-122.2DD1

M-406
M-511
M-521
M-531
MTS-65
V-408
V-522
V-524
V-528
VT-80

Semiconductor

High dynamics
High precision
Position stability
Constant velocity

HPS-170
LS-180
V-522
V-524
V-528
V-551

M-511
M-521
M-531
V-408
V-522
V-524
V-528
V-551

XY-Stages,
Gantry
Systems

Rotation &
Goniometer
Stages

Linear
­Actuators

see p. 138 ff,
see p. 260 ff

see p. 162 ff

see p. 200 ff

L-306
L-310
M-501
UPL-120

L-731
L-738
L-741
V-731
V-738
V-741

L-611
WT-100
PRS-200 WT-90
WT-85
WT-120

L-310
UPL-120

L-738
V-738

DT-34
DT-80
L-611
M-060
M-061
M-062
M-116
PRS-200

RS-40
UPR-100
UPR-120
UPR-120 Air
WT-85
WT-100
WT-90
WT-120

L-220
L-239
V-273
V-275
V-277
V-900KPIC

L-310
UPL-120

Gantry

A-62x
L-611
PRS-200
UPR-100
UPR-120

UPR-120 Air
WT-85
WT-100
WT-90
WT-120

V-273
V-275
V-277
V-900KPIC

A-311
A-322
V-731
V-738
V-741

A-62x

L-306
L-310
M-501
UPL-120

A-311
A-322
Gantry
L-731
L-738
L-741
V-731
V-738
V-741

A-62x
DT-34
DT-80
L-611
M-060
M-061
M-062
M-116
PRS-200
RS-40

UPR-100
UPR-120
UPR-120 Air

L-220
L-239
M-227
M-228
M-229
M-230
M-232
M-235
M-238

L-306
L-310
M-501
UPL-120

A-311
A-322
Gantry
L-731
L-738
L-741
V-731
V-738
V-741

L-611
PRS-200
UPR-100
UPR-120
UPR-120 Air

L-220
L-239

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Translation Stages

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Translation Stages

Precision Linear Stages ............................................................................................................................................................
L-402 Miniature Linear Stage .........................................................................................	
M-110 / M-111 / M-112 Compact Linear Stage ................................................................	
L-406 Compact Linear Stage ...........................................................................................	
L-408 Compact Linear Stage ...........................................................................................	
V-408 PIMag® Linear Stage .............................................................................................	
VT-80 Linear Stage .........................................................................................................	
M-406 Precision Linear Stage .........................................................................................	
M-403 Precision Translation Stage .................................................................................	
M-404 Precision Translation Stage .................................................................................	
M-413 High-Load Precision Stage ..................................................................................	
M-414 High-Load Precision Stage ..................................................................................	
L-412 High-Load Linear Stage ........................................................................................	
V-412 PIMag® High-Load Linear Stage ...........................................................................	
L-417 High-Load Linear Stage ........................................................................................	
V-417 PIMag® High-Load Linear Stage ...........................................................................	
LS-180 Linear Stage for Heavy Loads .............................................................................	

High-Precision Linear Stages ....................................................................................................................................................

30
30
32
34
36
38
40
42
44
46
48
50
52
56
60
64
68

72

L-505 Compact Linear Stage ...........................................................................................	 72
V-522 / V-524 / V-528 High-Dynamics PIMag® Linear Stage ............................................	 76
V-508 PIMag® Precision Linear Stage .............................................................................	 78
M-122.2DD1 Micro Translation Stage .............................................................................	 80
MTS-65 Miniature Linear Stage ......................................................................................	 82
M-105 / M-106 Microtranslation Stage ...........................................................................	 84
L-509 Precision Linear Stage ..........................................................................................	 86
L-511 High-Precision Linear Stage ..................................................................................	 94
V-551 PIMag® Precision Linear Stage .............................................................................	 102
M-511 / M-521 / M-531 High-Precision Linear Stage .......................................................	 106
HPS-170 High-Precision Linear Stage for Heavy Loads ..................................................	 108

PIglide Linear Air Bearing Stages ............................................................................................................................................. 112
A-141 PIglide MB Miniature Linear Stage with Air Bearings ..........................................	 112
A-121 PIglide AT1 Linear Stage with Air Bearings ..........................................................	 114
A-123 PIglide AT3 Linear Stage with Air Bearings ..........................................................	 116
A-110 PIglide LC Linear Stage with Air Bearings ............................................................	 120
A-131 PIglide VC Voice Coil Linear Stage with Air Bearings ...........................................		 124

Z Stages .................................................................................................................................................................................... 126
L-306 Compact Precision Z Stage ...................................................................................	 126
L-310 Precision Z Stage ..................................................................................................	 128
M-501 Precision Z Stage .................................................................................................	 132
UPL-120 Precision Z Stage .............................................................................................	 134

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L-402 Miniature Linear Stage
With DC or Stepper Motor

n T
 ravel

range 13 mm

n

Unidirectional repeatability to 0.5 µm

n

Velocity to 5 mm/s

n

Load capacity to 1 kg

n

Integrated reference point and limit switch

n

Crossed roller guides, anti-creep

n

Directly mountable XY and XYZ combinations

L-402.10DD, dimensions in mm

Applications

>> Incremental Encoder

n Automation

>> Vacuum-Compatible Versions

n Precision

Micro Assembly

n Scientific

Instrumentation
Technology Glossary ....................... page 290

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L-402.10DD

L-402.10SD

Unit

Tolerance

Travel range

13

13

mm

Integrated sensor

Rotary encoder

–

Design resolution

0.122

2.5 (full step)

µm

Sensor resolution rotary encoder

4096

–

Cts./rev.

Minimum incremental motion

1

0.5

µm

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

1

0.5

µm

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±5

±5

µm

typ.

Pitch

±175

±175

µrad

typ.

Yaw

±125

±125

µrad

typ.

Straightness

±3

±3

µm

typ.

Flatness

±3

±3

µm

typ.

Velocity

5

5

mm/s

max.

Reference and limit switches

Optical

Optical

Drive screw

Leadscrew

Leadscrew

Drive screw pitch

0.5

0.5

mm

Load capacity

10

10

N

max.

Push/pull force

10

10

N

max.

Holding force

10

10

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

5

5

N

max.

Permissible torque in θX, θY, θZ

1

1

N·m

max.

Motor type

DC motor

2-phase stepper motor

Step resolution

–

200

Full steps/rev.

Operating voltage, nominal

24

24

V

nom.

Operating voltage, max.

48

48

V

max.

Operating temperature range

5 to 40

5 to 40

°C

Material

Aluminum, anodized,
stainless steel

Aluminum, anodized,
stainless steel

Mass

0.16

0.15

kg

Cable length

0.135

0.25

m

Connector

HD Sub-D 26 (m)

HD Sub-D 26 (m)

Recommended controllers

C-863 (single axis)

C-663.12 (single axis)

Translation Stages

Motion and positioning

Mechanical properties

Drive properties

Miscellaneous

±10 mm

All cables required for operation with the ordered controller are included in the scope of delivery. The cable length is 3 m.
Motion controllers for >1 axis are available on www.pi.ws. Ask about custom designs!

L-402.10SD, dimensions in mm

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M-110 / M-111 / M-112 Compact Linear Stage
XY(Z) Combinations with a Variety of Drives and Travel Ranges

n

Very compact due to folded drive

n

Stepper motors and closed-loop DC motors

n

Sliding thread and ball screws

n

Noncontact reference and limit switches

n

XY setups can be mounted directly

n

Larger quantities available quickly

M-11x.xxx1, dimensions in mm

Applications

A

B

M-110.1DG1
M-110.2DG1
M-110.12S1
M-110.22S1

60

25

M-111.1DG1
M-111.2DG1
M-111.12S1
M-111.22S1

70

30

M-112.1DG1
M-112.2DG1
M-112.12S1
M-112.22S1

80

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n Automation
n Precision

Micro Assembly

n Scientific

Instrumentation
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M-110.12S1
M-111.12S1
M-112.12S1

M-110.2DG1
M-111.2DG1
M-112.2DG1

M-110.22S1
M-111.22S1
M-112.22S1

Unit

Travel range

5 / 15 / 25

5 / 15 / 25

5 / 15 / 25

5 / 15 / 25

mm

Integrated sensor

Rotary encoder

–

Rotary encoder

–

Tolerance

Motion and
positioning

Sensor resolution

2048

Design resolution (1)

0.0069

0.00029

0.0086

2048
0.00036

µm

Cts./rev.

Min. incremental
motion (1)

0.05

0.02

0.2

0.2

µm

typ.

Backlash

2

2

4

4

µm

typ.

Unidirectional
repeatability

0.25

0.25

0.15

0.15

µm

typ.

Pitch / yaw

±50 / ±150 / ±150

±50 / ±150 / ±150

±50 / ±150 / ±150

±50 / ±150 / ±150

µrad

Velocity

1 / 1.5 / 1.5

1/1/1

1.5 / 2 / 2

1/1/1

mm/s

Drive screw type

Leadscrew

Leadscrew

Ball screw

Ball screw

Drive screw pitch

0.4

0.4

0.5

0.5

Gear ratio

256:9

256:9

256:9

256:9

Step resolution

–

24

–

24

Full steps/
rev.

Load capacity

30 / 30 / 20

30 / 30 / 20

30 / 30 / 20

30 / 30 / 20

N

max.

Push/pull force

10

10

10

10

N

max.

Holding force

10

10

10

10

N

max.

Permissible lateral
force

15 / 10 / 10

15 / 10 / 10

15 / 10 / 10

15 / 10 / 10

N

max.

Motor type

DC gear motor

2-phase
stepper motor

DC gear motor

2-phase
stepper motor

Operating voltage

0 to ±12

–

0 to ±12

–

V

Motor power

0.52 / 1.75 / 1.75

1.5

0.52 / 1.75 / 1.75

1.5

W

Nominal current
per phase

160 / 320 / 320

250

160 / 320 / 320

250

mA

Reference and limit
switches

Hall effect

Hall effect

Hall effect

Hall effect

Operating
temperature range

–20 to 65

–20 to 65

–20 to 65

–20 to 65

Material

Al (black
anodized)

Al (black
anodized)

Al (black
anodized)

Al (black
anodized)

Mass

0.25 / 0.27 / 0.3

0.25 / 0.27 / 0.3

0.25 / 0.27 / 0.3

0.25 / 0.27 / 0.3

kg

Cable length

0.5

0.5

0.5

0.5

m

Connection

HD Sub-D 26 (m)

HD Sub-D 26 (m)

HD Sub-D 26 (m)

HD Sub-D 26 (m)

Recommended
controllers

C-863
C-884

C-663.12

C-863
C-884

C-663.12

max.

Mechanical
properties
mm

Drive properties

Miscellaneous
°C

(1) With recommended controller.
Ask about custom designs!

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Translation Stages

M-110.1DG1
M-111.1DG1
M-112.1DG1

L-406 Compact Linear Stage
For Loads up to 10 kg

n T
 ravel

ranges from 26 mm to 102 mm
(1” to 4”)

n S
 tepper

motor or DC servo motor with
and without gearhead

n D
 irection-sensing
n I ntegrated

reference point switch

optical limit switches

L-406, dimensions in mm

Detail drawing of the L-406 motion platform,
dimensions in mm

L-406.10SD00
L-406.20SD00
L-406.40SD00

A

B

C

D

E

55,5
68,5
93,5

–
100
150

82
82
82

132
158
208

62,5
75,5
75,5

L-406.10DG10
L-406.20DG10
L-406.40DG10

A

B

C

D

E

55,5
68,5
93,5

–
100
150

73,5
73,5
73,5

132
158
208

62,5
75,5
75,5

Applications

>> Incremental Encoder

n Automation

>> Vacuum-Compatible Versions

n Precision

Micro Assembly

n Scientific

Instrumentation
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L-406.10DG10
L-406.20DG10
L-406.40DG10

L-406.10SD00
L-406.20SD00
L-406.40SD00

Linear stage with
DC motor and rotary
encoder

Linear stage with DC
gear motor and rotary
encoder

Linear stage with
stepper motor

Unit

Tolerance
Translation Stages

L-406.10DD10
L-406.20DD10
L-406.40DD10

Motion and positioning
Travel range

26 / 52 / 102

26 / 52 / 102

26 / 52 / 102

Integrated sensor

Rotary encoder

Rotary encoder

–

Sensor resolution rotary
encoder

4096

2048

–

mm
Cts./rev.

Design resolution

0.244

0.0165

5 (full step)

µm

Minimum incremental
motion

0.5

0.2

0.2

µm

typ.

Unidirectional
repeatability

0.5

0.5

0.5

µm

typ.

Bidirectional
repeatability

±5

±5

±5

µm

typ.

Pitch / yaw

±70 / ±90 / ±100

±70 / ±90 / ±100

±70 / ±90 / ±100

µrad

typ.

Straightness / flatness

±2 / ±4 / ±6

±2 / ±4 / ±6

±2 / ±4 / ±6

µm

typ.

mm/s

max.

Max. velocity

20

3

20

Reference and limit
switches

Optical

Optical

Optical

Recirculating ball
bearing

Recirculating ball
bearing

Recirculating ball
bearing

Mechanical properties
Guide type
Drive screw type

Leadscrew

Leadscrew

Leadscrew

Drive screw pitch

1

1

1

Gear ratio

–

2401:81

–

mm

Load capacity

100

100

100

N

max.

Push/pull force

15

100

50

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

50

50

50

N

max.

Holding force

15

100

50

N

max.

Permissible torque
in θ X, θY, θZ

7.5

7.5

7.5

N·m

max.

Drive properties
Motor type

DC motor

DC gear motor

2-phase stepper motor

Step resolution

–

–

200

Full steps/
rev.

Operating voltage,
nominal

24

24

24

V

Operating voltage, max.

48

48

48

5 to 40

5 to 40

5 to 40

nom.
max.

Miscellaneous
Operating temperature
range

°C

Material

Aluminum, steel

Aluminum, steel

Aluminum, steel

Mass

0.8 / 0.9 / 1.0

0.8 / 0.9 / 1.0

0.8 / 0.9 / 1.0

kg

±5 %

Moved mass

0.16

0.16

0.16

kg

±5 %

Connector

HD Sub-D 26 (m)

HD Sub-D 26 (m)

HD Sub-D 26 (m)

Recommended
controllers

C-863 (single axis)
C-884 (up to 6 axes)
C-885 with
C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular controller

C-863 (single axis)
C-884 (up to 6 axes)
C-885 with
C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular controller

C-663.12 (single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

All cables required for operation with the ordered controller are included in the scope of delivery.
The cable length is 3 m. Cable for connecting to other controllers can be ordered as accessory.
Ask about custom designs!

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L-408 Compact Linear Stage
For Loads up to 200 N

n

Travel range 25 mm

n

Stepper motor, DC or DC gear motor

n

Precision sliding-thread spindle

n C
 rossed

roller guides for high load capacity and precision,
anti-creep

n

Integrated optical limit switches

n O
 ptical

reference point switch with direction sensing

L-408.503232 and L-408.504232, dimensions in mm

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L-408.504232

L-408.503232

L-408.501200

Unit

Tolerance

mm

max.

Travel range

25

25

25

Integrated sensor

Rotary encoder

Rotary encoder

–

Sensor resolution

2048

4096

–

Cts./rev.

Design resolution

0.008

0.122

2.5

µm

Minimum incremental
motion

0.1

0.5

0.1

µm

typ.

Unidirectional
repeatability

0.5

0.5

0.5

µm

typ.

Bidirectional
repeatability

±5

±5

±5

µm

typ.

Pitch / yaw

±100

±100

±100

µrad

typ.

Straightness / flatness

±2

±2

±2

µm

typ.

mm/s

max.

µm

typ.

Max. velocity

1.1

10

10

Reference and limit
switches

Hall effect

Hall effect

Hall effect

Reference point switch
repeatability

1

1

1

Crossed roller guide
with anti-creep system

Crossed roller guide
with anti-creep system

Crossed roller guide
with anti-creep system

Translation Stages

Motion and positioning

Mechanical properties
Guide type
Drive screw

Leadscrew

Leadscrew

Leadscrew

Drive screw pitch

0.5

0.5

0.5

Gear ratio

2401:81

–

–

mm

Push/pull force

50

50

40

N

max.

Holding force

50

50

40

N

max.

Load capacity

200

200

200

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

100

100

100

N

max.

Permissible torque in θ X

15

15

15

N·m

max.

Permissible torque
in θY, θZ

10

10

10

N·m

max.

V

nom.
max.

Drive properties
Motor type

DC gear motor

DC motor

2-phase stepper motor

Operating voltage,
nominal

24

24

24

Operating voltage, max.

48

48

48

V

Step resolution

–

–

200

Full steps/
rev.

Operating temperature
range

5 to 40

5 to 40

5 to 40

°C

Material

Aluminum black
anodized, steel

Aluminum black
anodized, steel

Aluminum black
anodized, steel

Miscellaneous

Mass

0.87

0.87

0.98

kg

±5 %

Moved mass

0.155

0.155

0.155

kg

±5 %

Connector

HD Sub-D 26

HD Sub-D 26

HD Sub-D 26

Recommended
controllers

C-863 (single axis)
C-884 (up to 6 axes)
C-885 with
C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular controller

C-863 (single axis)
C-884 (up to 6 axes)
C-885 with
C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular controller

C-663.12 (single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

All cables required for operation with the ordered controller are included in the scope of delivery.
The cable length is 3 m. Cable for connecting to other controllers can be ordered as accessory.
Ask about custom designs!

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V-408 PIMag® Linear Stage
Inexpensive, with Linear Motor

n

Iron core 3-phase linear motor

n C
 rossed

roller bearings for high load
capacity, anti-creep

n

Minimum incremental motion 20 nm

n

Bidirectional repeatability ±0.1 µm

n

Compact design

n

Low price

V-408, dimensions in mm

travel range
A
B
C
D
E
F

Applications

V-408.132020

V-408.232020

25
80
70
n/a
8
4
25

50
105
95
70
12
6
50

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Unit

Travel range

V-408.132020: 25
V-408.232020: 50

mm

Integrated Sensor

Incremental linear encoder

Sensor signal period

80

µm

Sensor resolution

10 (1)

nm

typ.

Min. incremental motion

20

nm

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±0.1

µm

typ.

Pitch / Yaw

±150

µrad

typ.

Straightness / flatness

±4

µm

typ.

Velocity

V-408.132020: 1.2
V-408.232020: 1.5

m/s

max.

Load capacity in Z

80

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

80

N

max.

Permissible torque in θX

2.3

N·m

max.

Permissible torque in θY, θZ

1.3

N·m

max.

Moved mass

V-408.132020: 0.23
V-408.232020: 0.3

kg

Mass without cable

V-408.132020: 0.5
V-408.232020: 0.65

kg

Overall mass

V-408.132020: 0.79
V-408.232020: 0.94

kg

Guide type

Crossed roller guide with anti-creep system

Translation Stages

V-408

Tolerance

Motion and positioning

Mechanical properties

Drive properties
Drive type

PIMag® Linear motor, iron core, 3-phase

Intermediate circuit voltage

48

V DC

max.

Peak force

14

N

typ.

Nominal force

5

N

typ.

Peak current, effective

3.2

A

typ.

Nominal current, effective

1.1

A

typ.

Force constant, effective

4.60

N/A

typ.

Resistance phase-phase

1.23

Ω

typ.

Inductance phase-phase

0.97

mH

typ.

Back EMF phase-phase

2.81

V·s/m

max.

Pole pitch N-N

18

mm

Operating temperature range

10 to 50

°C

Humidity

20 – 90 % rel., not condensing

Material

Aluminum, black anodized

Motor connector

HD Sub-D 26 (m)

Sensor connection

Sub-D 15 (f)

Cable length

2

Recommended controllers

C-891 (single axis)
C-885 with C-891.10C885 (up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

Miscellaneous

m

(1) interpolated
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VT-80 Linear Stage
Basic Version for Universal Use

n

Travel ranges from 25 to 300 mm (1 to 12”)

n

Low profile design

n

Max. velocity to 20 mm/s

n

Load capacity to 5 kg

n

Compact XY combinations

VT-80, DC motor, dimensions in mm

VT-80, dimensions in mm

VT-80, stepper motor, dimensions in mm

Direction of the axes and
torques for linear stages

25 mm
50 mm
75 mm
100 mm
150 mm
200 mm
300 mm

Applications

A (mm)

B (mm)

C (mm)

52.5
65
77.5
90
115
140
190

100
125
150
175
225
275
375

70
95
120
145
195
245
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623092x0

Linear stage with DC motor and
rotary encoder

Linear stage with stepper motor

Unit

Tolerance

Motion and positioning
Travel range

25 / 50 / 75 / 100 / 150 / 200 / 300

25 / 50 / 75 / 100 / 150 / 200 / 300

Integrated sensor

Rotary encoder, incremental

–

mm

Design resolution

0.5

5 (full step)

µm

Sensor resolution

2000

–

Cts./rev.

Minimum incremental motion

0.5

0.2

µm

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

0.8

0.4

µm

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±10

±10

µm

typ.

Pitch

±100 / ±110 / ±120 / ±130 / ±150 /
±170 / ±210

±100 / ±110 / ±120 / ±130 / ±150 /
±170 / ±210

µrad

typ.

Yaw

±150

±150

µrad

typ.

Straightness / flatness

±8 / ±10 / ±11 / ±12 / ±14 / ±20 /
±35

±8 / ±10 / ±11 / ±12 / ±14 / ±20 /
±35

µm

Max. velocity

20

20

mm/s

Guide type

Recirculating ball bearing

Recirculating ball bearing

Drive screw type

Leadscrew

Leadscrew

Drive screw pitch

1

1

mm

Load capacity

50

50

N

max.

Push/pull force

40

40

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

30

30

N

max.

Holding force, power off

40

40

N

max.

Permissible torque Mx in X

2.5

2.5

N·m

max.

Permissible torque My in Y

5

5

N·m

max.

Permissible torque Mz in Z

2.5

2.5

N·m

max.

Motor type

DC motor

2-phase stepper motor

Operating voltage

24

24

V

nom.

Operating voltage

48

48

V

max.

Step resolution

–

200

Full steps/
rev.

Limit switches

2 × mechanical

2 × mechanical

Mechanical properties

Drive properties

Miscellaneous
Operating temperature range

5 to 40

5 to 40

Material

Aluminum, black anodized

Aluminum, black anodized

°C

Mass

0.55 / 0.65 / 0.7 / 0.75 / 0.85 /
0.95 / 1.25

0.55 / 0.65 / 0.7 / 0.75 / 0.85 /
0.95 / 1.25

kg

±5 %

Moved mass

0.13 / 0.14 / 0.14 / 0.15 / 0.15 /
0.15 / 0.15

0.16 / 0.16 / 0.17 / 0.17 / 0.17 /
0.18 / 0.18

kg

±5 %

Connector

HD Sub-D 15 (m)

HD Sub-D 15 (m)

Recommended controllers

C-863 (single axis)
C-884 (up to 6 axes)
C-885 with C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular controller

C-663.12 (single axis)
SMC Hydra (double axis)
C-885 with C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

Connecting cables for motor and sensor are not in the scope of delivery and must be ordered separately.
Ask about custom designs!

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Translation Stages

623091x0

M-406 Precision Linear Stage
High Travel Accuracy and Inexpensive

n

Travel ranges to 150 mm

n

Crossed roller guides, anti-creep

n

DC servo motor drive

n

Direction-sensing reference point switch

M-406, dimensions in mm

M-406.2xx
M-406.4xx
M-406.6xx

Applications
n Metrology

A

L

98,5
123,5
148,5

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M-406.2PD
M-406.4PD
M-406.6PD

Unit

Travel range

50 / 100 / 150

50 / 100 / 150

mm

Integrated sensor

Rotary encoder

Rotary encoder

Sensor resolution

2000

4000

Cts./rev.

Design resolution

0.0085

0.125

µm

Minimum incremental motion

0.1

0.25

µm

Unidirectional repeatability

0.2

0.2

µm

Backlash

2

2

µm

Crosstalk, angular error

±25 / ±50 / ±75

±25 / ±50 / ±75

µrad

Velocity

1

15

mm/s

Drive screw pitch

0.5

0.5

mm

Gear ratio

29.6:1

–

Tolerance

Motion and positioning

max.

Mechanical properties

Load capacity

200

200

N

max.

Push/pull force

50 / 50

50 / 50

N

max.

Lateral force

150

150

N

max.

Motor type

DC gear motor

DC motor with PWM control

Operating voltage

0 to ±12

24

V

Motor power

3

30

W

Reference and limit switches

Hall effect

Hall effect

Drive properties

Miscellaneous
Operating temperature range

–20 to 65

–20 to 65

Material

Aluminum, steel

Aluminum, steel

Mass

2.1 / 2.4 / 2.8

2.1 / 2.4 / 2.8

Connector

Sub-D 15, incl. 3 m cable

Sub-D 15, incl. 3 m cable

Recommended controllers

C-863
C-884

C-863
C-884

°C
kg

Ask about custom designs!

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Translation Stages

M-406.2DG
M-406.4DG
M-406.6DG

M-403 Precision Translation Stage
Inexpensive and Flexible Thanks to Large Number of Drives and Travel Range Variants

n I nexpensive

cost-optimized design for
precise positioning

n

Travel ranges from 25 mm to 200 mm

n

Resolution to 0.018 µm

n

Min. incremental motion to 0.2 µm

n

Preloaded precision leadscrew

n M
 -413

and M-414 versions for higher
load requirements

M-403 and M-404, dimensions in mm

A
B
C
D
E
H

M-403.1xx
M-404.1xx

M-403.2xx
M-404.2xx

M-403.4x
M-404.4xx

M-403.6xx
M-404.6xx

M-403.8xx
M-404.8xx

141
25
20,5
16,5 (±12,5)
10
X

166
37,5
33
29 (±25)
22,5
X

216
62,5
58
54 (±50)
47,5
X

266
87,5
83
79 (±75)
72,5
50

316
112,5
108
104 (±100)
97,5
75

F
G

M-403.xPD

M-403.xDG

114
59,5

119,5
56

Applications

F
G

M-404.xPD

M-403.xDG

114
59,5

128,5
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M-403.2DG
M-403.4DG
M-403.6DG
M-403.8DG

with ActiveDrive

with DC gear motor

Travel range

25 / 50 / 100 / 150 / 200

25 / 50 / 100 / 150 / 200

Integrated sensor

Rotary encoder

Rotary encoder

Unit

Translation Stages

M-403.1PD
M-403.2PD
M-403.4PD
M-403.6PD
M-403.8PD

Tolerance

Motion and positioning
mm

Sensor resolution

4000

2000

Design resolution

0.25

0.018

Cts./rev.
µm

typ.

Minimum incremental motion

0.25

0.2

µm

typ.

Backlash

6

10

µm

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

1

1

µm

typ.

Pitch

200

200

µrad

typ. over
100 mm

Yaw

200

200

µrad

typ. over
100 mm

Velocity

10 (1)

2.5

mm/s

max.

Reference point switch
repeatability

1

1

µm

typ.

Drive screw pitch

1

1

mm

Gear ratio

–

2304:81

Stiffness in motion direction

3.5

3.5

N/µm

±20 %

Load capacity (2)

200

200

N

max.

Push/pull force

50

50

N

max.

Lateral force

100

100

N

max.

Drive type

DC motor, ActiveDrive

DC gear motor

Operating voltage

24

0 to ±12

V

Motor power

26

2.5

W

Operating temperature range

–20 to 65

–20 to 65

°C

Material

Al (black anodized)

Al (black anodized)

Mechanical properties

Drive properties

nominal

Miscellaneous

Mass

1.7 / 1.8 / 2.1 / 2.2 / 2.5

1.7 / 1.8 / 2.1 / 2.2 / 2.5

Connector

Sub-D 15 (m), incl. 3 m cable

Sub-D 15 (m), incl. 3 m cable

Recommended controllers /
drivers

C-863
C-884

C-863
C-884

kg

±5 %

(1) Recommended velocity
(2) Load capacity: Max. possible normal load capacity, centered, vertical load (linear stage horizontal).

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M-404 Precision Translation Stage
Inexpensive and Flexible Thanks to Large Number of Drives and Travel Range Variants

n I nexpensive

cost-optimized design for
precise positioning

n

Travel ranges from 25 mm to 200 mm

n

Resolution to 0.012 µm

n

Min. incremental motion to 0.1 µm

n B
 all

screw for high velocities and number
of cycles

n M
 -413

and M-414 versions for higher load
requirements

M-403 and M-404, dimensions in mm

A
B
C
D
E
H

M-403.1xx
M-404.1xx

M-403.2xx
M-404.2xx

M-403.4x
M-404.4xx

M-403.6xx
M-404.6xx

M-403.8xx
M-404.8xx

141
25
20,5
16,5 (±12,5)
10
X

166
37,5
33
29 (±25)
22,5
X

216
62,5
58
54 (±50)
47,5
X

266
87,5
83
79 (±75)
72,5
50

316
112,5
108
104 (±100)
97,5
75

F
G

M-403.xPD

M-403.xDG

114
59,5

119,5
56

Applications

F
G

M-404.xPD

M-403.xDG

114
59,5

128,5
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M-404.2DG
M-404.4DG
M-404.6DG
M-404.8DG

with ActiveDrive

with DC gear motor

Travel range

25 / 50 / 100 / 150 / 200

25 / 50 / 100 / 150 / 200

Integrated sensor

Rotary encoder

Rotary encoder

Unit

Translation Stages

M-404.1PD
M-404.2PD
M-404.4PD
M-404.6PD
M-404.8PD

Tolerance

Motion and positioning
mm

Sensor resolution

4000

2000

Design resolution

0.25

0.012

Cts./rev.
µm

typ.

Minimum incremental motion

0.25

0.1

µm

typ.

Backlash

0.5

2

µm

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

0.5

1

µm

typ.

Pitch

75

75

µrad

typ. over
100 mm

Yaw

75

75

µrad

typ. over
100 mm

Velocity

50

1.5

mm/s

max.

Reference point switch
repeatability

1

1

µm

typ.

Drive screw pitch

1

1

mm

Gear ratio

–

2704:63

Mechanical properties

Motor resolution

–

–

Stiffness in motion direction

3

3

steps/rev.
N/µm

±20 %

Load capacity (1)

200

200

N

max.

Push/pull force

50

50

N

max.

Lateral force

100

100

N

max.

Drive type

DC motor, ActiveDrive

DC gear motor

Operating voltage

24

0 to ±12

V

Motor power

26

2.5

W

nominal

Operating temperature range

–20 to 65 °C

–20 to 65 °C

Material

Al (black anodized)

Al (black anodized)

Mass

1.8 / 1.9 /2.2 / 2.3 /2.6

1.8 / 1.9 /2.2 / 2.3 /2.6

kg

±5 %

Connector

Sub-D 15 (m), incl. 3 m cable

Sub-D 15 (m), incl. 3 m cable

Recommended controllers /
drivers

C-863
C-884

C-863
C-884

Drive properties

Miscellaneous

(1) Max. possible normal load capacity, centered, vertical load (linear stage horizontal).

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M-413 High-Load Precision Stage
Inexpensive and Flexible Thanks to Large Number of Drives and Travel Range Variants for High Loads

n

Very inexpensive, robust models

n F
 lexible

modular system M-403,
M-404, M-413, M-414

n

Travel ranges from 100 to 300 mm

n

Resolution to 0.018 µm

n

Preloaded precision leadscrew

n

Min. incremental motion 0.2 µm

M-413 and M-414, dimensions in mm

A
B
C
D
E
H

M-413/414.1xx

M-413/414.2xx

M-413/414.3xx

255
65
59,5
54 (±50)
40
X

355
115
109,5
104 (±100)
90
X

455
165
159,5
154 (±150)
140
100

F
G

Applications

M-413/414.xPD

M-413.xDG

M-414.xDG

120
59,5

122
56

133
59,5

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M-413.2DG
M-413.3DG

with ActiveDrive

with DC gear motor

Travel range

100 / 200 / 300

100 / 200 / 300

Integrated sensor

Rotary encoder

Rotary encoder

Unit

Translation Stages

M-413.1PD
M-413.2PD
M-413.3PD

Tolerance

Motion and positioning
mm

Sensor resolution

4000

2000

Design resolution

0.25

0.018

Cts./rev.
µm

typ.

Minimum incremental motion

0.25

0.2

µm

typ.

Backlash

6

10

µm

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

1

1

µm

typ.

Pitch / yaw (1)

300

300

µrad

typ. over
100 mm

Velocity

10 (2)

2.5

mm/s

max.

Reference point switch
repeatability

1

1

µm

typ.

Drive screw pitch

1

1

mm

Gear ratio

–

2304:81

Stiffness in motion direction

3.5

3.5

N/µm

±20 %

Load capacity

500

500

N

max.

Push/pull force

50

50

N

max.

Lateral force

200

200

N

max.

Drive type

DC motor, ActiveDrive

DC gear motor

Operating voltage

24

0 to ±12

V

Motor power

70

3.6

W

Operating temperature range

–20 to 65

–20 to 65

°C

Material

Al (black anodized)

Al (black anodized)

Mass

4.4 / 5.4 / 6.6

4.2 / 5.2 / 6.4

Connector

Sub-D 15 (m), incl. 3 m cable

Sub-D 15 (m), incl. 3 m cable

Recommended controllers /
drivers

C-863
C-884

C-863
C-884

Mechanical properties

Drive properties

nominal

Miscellaneous

kg

±5 %

(1) This value applies to each 100 mm respectively for travel ranges greater than 100 mm.
(2) Recommended velocity

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M-414 High-Load Precision Stage
Inexpensive and Flexible Thanks to Large Number of Drives and Travel Range Variants for High Loads

n

Use of precision components

n F
 lexible

modular system M-403, M-404,
M-413, M-414

n T
 ravel

ranges from 100 mm to 300 mm

n R
 esolution

to 0.023 µm

n B
 all

screw for high velocities and number
of cycles

n M
 in.

incremental motion 0.1 µm

M-413 and M-414, dimensions in mm

A
B
C
D
E
H

M-413/414.1xx

M-413/414.2xx

M-413/414.3xx

255
65
59,5
54 (±50)
40
X

355
115
109,5
104 (±100)
90
X

455
165
159,5
154 (±150)
140
100

F
G

Applications

M-413/414.xPD

M-413.xDG

M-414.xDG

120
59,5

122
56

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M-414.2DG
M-414.3DG

with ActiveDrive

with DC gear motor

Travel range

100 / 200 / 300

100 / 200 / 300

Integrated sensor

Rotary encoder

Rotary encoder

Unit

Translation Stages

M-414.1PD
M-414.2PD
M-414.3PD

Tolerance

Motion and positioning
mm

Sensor resolution

4000

2000

Design resolution

0.5

0.023

Cts./rev.
µm

typ.

Minimum incremental motion

0.5

0.1

µm

typ.

Backlash

0.5

4

µm

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

0.5

1

µm

typ.

Pitch / yaw (1)

100

100

µrad

typ. over
100 mm

Velocity

100

3

mm/s

max.

Reference point switch
repeatability

1

1

µm

typ.

Drive screw pitch

2

2

mm

Gear ratio

–

42.9206

Mechanical properties

Stiffness in motion direction

8

8

N/µm

±20 %

Load capacity

500

500

N

max.

Push/pull force

100

50

N

max.

Lateral force

200

200

N

max.

Drive type

DC motor, ActiveDrive

DC gear motor

Operating voltage

24

0 to ±12

V

Motor power

70

3.6

W

Operating temperature range

–20 to 65

–20 to 65

°C

Material

Al (black anodized)

Al (black anodized)

Drive properties

nominal

Miscellaneous

Mass

4.4 / 5.4 / 6.6

4.2 / 5.2 / 6.4

Connector

Sub-D 15 (m), incl. 3 m cable

Sub-D 15 (m), incl. 3 m cable

Recommended controllers /
drivers

C-863
C-884

C-863
C-884

kg

±5 %

(1) This value applies to each 100 mm respectively for travel ranges greater than 100 mm.

51

MOTION

|

POSITIONING

L-412 High-Load Linear Stage
High Performance and Cost Efficiency, Drive Screw

n

Width 116 mm

n

Travel range to 610 mm

n

Precision ball screw

n I ncremental
n A
 dditional

or absolute rotary encoder options

linear encoder options

n P
 recision

recirculating ball bearings, load capacity to 400 N

n C
 overing

strip on the side for protection against debris

Reference-class linear stage

Options

PI has extended its product portfolio for industrial solutions with a new family
of precision linear ball-screw stages. Various versions are availablewith highperformance synchronous servo motors, heavy-duty recirculating ball bearings,
and precision rotary and linear encoders. An optional holding brake allows use
as a vertical axis. The stage’s internal ball screw can be relubricated externally
thus removing the need to disassemble the stage. This provides a higher reliability and longer lifetime when compared to stages requiring additional effort in
relubrication. It is also possible to integrate such lubrication into a customer‘s
central lubrication system. The protective side seal and the purge air connection
prevent contamination by debris entering the stage.

n

Holding brake (L-412.xxxxxxB)

n V
 arious

rotary and linear encoders,
absolute and incremental

n V
 ersions

with linear encoder with
optional drag chain and connection box
(L-412.xxxxxxE1) or without drag chain
(L-412.xxxxxxE0)

n F
 oldback

kits to reduce overall length
available on request

n C
 ertification

Synchronous servo motor
These motors have high positioning accuracy and overload capacity over a
large rotation speed range. High torque and low inertia ensure high dynamic
operation of the stage. The motor provides an adaptable cable exit, allowing the
user to be flexible with their cable positioning strategies in their machine. The
long lifetime, high performance and robustness of these servo motors produce
excellent results in applications in precision industrial automation.

Applications

Class leading design
When compared to current market offerings, the
new L-412 series of stages provides users with a
higher specification recirculating ball bearing that
offers higher load carrying capacity and dynamic
performance. The standard motor offers a high
resolution resulting in improved motion tracking
errors and refined move and settle performance.

>> Absolute Encoder

n Automated

Optical
Inspection (AOI)

n Electronics

and calibration available

on request

>> Incremental Encoder

n Automation
n Laser

Cutting

Manufacturing
Technology Glossary ....................... page 290

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L-412.05

L-412.09

L-412.13

Unit

Tolerance

Travel range

52

102

204

305

mm

Pitch / yaw

±9

±14

±19

±29

µrad

max.

Straightness / flatness

±1.5

±2.5

±4

±6

µm

max.

Motion

Velocity, unloaded

300

300

300

300

mm/s

max.

Positioning accuracy
(uncalibrated)

±5

±6

±8

±10

µm

max.

Unit

Tolerance

L-412.17

L-412.21

L-412.25

Motion
Active axes

X

X

X

Travel range

407

508

610

mm

Pitch / yaw

±39

±48

±58

µrad

max.

Straightness / flatness

±8

±9

±10

µm

max.

Velocity, unloaded

300

300

300

mm/s

max.

Positioning accuracy
(uncalibrated)

±12

±14

±16

µm

max.

L-412.xxx232
basic option

L-412.xxx244

L-412.xxx054

Unit

Tolerance

Incremental rotary
encoder

Absolute rotary
encoder, single turn

Absolute rotary
encoder, multiturn

Encoder options
Integrated sensor
Sensor signal

A/B quadrature, RS-422

EnDat 2.1

EnDat 2.1

Sensor resolution

20000

8192

8192

Cts./rev.

Design resolution

0.25

0.6

0.6

µm

Minimum incremental
motion

1

2

2

µm

Bidirectional repeatability

±1

±3

±3

µm

max.

Unit

Tolerance

Limit switches

Hall effect, 5 V NPN

Hall effect, 5 V NPN

–

Sensor connection

M23

M23

M23

L-412.xxx212Ex

L-412.xxx211Ex

L-412.xxx025Ex

Integrated sensor

Incremental linear
encoder
Additional rotary
encoder, see basic
option

Incremental linear
encoder
Additional rotary
encoder, see basic
option

Absolute-measuring
linear encoder
Additional rotary
encoder, see basic
option

Sensor signal

A/B quadrature, RS-422

Sin/cos, 1 V peak-peak,
20 µm signal period

EnDat 2.2

Encoder options

Design resolution

0.05

–

0.001

µm

Minimum incremental
motion

300

50

50

nm

typ.

Bidirectional
repeatability

±0.5

±0.5

±0.5

µm

max.

Limit switches

Hall effect, 5 V NPN

Hall effect, 5 V NPN

–

Sensor connection

Sub-D 15 (m)

M17

M17

53

MOTION

|

POSITIONING

Translation Stages

L-412.03

L-412.xxxxxx

L-412.xxxxxxB

Unit

Tolerance

Guide type

Recirculating ball bearing

Recirculating ball bearing

Drive screw type

Ball screw

Ball screw

Holding brake

–

Electromagnetic safety brake

Drive screw pitch

5

5

mm

Push/pull force,
power on

700

700

N

max.

Holding force, power off

–

500

N

typ.

Load capacity in Z

400

400

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

200

200

N

max.

Permissible torque in θX

20

20

N·m

max.

Permissible torque in θY

15

15

N·m

max.

Permissible torque in θZ

20

20

N·m

max.

L-412.xx9

Unit

Tolerance

Mechanical properties

Drive properties
Drive type

Synchronous servo motor

Intermediate circuit
voltage, effective

320

V DC

max.

Peak torque

2.76

N·m

typ.

Nominal torque

0.7

N·m

typ.

Peak current,
effective (RMS)

10.9

A

typ.

Nominal current,
effective (RMS)

2.2

A

typ.

Torque constant,
effective

0.32

N·m/A

typ.

Resistance phase-phase

5.22

Ω

typ.

Inductance phase-phase

9.7

mH

typ.

Back EMF phase-phase

20.4

V/kRPM

max.

Number of pole pairs

3

L-412

Unit

Tolerance

kg

±5 %

±5 %

Miscellaneous
Material

Aluminum, black anodized stainless steel

Overall mass

L-412.03 (52 mm travel range): 6.4
L-412.05 (102 mm travel range): 6.9
L-412.09 (204 mm travel range): 7.9
L-412.13 (305 mm travel range): 8.9
L-412.17 (407 mm travel range): 9.8
L-412.21 (508 mm travel range): 10.8
L-412.25 (610 mm travel range): 11.8

Moved mass

1.4

kg

MTBF

20000

h

Connection

M23 (motor)
M23 (rotary encoder)
optional connection for linear encoder
Fitting for purge air hose with outside diameter 4 mm
Funnel-type grease nipple for spindle lubrication

Limit switch connection

M8 8-pin

Recommended
controllers

ACS modular controller

Connecting cables are not in the scope of delivery and must be ordered separately.
Ask about custom designs!

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L-412, dimensions in mm

TRAVEL

L-417.03xxxx
L-417.05xxxx
L-417.09xxxx
L-417.13xxxx
L-417.17xxxx
L-417.21xxxx
L-417.25xxxx

52 (4”)
102 (4”)
204 (8”)
305 (12”)
407 (16”)
508 (20”)
610 (24”)

A

290
340
445
545
645
745
850

B

147,5
172,5
225
275
325
375
427,5

C

D

100
100, 200
100, 200, 300
100, 200, 300, 400
100, 200, 300, 400, 500
100, 200, 300, 400, 500, 600
100, 200, 300, 400, 500, 600, 700

E

D1
L-412.xxxxxxxx

D2
L-412.xxxxxxxxB

E1
L-412.xxxxxxEO

E2
L-412.xxx211E1

E3
L-412.xxx212E1

114,5
114,5
114,5
114,5
114,5
114,5
114,5

148,5
148,5
148,5
148,5
148,5
148,5
148,5

44
44
44
44
44
44
44

28,5
28,5
28,5
28,5
28,5
28,5
28,5

28
28
28
28
28
28
28

55

MOTION

|

POSITIONING

V-412 PIMag® High-Load Linear Stage
High Performance and Cost Efficiency, Linear Motor

n

Width 116 mm

n

Travel range to 610 mm

n

Nominal force 33 N

n

Incremental or absolute linear encoder

n P
 recision

recirculating ball bearings,
load capacity to 400 N

n C
 overing

strip on the side for protection
against debris

Reference-class linear stage

Class leading design

PI has extended its product portfolio for industrial solutions with a new family
of precision linear motor stages. Various versions are available with high-performance linear motors, heavy-duty recirculating ball bearings, and precision
linear encoders. The protective side seal and the purge air connection prevent
contamination by debris entering the stage.

When compared to current market offerings, the
new V-412 series of stages provides users with a
higher specification recirculating ball bearing that
offers higher load carrying capacity and dynamic
performance. The encoder options offer a high
resolution resulting in improved motion tracking
errors and refined move and settle performance.
For full flexibility the user can select either incremental or absolute types. Absolute types remove
the requirement to home the stage during startup
and provide additional benefits including reduced
collision risks during operation.

PIMag® magnetic direct drive
3-phase magnetic direct drives do not use mechanical components in the drivetrain, they transmit the drive force to the motion platform directly and without
friction. The ironless linear motors reach high velocities and accelerations.
Ironless motors are particularly suitable for positioning tasks with the highest
demands on precision because there is no undesirable interaction with the
permanent magnets. This is in comparison to iron core linear motors which
exhibit ‘cogging’. This allows smooth running even at low velocities and no
vibration at high velocities.

Applications
n Automated

>> Absolute Encoder

Optical
Inspection (AOI)

n

Flatpanel Inspection

n

Digital Printing

n Laser

n

Electronics Manufacturing

n Scanning

>> Linear Encoder
>> PIMag® Magnetic Linear Motors

n Automation

Cutting
Technology Glossary ....................... page 290

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V-412.05

V-412.09

V-412.13

Unit

Tolerance

Travel range

52

102

204

305

mm

Pitch / yaw

±9

±14

±19

±29

µrad

max.

Straightness / flatness

±1.5

±2.5

±4

±6

µm

max.

Motion

Velocity, unloaded

2000

2000

2000

2000

mm/s

max.

Positioning accuracy
(uncalibrated)

±3

±4

±8

±10

µm

typ.

Unit

Tolerance

V-412.17

V-412.21

V-412.25

Motion
Active axes

X

X

X

Travel range

407

508

610

mm

Pitch / yaw

±39

±48

±58

µrad

max.

Straightness / flatness

±8

±9

±10

µm

max.

Velocity, unloaded

2000

2000

2000

mm/s

max.

Positioning accuracy
(uncalibrated)

±12

±14

±15

µm

typ.

Unit

Tolerance

V-412.xxx211Ex

V-412.xxx025Ex

Integrated sensor

Incremental linear encoder

Absolute-measuring linear encoder

Sensor signal

Sin/cos, 1 V peak-peak,
20 µm signal period

EnDat 2.2

Design resolution

0.0003

0.001

µm

Minimum incremental
motion

5

10

nm

typ.

Bidirectional
repeatability

±0.5

±0.5

µm

typ.

Limit switches

Hall effect, 5 V NPN

–

V-412.xxxxxx

V-412.xxxxxxB

Unit

Tolerance

Guide type

Recirculating ball bearing

Recirculating ball bearing

Load capacity in Z

400

400

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

200

200

N

max.

Permissible torque in θX

20

20

N·m

max.

Permissible torque in θY

15

15

N·m

max.

Permissible torque in θZ

20

20

N·m

max.

Encoder options

Mechanical properties

57

MOTION

|

POSITIONING

Translation Stages

V-412.03

V-412.xx6

Unit

Tolerance

V DC

max.

Drive properties
Drive type

Ironless 3-phase linear motor

Intermediate circuit
voltage, effective

300

Peak force

151

N

typ.

Nominal force

33

N

typ.

Peak current,
effective (RMS)

10.6

A

typ.

Nominal current,
effective (RMS)

2.3

A

typ.

Force constant, effective

14.1

N/A

typ.

Motor constant

4

N/√W

typ.

Electrical time constant

0.19

ms

Resistance phase-phase

8.69

Ω

typ.

Inductance phase-phase

1.4

mH

typ.
max.

Back EMF phase-phase

8.1

V·s/m

Pole pitch N-N

30.5

mm

V-412

Unit

Tolerance

kg

±5 %

±5 %

Miscellaneous
Material

Aluminum, black anodized
stainless steel

Overall mass

V-412.03 (52 mm travel range): 5.0
V-412.05 (102 mm travel range): 5.6
V-412.09 (204 mm travel range): 6.7
V-412.13 (305 mm travel range): 7.9
V-412.17 (407 mm travel range): 9.0
V-412.21 (508 mm travel range): 10.2
V-412.25 (610 mm travel range): 11.3

Moved mass

1.7

kg

MTBF

20000

h

Connection

M17 (motor)
M17 (linear encoder)
Fitting for purge air hose with outside diameter 4 mm

Recommended
controllers

C-891 (single axis)
C-885 with C-891.10C885 (up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

Connecting cables are not in the scope of delivery and must be ordered separately.
Ask about custom designs!

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V-412, dimensions in mm

V-412.03xxxx
V-412.05xxxx
V-412.09xxxx
V-412.13xxxx
V-412.17xxxx
V-412.21xxxx
V-412.25xxxx

TRAVEL

A

B

C

52 (2”)
102 (4”)
204 (8”)
305 (12”)
407 (16”)
508 (20”)
610 (24”)

285
335
440
540
640
740
845

142,5
167,5
220
270
320
370
422,5

100
100, 200
100, 200, 300
100, 200, 300, 400
100, 200, 300, 400, 500
100, 200, 300, 400, 500, 600
100, 200, 300, 400, 500, 600, 700

59

MOTION

|

POSITIONING

L-417 High-Load Linear Stage
High Performance and Cost Efficiency, Drive Screw

n

Width 166 mm

n

Travel range to 813 mm

n

Precision ball screw

n I ncremental
n

or absolute rotary encoder options

Additional linear encoder options

n P
 recision

recirculating ball bearings, load capacity to 450 N

n C
 overing

strip on the side for protection against debris

Reference-class linear stage

Options

PI has extended its product portfolio for industrial solutions with a new family
of precision linear ball-screw stages. Various versions are available with highperformance synchronous servo motors, heavy-duty recirculating ball bearings,
and precision rotary and linear encoders. An optional holding brake allows use
as a vertical axis. The stage’s internal ball screw can be relubricated externally
thus removing the need to disassemble the stage. This provides a higher reliability and longer lifetime when compared to stages requiring additional effort in
relubrication. It is also possible to integrate such lubrication into a customer‘s
central lubrication system. The protective side seal and the purge air connection
prevent contamination by debris entering the stage.

n

Holding brake (L-417.xxxxxxB)

n V
 arious

rotary and linear encoders,
absolute and incremental

n V
 ersions

with linear encoder with
optional drag chain and connection box
(L-417.xxxxxxE1) or without drag chain
(L-417.xxxxxxE0)

n F
 oldback

kits to reduce overall length
available on request

n C
 ertification

Synchronous servo motor
These motors have high positioning accuracy and overload capacity over a
large rotation speed range. High torque and low inertia ensure high dynamic
operation of the stage. The motor provides an adaptable cable exit, allowing the
user to be flexible with their cable positioning strategies in their machine. The
long lifetime, high performance and robustness of these servo motors produce
excellent results in applications in precision industrial automation.

Applications
n Automated

Class leading design
When compared to current market offerings, the
new L-417 series of stages provides users with a
higher specification recirculating ball bearing that
offers higher load carrying capacity and dynamic
performance. The standard motor offers a high
resolution resulting in improved motion tracking
errors and refined move and settle performance.

>> Absolute Encoder

Optical Inspection

(AOI)
n

and calibration available

on request

n

Automation

n

Laser Cutting

>> Incremental Encoder

Electronics Manufacturing
Technology Glossary ....................... page 290

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L-417.09

L-417.13

L-417.17

Unit

Tolerance

Travel range

102

204

305

407

mm

Pitch / yaw

±14

±19

±29

±35

µrad

max.

Straightness / flatness

±2.5

±4

±6

±8

µm

max.

Motion

Velocity, unloaded

300

300

300

300

mm/s

max.

Positioning accuracy
(uncalibrated)

±6

±8

±10

±12

µm

max.

Unit

Tolerance

L-417.21

L-417.25

L-417.33

Motion
Active axes

X

X

X

Travel range

508

610

813

mm

Pitch / yaw

±40

±45

±50

µrad

max.

Straightness / flatness

±9

±10

±12

µm

max.

Velocity, unloaded

300

300

250

mm/s

max.

Positioning accuracy
(uncalibrated)

±14

±16

±18

µm

max.

L-417.xxx232
basic option

L-417.xxx244

L-417.xxx054

Unit

Tolerance

Incremental rotary
encoder

Absolute rotary
encoder, single turn

Absolute rotary
encoder, multiturn

Encoder options
Integrated sensor
Sensor signal

A/B quadrature, RS-422

EnDat 2.1

EnDat 2.1

Sensor resolution

20000

8192

8192

Cts./rev.

Design resolution

0.25

0.6

0.6

µm

Minimum incremental
motion

1

2

2

µm

Bidirectional
repeatability

±1

±3

±3

µm

max.

Unit

Tolerance

Limit switches

Hall effect, 5 V NPN

Hall effect, 5 V NPN

–

Sensor connection

M23

M23

M23

L-417.xxx212Ex

L-417.xxx211Ex

L-417.xxx025Ex

Integrated sensor

Incremental linear
encoder
Additional rotary
encoder, see basic
option

Incremental linear
encoder
Additional rotary
encoder, see basic
option

Absolute-measuring
linear encoder
Additional rotary
encoder, see basic
option

Sensor signal

A/B quadrature, RS-422

Sin/cos, 1 V peak-peak,
20 µm signal period

EnDat 2.2

Encoder options

Design resolution

0.05

–

0.001

µm

Minimum incremental
motion

300

50

50

nm

typ.

Bidirectional
repeatability

±0.5

±0.5

±0.5

µm

max.

Limit switches

Hall effect, 5 V NPN

Hall effect, 5 V NPN

–

Sensor connection

Sub-D 15 (m)

M17

M17

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|

POSITIONING

Translation Stages

L-417.05

L-417.xxxxxx

L-417.xxxxxxB

Unit

Tolerance

Guide type

Recirculating ball bearing

Recirculating ball bearing

Drive screw type

Ball screw

Ball screw

Holding brake

–

Electromagnetic safety brake

Drive screw pitch

5

5

mm

Push/pull force,
power on

700

700

N

max.

Holding force, power off

–

500

N

typ.

Load capacity in Z

450

450

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

250

250

N

max.

Permissible torque in θX

40

40

N·m

max.

Permissible torque in θY

30

30

N·m

max.

Permissible torque in θZ

40

40

N·m

max.

L-417.xx9

Unit

Tolerance

Mechanical properties

Drive properties
Drive type

Synchronous servo motor

Intermediate circuit
voltage, effective

320

V DC

max.

Peak torque

2.76

N·m

typ.

Nominal torque

0.7

N·m

typ.

Peak current,
effective (RMS)

10.9

A

typ.

Nominal current,
effective (RMS)

2.2

A

typ.

Torque constant,
effective

0.32

N·m/A

typ.

Resistance phase-phase

5.22

Ω

typ.

Inductance phase-phase

9.7

mH

typ.

Back EMF phase-phase

20.4

V/kRPM

max.

Number of pole pairs

3

L-417

Unit

Tolerance

kg

±5 %

±5 %

Miscellaneous
Material

Aluminum, black anodized
stainless steel

Overall mass

L-417.05 (102 mm travel range): 9.3
L-417.09 (204 mm travel range): 10.8
L-417.13 (305 mm travel range): 12.2
L-417.17 (407 mm travel range): 13.7
L-417.21 (508 mm travel range): 15.1
L-417.25 (610 mm travel range): 16.5
L-417.33 (813 mm travel range): 19.4

Moved mass

2.4

kg

MTBF

20000

h

Connection

M23 (motor)
M23 (rotary encoder)
optional connection for linear encoder
Fitting for purge air hose with outside diameter 4 mm
Funnel-type grease nipple for spindle lubrication

Limit switch connection

M8 8-pin

Recommended
controllers

ACS modular controller

Connecting cables are not in the scope of delivery and must be ordered separately.
Ask about custom designs!

62

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L-417, dimensions in mm

TRAVEL

L-417.05xxxx
L-417.09xxxx
L-417.13xxxx
L-417.17xxxx
L-417.21xxxx
L-417.25xxxx
L-417.33xxxx

102 (4”)
204 (8”)
305 (12”)
407 (16”)
508 (20”)
610 (24”)
813 (32”)

A

356
470
570
670
775
875
1080

B

198
250,5
300,5
350,5
403
453
555,5

C

D

150
150, 350
150, 350
150, 350, 550
150, 350, 550
150, 350, 550, 750
150, 350, 550, 750, 950

E

D1
L-417.xxxxxxxx

D2
L-417.xxxxxxxxB

E1
L-417.xxxxxxEO

E2
L-417.xxx211E1

E3
L-417.xxx212E1

119,5
119,5
119,5
119,5
119,5
119,5
119,5

153,5
153,5
153,5
153,5
153,5
153,5
153,5

44
44
44
44
44
44
44

28,5
28,5
28,5
28,5
28,5
28,5
28,5

28
28
28
28
28
28
28

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POSITIONING

V-417 PIMag® High-Load Linear Stage
High Performance and Cost Efficiency, Linear Motor

n

Width 166 mm

n

Travel range to 813 mm

n

Nominal force 87 N

n

Incremental or absolute linear encoder

n P
 recision

recirculating ball bearings, load
capacity to 450 N

n C
 overing

strip on the side for protection
against debris

Reference-class linear stage

Class leading design

PI has extended its product portfolio for industrial solutions with a new family
of precision linear motor stages. Various versions are available with high-performance linear motors, heavy-duty recirculating ball bearings, and precision
linear encoders. The protective side seal and the purge air connection prevent
contamination by debris entering the stage.

When compared to current market offerings, the
new V-417 series of stages provides users with a
higher specification recirculating ball bearing that
offers higher load carrying capacity and dynamic
performance. The encoder options offer a high
resolution resulting in improved motion tracking
errors and refined move and settle performance.
For full flexibility the user can select either incremental or absolute types. Absolute types remove
the requirement to home the stage during startup
and provide additional benefits including reduced
collision risks during operation.

PIMag® magnetic direct drive
3-phase magnetic direct drives do not use mechanical components in the drivetrain, they transmit the drive force to the motion platform directly and without
friction. The ironless linear motors reach high velocities and accelerations.
Ironless motors are particularly suitable for positioning tasks with the highest
demands on precision because there is no undesirable interaction with the
permanent magnets. This is in comparison to iron core linear motors which
exhibit ‘cogging’. This allows smooth running even at low velocities and no
vibration at high velocities.

Applications

>> Absolute Encoder

n Automated

Optical
Inspection (AOI)

n Digital

Printing

n Electronics

Manufacturing

n Flatpanel

Inspection

n

Automation

n

Laser Cutting

n

Scanning

>> Linear Encoder
>> PIMag® Magnetic Linear Motors

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V-417.09

V-417.13

V-417.17

Unit

Tolerance

Travel range

102

204

305

407

mm

Pitch / yaw

±14

±19

±29

±39

µrad

max.

Straightness / flatness

±2.5

±4

±6

±8

µm

max.

Motion

Velocity, unloaded

2000

2000

2000

2000

mm/s

max.

Positioning accuracy
(uncalibrated)

±4

±8

±10

±12

µm

typ.

Unit

Tolerance

V-417.21

V-417.25

V-417.33

Motion
Active axes

X

X

X

Travel range

508

610

813

mm

Pitch / yaw

±40

±45

±50

µrad

max.

Straightness / flatness

±9

±10

±12

µm

max.

Velocity, unloaded

2000

2000

2000

mm/s

max.

Positioning accuracy
(uncalibrated)

±14

±15

±17

µm

typ.

Unit

Tolerance

V-417.xxx211Ex

V-417.xxx025Ex

Integrated sensor

Incremental linear encoder

Absolute-measuring linear encoder

Sensor signal

Sin/cos, 1 V peak-peak,
20 µm signal period

EnDat 2.2

Design resolution

0.0003

0.001

µm

Minimum
incremental motion

5

10

nm

typ.

Bidirectional
repeatability

±0.5

±0.5

µm

typ.

Limit switches

Hall effect, 5 V NPN

–

V-417.xxxxxx

V-417.xxxxxxB

Unit

Tolerance

Guide type

Recirculating ball bearing

Recirculating ball bearing

Load capacity in Z

450

450

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

250

250

N

max.

Permissible torque in θX

40

40

N·m

max.

Permissible torque in θY

30

30

N·m

max.

Permissible torque in θZ

40

40

N·m

max.

Encoder options

Mechanical properties

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POSITIONING

Translation Stages

V-417.05

V-417.xx6

Unit

Tolerance

Drive properties
Drive type

Ironless 3-phase linear motor

Intermediate circuit
voltage, effective

300

V DC

max.

Peak force

300

N

typ.

Nominal force

87

N

typ.

Peak current,
effective (RMS)

15

A

typ.

Nominal current,
effective (RMS)

4.4

A

typ.

Force constant, effective

19.9

N/A

typ.

Motor constant

8.4

N/√W

typ.

Electrical time constant

0.35

ms

Resistance phase-phase

3.6

Ω

typ.

Inductance phase-phase

1.2

mH

typ.

Back EMF phase-phase

16

V·s/m

max.

Pole pitch N-N

30

mm

V-417

Unit

Tolerance

Miscellaneous
Material

Aluminum, black anodized
stainless steel

Overall mass

V-417.05 (102 mm travel range): 9.3
V-417.09 (204 mm travel range): 11.2
V-417.13 (305 mm travel range): 13.0
V-417.17 (407 mm travel range): 14.8
V-417.21 (508 mm travel range): 16.6
V-417.25 (610 mm travel range): 18.4
V-417.33 (610 mm travel range): 21.1

kg

±5 %

Moved mass

2.8

kg

±5 %

MTBF

20000

h

Connection

M17 (motor)
M17 (linear encoder)
Fitting for purge air hose with outside diameter 4 mm

Recommended
controllers

C-891 (single axis)
C-885 with C-891.10C885 (up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

Connecting cables are not in the scope of delivery and must be ordered separately.
Ask about custom designs!

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Translation Stages
V-417, dimensions in mm

V-417.05XXXX
V-417.09XXXX
V-417.13XXXX
V-417.17XXXX
V-417.21XXXX
V-417.25XXXX
V-417.33XXXX

TRAVEL

A

B

C

102 (4”)
204 (8”)
305 (12”)
407 (16”)
508 (20”)
610 (24”)
813 (32”)

360
465
565
665
770
870
1075

180
232,5
282,5
332,5
385
435
537,5

150
150, 350
150, 350
150, 350, 550
150, 350, 550
150, 350, 550, 750
150, 350, 550, 750, 950

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POSITIONING

LS-180 Linear Stage for Heavy Loads
Robust Design for Industrial Use

n T
 ravel

ranges from 155 mm to 508 mm
(6” to 20”)

n

Max. velocity to 150 mm/s

n

Load capacity to 1000 N

n O
 ptional

linear encoder for direct
position measurement

Reference-class linear stage

Drive types

Recirculating ball bearings for high travel accuracy and load capacity. Precision
ball screw with 5 mm pitch. Stress-relieved aluminum base for highest stability.
Noncontact inductive limit switches.

n

 losed-loop DC servo motor with rotary
C
encoder on the motor shaft

n

 -phase stepper motor for high torque
2
even at low velocities and high resolution

Highly accurate position measuring with incremental linear encoder
Noncontact optical linear encoders measure the actual position directly at the
motion platform with the greatest accuracy so that nonlinearity, mechanical
play or elastic deformation have no influence on position measuring.
Recirculating ball bearings
When carefully assembled, recirculating ball bearings are distinguished by
a beneficial combination of high load capacity, lifetime, maintenance-free
operation, and guiding accuracy. The moving part of the stages is supported
by four preloaded linear ball bearing units which run on two guide rails. Each
bearing unit is made up of two independent rows of circulating ball bearings.

Applications
n Sample

Inspection

n Scanning

Minimum incremental motion
In conjunction with the SMC Hydra controller,
versions with stepper motor and integrated linear
encoder achieve repeatable minimum incremental motion in the range of the sensor resolution.
The same configuration achieves constant low
velocities of a few sensor increments per second.

>> Linear Encoder
n Scientific
n

Instrumentation

Semiconductor
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624091x1

624092x0

624092x1-0001

Unit

Tolerance

Linear stage with
DC motor and
rotary encoder

Linear stage
with DC motor,
linear and rotary
encoder

Linear stage with
stepper motor

Linear stage
with stepper
motor and linear
encoder

Travel range

155 / 205 / 305 /
508

155 / 205 / 305 /
508

155 / 205 / 305 /
508

155 / 205 / 305 /
508

Integrated sensor

Rotary encoder

Linear and
rotary encoder

–

Linear encoder

Sensor signal rotary
encoder

A/B quadrature,
RS-422

A/B quadrature,
RS-422

–

–

Sensor signal linear
encoder

–

A/B quadrature,
RS-422

–

Sin/cos,
1 V peak-peak,
20 µm signal
period

Design resolution

0.25

0.05

25

0.005

Sensor resolution
rotary encoder

20000

20000

–

Sensor resolution linear
encoder

–

0.05

–

–

µm

Minimum incremental
motion

0.5

0.1

0.5

0.1

µm

typ.

Unidirectional
repeatability

0.5

0.1

0.5

0.1

µm

typ.

Bidirectional
repeatability

±2.5

±0.1

±2.5

±0.1

µm

typ.

Pitch

±40 / ±50 / ±60 /
±80

±40 / ±50 / ±60 /
±80

±40 / ±50 / ±60 /
±80

±40 / ±50 / ±60 /
±80

µrad

typ.

Motion and positioning
mm

µm
Counts/
rev.

Yaw

±50

±50

±50

±50

µrad

typ.

Straightness

±2 / ±3 / ±4 / ±6

±2 / ±3 / ±4 / ±6

±2 / ±3 / ±4 / ±6

±2 / ±3 / ±4 / ±6

µm

typ.
typ.

Flatness

±2 / ±3 / ±4 / ±6

±2 / ±3 / ±4 / ±6

±2 / ±3 / ±4 / ±6

±2 / ±3 / ±4 / ±6

µm

Max. velocity

150

150

75

75

mm/s

Recirculating
ball bearing

Recirculating
ball bearing

Recirculating
ball bearing

Recirculating
ball bearing

Mechanical properties
Guide type
Drive screw type

Ball screw

Ball screw

Ball screw

Ball screw

Drive screw pitch

5

5

5

5

Load capacity

1000

1000

1000

1000

N

max.

Push/pull force

800

800

800

800

N

max.

mm

Holding force, power off

20

20

50

50

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

500

500

500

500

N

max.

Permissible torque Mx
in θX

250

250

250

250

N·m

max.

Permissible torque My
in θY

132

132

132

132

N·m

max.

Permissible torque Mz
in θZ

125

125

125

125

N·m

max.

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Translation Stages

624091x0

624091x0

624091x1

624092x0

624092x1-0001

Motor type

DC motor

DC motor

2-phase stepper
motor

2-phase stepper
motor

Operating voltage,
nominal

24

24

48

48

Unit

Tolerance

V

nom.

Drive properties

Operating voltage, max.

48

48

48

48

V

max.

Peak current, effective

3.8

3.8

2

2

A

typ.

Electrical time constant

6

6

Resistance phase-phase

0.62

0.62

2.4

2.4

ms
Ω

typ.

Inductance phase-phase

0.13

0.13

2.87

2.87

mH

typ.

Back EMF phase-phase

0.00349

0.00349

V/kRPM

max.

200

200

Full
steps/
rev.

Step resolution

Limit switches

Inductive

Inductive

Inductive

Inductive

5 to 40

5 to 40

5 to 40

0 to 55

Miscellaneous
Operating temperature
range

°C

Material

Aluminum, steel

Aluminum, steel

Aluminum, steel

Aluminum, steel

Mass

7.8 / 8.4 / 9.4 /
10.6

8.5 / 9.1 / 10.3 /
11.5

8.3 / 8.9 / 9.9 /
11.0

9.0 / 9.6 / 10.8 /
12

kg

±5 %

kg

±5 %

Moved mass

2.2

2.2

2.2

2.2

Connection

Sub-D 25 (m)

Motor:
Sub-D 25 (m)
Sensor:
Sub-D 9 (m)

Sub-D 25 (m)

Motor:
Sub-D 25 (m
Sensor:
Sub-D 9 (m)

Recommended
controllers

C-863
(single axis)
with C-863.AD11
line driver
C-884 (to 6 axes)
with C-863.AD11
line driver
C-885 with
C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
and C-863.AD11
line driver
ACS modular
controller

C-863
(single axis)
with C-863.AD11
line driver
C-884 (to 6 axes)
with C-863.AD11
line driver
C-885 with
C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
and C-863.AD11
line driver
ACS modular
controller

C-663.12
(single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular
controller

C-663.12
(single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular
controller

Ask about custom designs!
Connecting cables for motor and sensor are not in the scope of delivery and must be ordered separately.

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LS-180, dimensions in mm, LS-010: Cable for linear encoder

Travel range/mm

A

B

C

D

155
205
305
508

235
260
310
410

470
520
620
820

3
3
5
5

350
350
450
650

Direction of the axes
and torques for linear stages

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L-505 Compact Linear Stage
With DC or Stepper Motor

n T
 ravel

ranges 13 or 26 mm

n S
 tepper

motor or DC servo motor with
and without gearhead

n V
 elocity
n L
 oad

to 15 mm/s

capacity to 30 N

n I ntegrated

Product overview
Compact linear stage with low-backlash fine-threaded leadscrews and ball
guides. Directly mountable XY combination. Integrated reference point and
limit switches: Hall effect.
The linear stage is available in two design variants:
n

Narrow, long variant with direct fixed drive (flange motor).

n W
 ide,

compact variant with belt drive (folded drivetrain).
These variants are marked by an “F” at the end of the item number.

Drive types
n

DC motor with or without gearhead

n

Stepper motor with or without gearhead

Applications
n Autofocus
n

Biotechnology

n

Automation

reference point and limit switch

Variants with DC motor are equipped with an
incremental linear encoder. This is optional in
the case of stepper motor variants.
Highly accurate position measuring with
incremental linear encoder
Noncontact optical linear encoders measure the
actual position directly at the motion platform
with the greatest accuracy so that nonlinearity,
mechanical play or elastic deformation have no
influence on position measuring.

>> Linear Encoder
n Medical

Industry

n Precision

Micro Assembly
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L-505.014212F
L-505.024212F

Linear stage with DC motor
and linear encoder

Linear stage with DC gear motor
and linear encoder

X

X

Travel range

13 / 26

13 / 26

Integrated sensor

Incremental linear encoder

Incremental linear encoder

Sensor signal linear
encoder

A/B quadrature, RS-422

A/B quadrature, RS-422

Design resolution

0.05

0.05

µm

Sensor resolution linear
encoder

0.05

0.05

µm

Minimum incremental
motion

0.1

0.5

µm

typ.

Unidirectional
repeatability

0.1

0.25

µm

typ.

Bidirectional
repeatability

±0.15

±0.25

µm

typ.

Pitch / yaw

±50 / ±75

±50 / ±75

µrad

typ.

Straightness / flatness

±0.5 / ±1

±0.5 / ±1

µm

typ.

Max. velocity

L-505.xxxxxx: 15
L-505.xxxxxxF: 7.5

1

mm/s

Reference and limit
switches

Hall effect

Hall effect

Reference point switch
repeatability

<4

<4

Guide type

Ball guide

Ball guide

Drive screw type

Leadscrew

Leadscrew

Drive screw pitch

0.5

0.5

mm

Load capacity

30

30

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

30

30

N

max.

Push/pull force

20

20

N

max.

Holding force, power off

20

20

N

typ.

Permissible torque Mx
in θX

L-505.01: 7
L-505.02: 9

L-505.01: 7
L-505.02: 9

N·m

max.

Permissible torque My
in θY

L-505.01: 6
L-505.02: 8

L-505.01: 6
L-505.02: 8

N·m

max.

Permissible torque Mz
in θZ

L-505.01: 6
L-505.02: 8

L-505.01: 6
L-505.02: 8

N·m

max.

Motor type

DC motor

DC gear motor

Operating voltage,
nominal

24

12

V

nom.

Operating voltage, max.

48

24

V

max.

Operating temperature
range

5 to 40

5 to 40

°C

Material

anodized aluminum, stainless steel

anodized aluminum, stainless steel

Mass

0.4

0.4

kg

±5 %

Moved mass

0.07

0.07

kg

±5 %

Connection

HD Sub-D 26 (m)

HD Sub-D 26 (m)

Recommended
controllers

C-863 (single axis)
C-884 (up to 6 axes)
C-885 with C-863.20C885 (to 40 axes)
ACS modular controller

C-863 (single axis)
C-884 (up to 6 axes)
C-885 with C-863.20C885 (to 40 axes)
ACS modular controller

Active axes

Unit

Tolerance
Translation Stages

L-505.013212
L-505.013212F
L-505.023212
L-505.023212F

L-505 with DC motor

Motion and positioning
mm

µm

typ.

Mechanical properties

Drive properties

Miscellaneous

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L-505.011200
L-505.011200F
L-505.021200
L-505.021200F

L-505.011212
L-505.011212F
L-505.021212
L-505.021212F

L-505.01A200F
L-505.02A200F

L-505.01A212F
L-505.02A212F

Linear stage with
stepper motor

Linear stage
with stepper
motor and linear
encoder

Linear stage with
stepper motor
and gearhead

Linear stage with
stepper motor,
gearhead and
linear encoder

X

X

Travel range

13 / 26

13 / 26

13 / 26

13 / 26

Integrated sensor

–

Incremental
linear encoder

–

Incremental
linear encoder

Sensor signal linear
encoder

–

A/B quadrature,
RS-422

–

A/B quadrature,
RS-422

Design resolution

2.5 (full step)

0.005

0.732 (full step)

0.005

µm

Sensor resolution
linear encoder

–

0.005

–

0.005

µm

Minimum incremental
motion

0.1

0.05

0.2

0.05

µm

typ.

Unidirectional
repeatability

0.3

0.1

0.3

0.1

µm

typ.

Bidirectional
repeatability

±2.5

±0.15

±2.5

±0.15

µm

typ.

L-505 with stepper
motor

Active axes

Unit

Tolerance

Motion and positioning
mm

Pitch / yaw

±50 / ±75

±50 / ±75

±50 / ±75

±50 / ±75

µrad

typ.

Straightness / flatness

±0.5 / ±1

±0.5 / ±1

±0.5 / ±1

±0.5 / ±1

µm

typ.

Max. velocity

L-505.xxxxxx: 10
L-505.xxxxxxF: 7.5

L-505.xxxxxx: 10
L-505.xxxxxxF: 7.5

0.75

0.75

mm/s

Reference and limit
switches

Hall effect

Hall effect

Hall effect

Hall effect

Reference point switch
repeatability

<4

<4

<4

<4

µm

typ.

Mechanical properties
Guide type

Ball guide

Ball guide

Ball guide

Ball guide

Drive screw type

Leadscrew

Leadscrew

Leadscrew

Leadscrew

Drive screw pitch

0.5

0.5

0.5

0.5

Load capacity

30

30

30

30

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

30

30

30

30

N

max.

mm

Push/pull force

20

20

20

20

N

max.

Holding force, power off

20

20

20

20

N

typ.

Permissible torque Mx
in θX

L-505.01: 7
L-505.02: 9

L-505.01: 7
L-505.02: 9

L-505.01: 7
L-505.02: 9

L-505.01: 7
L-505.02: 9

N·m

max.

Permissible torque My
in θY

L-505.01: 6
L-505.02: 8

L-505.01: 6
L-505.02: 8

L-505.01: 6
L-505.02: 8

L-505.01: 6
L-505.02: 8

N·m

max.

Permissible torque Mz
in θZ

L-505.01: 6
L-505.02: 8

L-505.01: 6
L-505.02: 8

L-505.01: 6
L-505.02: 8

L-505.01: 6
L-505.02: 8

N·m

max.

Motor type

2-phase stepper
motor

2-phase stepper
motor

2-phase stepper
motor with gearhead

2-phase stepper
motor with gearhead

Operating voltage,
nominal

24

24

24

24

V

nom.
max.

Drive properties

Operating voltage, max.

48

48

48

48

V

Step resolution

200

200

24

24

Full
steps/
rev.

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L-505.011212
L-505.011212F
L-505.021212
L-505.021212F

L-505.01A200F
L-505.02A200F

L-505.01A212F
L-505.02A212F

Unit

Operating temperature
range

5 to 40

5 to 40

5 to 40

5 to 40

°C

Material

anodized
aluminum,
stainless steel

anodized
aluminum,
stainless steel

anodized
aluminum,
stainless steel

anodized
aluminum,
stainless steel

Tolerance
Translation Stages

L-505.011200
L-505.011200F
L-505.021200
L-505.021200F

L-505 with stepper motor

Miscellaneous

Mass

0.4

0.4

0.4

0.4

kg

±5 %

Moved mass

0.07

0.07

0.07

0.07

kg

±5 %

Connection

HD Sub-D 26 (m)

HD Sub-D 26 (m)

HD Sub-D 26 (m)

HD Sub-D 26 (m)

Recommended
controllers

C-663.12
(single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular
controller

C-663.12
(single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular
controller

C-663.12
(single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular
controller

C-663.12
(single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular
controller

All cables required for operation with the ordered controller are included in the scope of delivery.
The cable length is 3 m. Cable for connecting to other controllers can be ordered as accessory.
Custom designs or different specifications on request.

L-505 with direct fixed drive,
dimensions in mm

L-505.xxxxxxF with belt drive,
dimensions in mm

Travel range

A

B

13 mm
26 mm

40.5
47

75
88

Travel range

A

B

13 mm
26 mm

28.5
35

136
149

L-505 motion platform,
dimensions in mm

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POSITIONING

V-522 / V-524 / V-528
High-Dynamics PIMag® Linear Stage
Voice Coil-Direct Drive with Direct Position Measurement

n

Fast scanning and positioning

n

Travel ranges 5 mm, 10 mm, 20 mm

n

Scanning frequencies of more than 10 Hz

n

Max. velocity 250 mm/s

n C
 rossed

roller bearings for the highest
precision, anti-creep

V-52x, dimensions in mm

The V-522 reliably performs 20-nm repeatable steps

V-522.1AA
V-522.1AB
V-524.1AA
V-524.1AB
V-528.1AA
V-528.1AB

Applications
n Photonics

n Digital

n Scanning

Printing

Marking

n Metrology

B

C

D

E

F

G

80
80
90
90
120
120

65
65
75
75
95
95

70
70
80
80
110
110

70
70
70
70
100
100

–
–
–
–
75
75

–
15
–
15
–
20

–
23
–
25,5
–
39,5

>> Linear Encoder

n Autofocus

n Laser

A

/ Testing

n Scientific

>> PIMag® Voice Coil

Instrumentation

n Semiconductor

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V-524.1AA
V-524.1AB

V-528.1AA
V-528.1AB

Unit

mm

Tolerance

Motion and positioning
Active axes

X

Travel range

5

10

20

Integrated Sensor

Optical, incremental

Optical, incremental

Optical, incremental

Sensor resolution

10

10

10

nm

Min. incremental motion

20

20

20

nm

Unidirectional
repeatability

20

20

20

nm

Bidirectional repeatability

±120

±120

±120

nm

Reference point
switch repeatability

<1

<1

<1

µm

typ.

typ.

Pitch

±50

±50

±50

µrad

max.

Yaw

±50

±50

±50

µrad

max.

Straightness

0.5

0.5

0.5

µm

max.

Flatness

0.5

0.5

0.5

µm

max.

Velocity

250

250

250

mm/s

max.
max.

Mechanical properties
Load capacity in Z

100

100

100

N

Moved mass

131

137

150

g

Overall mass

460

500

580

g

Drive properties
Drive type

voice coil

voice coil

voice coil

Nominal force

4

3.8

2.9

N

nominal

Nominal current

1.3

1.3

1.3

A

nominal

Peak current

3

3

3

A

max. (3s)

Force constant

3.4

2.9

2.3

N/A

typ.

Motor constant

1.3

1.1

0.85

N/(√W)

typ.

Coil resistance

7.2

7.2

7.2

Ω

typ.
typ.

Coil inductance

1.7

1.7

1.7

mH

Time constant

0.32

0.32

0.32

ms

Aluminum,
black anodized

Aluminum,
black anodized

Aluminum,
black anodized

Miscellaneous
Housing material
Cable length

2

2

2

Cable exit

V-52x.1AA:
cable exit in X
V-52x.1AB:
cable exit in Y

V-52x.1AA:
cable exit in X
V-52x.1AB:
cable exit in Y

V-52x.1AA:
cable exit in X
V-52x.1AB:
cable exit in Y

Voltage / sensor
connection

Sub-D 15 (m)

Sub-D 15 (m)

Sub-D 15 (m)

m

Lifetime

20000

20000

20000

km

Operating temperature
range

18 to 45

18 to 45

18 to 45

°C

Relative humidity
during operation

20 to 80

20 to 80

20 to 80

%

Recommended
controllers

C-413 (single axis)
ACS modular controller

C-413 (single axis)
ACS modular controller

C-413 (single axis)
ACS modular controller

±10 mm

Ask about custom designs!

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Translation Stages

V-522.1AA
V-522.1AB

V-508 PIMag® Precision Linear Stage
Versatile options for adapting to requirements

n

Travel ranges 80, 170, and 250 mm

n

Ironless or iron core linear motor

n I ncremental

or absolute linear encoder,
various resolutions

n

Compact cross section: 80 mm × 25 mm

n C
 rossed

roller bearings for high load
capacity, anti-creep

V-508, dimensions in mm

Applications
n Digital

Printing

Travel

80
V-508.3xxxxx

170
V-508.6xxxxx

250
V-508.9xxxxx

A
B
C
D
E
F

145
25
25
2
100
25

235
25
25
4
100 / 200
37,5

315
12.5
–
5
100 / 200
50

>> Absolute Encoder
n Medical

Industry

n

Electronics Manufacturing

n Metrology

n

Laser Marking

n Scanning

/ Testing

>> Linear Encoder
>> PIMag® Magnetic Linear Motors

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V-508.2

V-508.6

V-508.9

Unit

Tolerance

Active axes

X

X

X

Travel range

80

170

250

mm

Pitch / yaw

±100

±200

±300

µrad

max.

Straightness / flatness

±4

±10

±20

µm

max.

Velocity, unloaded

1

1

1

m/s

max.

Acceleration, unloaded

5

5

5

m/s²

max.
max.

Translation Stages

Motion and positioning

Mechanical properties
Load capacity in Z

100

100

100

N

Moved mass

0.35

0.55

0.8

kg
kg

Overall mass

1.1

1.6

2.1

Guide type

Crossed roller guide
with anti-creep system

Crossed roller guide
with anti-creep system

Crossed roller guide
with anti-creep system

V-508.x3

V-508.x5

V-508.xB

Integrated sensor

Incremental linear
encoder

PIOne incremental
linear encoder

Absolute encoder

Sensor signal

Sin/cos, 1 V peak-peak,
80 µm signal period

Sin/cos, 1 V peak-peak,
2 µm signal period

BiSS-C

Sensor resolution

10 (1)

0.2 (1)

78

nm

typ.

Minimum incremental
motion

20

0.5

160

nm

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±0.1

±0.05

±0.15

Unit

Tolerance

Encoder options

V-508.xx1

V-508.xx2

typ.

Unit

Tolerance

Drive properties
Drive type

Linear motor, ironless, 3-phase

Linear motor, iron core, 3-phase

Intermediate circuit
voltage, effective

48

48

V DC

Peak force

12

14

N

typ.

Nominal force

3

4

N

typ.

Peak current, effective

3.2

3.2

A

typ.

Nominal current,
effective

0.7

1.1

A

typ.

Force constant, effective

4.28

4.81

N/A

typ.

Resistance phase-phase

2.96

1.23

Ω

typ.

Inductance phase-phase

0.63

0.97

mH

typ.

Back EMF phase-phase

5.36

3.02

V·s/m

max.

Pole pitch N-N

20

18

mm

V-508
Miscellaneous
Operating temperature
range

10 °C to 50 °C

Humidity

20 – 90 % rel., not condensing

Material

Aluminum, black anodized

Motor connector

HD Sub-D 26 (m)

Sensor connection

Sub-D 15 (f)

Cable length

2m

Recommended
controllers

C-891 (single axis)
C-885 with C-891.10C885 (up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

(1) interpolated
Ask about custom designs!

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M-122.2DD1 Micro Translation Stage
Compact Linear Stage with Direct Position Measuring

n

Travel range 25 mm

n I ntegrated

linear encoder option for
highest accuracy with 0.1 µm resolution

n

Min. incremental motion 0.2 µm

n

Max. velocity 20 mm/s

n B
 all

screw for high velocities and number
of cycles

M-122.2DD1, dimensions in mm

Applications

>> Linear Encoder

n Automation

n Precision

Micro Assembly

n Laser

n Scientific

Instrumentation

Marking

n Optical

Alignment
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Unit

Travel range

25

mm

Integrated sensor

Linear encoder

Sensor resolution

0.1

µm

Design resolution

0.1

µm

typ.

Minimum incremental motion

0.2

µm

typ.

Backlash

0.2

µm

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

0.15

µm

typ.

Pitch

±150

µrad

typ.

Yaw

±150

µrad

typ.

Velocity

20

mm/s

max.

Reference point switch repeatability

1

µm

typ.

Translation Stages

M-122.2DD1

Tolerance

Motion and positioning

Mechanical properties
Drive screw

Ball screw

Stiffness in motion direction

0.25

N/µm

Load capacity

50

N

max.

Push/pull force

20

N

max.

Lateral force

25

N

max.

Drive properties
Motor type

DC motor

Operating voltage

0 to ±12

V DC

Motor power

2.25

W

Drive screw pitch

0.5

mm

Reference and limit switches

Hall effect

Miscellaneous
Cable length

0.5

m

Operating temperature range

10 to 50

°C

Material

Aluminum, steel

Mass

0.22

Recommended controllers

C-863
C-884

kg

XYZ setup consisting of three
M-122.2DD1 microtranslation stages.

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MTS-65 Miniature Linear Stage
Robust Design for Industrial Use

n

Travel ranges to 52 mm (2”)

n

Repeatability to 0.1 µm

n

Load capacity to 2 kg

MTS-65, dimensions in mm

Travel range/mm

13

26

52

A / mm
B / mm
C / mm

38.5
62
99.5

45
75
112.5

62
105
147.5

Applications
n Autofocus

n Laser

n Biotechnology

n

Marking

Scientific Instrumentation

n Automation

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621792x03

Tolerance

X

Translation Stages

Active axes

Unit

Motion and positioning
Travel range

13 / 26 / 52

mm

Design resolution

5 (full step)

µm

Minimum incremental motion

0.1

µm

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

0.2

µm

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±5.0

µm

typ.

Straightness

±1.0 / ±2.0 / ±3.0

µm

typ.

Flatness

±1.0 / ±2.0 / ±3.0

µm

typ.

Pitch

±40 / ±60 / ±80

µrad

typ.

Yaw

±40

µrad

typ.

Max. velocity

8

mm/s

max.

Mechanical properties
Drive screw type

Ball screw

Drive screw pitch

1

mm

Load capacity

10

N

max.

Push/pull force

3

N

max.

Holding force, power off

3

N

typ.

Permissible lateral force

10

N

max.

Permissible torque Mx in X

0.4

N·m

max.

Permissible torque My in Y

0.6

N·m

max.

Permissible torque Mz in Z

0.4

N·m

max.

Drive properties
Motor type

2-phase stepper motor

Operating voltage, nominal

24

V

nom.

Operating voltage, max.

48

V

max.

Step resolution

200

Full steps/
rev.

Limit switches

Optical

Miscellaneous
Operating temperature range

5 to 40

Material

Aluminum, black anodized

°C

Mass

0.4 / 0.6 / 0.8

Connector

HD Sub-D 15 (m)

Recommended controllers

C-663.12 (single axis)
SMC Hydra (double axis)
C-885 with C-663.12C885 (up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

kg

±5 %

Connecting cables for motor and sensor are not in the scope of delivery and must be ordered separately.
Ask about custom designs!

Direction of the axes
and torques for linear stages

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M-105 / M-106 Microtranslation Stage
Precision Crossed Roller Guides, PiezoMike Option, XY(Z) Combinations

n

Travel range to 18 mm

n

All-stainless-steel construction

n

XY and XYZ combinations

n

Resolution to 0.1 µm

n O
 ptional
n

PiezoMike with 10 nm resolution

Optional motor drives

The M-105 and M-106 linear stages are available
in X, XY, and XYZ configurations, and allow travel
ranges of up to 18 mm. They have crossed roller
bearings that allow a guiding accuracy of better
than 2 µm. The carriage is preloaded against the
precision micrometer screw with springs to suppress backlash. With the XYZ version, the Z axis
is mounted with an adapter bracket so that the
load acts in the direction of the spring preload.

M-105.10, dimensions in mm

M-105.1P, dimensions in mm

Applications
n Manual

sample manipulation

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M-105.1P*

M-106.10*

Unit

Travel range

18

18

5

mm

Piezo fine travel range

–

30

–

µm

Min. incremental
motion (piezo drive)

–

0.01

–

µm

Minimum incremental
motion (micrometer
screw)**

1

1

0.1

µm

Backlash

2

2

2

µm

Straightness

2

2

2

µm

Tolerance

Flatness

2

2

2

µm

Load capacity

100

100

100

N

max.

Push/pull force

20 / 4

20 / 4

20 / 4

N

max.

N

max.

Lateral force

25

25

25

Drive

M-626.00

P-854.00

M-653.00

Drive screw pitch
(coarse / fine)

0.5 / –

0.5 / –

0.4 / 0.02

mm/rev.
kg

Mass

0.32

0.38

0.33

Housing material

St

St

St

Recommended piezo
driver

–

E-610, E-500 system

–

* Versions M-105.2x, M-106.2x and M-105.3x, M-106.x0 are combinations of basic .1x. versions
** Motorized versions achieve up to 50 nm.

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Translation Stages

M-105.10*

L-509 Precision Linear Stage
Compact Design, for Loads to 10 kg

n T
 ravel

Applications
n Autofocus

ranges from 26 to 102 mm (1” to 4”)

n

Repeatability to 0.1 µm

n

Optional with Direct-Measuring Linear Encoder

n

ActiveDrive DC, DC, BLDC, and DC gear motors

n

Stepper motors

n

Direction-sensing reference point switch

>> ActiveDrive
n Laser

>> Linear Encoder

Cutting

n

Biotechnology

n

Optical Alignment

n

Automation

n

Scientific Instrumentation

>> Vacuum-Compatible Versions

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L-509.xxADxx

L-509.xxSD00 / L-509.xASD00

Unit

Tolerance
Translation Stages

Stages with stepper
motor and ActiveDrive
DC motor
Motion
Active axes

X

X

Travel range

L-509.1xADxx: 26
L-509.2xADxx: 52
L-509.4xADxx: 102

L-509.1xSDxx: 26
L-509.2xSDxx: 52
L-509.4xSDxx: 102

mm

Pitch / yaw

L-509.1xADxx: ±60
L-509.2xADxx: ±90
L-509.4xADxx: ±120

L-509.1xSDxx: ±60
L-509.2xSDxx: ±90
L-509.4xSDxx: ±120

µrad

typ.

Straightness / flatness

L-509.1xADxx: 2
L-509.2xADxx: 4
L-509.4xADxx: 8

L-509.1xSDxx: 2
L-509.2xSDxx: 4
L-509.4xSDxx: 8

µm

typ.

Velocity

50

20

mm/s

max.

Unit

Tolerance

L-509.xxADxx

L-509.xxSD00

L-509.xASD00

Integrated sensor

L-509.xxAD10:
Incremental rotary
encoder
L-509.xxAD00:
Incremental linear
encoder

–

Incremental linear
encoder

Sensor signal

A/B quadrature, TTL

–

Sin/cos, 1 V peak-peak,
20 µm signal period

Design resolution

L-509.xxAD10: 0.061
L-509.xxAD00: 0.05

5.0

0.005

µm

Sensor resolution
rotary encoder

L-509.xxAD10: 16384

–

–

Cts./rev.

Sensor resolution
linear encoder

L-509.xxAD00: 0.05

–

0.005

µm

Resolution stepper
motor

–

200

200

Full
steps/
rev.

Minimum incremental
motion

L-509.xxAD10: 0.8
L-509.xxAD00: 0.2

0.1

0.02

µm

typ.

Unidirectional
repeatability

L-509.xxAD10: 0.2
L-509.xxAD00: 0.1

0.3

0.1

µm

typ.

Bidirectional
repeatability

L-509.xxAD10: ±0.5
L-509.14AD00: ±0.3
L-509.24AD00: ±0.2
L-509.44AD00: ±0.2

±1

±0.2

µm

typ.

Reference and limit
switches

Optical

Optical

Optical

Unit

Tolerance

Positioning

L-509.xxADxx / L-509.xxSD00 / L-509.xASD00
Mechanical properties
Drive screw type

Crossed roller guide with anti-creep system

Drive screw pitch

1

Guide type

Recirculating ball bearings

Holding force, power off

L-509.xxADxx: 20
L-509.xxSD00 / L-509.xASD00: 60

N

typ.

Push/pull force Fx,
power on

60

N

max.

mm

Permissible lateral force

50

N

max.

Load capacity

100

N

max.

Permissible torque Mx
in θX

30

N·m

max.

Permissible torque My
in θY

25

N·m

max.

Permissible torque Mz
in θZ

20

N·m

max.
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Stages with stepper
motor and ActiveDrive
DC motor

L-509.xxADxx

L-509.xxSD00 / L-509.xASD00

Unit

Tolerance

Drive properties
Motor type

ActiveDrive DC motor (PWM)

Stepper motor, 2-phase

Operating voltage,
nominal

24

24

V

nom.

Operating voltage, max.

24

48

V

max.

Tolerance

L-509.xxADxx

L-509.xxSD00

L-509.xASD00

Unit

5 to 40

5 to 40

5 to 40

°C

Miscellaneous
Operating temperature
range
Material

Aluminum, steel

Aluminum, steel

Aluminum, steel

Mass

L-509.10AD10: 1.4
L-509.20AD10: 1.5
L-509.40AD10: 1.7
L-509.14AD00: 1.4
L-509.24AD00: 1.6
L-509.44AD00: 1.8

L-509.10SD00: 1.4
L-509.20SD00: 1.5
L-509.40SD00: 1.7

L-509.1ASD00: 1.5
L-509.2ASD00: 1.6
L-509.4ASD00: 1.8

kg

±5 %

Moved mass, unloaded

L-509.x0AD10: 0.22
L-509.14AD00: 0.24
L-509.24AD00: 0.24
L-509.44AD00: 0.25

0.22

L-509.1ASD00: 0.24
L-509.2ASD00: 0.24
L-509.4ASD00: 0.25

kg

±5 %

Connection

1 × Sub-D 15 (m)
(motor/sensor)

1 × HD Sub-D 26 (m)
(motor)

1 × HD Sub-D 26 (m)
(motor)
1 × Sub-D 9 (m) (sensor)

Recommended
controllers / drivers

C-863 (single axis)
C-884 (up to 6 axes)
C-885 with
C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular controller

C-663.12 (single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

C-663.12 (single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

Stages with DC motor
and BLDC motor

L-509.xxDG10

L-509.xx3111 /
L-509.xx3132

L-509.xx5132

Unit

Tolerance

Motion
Active axes

X

X

X

Travel range

L-509.10DG10: 26
L-509.20DG10: 52
L-509.40DG10: 102

L-509.023xxx: 26
L-509.033xxx: 52
L-509.053xxx: 102

L-509.025132: 26
L-509.035132: 52
L-509.055132: 102

mm

Pitch / yaw

L-509.10DG10: ±60
L-509.20DG10: ±90
L-509.40DG10: ±120

L-509.023xxx: ±60
L-509.033xxx: ±90
L-509.053xxx: ±120

L-509.025132: ±60
L-509.035132: ±90
L-509.055132: ±120

µrad

typ.

Straightness / flatness

L-509.10DG10: 2
L-509.20DG10: 4
L-509.40DG10: 8

L-509.023xxx: 2
L-509.033xxx: 4
L-509.053xxx: 8

L-509.025132: 2
L-509.035132: 4
L-509.055132: 8

µm

typ.

Velocity

3

50

50

mm/s

max.

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L-509.xxDG10

L-509.xx3111

L-509.xxx132

Integrated sensor

Incremental rotary
encoder

Incremental linear
encoder

Incremental rotary
encoder

Sensor signal

A/B quadrature, TTL

Sin/cos, 1 V peak-peak,
20 µm signal period

A/B quadrature, TTL

Unit

Tolerance
Translation Stages

Positioning

Design resolution

0.008

0.005

0.05

µm

Sensor resolution
rotary encoder

4096

–

20000

Cts./rev.

Sensor resolution
linear encoder

–

–

µm

Minimum incremental
motion

0.1

0.1

0.5

µm

typ.

Unidirectional
repeatability

0.1

0.1

0.2

µm

typ.

µm

typ.

Unit

Tolerance

Bidirectional repeatability

±2

±0.2

±0.5

Reference and limit
switches

Optical

Optical

Optical

L-509.xxDG10

L-509.xx3xxx
L-509.xx5xxx

Crossed roller guide with anti-creep
system

Crossed roller guide with anti-creep
system

Mechanical properties
Drive screw type
Drive screw pitch

1

1

Gear ratio

2401:81

–

mm

Guide type

Recirculating ball bearings

Recirculating ball bearings

Holding force, power off

L-509.10DG10: 40
L-509.20DG10: 60
L-509.40DG10: 60

20

N

typ.

Push/pull force Fx,
power on

60

60

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

50

50

N

max.

Load capacity

100

100

N

max.

Permissible torque Mx
in θX

30

30

N·m

max.

Permissible torque My
in θY

25

25

N·m

max.

Permissible torque Mz
in θZ

20

20

N·m

max.

Unit

Tolerance

L-509.xxDG10

L-509.xx3xxx

L-509.xx5xxx

Motor type

DC motor
(with gearhead)

DC motor

Brushless DC motor,
3-phase

Operating voltage,
nominal

24

24

24

V

nom.

Operating voltage, max.

48

48

48

V

max.

Drive properties

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Stages with DC motor
and BLDC motor

L-509.xxDG10

L-509.xx3xxx

L-509.xx5132

Unit

5 to 40

5 to 40

5 to 40

°C

Tolerance

Miscellaneous
Operating temperature
range
Material

Aluminum, steel

Aluminum, steel

Aluminum, steel

Mass

L-509.10DG10: 1.4
L-509.20DG10: 1.6
L-509.40DG10: 1.9

L-509.023xxx: 1.2
L-509.033xxx: 1.3
L-509.053xxx: 1.5

L-509.025132: 1.4
L-509.035132: 1.5
L-509.055132: 1.7

kg

±5 %

Moved mass, unloaded

0.22

L-509.023111: 0.24
L-509.033111: 0.24
L-509.053111: 0.25

0.22

kg

±5 %

Connection

1 × HD Sub-D 26 (m)
(motor/sensor)

1 × HD Sub-D 26 (m)
(motor)
L-509.xx3111 additional:
1 × Sub-D 9 (m) (sensor)

1 × HD Sub-D 26 (m)
(motor/sensor)

Recommended
controllers / drivers

C-863 (single axis)
C-884 (up to 6 axes)
C-885 with
C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular controller

C-863 (single axis)
C-884 (up to 6 axes)
C-885 with
C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular controller

C-891 (single axis)
C-885 with
C-891.10C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

All cables required for operation with the ordered controller are included in the scope of delivery.
The cable length is 3 m. Cable for connecting to other controllers can be ordered as accessory.
Ask about custom designs!

L-509 versions with DC and BLDC motor, dimensions in mm

L-509.023111
L-509.023132
L-509.025132
L-509.033111
L-509.033132
L-509.035132
L-509.053111
L-509.053132
L-509.055132

A

B

C

D

157.3
157.3
157.3
166.8
166.8
166.8
191.8
191.8
191.8

100
100
100
100
100
100
150
150
150

135.3
135.3
135.3
154.3
154.3
154.3
204.3
204.3
204.3

104.4
–
–
104.4
–
–
104.4
–
–

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Detail drawing of the L-509 motion platform

L-509 versions with DC gear motor, dimensions in mm

L-509.10DG10
L-509.20DG10
L-509.40DG10

A

B

C

D

157.3
166.8
191.8

100
100
150

135.3
154.3
204.3

106
106
106

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L-509 versions with stepper motor, dimensions in mm

L-509.10SD00
L-509.1ASD00
L-509.20SD00
L-509.2ASD00
L-509.40SD00
L-509.4ASD00

A

B

C

D

E

129.3
129.3
138.8
138.8
163.8
163.8

100
100
100
100
150
150

135.3
135.3
154.3
154.3
204.3
204.3

78
78
78
78
78
78

–
104.2
–
104.2
–
104.2

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L-509 versions with ActiveDrive DC motor, dimensions in mm

L-509.10AD10
L-509.14AD00
L-509.20AD10
L-509.24AD00
L-509.40AD10
L-509.44AD00

A

B

C

D

E

157.3
157.3
166.8
166.8
191.8
191.8

100
100
100
100
150
150

135.3
135.3
154.3
154.3
204.3
204.3

106
106
106
106
106
106

–
104.2
–
104.2
–
104.2

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L-511 High-Precision Linear Stage
High Travel Accuracy

n T
 ravel

ranges to 155 mm (6”)

n

Repeatability to 0.1 µm

n

ActiveDrive DC, DC, BLDC, and DC gear motors

n

Stepper motors

n O
 ptional
n

linear encoder for direct position measurement

Direction-sensing reference point switch

Reference-class linear stage

Drive types

Recirculating ball bearings for high travel accuracy and load capacity. Precision
ball screw with 2 mm pitch. Stress-relieved aluminum base for highest stability. Noncontact limit switches. Noncontact optical reference point switch with
direction sensing in the middle of the travel range.

n

Highly accurate position measuring with incremental linear encoder
Noncontact optical linear encoders measure the actual position directly at the
motion platform with the greatest accuracy so that nonlinearity, mechanical
play or elastic deformation have no influence on position measuring.

n . xxDG

variant: DC servo motor with gearhead
for high torques and resolution at low motor
power

n . xxSD

variant: 2-phase stepper motor for
low velocity and high resolution

Minimum incremental motion and slow motion
In conjunction with the SMC Hydra controller, versions with stepper motor and
integrated linear encoder (L-511.xASD00) achieve repeatable minimum incremental motion in the range of the sensor resolution. The same configuration
achieves constant low velocities of a few sensor increments per second.

.xxAD variant: ActiveDrive DC motor for high
velocity: Control via pulse-width-modulated
(PWM) signals, the operating voltage is
attained via an amplifier integrated in the
motor housing.

n

.xx3xxx variant: DC motor

n

.xx5xxx variant: Brushless DC motor

Position measurement
n I ntegrated

rotary encoder on the motor
shaft (xxAD10, xxDG10, xxxx32).

n I ncremental

linear encoder
(xxAD00, xASD00, xxxx11).

Applications

>> ActiveDrive
>> Linear Encoder

n Autofocus

n Laser

Cutting

n Biotechnology

n

Optical Alignment

n Automation

n

Scientific Instrumentation

>> Vacuum-Compatible Versions

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L-511.xxSD00 / L-511.xASD00

Unit

Tolerance

Active axes

X

X

Travel range

L-511.2xADxx: 52
L-511.4xADxx: 102
L-511.6xADxx: 155

L-511.2xSD00: 52
L-511.4xSD00: 102
L-511.6xSD00: 155

mm

Pitch / yaw

L-511.2xADxx: ±40
L-511.4xADxx: ±60
L-511.6xADxx: ±70

L-511.2xSD00: ±40
L-511.4xSD00: ±60
L-511.6xSD00: ±70

µrad

typ.

Straightness / flatness

L-511.2xADxx: ±1.5
L-511.4xADxx: ±2.5
L-511.6xADxx: ±3.0

L-511.2xSD00: ±1.5
L-511.4xSD00: ±2.5
L-511.6xSD00: ±3.0

µm

typ.

Velocity

90

45

mm/s

max.

Unit

Tolerance

Translation Stages

L-511.xxADxx

Stages with stepper
motor and ActiveDrive
DC motor
Motion

L-511.xxADxx

L-511.xxSD00

L-511.xASD00

Integrated sensor

L-511.xxAD10:
Incremental rotary
encoder
L-511xxAD00:
Incremental linear
encoder

–

Incremental linear
encoder

Sensor signal

A/B quadrature, TTL

–

Sin/cos, 1 V peak-peak,
20 µm signal period

Design resolution

L-511.xxAD10: 0.122
L-511.xxAD00: 0.05

10.0

0.005

µm

Sensor resolution
rotary encoder

L-511.xxAD10: 16384

–

–

Cts./rev.

Sensor resolution
linear encoder

L-511.xxAD00: 0.05

–

0.005

µm

Resolution stepper
motor

–

200

200

Full steps/
rev.

Minimum incremental
motion

L-511.xxAD10: 0.488
L-511.xxAD00: 0.1

0.2

0.02

µm

typ.

Unidirectional
repeatability

L-511.xxAD10: 0.488
L-511.xxAD00: 0.1

0.2

0.1

µm

typ.

Bidirectional
repeatability

L-511.xxAD10: ±1.250
L-511.xxAD00: ±0.2

±2

±0.2

µm

typ.

Reference and limit
switches

Optical

Optical

Optical

Unit

Tolerance

Positioning

L-511.xxADxx / L-511.xxSD00 / L-511.xASD00
Mechanical properties
Drive screw type

Ball screw

Drive screw pitch

2

Guide type

Recirculating ball bearings

mm

Holding force, power off

L-511.xxADxx: 20
L-511.xxSD00 / L-511.xASD00: 60

N

typ.

Push/pull force Fx,
power on

100

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

250

N

max.

Load capacity

500

N

max.

Permissible torque Mx
in θX

60

N·m

max.

Permissible torque My
in θY

30

N·m

max.

Permissible torque Mz
in θZ

30

N·m

max.

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Stages with stepper
motor and ActiveDrive
DC motor

L-511.xxADxx

L-511.xxSD00 / L-511.xASD00

Unit

Tolerance

Drive properties
Motor type

ActiveDrive DC motor (PWM)

Stepper motor, 2-phase

Operating voltage,
nominal

24

24

V

nom.

Operating voltage, max.

24

48

V

max.

Tolerance

L-511.xxADxx

L-511.xxSD00

L-511.xASD00

Unit

Operating temperature
range

5 to 40

5 to 40

5 to 40

°C

Material

Aluminum,
stainless steel

Aluminum,
stainless steel

Aluminum,
stainless steel

Mass

L-511.2xADxx: .2.5
L-511.40AD10: 2.8
L-511.60AD10: 3.3
L-511.44AD00: 2.7
L-511.64AD00: 3.5

L-511.20SDxx: 2.4
L-511.40SDxx: 2.6
L-511.60SDxx: 3.1

L-511.2ASDxx: 2.4
L-511.4ASDxx: 2.6
L-511.6ASDxx: 3.1

kg

±5 %

Moved mass, unloaded

L-511.2xADxx: 0.6
L-511.4xADxx: 0.6
L-511.6xADxx: 0.65

L-511.20SDxx: 0.6
L-511.40SDxx: 0.6
L-511.60SDxx: 0.65

L-511.2ASDxx: 0.6
L-511.4ASDxx: 0.6
L-511.6ASDxx: 0.65

kg

±5 %

Connection

1 × Sub-D 15 (m)
(motor/sensor)

1 × HD Sub-D 26 (m)
(motor)

1 × HD Sub-D 26 (m)
(motor)
1 × Sub-D 9 (m) (sensor)

Recommended
controllers / drivers

C-863 (single axis)
C-884 (up to 6 axes)
C-885 with
C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular controller

C-663.12 (single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

C-663.12 (single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

Stages with DC motor
and BLDC motor

L-511.xxDG10

Unit

Tolerance

Miscellaneous

L-511.xx3111 / L-511.xx3132
L-511.xx5111 / L-511.xx5132

Motion
Active axes

X

X

Travel range

L-511.20DG10: 52
L-511.40DG10: 102
L-511.60DG10: 155

L-511.03xxxx: 52
L-511.05xxxx: 102
L-511.07xxxx: 155

mm

Pitch / yaw

L-511.20DG10: ±40
L-511.40DG10: ±60
L-511.60DG10: ±70

L-511.03xxxx: ±40
L-511.05xxxx: ±60
L-511.07xxxx: ±70

µrad

typ.

Straightness / flatness

L-511.20DG10: ±1.5
L-511.40DG10: ±2.5
L-511.60DG10: ±3.0

L-511.03xxxx: ±1.5
L-511.05xxxx: ±2.5
L-511.07xxxx: ±3.0

µm

typ.

Velocity

6

90

mm/s

max.

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L-511.xx3111 /
L-511.xx5111

L-511.xx3132 /
L-511.xx5132

Unit

Tolerance

Integrated sensor

Incremental rotary
encoder

L-511.xx3111:
Incremental linear
encoder
L-511.xx5111:
Incremental rotary
encoder, incremental
rotary encoder

Incremental rotary
encoder

Sensor signal

A/B quadrature, TTL

Linear encoder:
Sin/cos, 1 V peak-peak,
20 µm signal period
Rotary encoder:
A/B quadrature, TTL

A/B quadrature, TTL

Design resolution

0.017

L-511.xx3111: 0.005
L-511.xx5111: 0.05

0.1

µm

Sensor resolution
rotary encoder

4096

20000

20000

Cts./rev.

Sensor resolution
linear encoder

–

L-511.xx3111: 0.005
L-511.xx5111: 0.05

0.1

µm

Minimum
incremental motion

0.1

0.1

0.2

µm

typ.

Unidirectional
repeatability

0.2

0.1

0.2

µm

typ.

Bidirectional
repeatability

±2

±0.1

±1.25

µm

typ.

Reference and limit
switches

Optical

Optical

Optical

Unit

Tolerance

Translation Stages

L-511.xxDG10
Positioning

L-511.xxDG10

L-511.xx3xxx /
L-511.xx5xxx

Mechanical properties
Drive screw type

Ball screw

Ball screw

Drive screw pitch

2

2

Gear ratio

2401:81

–

mm

Guide type

Recirculating ball bearings

Recirculating ball bearings

Holding force,
power off

100

20

N

typ.

Push/pull force Fx,
power on

100

100

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

250

250

N

max.

Load capacity

500

500

N

max.

Permissible torque Mx
in θX

60

60

N·m

max.

Permissible torque My
in θY

30

30

N·m

max.

Permissible torque Mz
in θZ

30

30

N·m

max.

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Stages with DC motor
and BLDC motor

L-511.xxDG10

L-511.xx3xxx

L-511.xx5xxx

Unit

Tolerance

Motor type

DC motor
(with gearhead)

DC motor

Brushless DC motor,
3-phase

Operating voltage,
nominal

24

24

24

V

nom.

Operating voltage, max.

48

48

48

V

max.

Operating temperature
range

5 to 40

5 to 40

5 to 40

°C

Mass

L-511.20DG10: 2.5
L-511.40DG10: 2.7
L-511.60DG10: 2.9

L-511.033xxx: 2.5
L-511.053xxx: 2.6
L-511.073xxx: 3.1

L-511.035xxx: 2.4
L-511.055xxx: 2.7
L-511.075xxx: 3.0

kg

±5 %

Moved mass, unloaded

L-511.20DG10: 0.6
L-511.40DG10: 0.6
L-511.60DG10: 0.65

L-511.033xxx: 0.6
L-511.053xxx: 0.6
L-511.073xxx: 0.65

L-511.035xxx: 0.6
L-511.055xxx: 0.6
L-511.075xxx: 0.65

kg

±5 %

Connection

1 × HD Sub-D 26 (m)
(motor/sensor)

L-511.xx3111:
1 × HD Sub-D 26 (m)
(motor),
1 × Sub-D 9 (m) (sensor)
L-511.xx3132:
1 × HD Sub-D 26 (m)
(motor/sensor)

L-511.xx5111:
1 × HD Sub-D 26 (m)
(motor/sensor),
1 × Sub-D 9 (m) (sensor)
L-511.xx5132:
1 × HD Sub-D 26 (m)
(motor/sensor)

Recommended
controllers / drivers

C-863 (single axis)
C-884 (up to 6 axes)
C-885 with
C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular controller

C-863 (single axis)
C-884 (up to 6 axes)
C-885 with
C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular controller

L-511.xx5111:
C-891 (single axis)
C-885 with
C-891.10C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller
L-511.xx5132 additional:
SMC Hydra
(double axis)

Drive properties

Miscellaneous

All cables required for operation with the ordered controller are included in the scope of delivery.
The cable length is 3 m. Cable for connecting to other controllers can be ordered as accessory.
Ask about custom designs!

The L-511 reliably performs repeatable 20-nm steps with the linear encoder
and SMC Hydra motion controller

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L-511 versions with DC and BLDC motor, and rotary encoder, dimensions in mm

L-511.033132
L-511.035132
L-511.053132
L-511.055132
L-511.073132
L-511.075132

A

B

C

186
186
211
211
261
261

–
–
–
–
250
250

210
210
260
260
360
360

L-511 versions with DC and BLDC motor, and linear encoder, dimensions in mm

L-511.033111
L-511.053111
L-511.073111
L-511.035111
L-511.055111
L-511.075111

A

B

C

186
211
261
186
211
261

–
–
250
–
–
250

210
260
360
210
260
360

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L-511 versions with DC gear motor, dimensions in mm

L-511.20DG10
L-511.40DG10
L-511.60DG10

A

B

C

D

186
211
261

–
–
250

210
260
360

131
131
131

A

B

C

D

158
158
183
183
233
233

–
–
–
–
250
250

210
210
260
260
360
360

103
103
103
103
103
103

L-511 versions with stepper motor, dimensions in mm

L-511.20SD00
L-511.2ASD00
L-511.40SD00
L-511 4ASD00
L-511.6OSD00
L-511.6ASD00

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L-511 versions with ActiveDrive DC motor, dimensions in mm

L-511.20AD10
L-511.24AD00
L-511.40AD10
L-511.44AD00
L-511.60AD10
L-511.64AD00

A

B

C

D

186
186
211
211
261
261

–
–
–
–
250
250

210
210
260
260
360
360

131
131
131
131
131
131

Detail drawing of the L-511 motion platform, dimensions in mm

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V-551 PIMag® Precision Linear Stage
High Velocity and Precision due to Magnetic Direct Drive

n T
 ravel

ranges to 230 mm

n V
 elocity

up to 0.5 m/s

n A
 bsolute

encoder with 1 nm resolution

n H
 ighest

precision with PIOne linear encoder:
Minimum incremental motion 0.5 nm

n H
 igh

guiding accuracy

n C
 ompact
n C
 rossed

design with 160 mm width

roller guide, anti-creep

Reference-class linear stage

PIMag® magnetic direct drive

Thanks to the smooth-running precision linear guides with crossed roller bearings, the linear stage is particularly suitable for scanning applications with constant velocity. The anti-creep system reliably prevents cage creep. The guides
have high load capacity and high precision under all operating conditions.

3-phase magnetic direct drives do not use mechanical components in the drivetrain, they transmit
the drive force to the motion platform directly
and without friction. The drives reach high velocities and accelerations. Ironless motors are particularly suitable for positioning tasks with the
highest demands on precision because there is
no undesirable interaction with the permanent
magnets. This allows smooth running even at the
lowest velocities and at the same time, there
is no vibration at high velocities. Nonlinearity in
control behavior is avoid-ed and any position can
be controlled easily. The drive force can be set
freely.

Direct position measurement
Position measuring takes place directly at the motion platform with the highest
accuracy so that nonlinearity, mechanical play or elastic deformation have no
influence on position measuring. The high-resolution PIOne encoder was developed by PI and, with corresponding processing of the measured values,
allows a position resolution of much less than one nanometer. The optical
and noncontact PIOne encoders are based on an interferometric measuring
principle. Due to the short signal period and the high quality of the signals,
the linearity error of PIOne encoders is less than 1 %. PIOne encoders support
direction sensing when evaluating a reference signal. Absolute encoders
supply explicit position information that enables immediate determination
of the position. This means that referencing is not required during switch-on,
which increases efficiency and safety during operation.

Applications
n Biotechnology

>> Absolute Encoder
n Photonics

>> Linear Encoder
>> PIMag® Magnetic Linear Motors

n

Electronics Manufacturing

n Scanning

n

Medical Industry

n Semiconductor

n

Metrology / Testing
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V-551.2x

V-551.4x

V-551.7x

Unit

Tolerance

Active axes

X

X

X

Travel range

60

130

230

mm

Pitch

±50

±100

±100

µrad

typ.

Yaw

±50

±50

±50

µrad

typ.

Straightness

±1

±1

±2

µm

typ.

Flatness

±2

±2

±2

µm

typ.

Velocity

0.5

0.5

0.5

m/s

max.

Translation Stages

Motion and positioning

Mechanical properties
Load capacity in Z

150

150

150

N

max.

Load capacity in Y

50

50

50

N

max.

Moved mass

2.2

2.7

4.9

kg

Overall mass

4.2

5.5

9.7

kg

Linear guide

Crossed roller bearing
with anti-creep system

Crossed roller bearing
with anti-creep system

Crossed roller bearing
with anti-creep system

V-551

Unit

Tolerance

V DC

max.

Drive properties
Drive type

PIMag® linear motor, ironless, 3-phase

Intermediate
circuit voltage

110 *

Peak force

180

N

typ.

Nominal force

27

N

typ.

Peak current, effective

10

A

typ.

Nominal current, effective

1.5

A

typ.

Force constant, effective

18

N/A

typ.

Resistance per phase

3.15

Ω

typ.

Inductance per phase

0.9

mH

typ.

Back EMF phase-phase

16

V·s/m

max.

V-551.xB

V-551.xD

Integrated Sensor

Absolute encoder

PIOne incremental linear encoder

Sensor signal

BiSS-C

Sin/cos, 1 V peak-peak, 2 µm signal period

Sensor resolution

1 nm

0.2 nm**

Min. incremental motion

2 nm

0.5 nm

Unidirectional
repeatability

0.02 µm

0.02 µm

Bidirectional repeatability

±0.05 µm

±0.05 µm

Travel range limit

Limits are set via software;
additional mechanical stop buffers.

Hall effect limit switches

Reference point switch

–

Encoder index

Reference point switch
repeatability

–

<1 µm

Encoder options

V-551
Miscellaneous
Operating temperature
range

10 °C to 50 °C

Humidity

20 – 90 % rel., not condensing

Material

Aluminum, black anodized

Motor connector

HD Sub-D 26 (m)

Sensor connection

Sub-D 15 (f)

Recommended
controllers

C-891 (single axis)
C-885 with C-891.10C885 (up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

* 24 V DC with C-891.120200
** interpolated

Ask about custom designs.

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50,5

A

V-551, dimensions in mm

V-551.4x :

B
D x 40

5
D x 40

C
F x 100
E

20

20

160
130
110
40

Y

Stroke
A
B
C
D
E
F

V-551.2x
60
220
210
60
1
1

V-551.4x
130
290
280
120
1
40
1

X

79,85

M4

50,5

A

A

V-551.4x :

B
D x 40
20

20

60
220
210
60
1
–
1

130
290
280
120
1
40
1

20

V-551.7x

230
450
D x 40440
120
3
20
40
3

Y
5

M4

Y

Stroke
A
B
C
D
E
F

V-551.2x
60
220
210
60
1
1

X

79,85

M4

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V-551.4x
130
290
280
120
1
40
1

V-551.7x
230
450
440
120
3
40
3

Stroke
A
B
C
D
E
F

X

79,85

D x 40

V-551.4x

160
130
110
40

Stroke
A
B
B
C
C
F x 100
D
E
E
F

V-551.2x

5
D x 40

C
F x 100
E

V-551.2x
60
220
210
60
1
1

V-551.4x
130
290
280
120
1
40
1

Translation Stages

G
H

50,5

50,5

I

8,5

8,5

30

30

75
100

30

30

79,85

79,85

M
4

4
M

6

M

4
4,

G
H
I

G
H
I

V-551.4x
225
200
130

V-551.2x

V-551.4x

V-551.7x

125
175
130

225
200
130

225
250
190

20

7,5

M

4

4
6,

V-551.2x
125
175
130

V-551.7x
225
250
190

A V-551.4D with PIOne linear encoder performs a sequence of 0.5-nm steps.

A V-551.4D with PIOne linear encoder performs a sequence of 1-nm steps.

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M-511 / M-521 / M-531
High-Precision Linear Stage
High Travel Accuracy, Long Travel Ranges, Many Motor Variants

n T
 ravel

ranges 102, 204, and 306 mm
(4”, 8”, 12”)

n M
 ax.

velocity to 100 mm/s

n E
 ncoder
n L
 oad

resolution 50 nm

capacity to 100 kg

n Z
 ero-play
n X
 Y

ball screw

and XYZ combinations

M-511, M-521, M-531, dimensions in mm

M-511.xx1
M-521.xx1
M-531.xx1

L

A

B

C

400
500
600

250
350
450

186,5
236,5
286,5

283
383
483

Applications
n Metrology
n Optical

>> ActiveDrive

/ Testing

Alignment

n Sample

Inspection

n Scientific

>> Linear Encoder

Instrumentation

n Photonics

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M-5x1.EC /
M-5x1.PD1

M-5x1.DG1 /
M-5x1.PG1

Unit

M-511: 102 (4”) /
M-521: 204 (8”) /
M-531: 306 (12”)

M-511: 102 (4”) /
M-521: 204 (8”) /
M-531: 306 (12”)

M-511: 102 (4”) /
M-521: 204 (8”) /
M-531: 306 (12”)

mm

Rotary encoder

Rotary encoder

Tolerance

Motion and positioning
Travel range

Integrated sensor

Linear encoder

Sensor resolution linear
encoder

0.05

Sensor resolution rotary
encoder

–

µm
4096

2048

Cts./rev.

Design resolution

0.05

0.488

0.033

µm

typ.

Minimum incremental
motion

0.1

0.5

0.4

µm

typ.

Unidirectional
repeatability

0.1

0.5

0.4

µm

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±0.2

–

–

µm

typ.

Backlash

–

1

1

µm

typ.
typ.

Pitch / yaw per 100 mm

±35

±35

±35

µrad

Straightness / flatness
per 100 mm

1

1

1

µm

Velocity

50

100

6

mm/s

Drive screw pitch of ball
screw

2

2

2

mm

Gear ratio

–

–

(28/12)4 ~ 29.6:1

Load capacity

1000

1000

1000

N

max.

Push/pull force

80

80

80

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

200

200

200

N

max.

DC motor with PWM
control

DC motor with PWM
control*

DC gear motor

max.

Mechanical properties

Drive properties
Motor type
Motor resolution

–

–

–

Guide

Recirculating ball
bearings

Recirculating ball
bearings

Recirculating ball
bearings

Operating voltage

24

24

M-5x1.DG1: 0 to ±12
M-5x1.PG1: 24

steps/rev.

V

Motor power

30

60

3

W

nom.

Torque

80

70

5

mN·m

nom.

Reference and limit
switches

Hall effect

Hall effect

Hall effect

Operating temperature
range

10 to 50

–20 to 65

–20 to 65

°C

Material

Aluminum,
black anodized

Mass

5 (M-511) /
6.1 (M-521) /
7.2 (M-531)

5 (M-511) /
6.1 (M-521) /
7.2 (M-531)

5 (M-511) /
6.1 (M-521) /
7.2 (M-531)

kg

Connector

Sub-D 15,
3 m incl. cable

Sub-D 15,
3 m incl. cable

Sub-D 15,
3 m incl. cable

Recommended
controllers

C-863
C-884

C-863
C-884

C-863
C-884

Miscellaneous

±5 %

* M-5xx.EC: Brushless DC motor with integrated block commutation (PWM control).
Ask about custom designs!

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Translation Stages

M-5x1.DD1 /
M-5x1.DD2

HPS-170
High-Precision Linear Stage for Heavy Loads
Excellent Repeatability and Travel Accuracy

n T
 ravel

ranges from 52 to 205 mm
(2 to 8”)

n M
 ax.

velocity to 100 mm/s

n L
 oad

capacity to 35 kg

n O
 ptional

linear encoder for direct
position measurement

n C
 rossed

roller guide, anti-creep

Direction of the axes
and torques for linear stages

Applications
n Laser

>> ActiveDrive

Marking

n Metrology

/ Testing

n Sample

Inspection

>> Linear Encoder

n Semiconductor

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626291x10

626292x00

626292x10-0001

Linear stage with
DC motor and
rotary encoder

Additionally with
linear encoder

Linear stage with
stepper motor

Additionally with
linear encoder

Unit

Tolerance
Translation Stages

Active axes

626291x00

X

X

Travel range

52 / 102 / 155 /
205

52 / 102 / 155 /
205

Integrated sensor

Rotary encoder

Rotary and linear
encoder

–

Sensor signal rotary
encoder

A/B quadrature,
RS-422

A/B quadrature,
RS-422

–

Sensor signal linear
encoder

–

A/B quadrature,
RS-422

–

Sin/cos, 1 V
peak-peak, 20 µm
signal period

Design resolution

0.1

0.05

10 (full step)

0.005

Sensor resolution rotary
encoder

20000

20000

–

Sensor resolution
linear encoder

–

0.05

–

–

µm

typ.

Minimum incremental
motion

0.2

0.2

0.2

0.05

µm

typ.

Unidirectional
repeatability

0.2

0.2

0.2

0.05

µm

typ.

Bidirectional
repeatability

±2

±0.2

±2

±0.05

µm

typ.

Pitch

±20 / ±25 / ±30 /
±35

±20 / ±25 / ±30 /
±35

±20 / ±25 / ±30 /
±35

±20 / ±25 / ±30 /
±35

µrad

typ.

Motion and positioning
mm
Linear encoder

µm
Cts./rev.

Yaw

±40

±40

±40

±40

µrad

typ.

Straightness / flatness

±0.75 / ±1 / ±2 /
±3

±0.75 / ±1 / ±2 /
±3

±0.75 / ±1 / ±2 /
±3

±0.75 / ±1 / ±2 /
±3

µrad

typ.

Max. velocity

100

100

35

35

mm/s

Crossed roller
guide with anticreep system

Crossed roller
guide with anticreep system

Crossed roller
guide with anticreep system

Crossed roller
guide with anticreep system

Mechanical properties
Guide type

Drive screw type

Ball screw

Ball screw

Ball screw

Ball screw

Drive screw pitch

2

2

2

2

Load capacity

350

350

350

350

N

max.

Push/pull force

100

100

150

150

N

max.

mm

Holding force

20

20

60

60

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

150

150

150

150

N

max.

Permissible torque Mx
in θX

400

400

400

400

Nm

max.

Permissible torque My
in θY

300

300

300

300

Nm

max.

Permissible torque Mz
in θZ

300

300

300

300

Nm

max.

Motor type

DC motor

DC motor

2-phase stepper
motor

2-phase stepper
motor

Operating voltage,
nominal

24

24

24

24

V

nom.

Drive properties

Operating voltage, max.

48

48

48

48

V

nom.

Peak current, effective

3.8

3.8

1.2

1.2

A

typ.

Torque constant,
effective

0.03

0.03

N·m/A

typ.

Electrical time constant

6

6

Resistance phase-phase

0.62

0.62

3.3

3.3

Ω

typ.

Inductance phase-phase

0.13

0.13

2.8

2.8

mH

typ.

V/kRPM

max.

mechanical

mechanical

Back EMF phase-phase

0.00349

0.00349

Limit switches

mechanical

mechanical

ms

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626291x00

626291x10

626292x00

626292x10-0001

Unit

Linear stage with
DC motor and
rotary encoder

Additionally with
linear encoder

Linear stage with
stepper motor

Additionally with
linear encoder

Operating temperature
range

5 to 40

5 to 40

5 to 40

5 to 40

°C

MTBF

10000

10000

–

–

h

Material

Aluminum, steel

Aluminum, steel

Aluminum, steel

Aluminum, steel

Tolerance

Miscellaneous

Mass

5.1 / 5.8 / 6.6 / 7.5

5.1 / 5.8 / 6.6 / 7.5

5 / 5.7 / 6.5 / 7.4

5 / 5.7 / 6.5 / 7.4

Moved mass

1.1

1.4

1.1

1.4

Connection

Sub-D 15 (m)

Motor:
Sub-D 15 (m)
Sensor:
Sub-D 9 (m)

Sub-D 15 (m)

Motor:
Sub-D 15 (m)
Sensor:
Sub-D 9 (m)

Recommended
controllers

C-863
(single axis)
with C-863.AD12
line driver
C-884
(to 6 axes) with
C-863.AD12
line driver
C-885 with
C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
and C-863.AD12
line driver
ACS modular
controller

C-863
(single axis)
with C-863.AD12
line driver
C-884
(to 6 axes) with
C-863.AD12
line driver
C-885 with
C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
and C-863.AD12
line driver
ACS modular
controller

C-663.12
(single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular
controller

C-663.12
(single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular
controller

Connecting cables for motor and sensor are not in the scope of delivery and must be ordered separately.
Ask about custom designs!

HPS-170, DC motor, dimensions in mm

HPS-170, stepper motor, dimensions in mm

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±5 %

Translation Stages
HPS-170, dimensions in mm

Travel range/mm

52

102

155

205

A/mm
B/mm
C/mm

261
127.5
3

311
152.5
3

381
187.5
3

456
225
6

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A-141 PIglide MB Miniature
Linear Stage with Air Bearings
High Performance, Cleanroom Compatible, Customizable

n S
 ize

of the motion platform 57 mm × 93 mm

n L
 ow

profile 38 mm

n T
 ravel
n L
 oad

ranges to 35 mm

capacity to 3 kg

n V
 elocity

to 0.25 m/sec

n A
 cceleration

to 3.5 m/s²

Accessories and options
n

PIglide filter and air preparation kits

n

Single and multi-axis motion controller

n

XY setups and individual configurations

n C
 ounterbalance

options for vertical (Z)

orientations
n B
 ase

plates made of granite and systems
for reducing vibration

A-141.035A1, dimensions in mm

Applications
n Precision
n Scanning

Micro Assembly

>> Air bearings
n

Photonics

>> Linear encoder

n

Optical Alignment

>> Linear motor
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Unit

Translation Stages

A-141

Tolerance

Motion
Active axes

X

Travel range

35

mm

Pitch / yaw (1)
over the entire travel range

10

µrad

max.

Straightness / flatness (1)
over the entire travel range

0.5

µm

max.

Velocity (2), unloaded

0.25

m/s

max.

Acceleration (2), unloaded

3.5

m/s²

max.

Load capacity in z (3)

3

kg

max.

Moved mass

0.3

kg

Overall mass

0.6

kg

Guide type

Air bearing

Mechanical properties

Drive properties
Drive type

Linear motor, ironless, 3-phase

Intermediate circuit voltage, effective

48, nominal
80, max.

V DC

Peak force

2.3

N

typ.

Nominal force

0.58

N

typ.

Force constant, effective

2.1

N/A

typ.

Resistance phase-phase

22.4

Ω

typ.

Inductivity phase-phase

1.0

mH

typ.

Back EMF phase-phase

0.7

V·s/m

max.

Cabling

Internal, no moving cable

Positioning
Integrated sensor

Incremental linear encoder with travel range limits
and home index

Sensor signal

Sin/cos, 1 V peak-peak, 20 µm signal period

Sensor resolution

1.2 nm (4)

Bidirectional repeatability

±0.1 µm (4)

Accuracy, uncompensated (5)

±2.0 µm

Accuracy, with error compensation (5)

±0.25 µm

Miscellaneous
Operating pressure (6)

65±5 psi (450±35 kPa)

Air consumption

<1.0 SCFM (28 SLPM)

Air quality

Clean (unfiltered to 1.0 µm or better) – ISO 8573-1 class 1
Oil free – ISO 8573-1 class 1
Dry (–15 °C dew point) – ISO 8573-1 class 3

Materials

Hardcoat aluminum, stainless steel fasteners

(1) Dependent on the flatness of the surface, on which the stage is mounted.
(2) Can be limited by the payload, controller or drive.
(3) Assumes payload CG is centered no more than 50 mm above the motion platform. The stage is designed for horizontal operation only.
(4) Assumes 16384x interpolation. Contact PI for the use of other factors.
(5)	Improved accuracy can be obtained with controller-based error compensation. The stage must be ordered with a controller from PI to reach these values.
Accuracy values assume short-term duration and do not consider the long-term effects of thermal drift on the stage.
(6) To protect the stage against damage, it is recommended to connect an air pressure sensor to the E-Stop input of the controller.

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A-121 PIglide AT1 Linear Stage with Air Bearings
High Performance Small Footprint Nanopositioning Stage

n I deal

for scanning applications
or high-precision positioning

n C
 leanroom

compatible

n S
 ize

of the motion platform
115 mm × 115 mm

n T
 ravel
n L
 ow

ranges to 350 mm

profile from 60 mm

n R
 esolution
n B
 est

to 1 nm

flatness / straightness

n C
 ounterbalance

options for
vertical assembly

A-121, dimensions in mm

Applications
n Sample

A

A-121.050
A-121.100
A-121.150
A-121.200
A-121.250
A-121.350

240
290
340
390
440
540

B

C

D

E

F

G

100

75
100
125
150
150
200

25
50
75
100
125
175

30
55
80
105
130
180

4
4
6
6
6
10

126.5
151.5
176.5
201.5
226.5
276.5

>> Air bearings

Inspection

n Scanning
n Metrology

MODEL

n

Photonics

>> Linear encoder

n

Flatpanel Inspection

>> Linear motor

/ Testing
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A-121.050

A-121.100

A-121.150

A-121.200

A-121.250

A-121.350

Unit

Tolerance

X
50
12
±0.5
0.1

X
100
12
±0.5
0.1

X
150
15
±0.5
0.1

X
200
20
±0.75
0.1

X
250
25
±0.75
0.1

X
350
35
±1.25
0.1

mm
µrad
µm
µm

max.
max.
max.

1
20

1
20

1
20

1
20

1
20

1
20

m/s
m/s²

max.
max.

100
40
1.2
3.5
Air bearing

100
40
1.2
4.2
Air bearing

100
40
1.2
4.5
Air bearing

100
40
1.2
5.2
Air bearing

100
40
1.2
5.7
Air bearing

100
40
1.2
6.8
Air bearing

N
N
kg
kg

max.
max.

Unit

Tolerance

A-121
Drive properties
Drive type
Intermediate circuit voltage,
effective
Peak force
Nominal force
Force constant, effective
Resistance phase-phase
Inductivity phase-phase
Back EMF phase-phase
Cabling

Positioning
Integrated Sensor
Sensor signal
Sensor resolution
Bidirectional repeatability

Accuracy, uncompensated (5)

Accuracy, with error
compensation (5)

Linear motor, ironless, 3-phase
48, nominal
80, max.
33.2
11.1
6.67
6.3
1.0
7.7
External, moving cable

V DC
N
N
N/A
Ω
mH
V·s/m

typ.
typ.
typ.
typ.
typ.
max.

A-121.xxxA

A-121.xxxB

A-121.xxxC

Incremental linear encoder
Sin/cos, 1 V peak-peak,
20 µm signal period
1.2 nm (4)
A-121.050: ±0.25 µm (4)
A-121.100: ±0.25 µm (4)
A-121.150: ±0.25 µm (4)
A-121.200: ±0.25 µm (4)
A-121.250: ±0.25 µm (4)
A-121.350: ±0.50 µm (4)
A-121.050: ±1.0 µm
A-121.100: ±1.0 µm
A-121.150: ±1.5 µm
A-121.200: ±2.0 µm
A-121.250: ±2.0 µm
A-121.350: ±3.0 µm
A-121.050: ±0.50 µm
A-121.100: ±0.50 µm
A-121.150: ±0.50 µm
A-121.200: ±0.50 µm
A-121.250: ±0.50 µm
A-121.350: ±1.0 µm

Absolute encoder
BiSS-C

Incremental linear encoder
A/B quadrature, TTL

1 nm
A-121.050: ±0.25 µm
A-121.100: ±0.25 µm
A-121.150: ±0.25 µm
A-121.200: ±0.25 µm
A-121.250: ±0.25 µm
A-121.350: ±0.50 µm
A-121.050: ±1.5 µm
A-121.100: ±1.5 µm
A-121.150: ±1.5 µm
A-121.200: ±1.5 µm
A-121.250: ±1.5 µm
A-121.350: ±1.5 µm
A-121.050: ±0.5 µm
A-121.100: ±0.5 µm
A-121.150: ±0.5 µm
A-121.200: ±0.5 µm
A-121.250: ±0.5 µm
A-121.350: ±0.5 µm

50 nm
A-121.050: ±0.25 µm
A-121.100: ±0.25 µm
A-121.150: ±0.25 µm
A-121.200: ±0.25 µm
A-121.250: ±0.25 µm
A-121.350: ±0.50 µm
A-121.050: ±1.0 µm
A-121.100: ±1.0 µm
A-121.150: ±1.5 µm
A-121.200: ±2.0 µm
A-121.250: ±2.0 µm
A-121.350: ±3.0 µm
A-121.050: ±0.50 µm
A-121.100: ±0.50 µm
A-121.150: ±0.50 µm
A-121.200: ±0.50 µm
A-121.250: ±0.50 µm
A-121.350: ±1.0 µm

A-121
Miscellaneous
Operating pressure (6)
Air consumption
Air quality
Materials

65 to 75 psi (450 to 520 kPa)
<1.0 SCFM (28 SLPM)
Clean (filtered to 1.0 μm or better) – ISO 8573-1 Class 1
Oil free – ISO 8573-1 Class 1
Dry (–15 °C dew point) – ISO 8573-1 Class 3
Hardcoat aluminum, stainless steel fasteners
(5) 	Improved accuracy can be obtained with controller-based error compensation.
The stage must be ordered with a controller from PI to reach these values.
Accuracy values assume short-term duration and do not consider the long-term
effects of thermal drift on the stage.
(6) 	To protect the stage against damage, it is recommended to connect
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an air pressure sensor to the Motion-Stop input of the controller.

(1) Dependent on the flatness of the surface, on which the stage is mounted.
(2) Can be limited by the payload, controller or drive.
(3) 	Assumes payload CG is centered no more than 50 mm above the motion
platform.
(4) Assumes 16384x interpolation. Contact PI for the use of other factors.

MOTION

|

POSITIONING

Translation Stages

Motion
Active axes
Travel range
Pitch / yaw (1)
Straightness / flatness (1)
Straightness / flatness
per 25 mm travel range (1)
Velocity, unloaded (2)
Acceleration, unloaded (2)
Mechanical properties
Load capacity in z (3)
Load capacity in y (3)
Moved mass
Overall mass
Guide type

A-123 PIglide AT3 Linear Stage with Air Bearings
High Performance Nanopositioning Stage

n I deal

for scanning applications or highprecision positioning

n C
 leanroom
n S
 ize

compatible

of the motion platform 210 mm × 210 mm

n T
 ravel

ranges 50 mm to 750 mm

n R
 esolution

to 1 nm

Product Overview

Accessories and options

The stages in the PIglide are equipped with a servo drive linear motor with
preloaded air bearings and integrated linear encoder. The combination of these
noncontact components results in a frictionless motion platform that offers
the highest performance, quality, and lifetime. A high-force linear motor can
drive the stage to top speed within a few milliseconds, and the high-capacity
bearings can support payloads up to 60 kg. The laterally opposed, actively
preloaded air bearing design in this model allows mounting in any orientation.

n

Encoder

n

PIglide filter and air preparation kits

n

Single and multi-axis motion controller

n

XY setups and individual configurations

n

Cable track variations

n O
 ptions

with counterweight for vertical (Z)
orientation

Application fields
PIglide positioning systems are ideally suited for many high-precision applications such as metrology, photonics, and precision scanning in semiconductor or flat panel display manufacturing. Thanks to the friction-free motion,
no particles are formed, which makes PIglide stages ideal for cleanroom applications.

Applications
n Sample

Customizations available

n B
 ase

plates made of granite and systems
for reducing vibration

>> Air bearings

Inspection

n Scanning
n Metrology

n

n

Photonics

>> Linear encoder

n

Flatpanel Inspection

>> Linear motor

/ Testing
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A-123.100

A-123.150

A-123.200

A-123.350

A-123.500

A-123.750

Unit

Tolerance

Motion
Active axes

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Travel range

50

100

150

200

350

500

750

mm

Pitch / yaw (1)

5

10

15

15

20

25

35

µrad

max.

Straightness /
flatness (1)

±0.5

±0.5

±0.5

±1

±1.5

±1.5

±2.5

µm

max.

Straightness /
flatness per
25 mm travel
range (1)

0.1

0.1

0.1

0.1

0.1

0.1

0.1

µm

max.

Velocity,
unloaded (2)

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

m/s

max.

Acceleration,
unloaded (2)

30

30

30

30

30

30

30

m/s²

max.

Load capacity
in z (3)

590

590

590

590

590

590

590

N

max.

Load capacity
in y (3)

295

295

295

295

295

295

295

N

max.

Mechanical
properties

Moved mass

5

5

5

5

5

5

5

kg

Overall mass

14

15.5

16.5

18

21.5

25

32

kg

Guide type

Air bearing

Air bearing

Air bearing

Air bearing

Air bearing

Air bearing

Air bearing

A-123

Unit

Tolerance

Drive properties
Drive type

Linear motor, ironless, 3-phase

Intermediate circuit
voltage, effective

48, nominal
80, max.

V DC

Peak force

298

N

typ.

Nominal force

87.5

N

typ.
typ.

Force constant, effective

19.9

N/A

Resistance phase-phase

3.6

Ω

typ.

Inductivity phase-phase

1.2

mH

typ.

Back EMF phase-phase

16

V·s/m

max.

Cabling

External, moving cable

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Translation Stages

A-123.050

A 123.xxxA

A 123.xxxB

A 123.xxxC

Integrated Sensor

Incremental linear encoder

Absolute encoder

Incremental linear encoder

Sensor signal

Sin/cos, 1 V peak-peak,
20 µm signal period

BiSS-C

A/B quadrature, TTL

Sensor resolution

1.2 nm (4)

1 nm

50 nm

Bidirectional repeatability

A-123.050: ±0.25 µm (4)
A-123.100: ±0.25 µm (4)
A-123.150: ±0.25 µm (4)
A-123.200: ±0.25 µm (4)
A-123.350: ±0.5 µm (4)
A-123.500: ±0.5 µm (4)
A-123.750: ±0.75 µm (4)

A-123.050: ±0.25 µm
A-123.100: ±0.25 µm
A-123.150: ±0.25 µm
A-123.200: ±0.25 µm
A-123.350: ±0.5 µm
A-123.500: ±0.5 µm
A-123.750: ±0.75 µm

A-123.050: ±0.25 µm
A-123.100: ±0.25 µm
A-123.150: ±0.25 µm
A-123.200: ±0.25 µm
A-123.350: ±0.5 µm
A-123.500: ±0.5 µm
A-123.750: ±0.75 µm

Accuracy,
uncompensated (5)

A-123.050: ±1 µm
A-123.100: ±1 µm
A-123.150: ±1.5 µm
A-123.200: ±2 µm
A-123.350: ±3 µm
A-123.500: ±3.5 µm
A-123.750: ±5 µm

A-123.050: ±1.5 µm
A-123.100: ±1.5 µm
A-123.150: ±1.5 µm
A-123.200: ±1.5 µm
A-123.350: ±1.5 µm
A-123.500: ±1.5 µm
A-123.750: ±1.5 µm

A-123.050: ±1 µm
A-123.100: ±1 µm
A-123.150: ±1.5 µm
A-123.200: ±2 µm
A-123.350: ±3 µm
A-123.500: ±3.5 µm
A-123.750: ±5 µm

Accuracy, with error
compensation (5)

A-123.050: ±0.5 µm
A-123.100: ±0.5 µm
A-123.150: ±0.5 µm
A-123.200: ±0.5 µm
A-123.350: ±1 µm
A-123.500: ±1 µm
A-123.750: ±1.5 µm

A-123.050: ±1.5 µm
A-123.100: ±1.5 µm
A-123.150: ±1.5 µm
A-123.200: ±1.5 µm
A-123.350: ±1.5 µm
A-123.500: ±1.5 µm
A-123.750: ±1.5 µm

A-123.050: ±0.5 µm
A-123.100: ±0.5 µm
A-123.150: ±0.5 µm
A-123.200: ±0.5 µm
A-123.350: ±1 µm
A-123.500: ±1 µm
A-123.750: ±1.5 µm

Positioning

A-123
Miscellaneous
Operating pressure (6)

75 to 85 psi (515 to 585 kPa)

Air consumption

<1.0 SCFM (28 SLPM)

Air quality

Clean (filtered to 1.0 μm or better) – ISO 8573-1 Class 1
Oil free – ISO 8573-1 Class 1
Dry (–15 °C dew point) – ISO 8573-1 Class 3

Materials

Hardcoat aluminum, stainless steel fasteners

(1) Dependent on the flatness of the surface, on which the stage is mounted.
(2) Can be limited by the payload, controller or drive.
(3) 	Assumes payload CG is centered no more than 50 mm above the motion platform.
(4) Assumes 16384x interpolation. Contact PI for the use of other factors.
(5) 	Improved accuracy can be obtained with controller-based error compensation. The stage must be ordered with a controller from PI to reach these values.
Accuracy values assume short-term duration and do not consider the long-term effects of thermal drift on the stage.
(6) 	To protect the stage against damage, it is recommended to connect an air pressure sensor to the Motion-Stop input of the controller.

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A-123, dimensions in mm

MODEL

A

B*

A-123.050
A-123.100
A-123.150
A-123.200
A-123.350
A-123.500
A-123.750

350
400
450
500
650
800
1050

100
100
100
100
100
100

C*

325
300
400

D*

E*

F

G

Hx

J

Moving Mass

Total Mass

500
700

250
300
350
400
550
700
1000

25
50
75
100
175
250
375

31.5
56.5
81.5
106.5
181.5
256.5
381.5

4
8
8
8
12
16
16

181.5
206.5
231.5
256.5
331.5
406.5
531.5

5 kg
5 kg
5 kg
5 kg
5 kg
5 kg
5 kg

14 kg
15.5 kg
16.5 kg
18 kg
21.5 kg
25 kg
32 kg

*The mounting holes are symmetric around the center line located at “J”

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A-110 PIglide LC Linear Stage with Air Bearings
High-Performance Nanopositioning System for a Good Price

n I deal

for scanning applications or high-precision
positioning

n

Product Overview
PIglide positioning systems have a magnetic linear
motor, magnetically preloaded air bearings and
an optical linear encoder: Noncontact and frictionfree motion for the highest accuracy and reliability.

Cleanroom compatible

n S
 ize

of the motion platform 160 mm × 200 mm

n

Travel ranges to 400 mm

n

Load capacity to 100 N

Accessories and options

n

Best flatness / straightness

n

Encoder

n

PIglide Filter and Air Preparation Kits

n

Single and multi-axis motion controller

n

XY setups and individual configurations

n B
 ase

plates made of granite and systems
for reducing vibration

Applications
n Sample

>> Air bearings

Inspection

n Scanning
n Metrology

n Photonics

>> Linear encoder

n Flatpanel

>> Linear motor

Inspection

/ Testing
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A-110.100xx

A-110.200xx

A-110.300xx

A-110.400xx

Unit

Tolerance

Active axes

X

X

X

X

X

Travel range

50

100

200

300

400

mm

Pitch / yaw (1)

10

20

30

40

50

µrad

max.

Straightness / flatness (1)

±1

±1

±1.5

±2

±2.5

µm

max.

Straightness / flatness
per 10 mm travel range (1)

±10

±10

±10

±10

±10

nm

max.

Velocity, unloaded (2)

0.5

0.5

1

1

1

m/s

max.

Acceleration, unloaded (2)

10

10

30

30

30

m/s²

max.

Load capacity in z (3)

100

100

100

100

100

N

max.

Moved mass

2.5

2.5

2.6

2.6

2.6

kg

Overall mass

6.3

7.5

11

12

14

kg

Guide type

Air bearing

Air bearing

Air bearing

Air bearing

Air bearing

Motion

Mechanical properties

A-110.050xx
A-110.100xx

Unit

A-110.200xx
A-110.300xx
A-110.400xx

Tolerance

Drive properties
Drive type

Linear motor, ironless, 3-phase

Linear motor, ironless, 3-phase

Intermediate circuit voltage,
effective

48, nominal
60, max.

48, nominal
60, max.

V DC

Peak force

25

85

N

typ.

Nominal force

9.2

39

N

typ.

Force constant, effective

4.2

12.3

N/A

typ.

Resistance phase-phase

8.2

3.6

Ω

typ.

Inductivity phase-phase

2.7

1.24

mH

typ.

Back EMF phase-phase

4.2

10.1

V·s/m

max.

Cabling

Internal, no moving cable

External, moving cable

A-110.xxxA

A-110.xxxB

A-110.xxxC

Integrated Sensor

Incremental linear encoder

Absolute encoder

Incremental linear encoder

Sensor signal

Sin/cos, 1 V peak-peak,
20 µm signal period

BiSS-C

A/B quadrature, TTL

Sensor resolution

1.2 nm (4)

1 nm

50 nm

Bidirectional repeatability

±0.5 µm (4)

±0.5 µm

±0.5 µm

Accuracy, uncompensated (5)

A-110.050: ±1 µm
A-110.100: ±1.5 µm
A-110.200: ±2 µm
A-110.300: ±3 µm
A-110.400: ±4 µm

A-110.050: ±1.5 µm
A-110.100: ±1.5 µm
A-110.200: ±1.5 µm
A-110.300: ±1.5 µm
A-110.400: ±1.5 µm

A-110.050: ±1 µm
A-110.100: ±1.5 µm
A-110.200: ±2 µm
A-110.300: ±3 µm
A-110.400: ±4 µm

Accuracy, with error
compensation (5)

A-110.050: ±1 µm
A-110.100: ±1 µm
A-110.200: ±1 µm
A-110.300: ±1.5 µm
A-110.400: ±1.5 µm

A-110.050: ±0.5 µm
A-110.100: ±0.5 µm
A-110.200: ±0.5 µm
A-110.300: ±0.5 µm
A-110.400: ±0.5 µm

A-110.050: ±1 µm
A-110.100: ±1 µm
A-110.200: ±1 µm
A-110.300: ±1.5 µm
A-110.400: ±1.5 µm

Positioning

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A-110.050xx

A-110
Miscellaneous
Operating pressure (6)

60 to 70 psi (415 to 485 kPa)

Air consumption

<1.0 SCFM (28 SLPM)

Air quality

Clean (filtered to 1.0 μm or better) – ISO 8573-1 Class 1
Oil free – ISO 8573-1 Class 1
Dry (–15 °C dew point) – ISO 857-1 Class 3

Materials

Hardcoat aluminum, stainless steel fasteners

(1) Dependent on the flatness of the surface, on which the stage is mounted.
(2) Can be limited by the payload, controller or drive.
(3) Assumes payload CG is centered no more than 50 mm above the motion platform. The stage is designed for horizontal operation only.
(4) Assumes 16384x interpolation. Contact PI for the use of other factors.
(5) 	Improved accuracy can be obtained with controller-based error compensation. The stage must be ordered with a controller from PI to reach
these values. Accuracy values assume short-term duration and do not consider the long-term effects of thermal drift on the stage.
(6) To protect the stage against damage, it is recommended to connect an air pressure sensor to the Motion-Stop input of the controller.

A-110.050 and A-110.100, dimensions in mm

A-110.050
A-110.100

A

B

C

D

302
352

275
325

25
50

35
60

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Translation Stages

A-110.200, A-110.300 and A-110.400, dimensions in mm

MODEL

A

B

C

D

E

A-110.200
A-110.300
A-110-400

475
575
675

400
500
600

200
250
300

102
152
202

105
155
205

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A-131 PIglide VC Voice Coil
Linear Stage with Air Bearings
High-Performance Miniature Nanopositioning System

n I deal

for scanning applications
or high-precision positioning

n

Cleanroom compatible

n

Travel ranges to 25 mm

n

Load capacity to 100 N

n

Acceleration to 80 m/s²

n

Best flatness / straightness

A-131.025xx, dimensions in mm

A-131.025xxB, dimensions in mm

Applications

>> Air bearings

n Medical

>> Linear encoder

Industry

>> Voice Coil Drives

n Scanning
n Machine

Tool / Fast Tool
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A-131

Unit

Tolerance

Active axes

Translation Stages

Motion
X

Travel range

25

mm

Pitch (1)

10

µrad

max.

Yaw (1)

10

µrad

max.

Straightness / flatness (1)

±0.125

µm

max.

Velocity, unloaded (2)

1

m/s

max.

Acceleration, unloaded (2)

80

m/s²

max.
max.

Mechanical properties
Load capacity in z (3)

100

N

Moved mass

0.85

kg

Overall mass

3.6

kg

Guide type

Air bearing

Drive properties
Drive type

Brushless voice coil drive, ironless, 1 phase

Intermediate circuit voltage,
effective

48, nominal
80, max.

V DC

Peak force

70.4

N

typ.

Nominal force

22.3

N

typ.

Force constant, effective

6.9

N/A

typ.

Resistance

2.7

Ω

typ.
typ.

Inductivity (at 1000 Hz)

1.4

mH

Back EMF

6.9

V·s/m

Nominal power

28

W

Cabling

Internal, no moving cable

A-131.025A1x

A-131.025D1x

A-131.025F1x

max.

Positioning
Integrated sensor

Incremental linear encoder

Incremental linear encoder

Incremental linear encoder

Sensor signal

Sin/cos, 1 V peak-peak,
20 µm signal period

A/B quadrature, TTL

A/B quadrature, TTL

Sensor resolution

1.2 nm (4)

100 nm (5)

500 nm (5)

Bidirectional repeatability

±0.1 µm

±0.1 µm

±0.1 µm

Accuracy (6)

0.2 µm

0.2 µm

0.2 µm

Reference point switch

Home index

Home index

Home index

Reference point switch repeatability

±1 encoder step

±1 encoder step

±1 encoder step

(4)

A-131
Miscellaneous

(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)

Operating pressure (7)

75 to 85 psi (520 to 585 kPa)

Air consumption

<1.0 SCFM (28 SLPM)

Air quality

Clean (filtered to 1.0 μm or better) – ISO 8573-1 Class 1
Oil free – ISO 857-1 Class 1
Dry (–15 °C dew point) – ISO 8573-1 Class 3

Materials

Hardcoat aluminum, stainless steel fasteners

Dependent on the flatness of the surface, on which the stage is mounted.
Can be limited by the payload, controller or drive.
Assumes that the center of gravity is centered no more than 50 mm from the motion platform.
Assumes 16384x interpolation. Contact PI for the use of other factors.
Alternative resolutions on request. Higher resolutions can limit the velocity.
Improved accuracy can be obtained with controller-based error compensation. The stage must be ordered with a controller from PI to reach these values.
To protect the stage against damage, it is recommended to connect an air pressure sensor to the Motion-Stop input of the controller.

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L-306 Compact Precision Z Stage
Compact Design, Multi-Axis Combinations

n C
 ompact
n S
 tepper

design: Surface 63 mm × 63 mm

motors and closed-loop DC motors

n O
 ptional

linear encoder for direct position measurement

n C
 rossed

roller guides, anti-creep

n N
 oncontact

reference and limit switches

L-306, dimensions in mm

Applications
n General
n

Automation

Photonics

>> Linear Encoder
n Scientific

Instrumentation

n Semiconductor

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L-306.011112

L-306.013112

Z stage with 2-phase
stepper motor

Z stage with 2-phase
stepper motor, linear
encoder with A/B
quadrature signal
transmission

Z stage with DC motor,
linear encoder with
A/B quadrature signal
transmission

Unit

Tolerance
Translation Stages

L-306.011100

Motion and positioning
Travel range

13

13

13

Integrated sensor

–

Incremental linear
encoder

Incremental linear
encoder

mm

Sensor resolution

–

5

50

nm

Design resolution

2.5

0.005

0.05

µm

Minimum
incremental motion

2.5

0.1

0.1

µm

typ.

Unidirectional
repeatability

0.5

0.1

0.1

µm

typ.

Bidirectional
repeatability

±2

±0.5

±0.5

µm

typ.

Pitch

±175

±175

±175

µrad

typ.

Yaw

±150

±150

±150

µrad

typ.

Straightness / flatness

±3

±3

±3

µm

typ.

Velocity

5

5

5

mm/s

max.

Reference and limit
switches

Optical

Optical

Optical

Crossed roller guide
with anti-creep system

Crossed roller guide
with anti-creep system

Crossed roller guide
with anti-creep system

Mechanical properties
Guide type
Drive screw type

Ball screw

Ball screw

Ball screw

Drive screw pitch

0.5

0.5

0.5

mm

Push/pull force

20

20

20

N

max.

Holding force, power off

20

20

20

N

typ.

Permissible lateral force

10

10

10

N

max.

Load capacity

20

20

20

N

max.

Permissible torque in
θX, θY

1

1

1

N·m

max.

Permissible torque in θZ

2

2

2

N·m

max.

2-phase stepper motor

2-phase stepper motor

DC motor

Operating temperature
range

5 to 40

5 to 40

5 to 40

Humidity

20 – 80 % rel.,
not condensing

20 – 80 % rel.,
not condensing

20 – 80 % rel.,
not condensing

Material

Anodized aluminum,
steel

Anodized aluminum,
steel

Anodized aluminum,
steel

Drive properties
Motor type
Miscellaneous
°C

Mass

0.6

0.6

0.6

kg

±5 %

Moved mass

0.18

0.18

0.18

kg

±5 %

Connection

HD Sub-D 26 (m) (motor)

HD Sub-D 26 (m)
(motor and encoder)

HD Sub-D 26 (m)
(motor and encoder)

Cable length

0.5

0.5

0.5

Recommended
controllers

C-663.12 (single axis)
SMC Hydra (double axis)
C-885 with C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

C-663.12 (single axis)
SMC Hydra (double axis)
C-885 with C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

C-863 (single axis)
C-884 (up to 6 axes)
C-885 with C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular controller

m

All cables required for operation with the ordered controller are included in the scope of delivery.
The cable length is 3 m. Cable for connecting to other controllers can be ordered as accessory.
Ask about custom designs!

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L-310 Precision Z Stage
Compact Multi-Axis Combinations with Linear and Rotation Stages

n

Travel range 26 mm (1”)

n

High-resolution encoder

n A
 ctiveDrive

DC, DC, BLDC,
and stepper motors

n

Zero-play ball screw

n

MTBF 10000 h

n

Self-locking to 10 kg

Precision-class Z stage

Drive types

High guiding accuracy and stiffness due to ball screws and crossed roller
guides. Stress-relieved aluminum base for highest stability. Vacuum versions
available on request. Noncontact limit and reference point switches (Hall effect).
Reference point switch with direction sensing in the middle of the travel range.

n

n . xxAD

variant: ActiveDrive DC motor for high
velocity: Control via pulse-width-modulated
(PWM) signals, the operating voltage is
attained via an amplifier integrated in the
motor housing.

Highly accurate position measuring with incremental linear encoder
Noncontact optical linear encoders measure the actual position directly at the
motion platform with the greatest accuracy so that nonlinearity, mechanical
play or elastic deformation have no influence on position measuring.

In conjunction with the SMC Hydra controller, versions with stepper motor and
integrated linear encoder (L-310.xASD) achieve repeatable minimum incremental
motion in the range of the sensor resolution. The same configuration attains
constant low velocities of a few sensor increments per second.

Applications
Automation

n Photonics

n

.023xxx variant: DC servo motor

n . 025xxx

Minimum incremental motion and slow motion

n General

.xxSD variant: 2-phase stepper motor for
high torque even at low velocities and high
resolution.

variant: Brushless DC motor (BLDC)
for high rotational velocity. Smooth running
and low wear, therefore higher lifetime.

Position measurement
n

Versions with DC motor: Rotary encoder

n

 ptional: Integrated linear encoder,
O
installed centrically.

>> ActiveDrive
n Scientific

Instrumentation

>> Linear Encoder
>> Vacuum-Compatible Versions

n Semiconductor

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L-310

Unit

Tolerance
Translation Stages

Motion
Active axis

Z

Travel range

26

mm

Pitch / yaw

±150

µrad

typ.

Straightness / flatness

±3

µm

typ.

Velocity

L-310.2xAD: 20
L-310.2xSD: 15
L-310.02xxxx: 50

mm/s

max.

Tolerance

L-310.2ASD
L-310.023211

L-310.24AD
L-310.xxx212

L-310.20AD
L-310.xxx232

L-310.20SD

Unit

Design resolution

0.005

0.05

L-310.20AD: 0.061
L-310.023232: 0.061
L-310.025232: 0.05

5

µm

Integrated sensor

Incremental
linear encoder

Incremental
linear encoder
L-310.025212
additional
rotary encoder

Rotary encoder

–

Sensor signal

Sin/cos,
1 V peak-peak,
20 µm signal
period

A/B quadrature,
TTL

A/B quadrature,
TTL

–

Sensor resolution
rotary encoder

–

L-310.025212:
20000

L-310.20AD: 16384
L-310.023232:
16384
L-310.025232:
20000

–

Cts./rev.

–

µm

Positioning

Sensor resolution
linear encoder

0.05

Minimum incremental
motion

L-310.2ASD: 0.05
L-310.023211: 0.2

L-310.24AD: 0.3
L-310.xxx212: 0.2

0.3

0.3

µm

typ.

Unidirectional
repeatability

L-310.2ASD: 0.1
L-310.023211: 0.2

L-310.24AD: 0.3
L-310.xxx212: 0.2

0.3

0.3

µm

typ.

Bidirectional
repeatability

±0.2

±0.2

±2

±2

µm

typ.

µm

typ.

Unit

Tolerance

Limit switches

Hall effect

Hall effect

Hall effect

Hall effect

Reference point switch
repeatability

2

2

2

2

L-310
Mechanical properties
Drive screw

Ball screw

Drive screw pitch

1

Guide

Crossed roller guide with anti-creep system

mm

Holding force, power off

L-310.2xAD: 30 / L-310.2xSD: 50 / L-310.02xxxx: 30

N

max.

Permissible
lateral force, Fx

100

N

max.

Permissible
lateral force, Fy

50

N

max.

Permissible
torque in θX (Mx)

40

N·m

max.

Permissible
torque in θY (My)

80

N·m

max.

Permissible
torque in θZ (Mz)

80

N·m

max.

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L-310.xxSD

L-310.xxAD

L-310.xx3xxx

L-310.xx5xxx

Motor type

2-phase stepper
motor

DC motor with
PWM control

DC motor

BLDC motor

Operating voltage,
nominal

24

24

24

24

Unit

Tolerance

V

nom.
max.

Drive properties

Operating voltage, max.

48

48

48

48

V

Step resolution

200

–

–

–

Full
steps/rev.

L-310.20SD

L-310.2ASD

L-310.023xxx
L-310.2xAD

L-310.025xxx

Unit

5 to 40

5 to 40

5 to 40

5 to 40

°C

Tolerance

Miscellaneous
Operating temperature
range
Material

Al (black anodized)

Al (black anodized)

Al (black anodized)

Al (black anodized)

MTBF

–

–

–

10000

h

Mass

2.7

2.8

2.7

2.7

kg

±5 %

Moved mass, unloaded

0.9

0.9

0.9

0.9

kg

±5 %

Connection

HD Sub-D 26 (m)

HD Sub-D 26 (m)
(motor) Sub-D 9
(m) (sensor)

L-310.2xAD:
Sub-D 15 (m)
L-310.023232:
HD Sub-D 26 (m)
L-310.023211:
HD Sub-D 26 (m)
(motor), Sub-D 9
(m) (sensor)

HD Sub-D 26 (m)

Recommended
controllers / drivers

C-663.12
(single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular
controller

C-663.12
(single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes
ACS modular
controller

C-863
(single axis)
C-884
(up to 6 axes)
C-885 with
C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular
controller

C-891
(single axis)
C-885 with
C-891.10C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular
controller

All cables required for operation with the ordered controller are included in the scope of delivery. The cable length is 3 m.
Cable for connecting to other controllers can be ordered as accessory.
Ask about custom designs!

Direction of the
axes and torques
for Z stages

130

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Translation Stages

L-310, dimensions in mm

131

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|

POSITIONING

M-501 Precision Z Stage
Compact XYZ Combinations with M-511 Translation Stage Series

n E
 xtremely

high-resolution encoder

n A
 ctiveDrive
n Z
 ero-play

motor

ball screws

n N
 oncontact

limit and reference point switches

n S
 tress-relieved
n S
 elf-locking

aluminum base for highest stability

to 10 kg

M-501, dimensions in mm

Applications
n General
n

Automation

Photonics

>> ActiveDrive
n Scientific

Instrumentation

>> Incremental Encoder

n Semiconductor

Technology Glossary ....................... page 290

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Active axes

M-501.1DG

Z

Z

Unit

Tolerance

Motion and positioning
Travel range

12.5

12.5

Integrated sensor

Rotary encoder

Rotary encoder

mm

Sensor resolution

40960

2048

Cts./rev.

Design resolution

0.024

0.005

µm

Minimum incremental motion

<0.1

<0.1

µm

Unidirectional repeatability

0.1

0.1

µm

Pitch

±150

±150

µrad

Yaw

±150

±150

µrad

Velocity

3

1

mm/s

Reference point switch
repeatability

1

1

µm

Drive screw pitch

1

1

mm

Gear ratio

80/26 (belt drive)

80/26 (belt drive);
(28/12) 4:1 ~ 29.6:1 gearhead

Load capacity

50

100

N

max.

Holding force

20

100

N

max.

Motor type

DC motor with PWM control
(ActiveDrive)

DC gear motor

Operating voltage

24

0 to ±12

V

Motor power

17

4

W

Reference and limit switches

Hall effect

Hall effect

Operating temperature range

10 to 50

–20 to 50

Material

Al (black anodized)

Al (black anodized)

Mass

2.6

2.6

Recommended controllers /
drivers

C-863 (single axis)
C-884 (up to 6 axes)

C-863 (single axis)
C-884 (up to 6 axes)

max.

Mechanical properties

Drive properties

Miscellaneous
°C
kg

±5 %

Ask about custom designs!

133

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POSITIONING

Translation Stages

M-501.1PD

UPL-120 Precision Z Stage
Excellent Accuracy for High Loads

n T
 ravel

range 13 mm (1/2”)

n

Unidirectional repeatability to 0.05 µm

n

Load capacity to 20 kg

n

Integrated optical limit switches

n

Available with direct-measuring encoder

n

Crossed roller guide, anti-creep

Reference-class Z stage
Extremely accurate and reliable positioning. Crossed roller guides for smooth
feed at high loads. Stress-relieved aluminum base for highest stability. Drive
variants with DC motor and 2-phase stepper motor. Noncontact limit switches.
Highly accurate position measuring with incremental linear encoder
Noncontact optical linear encoders measure the actual position directly at the
motion platform with the greatest accuracy so that nonlinearity, mechanical
play or elastic deformation have no influence on position measuring.
Crossed roller guide
With crossed roller guides, the point contact of the balls in ball guides is
replaced by line contact of the hardened rollers. Consequently, they are considerably stiffer and need less preload, which reduces friction and allows smoother running. Crossed roller guides are also distinguished by high guiding accuracy and load capacity. Force-guided rolling element cages prevent cage creep.

Applications
n General

Automation

n Photonics

>> Linear Encoder
n

Scientific Instrumentation

n

Semiconductor
Technology Glossary ....................... page 290

134

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Active axes

6635921030

6635911130

6635921130-0001

Z stage with
DC motor and
rotary encoder

Z stage with
stepper motor

Z stage with
DC motor,
linear and
rotary encoder

Z stage with
stepper motor
and linear
encoder

Z

Z

Z

Z

Unit

Tolerance

Motion and positioning
Travel range

13

13

13

13

Integrated sensor

Rotary encoder

–

Linear encoder
Rotary encoder

Linear encoder

Sensor signal rotary
encoder

A/B quadrature,
RS-422

–

A/B quadrature,
RS-422

–

Sensor signal linear
encoder

–

–

A/B quadrature,
RS-422

Sin/cos,
1 V peak-peak,
20 µm signal
period

mm

Design resolution

0.013

1.34

0.05

0.005

µm

Sensor resolution
rotary encoder

20000

–

20000

–

Cts./rev.

Sensor resolution
linear encoder

–

–

0.05

–

µm

Minimum incremental
motion

0.1

0.1

0.1

0.05

µm

typ.

Unidirectional
repeatability

0.1

0.1

0.1

0.05

µm

typ.

Bidirectional
repeatability

±2

±2

±0.1

±0.05

µm

typ.

Pitch

±100

±100

±100

±100

µrad

typ.

Yaw

±100

±100

±100

±100

µrad

typ.

Straightness

±3.0

±3.0

±3.0

±3.0

µm

typ.

Flatness

±3.0

±3.0

±3.0

±3.0

µm

typ.

Velocity

6

3

6

3

mm/s

max.

Reference point switch
repeatability

<1

<1

<1

<1

µm

typ.

Crossed roller
guide with anticreep system

Crossed roller
guide with anticreep system

Crossed roller
guide with anticreep system

Crossed roller
guide with anticreep system

Mechanical properties
Guide type
Drive screw type

Ball screw

Ball screw

Ball screw

Ball screw

Drive screw pitch

1

1

1

1

Gear ratio

2911:780

2911:780

2911:780

2911:780

Push/pull force,
power on

200

200

200

200

mm
N

max.

Holding force, power off

40

80

40

80

N

typ.

Load capacity

200
150

200
150

200
150

200
150

N
N

max.
max.

Permissible torque Mx
in θx

130

130

130

130

N·m

max.

Permissible torque My
in θy

38

38

38

38

N·m

max.

Permissible torque Mz
in θZ

150

150

150

150

N·m

max.

Permissible lateral force
Fy in Y

135

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|

POSITIONING

Translation Stages

6635911030

6635911030

6635921030

6635911130

6635921130-0001

Unit

Tolerance

Motor type

DC motor

2-phase
stepper motor

DC motor

2-phase
stepper motor

Step resolution

–

200

–

200

Full steps/
rev.

Operating voltage,
nominal

24

24

24

24

V

nom.

V

max.

Drive properties

Operating voltage, max.

48

48

48

48

Limit switches

Optical

Optical

Optical

Optical

5 to 40

5 to 40

5 to 40

5 to 40

Miscellaneous
Operating temperature
range

°C

Mass

2.4

2.3

2.4

2.4

kg

±5 %

Moved mass

1.3

1.3

1.3

1.3

kg

±5 %

Material

Aluminum,
black anodized

Aluminum,
black anodized

Aluminum,
black anodized

Aluminum,
black anodized

Connection

HD Sub-D 15 (m)

HD Sub-D 15 (m)

Motor:
HD Sub-D 15 (m)
Sensor:
Sub-D 9 (m)

Motor:
HD Sub-D 15 (m)
Sensor:
Sub-D 9 (m)

Recommended
controllers / drivers

C-863
(single axis)
C-884
(up to 6 axes)
C-885 with
C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular
controller

C-663.12
(single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular
controller

C-863
(single axis)
C-884
(up to 6 axes)
C-885 with
C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular
controller

C-663.12
(single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular
controller

Connecting cables for motor and sensor are not in the scope of delivery and must be ordered separately.
Ask about custom designs!

UPL-120, DC motor,
dimensions in mm

UPL-120, stepper motor,
dimensions in mm

136

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Direction of the
axes and torques
for Z stages

Translation Stages
UPL-120, dimensions in mm

137

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|

POSITIONING

XY Stages

138

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L-731 Precision XY Stage ...............................................................................................	 140
V-731 PIMag® High-Precision XY Stage ..........................................................................	 144
L-741 Precision XY Stage ...............................................................................................	 146
V-741 PIMag® High-Precision XY Stage ..........................................................................	 150
L-738 Precision XY Stage ...............................................................................................	 152
V-738 PIMag® High-Precision XY Stage ..........................................................................	 156

PIglide XY Stages with Air Bearings ........................................................................................................................................ 158
A-311 PIglide IS Planar Scanner with Air Bearing ..........................................................	 158
A-322 PIglide HS Planar Scanner with Air Bearing .........................................................	 160

139

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|

POSITIONING

XY Stages

XY Stages with Mechanical Bearings ....................................................................................................................................... 140

L-731 Precision XY Stage
High Travel Accuracy and Stability

n T
 ravel

range 205 mm × 205 mm (8”)

n U
 nidirectional

repeatability to 0.05 µm

n V
 elocity

to 90 mm/s

n 2
 -phase

stepper motor or DC motors

n I ncremental

encoder with 1 nm resolution

n R
 otary

encoder with 20000 impulses/
r­ evolution

n C
 rossed

Highly accurate position measuring with incremental linear encoder

Drive types

Noncontact optical linear encoders measure the actual position directly at the
motion platform with the greatest accuracy so that nonlinearity, ­mechanical
play or elastic deformation have no influence on position measuring.
Optical limit and reference point switches.

n 2
 -phase

roller guide, anti-creep

stepper motor for high torque even
at low velocities and higher resolution

n D
 C

motor for high velocity constancy, low
vibration, and high velocities

Other travel ranges on request.

Crossed roller guide
With crossed roller guides, the point contact of the balls in ball guides
is replaced by line contact of the hardened rollers. Consequently, they are
­considerably stiffer and need less preload, which reduces friction and allows
smoother running. Crossed roller guides are also distinguished by high ­guiding
accuracy and load capacity. Force-guided rolling element cages prevent cage
creep.

Applications

>> Incremental Encoder

n Biotechnology

n

Medical Industry

n Laser

Cutting

n

Metrology / Testing

n Laser

Marking
Technology Glossary ....................... page 290

140

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Stages with DC motor

L-731.093111 / L-731.093112 / L-731.093132

Unit

Tolerance

Motion
X, Y

Travel range

205 × 205

mm

Angular error xry (pitch)

±50

µrad

typ.

Angular error xrz (yaw)

±30

µrad

typ.

Angular error yrx (pitch)

±40

µrad

typ.

Angular error yrz (yaw)

±30

µrad

typ.

Straightness / flatness

±2

µm

typ.

Orthogonality

±96.963

µrad

typ.

Velocity

L-731.093111 / L-731.093112: 50
L-731.093132: 90

mm/s

max.

Stages with DC motor

L-731.093111

L-731.093112

L-731.093132

Unit

Tolerance

Integrated sensor

Incremental linear
encoder

Incremental linear
encoder

Incremental rotary
encoder

Sensor signal

Sin/cos, 1 V peakpeak, 20 µm signal
period

A/B quadrature,
TTL

A/B quadrature,
TTL

Design resolution

0.001

0.01

0.1

µm

Sensor resolution rotary encoder

–

–

20000

Cts./rev.

Minimum incremental motion

0.1

0.5

0.8

µm

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

0.1

0.5

0.8

µm

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±0.5

±0.5

±2.5

µm

typ.

Reference point switch repeatability

<1

<1

<1

µm

typ.

Reference and limit switches

Optical

Optical

Optical

Stages with DC motor

L-731.093xxx

Unit

Tolerance

XY Stages

Active axes

Positioning

Mechanical properties
Drive screw type

Ball screw

Drive screw pitch

2

Guide type

Crossed roller guide with anti-creep system

mm

Load capacity

200

N

max.

Permissible torque Mx in θX

125

N·m

max.

Permissible torque My in θY

125

N·m

max.

Permissible torque Mz in θZ

125

N·m

max.

Drive properties
Motor type

DC motor

Operating voltage, nominal

24

V

nom.

Operating voltage, max.

48

V

max.

141

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|

POSITIONING

Stages with DC motor

L-731.093111

L-731.093112 / L-731.093132

Unit

Tolerance

Operating temperature range

5 to 40

5 to 40

°C

Material

Aluminum, black anodized

Aluminum, black anodized

Mass

16

16

kg

±5 %

Moved mass in X, unloaded

12

12

kg

±5 %

Moved mass in Y, unloaded

3.5

3.5

kg

±5 %

Connection

2 × HD Sub-D 26 (m) (motor)
2 × Sub-D 15 (f) (sensor)

2 × HD Sub-D 26 (m)
(motor/sensor)

Recommended controllers / drivers

SMC Hydra (double axis)
C-891 (single axis)
C-885 with C-891.10C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

C-863 (single axis)
C-884 (up to 6 axes)
C-885 with C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular controller

Stages with stepper motor

L-731.40SD / L-731.44SD / L-731.4ASD

Unit

Tolerance

Miscellaneous

Motion
Active axes

X, Y

Travel range

205 × 205

mm

Angular error xry (pitch)

±50

µrad

typ.

Angular error xrz (yaw)

±30

µrad

typ.

Angular error yrx (pitch)

±40

µrad

typ.

Angular error yrz (yaw)

±30

µrad

typ.

Straightness / flatness

±2

µm

typ.

Orthogonality

±96.963

µrad

typ.

Velocity

45

mm/s

max.

Stages with stepper motor

L-731.40SD

L-731.44SD

L-731.4ASD

Unit

Tolerance

Integrated sensor

–

Incremental linear
encoder

Incremental linear
encoder

Sensor signal

–

A/B quadrature,
TTL

Sin/cos, 1 V
­peak-peak, 20 µm
signal period

Design resolution

10.0

0.01

0.001

µm

Minimum incremental motion

1

0.05

0.05

µm

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

1

0.05

0.05

µm

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±2.5

±0.5

±0.5

µm

typ.

Reference and limit switches

Optical

Optical

Optical

Stages with stepper motor

L-731.4xSD

Unit

Tolerance

Positioning

Mechanical properties
Drive screw type

Ball screw

Drive screw pitch

2

Guide type

Crossed roller guide with anti-creep system

mm

Load capacity

200

N

max.

Permissible torque Mx in θX

125

N·m

max.

Permissible torque My in θY

125

N·m

max.

Permissible torque Mz in θZ

125

N·m

max.

Drive properties
Motor type

Stepper motor, 2-phase

Operating voltage, nominal

24

V

nom.

Operating voltage, max.

48

V

max.

Stepper motor

200

Full steps/
rev.

142

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Stages with stepper motor

L-731.40SD / L-731.44SD

L-731.4ASD

Unit
°C

Tolerance

Operating temperature range

5 to 40

5 to 40

Material

Aluminum, black anodized

Aluminum, black anodized

Mass

15.5

15.5

kg

±5 %

Moved mass in X, unloaded

12

12

kg

±5 %

kg

±5 %

Moved mass in Y, unloaded

3.5

3.5

Connection

L-731.40SD: 2 × HD Sub-D
26 (m) (motor)
L-731.44SD: 2 × HD Sub-D
26 (m) (motor/sensor)

2 × HD Sub-D 26 (m) (motor)
2 × Sub-D 15 (f) (sensor)

Recommended controllers / drivers

C-663.12 (single axis)
SMC Hydra (double axis)
C-885 with C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

SMC Hydra (double axis)
ACS modular controller

XY Stages

Miscellaneous

All cables required for operation with the ordered controller are included in the scope of delivery.
The cable length is 3 m. Cable for connecting to other controllers can be ordered as accessory.
Ask about custom designs!

L-731, dimensions in mm

143

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POSITIONING

V-731 PIMag® High-Precision XY Stage
High Travel Accuracy and Stability, Magnetic Direct Drive

n

Travel range 205 mm × 205 mm (8”)

n

Unidirectional repeatability to 0.1 µm

n

Ironless 3-phase linear motor

n

Velocity to 200 mm/s

n I ncremental
n

linear encoder with 1 nm resolution

Crossed roller guides, anti-creep

V-731, dimensions in mm

Applications
n Automated

>> Incremental Encoder

Optical Inspection (AOI)

n

Medical Industry

n Biotechnology

n

Metrology / Testing

n Laser

Cutting

n

Scanning

n Laser

Marking

>> PIMag® Magnetic Linear Motors

Technology Glossary ....................... page 290

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V-731.096111

Unit

Tolerance

Motion and positioning
X, Y

Travel range

205 × 205

Integrated sensor

Incremental linear encoder

mm

Design resolution

0.001

Sensor signal

Sin/cos, 1 V peak-peak,
20 µm signal period

µm

Minimum incremental motion

0.02

µm

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

0.1

µm

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±0.25

µm

typ.

Angular error xry (pitch)

±50

µrad

typ.

Angular error xrz (yaw)

±30

µrad

typ.

Angular error yrx (pitch)

±40

µrad

typ.

Angular error yrz (yaw)

±30

µrad

typ.

Orthogonality

±96.963

µrad

typ.

Straightness / flatness

±2

µm

typ.

Velocity

200

mm/s

max.

Acceleration in X, without load

5

m/s²

max.

Acceleration in Y, without load

15

m/s²

max.

Reference and limit switches

Optical

XY Stages

Active axes

Mechanical properties
Load capacity

50

N

max.

Permissible torque in θX, θY

125

N·m

max.

Permissible torque in θZ

125

N·m

max.

Guide

Crossed roller guide with
anti-creep system

Drive properties
Motor type

Ironless 3-phase linear motor

Operating voltage, nominal

48

V

nom.

Operating voltage, max.

48

V

max.

Peak force

80

N

max.

Nominal force

29

N

typ.

Peak current, effective

5

A

typ.

Nominal current, effective

1.5

A

typ.

Force constant, effective

19.9

N/A

typ.

Motor constant

4.89

N/√W

typ.

Electrical time constant

0.4

ms

Resistance phase-phase

11

Ω

typ.

Inductance phase-phase

3.6

mH

typ.

Back EMF phase-phase

16

V·s/m

max.

Pole pitch N-N

30

mm
°C

Miscellaneous
Operating temperature range

5 to 40

Material

Aluminum, black anodized

Moved mass in X

15.4

kg

±5 %

Moved mass in Y

5.6

kg

±5 %

Overall mass

19.4

kg

±5 %

MTBF

20000

h

Connection

2 × HD Sub-D 26 (m) (motor)
2 × Sub-D 15 (f) (sensor)

Recommended controller

SMC Hydra (double axis)
C-891 (single axis)
C-885 with C-891.10C885 (up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

All cables required for operation with the ordered controller are included in the scope of delivery.
The cable length is 3 m. Cable for connecting to other controllers can be ordered as accessory.
Ask about custom designs!

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POSITIONING

L-741 Precision XY Stage
High Travel Accuracy and Stability, 305 × 305 mm Travel Range

n T
 ravel

range 305 mm × 305 mm (12”)

n U
 nidirectional

repeatability to 0.05 µm

n V
 elocity

to 90 mm/s

n 2
 -phase

stepper motors or DC motors

n Incremental

n R
 otary

linear encoder with 1 nm resolution

encoder with 20000 impulses/revolution

n C
 rossed

Highly accurate position measuring with incremental linear encoder

Drive types

Noncontact optical linear encoders measure the actual position directly at
the motion platform with the greatest accuracy so that nonlinearity, mechanical play or elastic deformation have no influence on position measuring.
Optical limit and reference point switches.

n 2
 -phase

roller guide, anti-creep

stepper motor for high torque even
at low velocities and higher resolution

n D
 C

motor for high velocity constancy, low
vibration, and high velocities

Other travel ranges on request.

Crossed roller guide
With crossed roller guides, the point contact of the balls in ball guides is
replaced by line contact of the hardened rollers. Consequently, they are
­considerably stiffer and need less preload, which reduces friction and allows
smoother running. Crossed roller guides are also distinguished by high guiding accuracy and load capacity. Force-guided rolling element cages prevent
cage creep.

Applications

>> Incremental Encoder

n Biotechnology

n

Medical Industry

n Laser

Cutting

n

Metrology / Testing

n Laser

Marking
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Stages with DC motor

L-741.133111 / L-741.133112 / L-741.133132

Unit

Tolerance

Motion
X, Y

Travel range

305 × 305

mm

Angular error xry (pitch)

±60

µrad

typ.

Angular error xrz (yaw)

±40

µrad

typ.

Angular error yrx (pitch)

±60

µrad

typ.

Angular error yrz (yaw)

±40

µrad

typ.

Straightness / flatness

±4

µm

typ.

Orthogonality

±96.963

µrad

typ.

Velocity

L-741.133111 / L-741.133112: 50
L-741.133132: 90

mm/s

max.

Stages with DC motor

L-741.133111

L-741.133112

L-741.133132

Unit

Tolerance

Integrated sensor

Incremental linear
encoder

Incremental linear
encoder

Incremental rotary
encoder

Sensor signal

Sin/cos, 1 V peakpeak, 20 µm signal
period

A/B quadrature,
TTL

A/B quadrature,
TTL

Design resolution

0.001

0.01

0.1

µm

Sensor resolution rotary encoder

–

–

20000

Cts./rev.

Minimum incremental motion

0.1

0.5

0.8

µm

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

0.1

0.5

0.8

µm

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±0.5

±0.5

±2.5

µm

typ.

Reference point switch repeatability

<1

<1

<1

µm

typ.

Reference and limit switches

Optical

Optical

Optical

Stages with DC motor

L-741.133xxx

Unit

Tolerance

XY Stages

Active axes

Positioning

Mechanical properties
Drive screw type

Ball screw

Drive screw pitch

2

Guide type

Crossed roller guide with anti-creep system

mm

Load capacity

200

N

max.

Permissible torque Mx in θX

125

N·m

max.

Permissible torque My in θY

125

N·m

max.

Permissible torque Mz in θZ

125

N·m

max.

Drive properties
Motor type

DC motor

Operating voltage, nominal

24

V

nom.

Operating voltage, max.

48

V

max.

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Stages with DC motor

L-741.133111

L-741.133112 / L-741.133132

Unit

Tolerance

Operating temperature range

5 to 40

5 to 40

°C

Material

Aluminum, black anodized

Aluminum, black anodized

Mass

28

28

kg

±5 %

Moved mass in X, unloaded

20.2

20.2

kg

±5 %

Moved mass in Y, unloaded

6.1

6.1

kg

±5 %

Connection

2 × HD Sub-D 26 (m) (motor)
2 × Sub-D 15 (f) (sensor)

2 × HD Sub-D 26 (m)
(motor/sensor)

Recommended controllers / drivers

SMC Hydra (double axis)
C-891 (single axis)
C-885 with C-891.10C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

C-863 (single axis)
C-884 (up to 6 axes)
C-885 with C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular controller

Stages with stepper motor

L-741.131100 / L-741.131111 / L-741.131112

Unit

Tolerance

Miscellaneous

Motion
Active axes

X, Y

Travel range

305 × 305

mm

Angular error xry (pitch)

±60

µrad

typ.

Angular error xrz (yaw)

±40

µrad

typ.

Angular error yrx (pitch)

±60

µrad

typ.

Angular error yrz (yaw)

±40

µrad

typ.

Straightness / flatness

±4

µm

typ.

Orthogonality

±96.963

µrad

typ.

Velocity

45

mm/s

max.

Stages with stepper motor

L-741.131100

L-741.131111

L-741.131112

Unit

Tolerance

Integrated sensor

–

Incremental linear
encoder

Incremental linear
encoder

Sensor signal

–

Sin/cos, 1 V peakpeak, 20 µm signal
period

A/B quadrature,
TTL

Design resolution

10.0

0.001

0.01

µm

Sensor resolution rotary encoder

–

–

–

Cts./rev.

Sensor resolution linear encoder

–

0.001

0.01

µm

Minimum incremental motion

1

0.05

0.05

µm

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

1

0.05

0.05

µm

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±2.5

±0.5

±0.5

µm

typ.

Reference point switch repeatability

<1

<1

<1

µm

typ.

Reference and limit switches

Optical

Optical

Optical

Stages with stepper motor

L-741.131xxx

Unit

Tolerance

Positioning

Mechanical properties
Drive screw type

Ball screw

Drive screw pitch

2

Guide type

Crossed roller guide with anti-creep system

mm

Load capacity

200

N

max.

Permissible torque Mx in θX

125

N·m

max.

Permissible torque My in θY

125

N·m

max.

Permissible torque Mz in θZ

125

N·m

max.

Drive properties
Motor type

Stepper motor, 2-phase

Operating voltage, nominal

24

V

nom.

Operating voltage, max.

48

V

max.

Step resolution

200

Full steps/
rev.

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L-741.131100 / L-741.131112

L-741.131111

Unit

Tolerance

Operating temperature range

5 to 40

5 to 40

°C

Material

Aluminum, black anodized

Aluminum, black anodized

Mass

27.5

27.5

kg

±5 %

Moved mass in X, unloaded

19.9

19.9

kg

±5 %

Moved mass in Y, unloaded

6.1

6.1

kg

±5 %

Connection

L-741.131100. 2 × HD Sub-D
26 (m) (motor)
L-741.131112. 2 × HD Sub-D
26 (m) (motor/sensor)

2 × HD Sub-D 26 (m) (motor)
2 × Sub-D 15 (f) (sensor)

Recommended controllers / drivers

C-663.12 (single axis)
SMC Hydra (double axis)
C-885 with C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

SMC Hydra (double axis)
ACS modular controller

XY Stages

Miscellaneous

All cables required for operation with the ordered controller are included in the scope of delivery.
The cable length is 3 m. Cable for connecting to other controllers can be ordered as accessory.
Ask about custom designs!

L-741, dimensions in mm

149

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V-741 PIMag® High-Precision XY Stage
High Travel Accuracy and Stability, 305 mm × 305 mm Travel Range, Magnetic Direct Drive

n

Travel range 305 mm × 305 mm (12”)

n

Unidirectional repeatability to 0.1 µm

n

Ironless 3-phase linear motor

n

Velocity to 200 mm/s

n I ncremental
n

linear encoder with 1 nm resolution

Crossed roller guides, anti-creep

V-741, dimensions in mm

Applications
n Automated

>> Linear Encoder

Optical Inspection (AOI)

n

Medical Industry

n Biotechnology

n

Metrology / Testing

n Laser

Cutting

n

Scanning

n Laser

Marking

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V-741.136111

Unit

Tolerance

Motion and positioning
X, Y

Travel range

305 × 305

Integrated sensor

Incremental linear encoder

mm

Design resolution

0.001

Sensor signal

Sin/cos, 1 V peak-peak,
20 µm signal period

µm

Minimum incremental motion

0.02

µm

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

0.1

µm

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±0.25

µm

typ.

Angular error xry (pitch)

±70

µrad

typ.

Angular error xrz (yaw)

±50

µrad

typ.

Angular error yrx (pitch)

±60

µrad

typ.

Angular error yrz (yaw)

±50

µrad

typ.

Orthogonality

±96.963

µrad

typ.

Straightness / flatness

±3

µm

typ.

Velocity

200

mm/s

max.

Acceleration in X, without load

3

m/s²

max.

Acceleration in Y, without load

9

m/s²

max.

Reference and limit switches

Optical

XY Stages

Active axes

Mechanical properties
Load capacity

50

N

max.

Permissible torque in θX, θY

125

N·m

max.

Permissible torque in θZ

125

N·m

max.

Guide

Crossed roller guide with
anti-creep system

Drive properties
Motor type

Ironless 3-phase linear motor

Operating voltage, nominal

48

V

nom.

Operating voltage, max.

48

V

max.

Peak force

80

N

max.

Nominal force

29

N

typ.

Peak current, effective

5

A

typ.

Nominal current, effective

1.5

A

typ.

Force constant, effective

19.9

N/A

typ.

Motor constant

4.89

N/√W

typ.

Electrical time constant

0.4

ms

Resistance phase-phase

11

Ω

typ.

Inductance phase-phase

3.6

mH

typ.

Back EMF phase-phase

16

V·s/m

max.

Pole pitch N-N

30

mm
°C

Miscellaneous
Operating temperature range

5 to 40

Material

Aluminum, black anodized

Moved mass in X

25.5

kg

±5 %

Moved mass in Y

9.2

kg

±5 %

Overall mass

33

kg

±5 %

MTBF

20000

h

Connection

2 × HD Sub-D 26 (m) (motor)
2 × Sub-D 15 (f) (sensor)

Recommended controller

SMC Hydra (double axis)
C-891 (single axis)
C-885 with C-891.10C885 (up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

All cables required for operation with the ordered controller are included in the scope of delivery.
The cable length is 3 m. Cable for connecting to other controllers can be ordered as accessory.
Ask about custom designs!

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L-738 Precision XY Stage
Clear Aperture, High Travel Accuracy, and Stability

n T
 ravel
n L
 arge

range 102 mm × 102 mm (4”)
aperture, 150 mm × 150 mm

n U
 nidirectional

repeatability to 0.05 µm

n V
 elocity

to 90 mm/s

n 2
 -phase

stepper motors, DC motors

n I ncremental

linear encoder with
1 nm resolution

Highly accurate position measuring with incremental linear encoder

Drive types

Noncontact optical linear encoders measure the actual position directly at the
motion platform with the greatest accuracy so that nonlinearity, mechanical
play or elastic deformation have no influence on position measuring. Optical
reference points and limit switches.

n 2
 -phase

stepper motor for high torque even
at low velocities and higher resolution

n D
 C

motor for high velocity constancy, low
vibration, and high velocities

Recirculating ball bearings
When carefully assembled, recirculating ball bearings are distinguished by a
beneficial combination of high load capacity, lifetime, maintenance-free operation, and guiding accuracy. The moving part of the stages is supported by four
preloaded linear ball bearing units which run on two guide rails. Each bearing
unit is made up of two independent rows of circulating ball bearings.

Applications

>> Incremental Encoder

n Biotechnology

n

Medical Industry

n Laser

Cutting

n

Metrology / Testing

n Laser

Marking
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Stages with DC motor

L-738.053111 / L-738.053112 / L-738.053132

Unit

Tolerance

Motion
X, Y

Travel range

102 × 102

mm

Angular error xry (pitch)

±40

µrad

typ.

Angular error xrz (yaw)

±20

µrad

typ.

Angular error yrx (pitch)

±40

µrad

typ.

Angular error yrz (yaw)

±20

µrad

typ.

Straightness / flatness

±2

µm

typ.

Orthogonality

±96.963

µrad

typ.

Velocity

L-738.053111 / L-738.053112: 50
L-738.053132: 90

mm/s

max.

Stages with DC motor

L-738.053111

L-738.053112

L-738.053132

Unit

Tolerance

Integrated sensor

Incremental linear
encoder

Incremental linear
encoder

Incremental rotary
encoder

Sensor signal

Sin/cos, 1 V peakpeak, 20 µm signal
period

A/B quadrature,
TTL

A/B quadrature,
TTL

Design resolution

0.001

0.01

0.1

µm

Sensor resolution rotary encoder

–

–

20000

Cts./rev.

Minimum incremental motion

0.1

0.1

0.4

µm

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

0.1

0.1

0.4

µm

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±0.5

±0.5

±2

µm

typ.

Reference point switch repeatability

<1

<1

<1

µm

typ.

Reference and limit switches

Optical

Optical

Optical

Stages with DC motor

L-738.053xxx

Unit

Tolerance

XY Stages

Active axes

Positioning

Mechanical properties
Drive screw type

Ball screw

Drive screw pitch

2

Guide type

Recirculating ball bearing

Holding force, power off

20

N

typ.

Push/pull force Fx, Fy power on

100

N

max.

Load capacity

200

N

max.

Permissible torque Mx in θX

130

N·m

max.

Permissible torque My in θY

130

N·m

max.

Permissible torque Mz in θZ

90

N·m

max.

mm

Drive properties
Motor type

DC motor

Operating voltage, nominal

24

V

nom.

Operating voltage, max.

48

V

max.

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Stages with DC motor
Miscellaneous
Operating temperature range
Material
Mass
Moved mass in X, unloaded
Moved mass in Y, unloaded
Connection
Recommended controllers / drivers

Stages with stepper motor

L-738.053111

L-738.053112 / L-738.053132

Unit

5 to 40
Aluminum, black anodized
24
14.6
5.8
2 × HD Sub-D 26 (m) (motor)
2 × Sub-D 15 (f) (sensor)
SMC Hydra (double axis)
C-891 (single axis)
C-885 with C-891.10C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

5 to 40
Aluminum, black anodized
24
14.6
5.8
2 × HD Sub-D 26 (m)
(motor/sensor)
C-863 (single axis)
C-884 (up to 6 axes)
C-885 with C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular controller

°C

L-738.051100 / L-738.051111 / L-738.051112

Tolerance

kg
kg
kg

±5 %
±5 %
±5 %

Unit

Tolerance

Motion
Active axes

X, Y

Travel range

102 × 102

mm

Angular error xry (pitch)

±40

µrad

typ.

Angular error xrz (yaw)

±20

µrad

typ.

Angular error yrx (pitch)

±40

µrad

typ.

Angular error yrz (yaw)

±20

µrad

typ.

Straightness / flatness

±2

µm

typ.

Orthogonality

±96.963

µrad

typ.

Velocity

35

mm/s

max.

Stages with stepper motor

L-738.051100

L-738.051111

L-738.051112

Unit

Tolerance

Integrated sensor

–

Incremental linear
encoder

Incremental linear
encoder

Sensor signal

–

Sin/cos, 1 V peakpeak, 20 µm signal
period

A/B quadrature,
TTL

Design resolution

10.0

0.001

0.01

µm

Minimum incremental motion

0.2

0.05

0.05

µm

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

0.2

0.05

0.05

µm

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±2

±0.5

±0.5

µm

typ.

Reference point switch repeatability

<1

<1

<1

µm

typ.

Reference and limit switches

Optical

Optical

Optical

Stages with stepper motor

L-738.051xxx

Unit

Tolerance

Positioning

Mechanical properties
Drive screw type

Ball screw

Drive screw pitch

2

Guide type

Recirculating ball bearing

mm

Holding force, power off

60

N

typ.

Push/pull force FX, FY power on

100

N

max.

Load capacity

200

N

max.

Permissible torque Mx in θX

130

N·m

max.

Permissible torque My in θY

130

N·m

max.

Permissible torque Mz in θZ

90

N·m

max.

Drive properties
Motor type

Stepper motor, 2-phase

Operating voltage, nominal

24

V

nom.

Operating voltage, max.

48

V

max.

Step resolution

200

Full steps/
rev.

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L-738.051100

L-738.051111

L-738.051112

Unit

Tolerance

Operating temperature range

5 to 40

5 to 40

5 to 40

°C

Material

Aluminum,
black anodized

Aluminum, b
lack anodized

Aluminum,
black anodized

Mass

22

22

22

kg

±5 %

Moved mass in X, unloaded

13.8

13.8

13.8

kg

±5 %

Moved mass in Y, unloaded

5.8

5.8

5.8

kg

±5 %

Connection

2 × HD Sub-D
26 (m) (motor)

2 × HD Sub-D
26 (m) (motor)
2 × Sub-D
15 (f) (sensor)

2 × HD Sub-D
26 (m) (motor/
sensor)

Recommended controllers / drivers

C-663.12
(single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular
controller

SMC Hydra
(double axis)
ACS modular
controller

C-663.12
(single axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular
controller

XY Stages

Miscellaneous

All cables required for operation with the ordered controller are included in the scope of delivery.
The cable length is 3 m. Cable for connecting to other controllers can be ordered as accessory.
Ask about custom designs!

L-738, dimensions in mm

155

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V-738 PIMag® High-Precision XY Stage
Clear Aperture, High Travel Accuracy and Stability, Magnetic Direct Drive

n

Travel range 102 mm × 102 mm (4”)

n

Large aperture, 150 mm × 150 mm

n

Unidirectional repeatability to 0.1 µm

n

Velocity to 500 mm/s

n

Ironless 3-phase linear motor

n

Incremental linear encoder with 1 nm resolution

V-738, dimensions in mm

Applications
n Automated

>> Incremental Encoder

Optical Inspection (AOI)

n

Medical Industry

n Biotechnology

n

Metrology / Testing

n Laser

Cutting

n

Scanning

n Laser

Marking

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V-738.056111

Unit

Travel range

102 × 102

mm

Integrated sensor

Incremental linear encoder

Tolerance

Motion and positioning

0.001
Sin/cos, 1 V peak-peak,
20 µm signal period

µm

Minimum incremental motion

0.02

µm

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

0.1

µm

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±0.25

µm

typ.

Angular error xry (pitch)

±40

µrad

typ.

Angular error xrz (yaw)

±20

µrad

typ.

Angular error yrx (pitch)

±40

µrad

typ.

Angular error yrz (yaw)

±20

µrad

typ.

Straightness / flatness

±2

µm

typ.

Orthogonality

±96.963

µrad

typ.

Velocity

500

mm/s

max.

Acceleration in X, Y, without load

10

m/s²

max.

Reference and limit switches

Optical

XY Stages

Design resolution
Sensor signal

Mechanical properties
Load capacity

100

N

max.

Permissible torque in θX, θY

130

N·m

max.

Permissible torque in θZ

90

N·m

max.

Guide

Recirculating ball bearing

Drive properties
Motor type

Ironless 3-phase linear motor

Operating voltage, nominal

48

V

nom.

Operating voltage, max.

48

V

max.

Peak force

200

N

max.

Nominal force

87

N

typ.

Peak current, effective

15

A

typ.

Nominal current, effective

4.4

A

typ.

Motor constant

71

N/√W

typ.

Electrical time constant

0.4

ms

Resistance phase-phase

3.6

Ω

typ.

Inductance phase-phase

1.2

mH

typ.

Back EMF phase-phase

16

V·s/m

max.

Pole pitch N-N

30

mm
°C

Miscellaneous
Operating temperature range

5 to 40

Material

Aluminum, black anodized

Moved mass in X, unloaded

16.8

kg

±5 %

Moved mass in Y, unloaded

8

kg

±5 %

Overall mass

24

kg

±5 %

Connection

2 × HD Sub-D 26 (m) (motor)
2 × Sub-D 15 (f) (sensor)

h

Recommended controller

SMC Hydra (double axis)
C-891 (single axis)
C-885 with C-891.10C885 (up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

All cables required for operation with the ordered controller are included in the scope of delivery.
The cable length is 3 m. Cable for connecting to other controllers can be ordered as accessory.
Ask about custom designs!

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A-311 PIglide IS Planar Scanner with Air Bearing
High-Performance, Compact XY Nanopositioning System

n I deal

for scanning applications or
high-precision positioning

n C
 leanroom
n T
 ravel
n L
 oad
n L
 ow

compatible

ranges to 200 mm × 200 mm

capacity to 147 N

profile

n R
 esolution
n O
 ptional

to 1 nm

granite base plates

A-311.xxx, dimensions in mm

A-311.Dxx
A-311.Axx
A-311.Bxx
A-311.Cxx

Applications
n Electronics
n Laser

A

B

C

D

E

F

300
350
400
450

232
282
332
382

100
150
200
250

275
325
375
425

25
50
75
100

30
55
80
105

>> Absolute Encoder

Manufacturing

Marking

n

Scientific Instrumentation

>> Incremental Encoder

n

Semiconductor

>> PIglide Air Bearing Technology
>> PIMag® Magnetic Linear Motors

n Scanning

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A-311.Dxx

A-311.Axx

A-311.Bxx

A-311.Cxx

Unit

Tolerance

Travel range

50 × 50

100 × 100

150 × 150

200 × 200

mm

Pitch (1)

20

30

40

50

µrad

max.

Yaw (1)

5

10

15

20

µrad

max.

Straightness (1)

±0.25

±0.25

±0.5

±0.5

µm

max.

Straightness per 10 mm
travel range (1)

±10

±10

±10

±10

nm

max.

Flatness (1)

±0.5

±0.5

±1

±1

µm

max.

Flatness per 10 mm travel
range (1)

±10

±10

±10

±10

nm

max.

XY orthogonality

25

25

25

25

µrad

max.

Velocity, unloaded (2)

2

2

2

2

m/s

max.

Acceleration of the upper axis,
unloaded (2)

27.5

27.5

27.5

27.5

m/s²

max.

Acceleration of the lower axis,
unloaded (2)

15

13

11

10

m/s²

max.

Load capacity in z (3)

147

147

147

147

N

max.

Moved mass, upper axis

3

3

3

3

kg

Moved mass, lower axis

5.5

6.5

7.5

8.5

kg

Overall mass

14.5

18.5

22.5

27.5

kg

XY Stages

Motion

Mechanical properties

A-311.xAx

A-311.xBx

A-311.xCx

Integrated sensor

Incremental linear encoder

Absolute encoder

Incremental linear encoder

Sensor signal

Sin/cos, 1 V peak-peak,
20 µm signal period

BiSS-C

A/B quadrature, TTL

Sensor resolution

1.2 nm (4)

1 nm

50 nm

Bidirectional repeatability

±0.05 µm (4)

±0.05 µm

±0.05 µm

Accuracy, uncompensated (5)

A-311.Dxx: ±1 µm
A-311.Axx: ±1.5 µm
A-311.Bxx: ±2 µm
A-311.Cxx: ±2.5 µm

A-311.Axx: ±1.5 µm
A-311.Axx: ±1.5 µm
A-311.Axx: ±1.5 µm
A-311.Axx: ±1.5 µm

A-311.Dxx: ±1 µm
A-311.Axx: ±1.5 µm
A-311.Bxx: ±2 µm
A-311.Cxx: ±2.5 µm

Accuracy, with error
compensation (5)

±0.5 µm

±0.5 µm

±0.5 µm

Positioning

A-311

Unit

Tolerance

Drive properties
Drive type

Linear motor, ironless, 3-phase

Intermediate circuit voltage,
effective

48, nominal
80, max.

V DC

Peak force

85

N

typ.

Nominal force

39

N

typ.
typ.

Force constant, effective

12.3

N/A

Resistance phase-phase

3.6

Ω

Inductivity phase-phase

1.24

mH

Back EMF phase-phase

10.1

V·s/m

Cabling

External, movable drag chain

max.

Miscellaneous
Operating pressure (6)

60 to 70 psi (415 to 485 kPa)

Air consumption

<2 SCFM (56 SLPM)

Air quality

see A-322 datasheet, next page

Materials

Hardcoat aluminum, stainless steel fasteners

(1) Dependent on the flatness of the surface, on which the stage is mounted.
(2) Can be limited by the payload, controller or drive.
(3) Assumes payload CG is centered no more than 50 mm above the motion platform. The stage is designed for horizontal operation only.
(4) Assumes 16384x interpolation. Contact PI for the use of other factors.
(5)	Improved accuracy can be obtained with controller-based error compensation. The stage must be ordered with a controller from PI to reach these values.
Accuracy values assume short-term duration and do not consider the long-term effects of thermal drift on the stage.
(6)	To protect the stage against damage, it is recommended to connect an air pressure sensor to the Motion-Stop input of the controller.
All specifications apply per axis, if not otherwise described.

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A-322 PIglide HS Planar Scanner with Air Bearing
XY Positioning System with 1 nm Resolution

n I deal

for scanning applications or
high-precision positioning

n

Cleanroom compatible

n

Travel ranges to 500 mm × 1000 mm

n

Load capacity to 245 N

n

Resolution to 1 nm

n

Velocity up to 2 m/s

A-322.xxx, dimensions in mm
A-322.Axx
A-322.Bxx
A-322.Cxx
A-322.Dxx

Applications
n Electronics
n Laser

A

B

C

D

E

F

G

H

J

960
1110
1110
1610

960
960
1110
1110

348
459
459
709

480
480
555
555

175
250
250
500

200
275
275
525

182
182
257
257

175
175
250
250

175
175
250
250

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Cutting

n

Scientific Instrumentation

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n

Semiconductor

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n Scanning

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A-322.Axx

A-322.Bxx

A-322.Cxx

A-322.Dxx

Unit

Tolerance

Active axes

X, Y

X, Y

X, Y

X, Y

Travel range
(bridge axis × gantry axis)

350 × 350

350 × 500

500 × 500

500 × 1000

Integrated sensors

Absolute
Encoders

Absolute
Encoders

Absolute
Encoders

Absolute
Encoders

Sensor resolution

1

1

1

1

nm

Bidirectional repeatability

±0.08

±0.08

±0.08

±0.08

µm

max.

Accuracy*

±0.5

±0.5

±0.5

±0.5

µm

max.

Pitch

15

20

30

40

µrad

max.

Yaw*

5

5

7

7

µrad

max.

Straightness*

±0.5

±0.5

±1

±1

µm

max.

Straightness per
10 mm travel range*

±10

±10

±10

±10

nm

max.

Flatness

±0.5

±1

±1.5

±2.5

µm

max.

Flatness per 10 mm travel
range

±10

±10

±10

±10

nm

max.

XY orthogonality

25

25

25

25

µrad

max.

Velocity**

2

2

2

2

m/s

max.

Acceleration, bridge axis**

20

20

20

20

m/s²

max.

Acceleration, gantry axis**

15

15

12

12

m/s²

max.

Load capacity in Z***

245

245

245

245

N

max.

Moved mass, bridge axis

14

14

14

14

kg

Moved mass, gantry axis

40

40

43

43

kg

Overall mass

610

700

1075

1525

kg

Guide type

Air bearings

Air bearings

Air bearings

Air bearings

Motion and positioning

XY Stages

mm

Mechanical properties

A-322
Drive properties
Drive type

Linear motor, ironless, 3-phase, 1 × to bridge axis, 2 × to gantry axis

Intermediate circuit voltage,
effective

48, nominal
80, max.

VDC

Peak force #

298

N

typ.

Nominal force #

87

N

typ.
typ.

Force constant, effective #

19.9

N/A

Resistance phase-phase #

3.6

Ω

Inductivity phase-phase #

1.2

mH

Back EMF phase-phase #

16

V·s/m

Cabling

moved ribbon cable, cleanroom compatible

max.

Motion and positioning
Operating pressure ##

80 psi (552 kPa)

Air consumption with
external vacuum supply

<2 SCFM (56 SLPM)

Air consumption with
internal vacuum supply

<3.2 SCFM (100 SLPM)

Vacuum

10.8 psi (74.7 kPa), <0.5 SCFM (14 SLPM)

Air quality

Clean (filtered to 1.0 μm or better) – ISO 8573-1
Class 1 Oil free – ISO 8573-1 Class 1
Dry (–15 °C dew point) – ISO 8573-1 Class 3

Materials

Hardcoat aluminum and nickel-plated steel with stainless steel
mounting material, granite base

*	Improved accuracy can be obtained with controller-based error compensation. Stage must be ordered with controller.
Accuracy values assume short-term time duration and do not consider the long-term effects of thermal drift on the stage.
** Unloaded. Can be limited by the insulating system payload, controller or drive.
*** Assumes payload CG is centered no more than 50 mm above the stage table.
# Specifications for the drive apply per motor. Two motors are located at the gantry axis.
## To protect the stage against damage, it is recommended to connect an air pressure sensor to the Motion-Stop input of the controller.
All specifications apply per axis, if not otherwise described.

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Rotation Stages

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M-116 Precision Rotation Stage .....................................................................................	 164
RS-40 Compact Rotation Stage ......................................................................................	 166
DT-34 Miniature Rotation Stage .....................................................................................	 168
DT-80 Compact Rotation Stage ......................................................................................	 170
M-060 / M-061 / M-062 Precision Rotation Stage ............................................................	 172
L-611 Precision Rotation Stage .......................................................................................	 174
PRS-200 Precision Rotation Stage ..................................................................................	 178
UPR-100 Ultraprecision Rotation Stage ..........................................................................	 180
UPR-120 Ultraprecision Rotation Stage ..........................................................................	 182

Rotation Stages with Torque Motor and Air Bearing .............................................................................................................. 184
UPR-120 Air Ultraprecision Rotation Stage with Air Bearing ..........................................	 184
A-62x PIglide RM Rotation Stage with Air Bearings .......................................................	 186
A-63x PIglide RL Low-Profile Rotation Stage with Air Bearing .......................................	 190

Goniometer Stages ................................................................................................................................................................... 192
WT-85 Motorized Precision Goniometer ........................................................................	 192
WT-100 Motorized Precision Goniometer .......................................................................		 194
WT-90 Motorized Precision Goniometer ........................................................................		 196
WT-120 Motorized Precision Goniometer .......................................................................		 198

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Rotation Stages

Rotation Stages ........................................................................................................................................................................ 164

M-116 Precision Rotation Stage
Compact, for Multi-Axis Combinations with M-110

n

Compact Design

n

Unlimited travel range

n C
 lear

aperture for transmitted-light
­applications

Dimensions of the M-116.AL1 lens adapter for 0.5” optic devices such as polarizers.
Dimensions in mm. Note that the decimal places are separated by a comma in the
drawings.

Applications

n

Backlash-compensated worm drive

n

Compact multi-axis combinations with M-110

n

Noncontact reference point switch

M-116, dimensions in mm

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Micro Assembly

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M-116.DG

M-116.DGH

Rotation

Rotation

Rotation range

>360

>360

Integrated sensor

Rotary encoder

Rotary encoder

Active axes

Unit

Tolerance

Motion and positioning
°

Sensor resolution

2048

2048

Cts./rev.

Design resolution

2.45 (0.00013)

3.16 (0.00018)

µrad (°)

Minimum incremental motion

50

25

µrad

Backlash

1000

500

µrad

Unidirectional repeatability

12

10

µrad

Velocity

20

20

°/s

Worm gear ratio

44:1

44:1

Gear ratio

28.444:1

22.0335:1

Load capacity / axial force

±15

±15

Max. torque (θX, θY)

±1.5

±1.5

N·m

max.

Max. torque clockwise (θZ)

0.4

0.4

N·m

max.

Max. torque counterclockwise
(θZ)

0.8

0.8

N·m

max.

Motor type

DC gear motor

DC gear motor

Operating voltage

0 to ±12

0 to ±12

V

Motor power

1.75

1.75

W

Reference point switch

Optical

Optical

Operating temperature range

–20 to 65

–20 to 65

Material

Aluminum

Aluminum

Mass

0.4

0.4

Recommended controllers /
drivers

C-863
C-884

C-863
C-884

max.
Rotation Stages

Mechanical properties

N

Drive properties

Miscellaneous
°C
kg

Ask about custom designs!

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RS-40 Compact Rotation Stage
Precision Positioning

RS-40 rotation stage, dimensions in mm

n

Unlimited travel range

n

Repeatability to 87 µrad

n

20 mm Ø aperture

n

Reference point switch

RS-40 rotation stage, DC motor,
dimensions in mm

RS-40 rotation stage, stepper motor,
dimensions in mm

Applications

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Micro Assembly

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Instrumentation
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321691001-0000

321692001

With DC motor

With stepper motor

Rotation

Rotation

Rotation range

>360

>360

°

Design resolution

0.45

38

µrad

Sensor resolution rotary encoder

2048

–

Cts./rev.

Minimum incremental motion

87

87

µrad

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

87

87

µrad

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±700

±700

µrad

typ.

Angular velocity

7

5

°/s

max.

Eccentricity

±5

±5

µm

typ.

Flatness

±5

±5

µm

typ.

Wobble

±35

±35

µrad

typ.

Bearing

Ball bearings

Ball bearings

Gear ratio

76:1

76:1

Worm gear ratio

90:1

90:1

Load capacity / axial force

20

20

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

5

5

N

max.

Holding torque in θZ, power off

0.20

0.20

N·m

typ.

Permissible torque Mx in θX, θY

2

2

N·m

max.

Torque MZ in θZ, power on

0.2

0.2

N·m

max.

Moment of inertia

0.0155

0.0155

kg·mm²

±20 %

Motor type

DC motor

2-phase stepper motor

Operating voltage, nominal

12

24

V

nom.

Operating voltage, max.

24

24

V

max.

Nominal current, effective

0.04

–

A

typ.

Peak current, effective

0.16

–

A

typ.

Torque constant, effective

0.00826

–

N·m/A

typ.

Electrical time constant

35

–

ms

Resistance phase-phase

60

12.5

Ω

typ.

Inductance phase-phase

0.4

6.3

mH

typ.

Back EMF phase-phase

–

4.4

V/kRPM

max.

Reference point switch

Hall effect

Hall effect

Operating temperature range

5 to 40

5 to 40

Material

Aluminum

Aluminum

Active axes

Unit

Tolerance

Motion and positioning

Rotation Stages

Mechanical properties

Drive properties

Miscellaneous
°C

Mass

0.4

0.4

kg

Moved mass

0.088

0.088

kg

MTBF

10000

10000

h

Connection

Sub-D 15 (m)

HD Sub-D 15 (m)

Recommended controllers /
drivers

C-863 (single axis)
C-884 (up to 6 axes)
C-885 with C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular controller

C-663.12 (single axis)
SMC Hydra (double axis)
C-885 with C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

Connecting cables for motor and sensor are not in the scope of delivery and must be ordered separately.
Ask about custom designs!

Direction of the axes and
torques for rotation stages

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DT-34 Miniature Rotation Stage
Compact Dimensions, with DC or Stepper Motor

DT-34 with DC motor,
dimensions in mm

n

Clear aperture, 10 mm Ø

n

Compact design

n

Unidirectional repeatability to 350 µrad

n

Angular velocity to 675 °/s

n

Integrated optical reference point switch

DT-34 with stepper motor,
dimensions in mm

Applications

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Micro Assembly

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Instrumentation
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3215910030

Active axes

3215920030-0000

With DC motor

With stepper motor

θZ

θZ

Unit

Tolerance

Rotation range

360

360

°

Design resolution

69.62

1724.8

µrad

Integrated sensor

Rotary encoder

–

Sensor resolution rotary encoder

2048

–

Cts./rev.

Minimum incremental motion

700

350

µrad

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

700

350

µrad

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±1400

±1000

µrad

typ.

Angular velocity

675

195

°/s

max.

Eccentricity

±50

±50

µm

typ.

Flatness

±8

±8

µm

typ.

Wobble

±100

±100

µrad

typ.

Reference point switch

Optical

Optical

Bearing

Ball bearings

Ball bearings

Worm gear ratio

24986:567

774566:5103

Load capacity / axial force FZ

15

15

N

max.

Permissible lateral force FX, FY

2.5

2.5

N

max.

Permissible torque Mx in θX, θY

2.5

2.5

N·m

max.

N·m

max.

Rotation Stages

Motion and positioning

Mechanical properties

Drive properties
Drive torque

0.9

0.3

Motor type

DC motor

2-phase stepper motor

Operating voltage, nominal

12

12

V

nom.

Operating voltage, max.

48

48

V

max.

Step resolution

–

24

Full steps/
rev.

Operating temperature range

5 to 40

5 to 40

°C

Material

Aluminum, black anodized

Aluminum, black anodized

Mass

0.15

0.15

kg

±5 %

Moved mass

0.1

0.1

kg

±5 %

Connection

Sub-D 15 (m)

Sub-D 15 (m)

Recommended controllers /
drivers

C-863 (single axis)
C-884 (up to 6 axes)
C-885 with C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular controller

C-663.12 (single axis)
SMC Hydra (double axis)
C-885 with C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

Miscellaneous

Connecting cables for motor and sensor are not in the scope of delivery and must be ordered separately.
Ask about custom designs!

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DT-80 Compact Rotation Stage
Large clear aperture

n

Unlimited travel range

n

Repeatability to 175 µrad

n

Maximum velocity 40°/s

n

Reference point switch

DT-80 rotation stage, dimensions in mm

DT-80 rotation stage, DC motor,
dimensions in mm

RS-80 rotation stage, stepper motor,
dimensions in mm

Direction of the
axes and torques for
rotation stages

Applications

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64439100

Active axes

64439200

With DC motor

With stepper motor*

θZ

θZ

Unit

Tolerance

Rotation range

>360

>360

°

Design resolution

17.453

174.53

µrad

Integrated sensor

Rotary encoder

–

Sensor resolution rotary encoder

2000

–

Cts./rev.

Minimum incremental motion

69.8

69.8

µrad

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

175

175

µrad

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±3491

±3491

µrad

typ.

Angular velocity

40

30

°/s

max.

Eccentricity

±30

±30

µm

typ.

Flatness

±30

±30

µm

typ.

Wobble

±100

±100

µrad

typ.

Worm gear ratio

180:1

180:1

Load capacity / axial force

20

20

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

10

10

N

max.

Permissible torque Mx in θX, θY

5

5

N·m

max.

N·m

max.

Rotation Stages

Motion and positioning

Mechanical properties

Drive properties
Drive torque

0.1

0.1

Guide type

Ball bearings

Ball bearings

Motor type

DC motor

2-phase stepper motor

Operating voltage, nominal

24

24

V

nom.

Operating voltage, max.

48

48

V

max.

Reference point switch

mechanical

mechanical

Operating temperature range

5 to 40

5 to 40

Material

Aluminum, black anodized,
red bronze

Aluminum, black anodized,
red bronze

Mass

0.8

0.8

kg

±5 %

Moved mass, unloaded

0.3

0.3

kg

±5 %

Connection

HD Sub-D 15 (m)

HD Sub-D 15 (m)

Recommended controllers /
drivers

C-863 (single axis)
C-884 (up to 6 axes)
C-885 with C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular controller

C-663.12 (single axis)
SMC Hydra (double axis)
C-885 with C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

Miscellaneous
°C

* Max. 1.7 A/phase; 200 full step/rev.
Connecting cables for motor and sensor are not in the scope of delivery and must be ordered separately.
Ask about custom designs!

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M-060 / M-061 / M-062
Precision Rotation Stage
Unlimited Travel Range

M-06x, dimensions in mm

DIMENSIONS

M-060.PD M-060.DG M-061.PD

M-061.DG M-062.PD M-062.DG

A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
O
P

90
29
25
35
12,5
70
60
20
50
38
20
39
80,8
19
59,3
7

130
34
30
55
15
110
100
35
90
50
20
34
83,8
15
51
4,5

90
29
25
35
12,5
70
60
20
50
38
20
34
83,8
15
51
7

130
34
30
55
15
110
100
35
90
50
20
39
80,8
19
59,3
4,5

150
42
38
65
21,5
130
120
45
110
60
28
39
80,8
19
59,3
–

n

Unlimited travel range

n

Very high resolution

n

Max. velocity 90°/s

n

Backlash-compensated worm drive

n

ActiveDrive or DC motor

n

Direction-sensing reference point switch

150
42
38
65
21,5
130
120
45
110
60
25
34
83,8
15
51
–

Applications

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Alignment

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M-060.PD /
M-061.PD /
M-062.PD

M-060.DG /
M-061.DG /
M-062.DG

Rotation

Rotation

Rotation range

>360

>360

Integrated sensor

Rotary encoder

Rotary encoder

Active axes

Unit

Tolerance

Motion and positioning

Sensor resolution

4000

2000

Cts./rev.

Design resolution

32 (0.0018) /
17.5 (0.001) /
15 (0.0008)

2.1 (0.00012) /
1.2 (6.9 × 10–5) /
0.96 (5.5 × 10–5)

µrad (°)

Minimum incremental motion

32 / 17.5 / 15

6.3 / 6 / 5

µrad

Backlash

200 / 200 / 240

200 / 200 / 240

µrad

Unidirectional repeatability

50 / 50 / 60

50 / 50 / 60

µrad

Velocity

90

16 / 9 / 7.5

°/s

Worm gear ratio

50:1 / 90:1 / 110:1

50:1 / 90:1 / 110:1

Gear ratio

–

(28/12)4:1

Load capacity / axial force

±500 / ±550 / ±650

±500 / ±550 / ±650

N

Max. torque θX, θY

±6 / ±6 / ±7

±6 / ±6 / ±7

N·m

max.

Max. torque θZ

±4 / ±6 / ±8

±4 / ±6 / ±8

N·m

max.

Motor type

DC motor, ActiveDrive

DC gear motor

Operating voltage

24

0 to ±12

V

Motor power

30

3

W

Reference point switch

Hall effect

Hall effect

Operating temperature range

–10 to 40

–10 to 40

Material

Aluminum

Aluminum

Mass

0.94 / 1.88 / 2.76

0.94 / 1.88 / 2.76

Recommended controllers /
drivers

C-863 (single axis)
C-884 (up to 6 axes)

C-863 (single axis)
C-884 (up to 6 axes)

Rotation Stages

°

max.

Mechanical properties

Drive properties

Miscellaneous
°C
kg

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L-611 Precision Rotation Stage
High Travel Accuracy

n

Unlimited travel range

n

Very high resolution

n

Maximum velocity 200°/s

n O
 ptional

angle measuring system for
direct position measurement

n

ActiveDrive DC, DC, BLDC, and stepper motors

n

Direction-sensing reference point switch

Direction of the axes and
torques for rotation stages

Applications
n Medical

>> ActiveDrive

Industry

n Metrology

/ Testing

n

Precision Micro Assembly

>> Incremental Encoder

n

Sample Inspection

>> Vacuum-Compatible Versions

n Photonics

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L-611

Unit

Tolerance

Motion
θZ

Rotation range

>360

°

Wobble

±15

µrad

Flatness

±1

µm

Eccentricity

±2.5

µm

Angular velocity

L-611.xxSD: 50
L-611.xxAD: 200
L-611.99xxxx: 200

°/s

max.

L-611.9ASD
L-611.993261

L-611.94AD

L-611.90AD
L-611.xxx232

L-611.90SD

Unit

Integrated sensor

Incremental angle
measuring system

Incremental angle
measuring system

Rotary
­encoder

–

Sensor signal

Sin/cos,
1 V peak-peak

A/B quadrature,
TTL

A/B quadrature, TTL

–

Sensor resolution
rotary encoder

–

–

20000

–

Cts./rev.

Sensor resolution angle
­measuring system

9000

9000

–

–

Lines/
revolution

Tolerance

Positioning

Design resolution

0.174

3.49

3.49

349

µrad

Minimum incremental
motion

L-611.9ASD: 0.87
L-611.993261: 3.5

17.45

35

8.72

µrad

typ.

Unidirectional
­repeatability

L-611.9ASD: 0.87
L-611.993261: 3.5

17.45

35

20

µrad

typ.

µrad

typ.

µm

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±3.5

±17.45

±175

±175

Reference point switch

Hall effect

Hall effect

Hall effect

Hall effect

Reference point switch
­repeatability

<2

<2

<2

<2

Unit

Tolerance

L-611
Mechanical properties
Bearing

Ball bearings

Worm gear ratio

90:1

Load capacity / axial force

100

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

50

N

max.

Permissible torque Mx
in θX, θY

40

N·m

max.

Permissible torque Mz
in θz

3

N·m

max.

Moment of inertia

770

kg·mm²

±20 %

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Rotation Stages

Active axes

L-611.xxSD

L-611.xxAD

L-611.xx3xxx

L-611.xx5xxx

Motor type

2-phase stepper
motor *

DC motor with
PWM control

DC motor

BLDC motor

Operating voltage,
nominal

24

24

24

24

Unit

Tolerance

V

nom.
max.

Drive properties

Operating voltage, max.

48

24

48

48

V

Motor resolution

200

–

–

–

Full steps/
rev.

L-611.9xSD

L-611.xxAD

L-611.993xxx

L-611.995232

Unit

Operating temperature
range

5 to 40

5 to 40

5 to 40

5 to 40

°C

Material

Aluminum,
black anodized,
stainless steel,
red bronze

Aluminum,
black anodized,
stainless steel,
red bronze

Aluminum,
black anodized,
stainless steel,
red bronze

Aluminum,
black anodized,
stainless steel,
red bronze

Tolerance

Miscellaneous

Mass

2.6

2.6

2.6

2.6

kg

±5 %

Moved mass

1.1

1.1

1.1

1.1

kg

±5 %

Connection

HD Sub-D 26 (m)
L-611.9ASD
­additional
Sub-D 9 (m)
(sensor)

Sub-D 15 (m)

HD Sub-D 26 (m)
L-611.993261
additional
Sub-D 9 (m)
(sensor)

HD Sub-D 26 (m)

Recommended
controllers / drivers

C-663.12
(single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular
controller

C-863
(single axis)
C-884
(up to 6 axes)
C-885 with
C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular
controller

C-863
(single axis)
C-884
(up to 6 axes)
C-885 with
C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular
controller

C-891
(single axis)
C-885 with
C-891.10C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular
controller

* Max. 1.2 A/phase
All cables required for operation with the recommended controller are included in the scope of delivery.
The cable length is 3 m. Cable for connecting to other controllers can be ordered as accessory.
Ask about custom designs!

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L-611 with stepper motor, dimensions in mm

L-611 with ActiveDrive, DC, and BLDC motor,
dimensions in mm

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PRS-200 Precision Rotation Stage
Large Aperture, High Travel Accuracy

n

Unlimited travel range

n

Repeatability to 0.5 µrad

n

Load capacity to 50 kg

n O
 ption:

Direct position measurement
with angle measuring system

PRS-200 precision rotation stage, dimensions in mm

PRS-200 precision rotation stage,
connection for angle measuring system

Direction of the
axes and torques
fo rotation stages

PRS-200 precision rotation stage,
DC motor, dimensions in mm

PRS-200 precision rotation stage,
stepper motor, dimensions in mm

Applications
n Medical

>> Incremental Encoder

Industry

n Metrology

/ Testing

n

Precision Micro Assembly

n

Sample Inspection

>> Vacuum-Compatible Versions

n Photonics

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6449911011

6449921011

6449921111

With DC motor

With stepper motor

With stepper motor
and angle measuring
system

θZ

θZ

θZ

Rotation range

>360

>360

>360

Integrated sensor

Rotary encoder

Sensor signal

A/B quadrature,
RS-422

–

Sin/cos,
1 V peak-peak

Sensor resolution rotary encoder

20000

–

–

Cts./rev.

Sensor resolution angle
measuring system

–

–

23600

Lines/
revolution

Design resolution

1.75

175.00

0.017

µrad

Minimum incremental motion

8.72

8.72

0.50

µrad

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

17.44

17.44

0.5

µrad

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±175

±175

±5

µrad

typ.

Wobble

±17.5

±17.5

±17.5

µrad

typ.

Flatness

±1

±1

±1

µm

typ.

Eccentricity

±2.5

±2.5

±2.5

µm

typ.

Angular velocity

75

35

35

°/s

max.

Bearing

Crossed roller
­bearings

Crossed roller
­bearings

Crossed roller
­bearings

Torque, power on

4

4

4

N·m

max.

Worm gear ratio

180:1

180:1

180:1

Load capacity / axial force

500

500

500

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

200

200

200

N

max.

Permissible torque in θX, θY

60

60

60

N·m

max.

Permissible torque in θZ

4

4

4

N·m

max.

Motor type

DC motor

2-phase stepper
motor

2-phase stepper
motor

Operating voltage, nominal

24

48

48

V

nom.

Operating voltage, max.

48

48

48

V

max.

Limit switches

2 × Hall effect

2 × Hall effect

2 × Hall effect

Operating temperature range

5 to 40

5 to 40

5 to 40

Material

Aluminum, black
anodized, stainless
steel, red bronze

Aluminum, black
anodized, stainless
steel, red bronze

Aluminum, black
anodized, stainless
steel, red bronze

Mass

8

8

8.7

kg

±5 %

Moved mass, unloaded

4.3

4.3

4.7

kg

±5 %

Connection

Sub-D 7W2 (m)
(motor)
M23 12-pin (m)
(sensor)

Sub-D 15 (m)

Recommended controllers /
drivers

C-863 (single axis)
with C-863.AD12
line driver
C-884 (to 6 axes)
with C-863.AD12
line driver
C-885 with
C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
and C-863.AD12
line driver
ACS modular
­controller

C-663.12 (single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular
­controller

Sub-D 15 (m)
(motor)
HD Sub-D 26 (m)
(sensor)
C-663.12 (single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular
­controller

Active axes

Unit

Tolerance

Motion and positioning
°

Rotation Stages

Incremental angle
measuring system

Mechanical properties

Drive properties

Miscellaneous
°C

Connecting cables for motor and sensor are not in the scope of delivery and must be ordered separately.
Ask about custom designs!

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UPR-100 Ultraprecision Rotation Stage
High Dynamics due to Magnetic Drive, High Stability

n

Unlimited travel range

n

Velocity to 360 °/s

n

Repeatability to 1.4 µrad

n

Clear aperture with 20 mm diameter

n

Direct drive

UPR-100 ultraprecision rotation stage, dimensions in mm

Directions of the axes and torques
for rotation stages

Applications

>> Incremental Encoder

n Automation

n

Precision Micro Assembly

n Biotechnology

n

Sample Inspection

n Medical

n

Scientific Instrumentation

n

Semiconductor

Industry

n Metrology

/ Testing

>> Torque Motor

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680591111

Unit

Tolerance

Motion and positioning
Active axes

θZ

Travel range

>360

Integrated sensor

Incremental angle
measuring system

Sensor signal

Sin/cos, 1 V peak-peak

Sensor resolution

15744

Lines/
revolution

Minimum incremental motion

1.4

µrad

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

1.4

µrad

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±1.75

µrad

typ.

Flatness

±2.5

µm

typ.

Eccentricity

±3.5

µm

typ.

Wobble

±25

µrad

typ.

Angular velocity

360

°/s

max.

Reference point switch

Encoder index

Rotation Stages

°

Mechanical properties
Bearing

Crossed roller bearings

Torque, power on

0.25

N·m

Load capacity / axial force

20

N

Permissible lateral force

15

N

max.

Permissible torque in θX, θY

5

N·m

max.

max.

Drive properties
Drive type

Ironless 3-phase torque motor

Intermediate circuit voltage

48

V DC

max.

Nominal current, effective

1.2

A

typ.

Peak current, effective

3.8

A

typ.

Torque constant, effective

0.13

N·m/A

typ.

Motor constant

0.04

N·m/√W

typ.

Electrical time constant

0.1

ms

Resistance phase-phase

6.6

Ω

typ.

Inductance phase-phase

0.7

mH

typ.

Back EMF phase-phase

0.67

V/kRPM

max.

Number of pole pairs

14

Miscellaneous
Operating temperature range

5 to 40

°C

MTBF

20000

h

Material

Aluminum, black anodized

Mass

1.2

kg

±5 %

Moved mass

0.4

kg

±5 %

Connection

Sub-D 17W2 (motor)
HD Sub-D 26 (m) (sensor)

Recommended controller

SMC Hydra (double axis)
C-891 (single axis)
C-885 with C-891.10C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

Connecting cables for motor and sensor are not in the scope of delivery and must be ordered separately.
Ask about custom designs!

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POSITIONING

UPR-120 Ultraprecision Rotation Stage
Excellent Stability and Travel Accuracy

n

Unlimited travel range

n

Velocity to 360 °/s

n I ncremental

angle measuring system
with 0.017 µrad resolution

n

Clear aperture with 35 mm diameter

n

Cleanroom compatible

n

Direct drive

UPR-120, dimensions in mm

Directions of the axes and torques
for rotation stages

Applications

>> Incremental Encoder

n Biotechnology

n

Precision Micro Assembly

n

Automation

n

Sample Inspection

n

Medical Industry

n

Scientific Instrumentation

n

Metrology / Testing

n

Semiconductor

>> Torque Motor

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6808911130

Unit

Tolerance

Motion and positioning
Active axes

θZ

Travel range

>360

Integrated sensor

Incremental angle-measuring
system

Sensor signal

Sin/cos, 1 V peak-peak

Sensor resolution

15744

Lines/
revolution

Minimum incremental motion

1.4

µrad

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

1.4

µrad

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±1.4

µrad

typ.

Flatness

±1

µm

typ.

Eccentricity

±3

µm

typ.

Wobble

±25

µrad

typ.

Angular velocity

360

°/s

max.

Reference point switch

Encoder index

Limit switches

Optical

Rotation Stages

°

Mechanical properties
Bearing

Crossed roller bearings

Torque, power on

0.5

N·m

Load capacity / axial force

200

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

100

N

max.

Drive properties
Drive type

Iron-core 2-phase torque motor

Intermediate circuit voltage

48

V DC

max.

Nominal current, effective

7.7

A

typ.

Torque constant, effective

0.26

N·m/A

typ.

Resistance phase-phase

2.2

Ω

typ.

Inductance phase-phase

1.17

mH

typ.

Back EMF phase-phase

0.18

V·s/rad

max.

Operating temperature range

5 to 40

°C

Material

Aluminum, black anodized

Miscellaneous

MTBF

20000

h

Mass

6

kg

±5 %

Moved mass

0.8

kg

±5 %

Connection

Sub-D 9W4 (m) (motor)
Sub-D 15 (m) (sensor)

Recommended controller

SMC Hydra (double axis)
C-891 (single axis)
C-885 with C-891.10C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

Connecting cables for motor and sensor are not in the scope of delivery and must be ordered separately.
Ask about custom designs!

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UPR-120 Air Ultraprecision
Rotation Stage with Air Bearing
Excellent Stability and Travel Accuracy

n

Unlimited travel range

n

Velocity to 360 °/s

n I ncremental

angle measuring system
with 0.017 µrad resolution

n

Clear aperture with 35 mm diameter

n

Air bearings for optimized flatness

n

Cleanroom compatible

n

Direct drive

UPR-120, dimensions in mm

Directions of the axes and torques
for rotation stages

Applications

>> Air Bearing

n Biotechnology

n

Precision Micro Assembly

>> Incremental Encoder

n

Automation

n

Sample Inspection

>> Torque Motor

n

Medical Industry

n

Scientific Instrumentation

n

Metrology / Testing

n

Semiconductor
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6824911130

Unit

Tolerance

Motion and positioning
Active axes

θZ

Travel range

>360

Integrated sensor

Incremental angle-measuring
system

Sensor signal

Sin/cos, 1 V peak-peak

Sensor resolution

15744

Lines/
revolution

Minimum incremental motion

0.35

µrad

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

0.7

µrad

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±0.7

µrad

typ.

Flatness

±0.05

µm

typ.

Eccentricity

±0.1

µm

typ.

Wobble

±1.25

µrad

typ.

Angular velocity

360

°/s

max.

Reference point switch

Encoder index

Limit switches

Optical

Rotation Stages

°

Mechanical properties
Bearing

Air bearing

Torque, power on

0.7

N·m

Load capacity / axial force

200

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

40

N

max.

Drive properties
Drive type

Iron-core 2-phase torque motor

Intermediate circuit voltage

48

V DC

max.

Nominal current, effective

7.7

A

typ.

Torque constant, effective

0.26

N·m/A

typ.

Resistance phase-phase

2.2

Ω

typ.

Inductance phase-phase

1.17

mH

typ.

Back EMF phase-phase

0.18

V·s/rad

max.

Operating temperature range

5 to 40

°C

Material

Aluminum, black anodized

Miscellaneous

MTBF

20000

h

Mass

6.5

kg

±5 %

Moved mass

1.1

kg

±5 %

Connection

Sub-D 9W4 (m) (motor)
Sub-D 15 (m) (sensor)

Recommended controller

SMC Hydra (double axis)
C-891 (single axis)
C-885 with C-891.10C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

Connecting cables for motor and sensor are not in the scope of delivery and must be ordered separately.
Ask about custom designs!

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A-62x PIglide RM Rotation Stage
with Air Bearings
Friction-Free, Ideal for Indexing, Positioning, Scanning, Measuring Technology

n C
 leanroom
n Motion

n L
 oad

capacity to 4170 N

n E
 ccentricity
n C
 an

compatible

platform diameter from 50 mm to 300 mm
and flatness <200 nm

be mounted vertically or horizontally

A-627.075xx, dimensions in mm

Applications
n Metrology
n Optical

>> Absolute Encoder

/ Testing

Alignment

n Sample

n

Scanning

>> Incremental Encoder

n

Scientific Instrumentation

>> PIglide Air Bearing Technology
>> Torque Motor

Inspection

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A-621.025

A-623.025

A-623.050

A-624.050

A-627.075

Unit

Tolerance

Travel range

unlimited,
>360°

unlimited,
>360°

unlimited,
>360°

unlimited,
>360°

unlimited,
>360°

Motion platform diameter

50

100

100

150

300

Journal length

25

25

50

50

75

mm

Eccentricity (1)

300

175

175

100

75

nm

max.

Flatness

100

75

75

50

40

nm

max.

Wobble

5

3

3

2

1

μrad

max.

Load capacity, axial

134

536

536

1206

4244

N

max.

Load capacity, radial

57

115

229

344

1203

N

max.

Load torque MX,Y

0.57

1.7

4.52

22.6

141.3

N·m

max.

Axial stiffness

26

96

96

210

788

N/µm

Radial stiffness

8

18

35

64

204

N/µm

Moment of inertia

125

1485

1530

8790

210850

kg·mm²

Moved mass

0.4

1.2

1.4

3.2

21.5

kg

Overall mass

1.2

3.1

4.5

8.6

50

kg

Guide type

Air bearing

Air bearing

Air bearing

Air bearing

Air bearing

Torque
motor,
3-phase,
brushless,
ironless,
slotless
48, nominal
80, max.

Torque
motor,
3-phase,
brushless,
ironless,
slotless

Torque
motor,
3-phase,
brushless,
ironless,
slotless

Torque
motor,
3-phase,
brushless,
ironless,
slotless

Intermediate circuit
­voltage, effective

Torque
motor,
3-phase,
brushless,
ironless,
slotless
48, nominal
80, max.

48, nominal
80, max.

48, nominal
80, max.

48, nominal
80, max.

V DC

Peak torque

0.21

2.1

2.1

4.71

8.46

N·m

typ.

Nominal torque

0.07

0.7

0.7

1.57

2.82

N·m

typ.

Force constant, effective

0.03

0.26

0.26

0.59

0.61

N·m/A

typ.

Resistance phase-phase

2.7

4.2

4.2

6.7

4.5

Ω

Inductance phase-phase

0.1

0.4

0.4

0.9

0.6

mH

Back EMF phase-phase

4.1

31.8

31.8

71

74

V/kRPM

Motion

mm

Rotation Stages

Mechanical properties

Drive properties
Drive type

max.

A-62x.xxxAx

A-62x.xxxBx

A-62x.xxxCx

Integrated sensor

Incremental angle measuring
system

Absolute-measuring angle
measuring system

Incremental angle measuring
system

Sensor signal

Sin/cos, 1 V peak-peak

BiSS-C

A/B quadrature, TTL

Lines/revolution

A-621: 8192
A-623: 15744
A-624: 23600
A-627: 47200

–

A-621: 8192
A-623: 15744
A-624: 23600
A-627: 47200

Velocity (2)

A-621: 2500 RPM max.
A-623: 1200 RPM max.
A-624: 600 RPM max.
A-627: 500 RPM max.

A-621: 2500 RPM max.
A-623: 1200 RPM max.
A-624: 600 RPM max.
A-627: 500 RPM max.

A-621: 550 RPM max. (3)
A-623: 300 RPM max. (3)
A-624: 175 RPM max. (3)
A-627: 75 RPM max. (3)

Sensor resolution

A-621: 0.047 µrad (4)
A-623: 0.024 µrad (4)
A-624: 0.016 µrad (4)
A-627: 0.008 µrad (4)

A-621: 0.0015 µrad
A-623: 0.0015 µrad
A-624: 0.0015 µrad
A-627: 0.0015 µrad

A-621: 1.94 µrad (5)
A-623: 1.02 µrad (5)
A-624: 0.68 µrad (5)
A-627: 0.33 µrad (5)

Bidirectional repeatability

±4 µrad

±4 µrad

±4 µrad

Accuracy, with error
compensation (6)

±8 µrad

±8 µrad

±8 µrad

Reference point switch

1 / revolution, differential
pulse over one sensor signal
period, 1 V peak-peak

–

1 / revolution, one count
over one step of the encoder,
synchronized to output signal

Positioning

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A-62x
Miscellaneous
Operating pressure (7)

75 to 85 psi (515 to 585 kPa)

Air consumption

<2 SCFM (56 SLPM)

Air quality

Clean (filtered to 1.0 μm or better) – ISO 8573-1 Class 1
Oil free – ISO 8573-1 Class 1
Dry (–15 °C dew point) – ISO 8573-1 Class 3

Materials (8)

Hardcoat aluminum, stainless steel fasteners

(1) Dependent on the quality of the underlying surface, the payload, orientation, and forces that act on the stage from the outside. Please
­contact PI for application-specific parameters. The specified values are static (no rotary motion during measuring) and without load.
(2) Can be limited by imbalance of the payload or the controller and the drive.
(3) Assumes a sampling rate of 50 MHz.
(4) Assumes 16384x interpolation. Contact PI for the use of other factors.
(5) Uses 400x interpolation. Alternative digital encoder resolutions on request. Please contact PI for a quote.
(6) The specified values are based on error compensation controlled by the controller. The stage must be ordered with a controller from PI to
reach these values. Accuracy values assume short-term duration and do not consider the long-term effects of thermal drift on the stage.
(7) To protect the stage against damage, it is recommended to connect an air pressure sensor to the Motion-Stop input of the controller.
(8) Customer-specific materials such as rust-free steel on request. Please contact PI for a quote.

A-621.025xx, dimensions in mm

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A-623.xxxxx, dimensions in mm
A-623.025xx: A=75 mm; B=90 mm
A-623.050xx: A=100 mm; B=115 mm

A-624.050xx, dimensions in mm

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A-63x PIglide RL Low-Profile
Rotation Stage with Air Bearing
Friction-Free, Motorized

n 2
 00

mm or 300 mm motion platform diameter

n L
 ow

profile, 60 mm

n E
 ccentricity
n O
 ption
n D
 irect

and flatness <100 nm

for self-locking at rest by magnetic preload

Drive

A-635.x100 , dimensions in mm

Drawing for A-637.x100
available on www.pi.ws

Applications
n Metrology
n Optical

>> Absolute Encoder

/ Testing

Alignment

n Sample

Inspection

n

Scanning

>> Incremental Encoder

n

Scientific Instrumentation

>> PIglide Air Bearing Technology

n

Semiconductor

>> Torque Motor
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A-635

A-637

unlimited,
>360°

unlimited,
>360°

Unit

Tolerance

Motion
Travel range
Motion platform diameter

200

300

mm

Eccentricity (1)

100

100

nm

max.

Flatness (1)

50

50

nm

max.

Wobble (1)

2

1

μrad

max.

Load capacity, axial (2)

200

500

N

max.

Load capacity, radial (2)

50

200

N

max.

Load torque, MX,Y (2)

5

10

N·m

max.

Moment of inertia

25820

72000

kg·mm²

Moved mass

4.2

6.4

kg

Overall mass

7.5

14

kg

Guide type

Air bearing, magnetic preload

Air bearing, magnetic preload

A-63x

Unit

Tolerance

Drive properties
Drive type

Torque motor, 3-phase, brushless, ironless, slotless

Intermediate circuit voltage,
effective

48, nominal
80, max.

V DC

Peak torque

9

N·m

typ.

Nominal torque

3

N·m

typ.

Torque constant, effective

0.66

N·m/A

typ.

Resistance phase-phase

4.5

Ω

Inductance phase-phase

0.6

mH

Back EMF phase-phase

80

V/kRPM

max.

A-63x.A100

A-63x.B100

Integrated sensor

Incremental angle-measuring system

Absolute angle-measuring system

Sensor signal

Sin/cos, 1 V peak-peak

BiSS-C

Lines/revolution

A-635: 31488
A-637: 47200

–

Velocity (3)

A-635: 500 rpm max.
A-637: 500 rpm max.

A-635: 500 rpm max.
A-637: 500 rpm max.

Sensor resolution

A-635: 0.05 µrad (4)
A-637: 0.03 µrad (4)

A-635: 0.0015 µrad
A-637: 0.0015 µrad

Bidirectional repeatability

±2 µrad

±2 µrad

Accuracy, with error
­compensation (5)

±6 µrad

±6 µrad

Reference point switch

1 / revolution, differential pulse over one
sensor signal period, 1 V peak-peak

–

Positioning

A-63x
Miscellaneous
Operating pressure (6)

75 to 85 psi (515 to 585 kPa)

Air consumption

<2 SCFM (56 SLPM)

Air quality

Clean (filtered to 1.0 μm or better) – ISO 8573-1 Class 1
Oil free – ISO 8573-1 Class 1
Dry (–15 °C dew point) – ISO 8573-1 Class 3

Materials

Hardcoat aluminum, stainless steel fasteners

(1)	Dependent on the quality of the underlying surface, the payload, orientation, and forces that act on the stage from the outside.
Please contact PI for a
­ pplication-specific parameters. The specified values are static (no rotary motion during measuring) and without load.
(2)	The loads listed assume a supply pressure of 550 kPa (80 psi). Please contact PI if other pressures are required.
(3) May be limited by the payload, payload imbalance, controller or drive.
(4) Assumes 4096x interpolation. Contact PI for the use of other factors.
(5) 	The specified values are based on error compensation controlled by the c­ ontroller. The stage must be ordered with an A-8xx series controller
from PI to reach these values. Accuracy values assume short-term duration and do not consider the long-term effects of thermal drift on the stage.
(6) 	To protect the stage against damage, it is recommended to connect an air pressure sensor to the Motion-Stop input of the controller.

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Rotation Stages

Mechanical properties

WT-85 Motorized Precision Goniometer
Compact, Clear Aperture

n

Rotation range 10°

n

Repeatability to 8.7 µrad

n

Load capacity to 2 kg

n O
 ption:

Direct position measurement
with angle measuring system

n C
 ombination

with WT-100 with
common pivot point

WT-85 goniometer stage, dimensions in mm

Direction of the axes and
torques for goniometer stages

WT-85 goniometer stage, DC motor,
dimensions in mm

WT-85 goniometer stage, stepper motor,
dimensions in mm

Applications
n Sample

>> Direct Metrology
>> Vacuum-Compatible Version

Inspection

n

Photonics

n

Precision Micro Assembly

n

Optical Alignment

n

Metrology / Testing

n

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65409100

65409101

65409200-0000

65409201-0001

DC motor with
rotary encoder

DC motor
with angle
measuring
system and
rotary encoder

Stepper motor

Stepper motor
and angle
measuring
system

θX

θX

θX

θX

Rotation range

10

10

10

10

Integrated sensor

Rotary encoder

Incremental
angle measuring system
Rotary encoder

–

Incremental
angle measuring system

Sensor signal rotary
encoder

AB quadrature,
RS-422

AB quadrature,
RS-422

–

–

Sin/cos, 1 V
peak-peak

–

Sin/cos, 1 V
peak-peak

Active axes

Unit

Tolerance

Motion and positioning

Sensor signal periods angle
measuring system

–

211

–

211

µrad

Sensor resolution rotary
encoder

2000

2000

–

–

Counts/
rev.

Design resolution

4.65

2.11

46.5 (full step)

2.11

µrad

Minimum incremental motion

17.5

2

17.5

2

µrad

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

69.8

8.7

69.8

8.7

µrad

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±69.8

±8.7

±69.8

±8.7

µrad

typ.

Wobble

±125

±125

±125

±125

µrad

typ.

Angular velocity

15

15

7

7

°/s

max.

Limit switches

2 × mechanical

2 × mechanical

2 × mechanical

2 × mechanical

Drive screw type

Ball screw

Ball screw

Ball screw

Ball screw

Drive screw pitch

1

1

1

1

Guide type

Ball bearings

Ball bearings

Ball bearings

Ball bearings

Gear ratio

675:1

675:1

675:1

675:1

Load capacity

20

20

20

20

N

max.

Torque Mx, power on

0.75

0.75

0.75

0.75

N·m

max.

Rotation Stages

Sensor signal angle
measuring system

°

Mechanical properties
mm

Permissible lateral force

15

15

15

15

N

max.

Permissible torque in θy, θz

4

4

4

4

N·m

max.

Motor type

DC motor

DC motor

2-phase
stepper motor

2-phase
stepper motor

Operating voltage, nominal

24

24

24

24

V

nom.

Operating voltage, max.

48

48

48

48

V

max.

Step resolution

–

–

200

200

Full
steps/rev.

Operating temperature range

5 to 40

5 to 40

5 to 40

5 to 40

°C

Material

Aluminum,
black anodized

Aluminum,
black anodized

Aluminum,
black anodized

Aluminum,
black anodized

Mass

0.9

0.9

0.9

1.1

Connection

HD Sub-D 15
(m)
(motor/sensor)

HD Sub-D 15
(m) (motor)
Sub-D 9 (m)
(sensor)

HD Sub-D 15
(m)

Recommended controllers /
drivers

C-863
(single axis)
C-884
(up to 6 axes)
C-885 with
C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular
controller

C-863
(single axis)
C-884
(up to 6 axes)
C-885 with
C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular
controller

C-663.12
(single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular
controller

HD Sub-D 15
(m) (motor)
Sub-D 9 (m)
(sensor)
C-663.12
(single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular
controller

Drive properties

Miscellaneous

kg

±5 %

Connecting cables for motor and sensor are not in the scope of delivery and must be ordered separately.
Ask about custom designs!

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WT-100 Motorized Precision Goniometer
Compact, with Large Aperture

n

Rotation range 10°

n

Repeatability to 8.7 µrad

n

Load capacity to 2 kg

n O
 ption:

Direct position
measurement with angle
measuring system

n C
 ombination

with WT-85
with common pivot point

WT-100 goniometer stage, DC motor,
dimensions in mm

WT-100 goniometer stage,
dimensions in mm

WT-100 goniometer stage,
stepper motor,dimensions in mm

Applications
n Sample

>> Direct Metrology

Inspection

n Precision

Micro Assembly

n Metrology

/ Testing

>> Vacuum-Compatible Version

n

Photonics

n

Optical Alignment

n

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65419100

65419101

65419200-0000

65419201-0001

DC motor with
rotary encoder

DC motor
with angle
measuring
system and
rotary encoder

With stepper
motor

Stepper motor
and angle
measuring
system

θX

θX

θX

θX

Rotation range

10

10

10

10

Integrated sensor

Rotary encoder

Incremental
angle measuring system
Rotary encoder

–

Incremental
angle measuring system

Sensor signal rotary encoder

AB quadrature,
RS-422

AB quadrature,
RS-422

–

–

Sensor signal angle measuring
system

–

Sin/cos, 1 V
peak-peak

–

Sin/cos, 1 V
peak-peak

Sensor signal periods angle
measuring system

–

157

–

157

Sensor resolution rotary
encoder

2000

2000

–

Design resolution

3.49

1.57

34.9

1.57

µrad

Minimum incremental motion

17.5

8.7

17.5

8.7

µrad

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

70

8.7

70

8.7

µrad

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±70

±8.7

±70

±8.7

µrad

typ.

Wobble

±125

±125

±125

±125

µrad

typ.

Angular velocity

15

15

7

7

°/s

max.

Limit switches

2 × mechanical

2 × mechanical

2 × mechanical

2 × mechanical

Drive screw type

Ball screw

Ball screw

Ball screw

Ball screw

Drive screw pitch

1

1

1

1

Guide type

Ball bearings

Ball bearings

Ball bearings

Ball bearings

Gear ratio

900:1

900:1

900:1

900:1

Load capacity

20

20

20

20

N

Permissible lateral force

15

15

15

15

N

max.

Permissible torque in θY, θZ

4

4

4

4

N·m

max.

Motor type

DC motor

DC motor

2-phase
stepper motor

2-phase
stepper motor

Operating voltage, nominal

24

24

24

24

V

nom.

Operating voltage, max.

48

48

48

48

V

max.

Step resolution

–

–

200

200

Full steps/
rev.

Operating temperature range

5 to 40

5 to 40

5 to 40

5 to 40

°C

Material

Aluminum,
black anodized,
steel

Aluminum,
black anodized,
steel

Aluminum,
black anodized,
steel

Aluminum,
black anodized,
steel

Mass

0.9

0.9

0.9

0.9

Connection

HD Sub-D 15
(m)

HD Sub-D 15
(m) (motor)
Sub-D 9 (m)
(sensor)

HD Sub-D 15
(m) (motor)

HD Sub-D 15
(m) (motor
Sub-D 9 (m)
(sensor)

Recommended controllers /
drivers

C-863
(single axis)
C-884
(up to 6 axes)
C-885 with
C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular
controller

C-863
(single axis)
C-884
(up to 6 axes)
C-885 with
C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular
controller

C-663.12
(single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular
controller

C-663.12
(single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular
controller

Active axes

Unit

Tolerance

Motion and positioning
°

µrad

Rotation Stages

Cts./rev.

Mechanical properties
mm

max.

Drive properties

Miscellaneous

kg

±5 %

Connecting cables for motor and sensor are not in the scope of delivery and must be ordered separately.
Ask about custom designs!

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WT-90 Motorized Precision Goniometer
Long Travel Range

n

Rotation range 90°

n

Repeatability to 2.7 µrad

n

Load capacity to 8 kg

n O
 ption:

Direct position measurement
with angle measuring system

n C
 ombination

with WT-120 with
common pivot point

WT-90 goniometer stage, dimensions in mm

Direction of the axes and torques
for goniometer stages

WT-90 goniometer stage, DC motor,
dimensions in mm

WT-90 goniometer stage, stepper motor,
dimensions in mm

Applications
n Sample

>> Direct Metrology

Inspection

n Precision

Micro Assembly

n Metrology

/ Testing

>> Vacuum-Compatible Version

n

Photonics

n

Optical Alignment

n

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Active axes

65509100

65509200

65509201

With DC motor

With stepper motor

With stepper motor
and angle measuring
system

θX

θX

θX

Unit

Tolerance

Motion and positioning
90

90

90

Rotary encoder

–

Incremental angle
measuring system

Sensor signal rotary encoder

AB quadrature,
RS-422

–

–

–

Sin/cos, 1 V peak-peak

Sensor signal angle
measuring system
Sensor resolution rotary
encoder

20000

–

–

Sensor signal periods angle
measuring system

–

–

269.3

°

µrad

Design resolution

1.047

105

2.69

µrad

Minimum incremental motion

52.4

4.8

2.7

µrad

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

87

9.6

17.5

µrad

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±350

±175

±17.5

µrad

typ.

Wobble

±125

±125

±125

µrad

typ.

°/s

max.

Angular velocity

15

10

10

Limit switches

2 × mechanical

2 × mechanical

2 × mechanical

Rotation Stages

Rotation range
Integrated sensor

Mechanical properties
Guide type

Ball bearings

Ball bearings

Ball bearings

Drive screw type

Worm gear

Worm gear

Worm gear

300:1

300:1

300:1

Drive screw pitch
Worm gear ratio

mm

Torque, power on

2.5

2.5

2.5

N·m

max.

Holding torque, power off

2.5

2.5

2.5

N·m

max.

Load capacity

80

80

80

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

50

50

50

N

max.

Permissible torque in θY, θZ

12

12

12

N·m

max.

Motor type

DC motor

2-phase stepper
motor

2-phase stepper
motor

Step resolution

–

200

200

Full steps/
rev.
°C

Drive properties

Miscellaneous
Operating temperature range

5 to 40

5 to 40

5 to 40

Material

Aluminum, black
anodized, stainless
steel, red bronze

Aluminum, black
anodized, stainless
steel, red bronze

Aluminum, black
anodized, stainless
steel, red bronze

Mass

2.8

2.8

3

Connection

Sub-D 15 (m)

HD Sub-D 15 (m)

HD Sub-D 15 (m)
(motor)
Sub-D 9 (m) (sensor)

Recommended controllers /
drivers

C-863 (single axis)
C-884 (up to 6 axes)
C-885 with
C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular
controller

C-663.12 (single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular
controller

C-663.12 (single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular
controller

kg

±5 %

Connecting cables for motor and sensor are not in the scope of delivery and must be ordered separately.
Ask about custom designs!

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WT-120 Motorized Precision Goniometer
Long Travel Range, High Loads

n

Rotation range 90°

n

Repeatability to 17.5 µrad

n

Load capacity to 20 kg

n O
 ption:

Direct position measurement
with angle measuring system

n C
 ombination

with WT-90 with
common pivot point

WT-120 goniometer stage, dimensions in mm

Direction of the axes and torques
for goniometer stages

WT-120 goniometer stage,
DC motor, dimensions in mm

WT-120 goniometer stage,
stepper motor, dimensions in mm

Applications
n Sample

>> Direct Metrology

Inspection

n Precision

Micro Assembly

n Metrology

/ Testing

>> Vacuum-Compatible Version

n

Photonics

n

Optical Alignment

n

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Active axes

65609110

65609200

65609211

With DC motor

With stepper motor

With stepper motor
and angle measuring
system

θX

θX

θX

Unit

Tolerance

Motion and positioning
90

90

90

Rotary encoder

–

Incremental angle
measuring system

Sensor signal rotary
encoder

AB quadrature,
RS-422

–

–

–

Sin/cos,
1 V peak-peak

Sensor signal angle
measuring system
Sensor resolution rotary
encoder

20000

–

–

Sensor signal periods angle
measuring system

–

–

150

°

µrad

Design resolution

1.745

174.5

1.5

µrad

Minimum incremental motion

69.8

69.8

17.5

µrad

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

87

87

17.5

µrad

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±350

±350

±17.5

µrad

typ.

Wobble

±125

±125

±125

µrad

typ.

°/s

max.

Angular velocity

30

25

25

Limit switches

2 × mechanical

2 × mechanical

2 × mechanical

Rotation Stages

Rotation range
Integrated sensor

Mechanical properties
Guide type

Ball bearings

Ball bearings

Ball bearings

Drive screw type

Worm gear

Worm gear

Worm gear

180:1

180:1

180:1

Drive screw pitch
Worm gear ratio

mm

Torque, power on

8

8

8

N·m

max.

Load capacity

200

200

200

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

90

90

90

N

max.

Permissible torque in θY, θZ

25

25

25

N·m

max.

Motor type

DC motor

2-phase stepper
motor

2-phase stepper
motor

Step resolution

–

200

200

Full steps/
rev.
°C

Drive properties

Miscellaneous
Operating temperature range

5 to 40

5 to 40

5 to 40

Material

Aluminum, black
anodized, stainless
steel, red bronze

Aluminum, black
anodized, stainless
steel, red bronze

Aluminum, black
anodized, stainless
steel, red bronze

Mass

11.5

11.5

11.5

Connection

Sub-D 15 (m)

LEMO ERA.3S.316
16-pin

LEMO ERA.3S.316
16-pin (motor)

Recommended controllers /
drivers

C-863 (single axis)
with C-863.AD12
line driver

C-663.12 (single axis)

Sub-D 9 (m) (sensor)
C-663.12 (single axis)

C-884 (to 6 axes)
with C-863.AD12
line driver

SMC Hydra
(double axis)

SMC Hydra
(double axis)

C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)

C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)

ACS modular
controller

ACS modular
controller

C-885 with
C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
and C-863.AD12
line driver

kg

±5 %

ACS modular
controller

Connecting cables for motor and sensor are not in the scope of delivery and must be ordered separately.
Ask about custom designs!

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Linear Actuators

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Voice Coil Actuators ................................................................................................................................................................. 202
V-900KPIC PIMag® VC Vertical Linear Actuator ...............................................................	 202
V-273 PIMag® Voice Coil Linear Actuator ........................................................................	 204
V-275 PIMag® Voice Coil Linear Actuator ........................................................................	 208
V-277 PIMag® High-Load Linear Actuator .......................................................................	 212

Screw-Drive Precision Actuators .............................................................................................................................................. 216
L-220 High-Resolution Linear Actuator ...........................................................................	 216
M-227 High-Resolution Linear Actuator with DC Motor .................................................	 218
M-228 / M-229 High-Resolution Linear Actuator with Stepper Motor .............................	 220
M-230 High-Resolution Linear Actuator with DC Motor .................................................	 222
M-232 High-Resolution Linear Actuator with DC Motor .................................................	 224

M-235 High-Resolution Linear Actuator with DC Motor .................................................	 226
L-239 High-Load Linear Actuator ....................................................................................	 228
M-238 High-Load Linear Actuator with DC Motor ..........................................................	 230

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Linear Actuators

High-Load Screw-Drive Actuators ............................................................................................................................................ 226

V-900KPIC PIMag® VC Vertical Linear Actuator
Compact with Integrated Position Sensor

n T
 ravel
n H
 igh

range 1.5 mm

scanning frequencies, fast step-and-settle

n I ntegrated

linear encoder with 0.1 µm resolution

n W
 ear-free

flexure guide for long lifetime

n C
 ompact
n O
 EM

dimensions

linear actuator

V-900KPIC, dimensions in mm

Applications
n Sample

Inspection

n

Precision Micro Assembly

n

Electronics Manufacturing

>> Flexure Guiding System
n Metrology
n General

/ Testing

Automation

>> Incremental Encoder
>> PIMag® Voice Coil
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V-900KPIC
Active axes

Unit

Tolerance

Z

Motion and positioning
Travel range

1.5

Integrated sensor

Optical linear encoder

mm

Servo update rate

10*

Resolution, open loop

10*

nm

typ.

Resolution, closed loop

100

nm

typ.

kHz

Linearity error, closed loop

±1

%

typ.

Repeatability

±500

nm

typ.

Motion straightness

±5

µm

±5

Velocity, open loop

250

mm/s

max.

Velocity, closed loop

45

mm/s

Mechanical properties
Moved mass

10

g

typ.

Average push/pull force

0.5

N

nominal

Push/pull force

0.8

N

max.

Force constant

4

N/A

typ.

Drive properties
Motor type

PIMag® Voice Coil Drive

Magnet material

NdFeB (N38SH)

Coil resistance

8.8

Ω

typ.

Coil inductance

0.8

mH

typ.

Average continuous current

120**

mA

max.

Peak current (max. 3 s)

200

mA

Operating temperature range

10 to 45

°C

Material

Aluminum

Mass

40

g

Cable length

0.2

m

Motor / sensor connection

Molex 12 pins

Lifetime

>108

Recommended controller

C-413 (plug adapter required)

cycles

Linear Actuators

Miscellaneous

±5 %

min.

* With C-413 controller.
** Do not exceed for continuous operation.

The settling time for a 100 µm step is approx. 50 ms.

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V-273 PIMag® Voice Coil Linear Actuator
High Dynamics and Inexpensive

n T
 ravel

ranges to 20 mm

n V
 elocity

to 100 mm/s

n I ntegrated
n O
 ptional

linear encoder, 0.01 µm resolution

force sensor with 1 mN resolution

PIMag® Voice Coil
Voice coil drives consist of 2 essential components: A permanent magnet and
a coil, which is located in the air gap of the magnetic field. When current flows
through the coil, it moves in the magnetic field of the permanent magnet.
The direction of motion depends on the polarity. Thanks to their low weight
and friction-free drive principle, voice coil drives are particularly suitable for
applications, which require high dynamics and high velocities at limited travel
ranges. High scan frequencies and precision positioning are also possible with
these drives, because they are free of the effects of hysteresis.
Highly accurate position measuring with incremental linear encoder
Noncontact optical linear encoders measure the actual position directly at the
motion platform with the greatest accuracy so that nonlinearity, mechanical
play or elastic deformation have no influence on position measuring.

Applications
n Sample

>> Incremental Encoder

Inspection

n Precision

Micro Assembly

n Electronics

V-273.441 with force sensor

n Metrology
n General

/ Testing

>> PIMag® Voice Coil

Automation

Manufacturing
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V-273.440
V-273.441 with force sensor
Active axes

Unit

Tolerance

Z

Motion and positioning
Travel range

20

Integrated sensor

Optical linear encoder

mm

Sensor resolution

10 (1)

nm

max.

Minimum incremental motion

100

nm

typ.

Linearity error, closed loop

1

%

typ.

Repeatability

±0.5

µm

typ.

Velocity

100

mm/s

max.

Force sensor resolution (optional)

1

mN

max.

Smallest force step (optional)

5

mN

typ.

Mechanical properties
Bearing / guide

Recirculating ball bearings

Motion straightness

±20

µm

±5 %

Moved mass without load

100 (230 with force sensor)

g

typ.

Motor type

PIMag® Voice Coil Drive, moving coil

Coil resistance

16

Ω

typ., at 20 °C

Coil inductance

6

mH

typ., at 20 °C

Time constant

0.375

ms

Back EMF

8

V·s/m

Force constant

8

N/A

Motor constant

2

N/(√W)

Current constant

0.125

A/N

typ.

Average continuous current

375 (2)

mA

max.

Peak current (max. 3 s)

800

mA

Average push/pull force

3

N

Power dissipation of the coil
with 100 % duty cycle

2.25

W

Maximum push/pull force

6

N

Operating temperature range

10 to 60

°C

Material

Aluminum

Mass

660 (790 with force sensor)

g

Cable length

1

m

Motor / sensor connection

Sub-D 15 (m) with force sensor: 2 × Sub-D 15 (m)

Lifetime

>107

Recommended controller

C-413.2x

Linear Actuators

Drive properties

typ.

nominal

max.

Miscellaneous

cycles

±5 %

min.

(1) With C-413 controller.
(2) Do not exceed for continuous operation.

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V-273.440, dimensions in mm

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V-273.441, dimensions in mm

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V-275 PIMag® Voice Coil Linear Actuator
High Dynamics, with Optional Force Control

n

Push force up to 10 N

n

Velocity to 600 mm/s

n

Integrated linear encoder, 0.01 µm resolution

n

Weight force compensation

n

Optional force sensor with 1 mN resolution

PIMag® Voice Coil
Voice coil drives consist of 2 essential components: A permanent magnet and
a coil, which is located in the air gap of the magnetic field. When current flows
through the coil, it moves in the magnetic field of the permanent magnet.
The direction of motion depends on the polarity. Thanks to their low weight
and friction-free drive principle, voice coil drives are particularly suitable for
applications, which require high dynamics and high velocities at limited travel
ranges. High scan frequencies and precision positioning are also possible with
these drives, because they are free of the effects of hysteresis.
Highly accurate position measuring with incremental linear encoder
Noncontact optical linear encoders measure the actual position directly at the
motion platform with the greatest accuracy so that nonlinearity, mechanical
play or elastic deformation have no influence on position measuring.

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n Sample

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Inspection

n Precision

Micro Assembly

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n General

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V-275.430
V-275.431 with force sensor
Active axes

Unit

Tolerance

Z

Motion and positioning
Travel range

10

Integrated sensor

Optical linear encoder

mm

Sensor resolution

10 (1)

nm

max.

Minimum incremental motion

100

nm

typ.

Linearity error, closed loop

1

%

typ.

Repeatability

±0.5

µm

typ.

Velocity

600

mm/s

max.

Force sensor resolution (optional)

1

mN

max.

Smallest force step (optional)

5

mN

typ.

Mechanical properties
Bearing / guide

Linear recirculating
ball bearings

Motion straightness

±5

µm

±5 %

Moved mass without load

150

g

typ.

Motor type

PIMag® voice coil drive,
moving coil

Coil resistance

5.7

Ω

typ., at 20 °C

Coil inductance

3.75

mH

typ., at 1 kHz

Time constant

0.65

ms

Back EMF

10

V·s/m

Force constant

10

N/A

Motor constant

4.2

N/(√W)

Current constant

0.1

A/N

typ.

Average continuous current

700 (2)

mA

max.

Peak current (max. 3 s)

1500

mA

Average push/pull force

7

N

Power dissipation of the coil
with 100 % duty cycle

4

W

Maximum push/pull force

15

N

Operating temperature range

10 to 60

°C

Material

Aluminum

Mass

800

g

Cable length

3

m

Motor / sensor connection

Sub-D 25 (m), with force
sensor Sub-D 9 (m)

Lifetime

>107

Recommended controller

C-413.1x

Linear Actuators

µm

Drive properties

typ.

nominal

max.

Miscellaneous

cycles

±5 %

min.

(1) With C-413 controller.
(2) Do not exceed for continuous operation.

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V-275.430, dimensions in mm

55
29
20

105
59.5

3.5

1

2 x M3

10

40

28

12

8

1

0.5 A B

4 H7

5

17

5 x M3

B

5
4 x M4

8

41

60

0.02
A
the given flatness value is also
a recommandation for the flatness
of the customer mounting interface
~ 129.5 (max. pos.)

55

~ 119.5 (min. pos.)
111.5

25
6

25

22.5

61.6
55.5

0

1
4 H7

~2

22

28

3.5

4 x M3

40.5

5

Transportsicherung
transport lock

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M3 thread
Signal-GND
of Probe Tip

105
1

M3

5

28

40

4 H7

59.5

3.5

V-275.431, dimensions in mm

B

6

41
0.5 A B

A

~ 133.2 (max. pos.)
~ 123.7 (min. pos.)
~ 113.5 (min. pos.)
111.5
47
25

6

0.02
the given flatness value is also
a recommendation for the flatness
of the customer mounting interface
55
25

60

8

Linear Actuators

4 x M4

53.5

28

1
4 H7

3.5

4 x M3

0

5

~2

28

22

25

22.5

61.6
55.5

Transportsicherung
transport lock

3.8

40.5

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V-277 PIMag® High-Load Linear Actuator
Voice Coil Drive for High Velocity

n F
 orce

up to 20 N

n V
 elocity

up to 750 mm/s

n I ntegrated
n W
 eight

linear encoder, 0.01 µm resolution

force compensation

n O
 ptional

force sensor with 1 mN resolution

PIMag® Voice Coil
Voice coil drives consist of 2 essential components: A permanent magnet and
a coil, which is located in the air gap of the magnetic field. When current flows
through the coil, it moves in the magnetic field of the permanent magnet.
The direction of motion depends on the polarity. Thanks to their low weight
and friction-free drive principle, voice coil drives are particularly suitable for
applications, which require high dynamics and high velocities at limited travel
ranges. High scan frequencies and precision positioning are also possible with
these drives, because they are free of the effects of hysteresis.
Highly accurate position measuring with incremental linear encoder
Noncontact optical linear encoders measure the actual position directly at the
motion platform with the greatest accuracy so that nonlinearity, mechanical
play or elastic deformation have no influence on position measuring.

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n Sample

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n Precision

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V-277.630
V-277.631 with force sensor
Active axes

Unit

Tolerance

Z

Motion and positioning
Travel range

15

Integrated sensor

Optical linear encoder

mm

Sensor resolution

10 (1)

nm

max.

Minimum incremental motion

100

nm

typ.

Linearity error, closed loop

1

%

typ.

Repeatability

±0.5

µm

typ.

Velocity

750

mm/s

max.

Force sensor resolution

1

mN

max.

Force resolution, closed-loop

5

mN

typ.

Mechanical properties
Bearing / guide

Linear recirculating ball
bearings

Motion straightness

±5

µm

±5 %

Moved mass without load

190

g

typ.

Motor type

PIMag® voice coil drive,
moving coil

Coil resistance

6.3

Ω

typ., at 20 °C

Coil inductance

2.70

mH

typ., at 1 kHz,
at 20 °C

Time constant

0.43

ms

typ.

Back EMF

14

V·s/m

Force constant

13.5

N/A

Motor constant

5.6

N/(√W)

Current constant

0.072

A/N

typ.

Average continuous current

740 (2)

mA

max.

Peak current (max. 3 s)

1500

mA

Average push/pull force

10

N

Power dissipation of the coil
with 100 % duty cycle

3.2

W

Maximum push/pull force

20

N

Operating temperature range

10 to 60

°C

Material

Aluminum

Mass

1850

g

Cable length

3

m

Motor / sensor connection

Sub-D 25 (m), with force
sensor Sub-D 9 (m)

Lifetime

>107

Recommended controller

C-413.1x

Linear Actuators

Drive properties

typ.

nominal

max.

Miscellaneous

cycles

±5 %

min.

(1) With C-413 controller.
(2) Do not exceed for continuous operation.

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V-277.630, dimensions in mm

5 x M3

5

2 x M3

5

4 H7

90

40

175 (max. pos.)
160 (min. pos.)
154
140.5

85.7
79.7
73.5
67
59.5

14.5
7.5
6.5
0

1

3

72
45

6

134

B

7.5

A
0.02
the given flatness value is also
a recommendation for the flatness
of the customer mounting interface

4 x M4

64.5

5

12

4 H7

46
45
43
37
31
28
0

4 x M4

7.5

~ 2.4

0.5 A B

85.7
79.7
73.5

60
25
10

72
20

5.5
64

5

Transportsicherung
transport lock

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Signal-GND
of Probe Tip

64.5

5

V-277.631, dimensions in mm

M3

5

34

72
60
25
6

4 H7

1

B
4 x M4

12

0.02
the given flatness value is also
a recommendation for the flatness
of the customer mounting interface

14.5
7.5
6.5
0
4 H7

5

0.5 A B

A

~ 211.2 (max. pos.)
~ 196.2 (min. pos.)
~ 184.7 (min. pos.)
140.5

85.7
79.7
73.5
54
48
36
34
33
32
0

47
25

Linear Actuators

85.7
79.7
73.5
67
59.5

40

85

~3

72
45
6

90

Transportsicherung
transport lock

64

5.5

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L-220 High-Resolution Linear Actuator
Suitable for a High Number of Cycles

n F
 orces

up to 125 N

n T
 ravel

ranges 13 to 77 mm
(½” to 3”)

n D
 C

or stepper motor

n N
 onrotating

tip

n V
 acuum-compatible

versions
to 10–9 hPa on request

L-220, dimensions in mm

L-220.10SG
L-220.10DG
L-220.20SG
L-220.20DG
L-220.50SG
L-220.50DG
L-220.70SG
L-220.70DG

Travel

A

B

C

13
13
26
26
52
52
77
77

26
26
39
39
65
65
90
90

148,3
155,2
161,5
168,4
186,6
193,5
211,6
218,5

13
19,9
13
19,9
13
19,9
13
19,9

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L-220.x0DG

L-220.x0SG

High precision, with DC gear
motor

Stepper motor with gearhead

X

X

Travel range

13 / 26 / 52 / 77

13 / 26 / 52 / 77

Integrated sensor

Rotary encoder

–

Sensor resolution

2048

–

Cts./rev.

Design resolution

0.022

0.55 (full step)

µm

typ.

Minimum incremental
motion

0.1

0.1

µm

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

0.5

0.5

µm

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±1

±1

µm

typ.

Velocity

3.5

0.8

mm/s

max.

Drive screw type

Ball screw

Ball screw

Thread pitch

1

1

Gear ratio

12493:567

387283:5103

Motor resolution

–

384 (29184)*

Steps/rev.

Push/pull force

125

125

N

max.

Holding force

80

125

N

typ.

Permissible lateral force

1

1

N

max.

Motor type

DC motor with gearhead

2-phase stepper motor
with gearhead

Operating voltage, nominal

12

12

V

nom.

Operating voltage, max.

24

48

V

max.

Step resolution

–

24

Full steps/rev.

Limit and reference point
switches

Hall effect

Hall effect

Operating temperature
range

5 to 40

5 to 40

Material

Stainless steel, red brass

Stainless steel, red brass

Mass

0.21 / 0.23 / 0.26 /0.29

0.23 / 0.25 / 0.28 /0.32

kg

±5 %

Moved mass

0.02 / 0.02 / 0.025 / 0.030

0.02 / 0.02 / 0.025 / 0.030

kg

±5 %

Cable length

0.5

0.5

m

±10 mm

Connector

HD Sub-D 26 (m)

HD Sub-D 26 (m)

Recommended
controllers / drivers

C-863 (single axis)
C-884 (up to 6 axes)
C-885 with C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular controller

C-663.12 (single axis)
SMC Hydra (double axis)
C-885 with C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular controller

Motion axes

Unit

Tolerance

Motion and positioning
mm

Mechanical properties

Linear Actuators

mm

Drive properties

Miscellaneous
°C

All cables required for operation with the recommended controller are included in the scope of delivery.
The cable length is 3 m. Cable for connecting to other controllers can be ordered as accessory.
Ask about custom designs!

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M-227
High-Resolution Linear Actuator with DC Motor
With Optional Piezo Drive

n M
 in.

incremental motion 0.05 µm

n N
 onrotating
n F
 lat

end piece

tip included

n S
 ubnanometer

resolution with optional

piezo drive
n F
 or

installing into mechanical systems
with external limit switches

M-227, dimensions in mm

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M-227.10
M-227.25
M-227.50

Unit

Tolerance

Travel range

10 / 25 / 50

mm

Integrated sensor

Rotary encoder

Sensor resolution

2048

Cts./rev.

Design resolution

0.0035

µm

typ.

Minimum incremental motion

0.05

µm

typ.

Backlash

10

µm

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

±0.1

µm

typ.

Velocity

0.75

mm/s

max.

Motion and positioning

Mechanical properties
Drive screw

Leadscrew

Thread pitch

0.5

Gear ratio

69.12:1

Push/pull force (1)

40

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

0.1

N

max.

mm

Motor type

DC gear motor

Operating voltage

0 to ±12

V

Motor power

1.78

W

Operating temperature range

–20 to 65

°C

Material

Aluminum anodized,
chrome steel

Mass

0.16 / 0.22 / 0.26

kg

±5 %

Cable length

0.1 m + 3 m extension
cable (included)

m

±10 mm

Connector

Sub-D 15

Recommended controllers / drivers

C-863
C-884

Linear Actuators

Drive properties

nominal

Miscellaneous

(1) Higher forces on request.
Ask about custom designs!

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M-228 / M-229 High-Resolution
Linear Actuator with Stepper Motor
Compact and Extremely Inexpensive

n

Travel ranges 10 and 25 mm

n

High load capacity 80 N

n

Resolution 0.36 nm with gearhead version

n

Velocity to 4 mm/s

n

Direct drive versions include handwheel

n N
 oncontact

limit and reference point switches

M-228.11S, dimensions in mm

M-228.10S, dimensions in mm

M-229.26S, dimensions in mm

M-229.25S, dimensions in mm

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M-228.10S

M-228.11S

M-229.25S

M-229.26S

Slim design

Lower cost,
higher velocity

Slim design

Lower cost,
higher velocity

Unit

Tolerance

Motion and positioning
Travel range

10

10

25

25

mm

Design resolution (1)

0.00036

0.00061

0.00036

0.00061

µm

typ.

Min. incremental motion (1)

1

1

1

1

µm

typ.

Backlash (2)

5

10

10

10

µm

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

±2

±2

±2

±2

µm

typ.

Velocity

1.5

4

1.5

4

mm/s

max.

Reference point switch
repeatability

1

1

1

1

µm

typ.

Drive screw type

Leadscrew

Leadscrew

Leadscrew

Leadscrew

Drive screw pitch

0.5

0.5

0.5

0.5

Gear ratio

256/9

–

256/9

–

Push/pull force capacity

20

50

50

80

Motor type

2-phase stepper
motor

2-phase stepper
motor

2-phase stepper
motor

2-phase stepper
motor

Step resolution

24

400

24

400

steps/rev.

Nominal current per phase

250

850

1000

850

mA

Limit and reference point
switches

Hall effect

Hall effect

Hall effect

Hall effect

Operating temperature range

–20 to 65

–20 to 65

–20 to 65

–20 to 65

Material

Al (anodized),
steel, brass

Al (anodized),
steel, brass

Al (anodized),
steel, brass

Al (anodized),
steel, brass

Mass

0.23

0.36

0.4

0.61

kg

±5 %

Cable length

0.5 m, incl. 3 m
cable

0.6 m, incl. 3 m
cable

0.5 m, incl. 3 m
cable

0.6 m, incl. 3 m
cable

m

±10 mm

Connector

Sub-D 15

Sub-D 15

Sub-D 15

Sub-D 15

Recommended controller

C-663.12

C-663.12

C-663.12

C-663.12

Mechanical properties
mm
N

max.

Linear Actuators

Drive properties

max.

Miscellaneous
°C

(1) With recommended controller.
(2) With preload.
Avoid lateral forces on the pusher!
Ask about custom designs!

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M-230 High-Resolution
Linear Actuator with DC Motor
Nonrotating Tip, Limit Switches

n

Min. incremental motion 0.05 µm

n

Travel ranges 10 and 25 mm

n

Nonrotating end piece

n

Velocity 0.8 mm/s

n

MTBF >20000 h

M-230, dimensions in mm

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M-230.10
M-230.25

Unit

Tolerance

High precision, with DC gear motor
Motion and positioning
Travel range

10 / 25

Integrated sensor

Rotary encoder

mm

Sensor resolution

2048

Cts./rev.

Design resolution

0.0046

µm

typ.

Minimum incremental motion

0.05

µm

typ.

Backlash

2

µm

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

±0.1

µm

typ.

Velocity

0.8

mm/s

max.

Reference point switch repeatability

1

µm

typ.

Mechanical properties
Drive screw

Leadscrew

Thread pitch

0.4

Gear ratio

42.92063:1

Push/pull force capacity

70

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

30 / 20

N

max.

mm

Motor type

DC gear motor

Operating voltage

0 to ±12

V

Motor power

1.78

W

Limit and reference point switches

Hall effect

Linear Actuators

Drive properties

nominal

Miscellaneous
Operating temperature range

–20 to 65

Material

Al (anodized), steel, brass

°C

Mass

0.3 / 0.35

Connector

15-pin sub-D, incl. encoder driver

Recommended controllers /
drivers

C-863
C-884

kg

±5 %

Ask about custom designs!

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M-232 High-Resolution
Linear Actuator with DC Motor
Compact due to Folded Drive

n

Travel range 17 mm

n

Min. incremental motion 0.1 µm

n

Velocity to 1.5 mm/s

n

Closed-loop DC motors

n

Rotating end piece, rotating pusher

n

MTBF >5000 h

M-232, dimensions in mm

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M-232.17

Unit

Tolerance

High resolution, closed loop
Motion and positioning
Travel range

17

Integrated sensor

Rotary encoder

mm

Sensor resolution

2048

Cts./rev.

Design resolution

0.007

µm

typ.

Minimum incremental motion

0.1

µm

typ.

Backlash

2

µm

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

±0.2

µm

typ.

Velocity

1.5

mm/s

max.

Mechanical properties
Drive screw

Leadscrew

Thread pitch

0.4

Gear ratio

28.44444:1

Motor resolution

–

steps/rev.

Push/pull force

40

N

mm

max.

Motor type

DC gear motor

Operating voltage

0 to ±12

V

Motor power

1.78

W

Limit switches

Hall effect

Linear Actuators

Drive properties

Miscellaneous
Operating temperature range

–20 to 65

Material

Aluminum anodized, chrome steel

°C

Mass

0.17

kg

±5 %

Cable length

0.5 + 3 m extension cable (included)

m

±10 mm

Connector

15-pin sub-D, incl. encoder driver

Recommended controllers /
drivers

C-863
C-884

Avoid lateral forces on the pusher!
Ask about custom designs!

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M-235 High-Resolution
Linear Actuator with DC Motor
Highly Dynamic, High Forces up to 120 N

n

Travel ranges 20 and 50 mm

n

Min. incremental motion to 0.1 µm

n

DC motor allows high velocities

n

Push/pull force capacity to 120 N

n

MTBF >10000 h

n

Nonrotating end piece

n

Recirculating ball screw

2,5
9,5

6

20 h6

M-235.2DD, M-235.2DG, M-235.5DD
and M-235.5DG, dimensions in mm

4

10

22

M6

min.12

27

M20x0,5

166 (M-235.2Dx)
196 (M-235.5Dx)

1...21 (M-235.2Dx)
1...51 (M-235.5Dx)

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M-235.2DG
M-235.5DG

M-235.2DD
M-235.5DD

Unit

Tolerance

High precision,
with DC gear motor

High dynamics

Travel range

20 / 50

20 / 50

Integrated sensor

Rotary encoder

Rotary encoder

Sensor resolution

2048

2048

Cts./rev.

Design resolution

0.016

0.5

µm

typ.

Minimum incremental
motion

0.1

1.5

µm

typ.

Backlash

2

2

µm

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

±0.1

±0.5

µm

typ.

Velocity

2

30

mm/s

max.

Gear ratio

29.6:1

–

Push/pull force

120

50

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

8

8

N

max.

Motor type

DC gear motor

DC motor

Operating voltage

0 to ±12

0 to ±12

V

Motor power

4

17

W

Limit and reference point
switches

Hall effect

Hall effect

Operating temperature
range

–20 to 65

–20 to 65

Material

Aluminum anodized,
chrome steel

Aluminum anodized,
chrome steel

Mass

0.55 / 0.7

0.5 / 0.65

kg

±5 %

Cable length

0.5 m, 3 m cables incl.

0.5 m, 3 m cables incl.

m

±10 mm

Connector

15-pin sub-D,
incl. encoder driver

15-pin sub-D,
incl. encoder driver

Recommended
controllers / drivers

C-863
C-884

C-863
C-884

Motion and positioning
mm

Mechanical properties

Linear Actuators

Drive properties

nominal

Miscellaneous
°C

Ask about custom designs!

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L-239 High-Load Linear Actuator
Dynamic, High-Resolution Precision Drive

L-239.50SD with stepper motor, dimensions in mm

n

 obust design for industrial
R
environments

n

High feed force to 300 N

n

Travel range 52 mm (2”)

n

 inimum incremental motion
M
0.1 µm

n

Velocity to 50 mm/s

n

Preloaded, low-friction ball screw

n

 acuum-compatible versions to
V
10–9 hPa on request

n

Stepper, DC and BLDC motors

L-239.50AD with ActiveDrive DC motor, dimensions in mm

L-239.033232 with DC motor and L-239.035232 with brushless DC motor, dimensions in mm

Applications
n Electronics

L-239 shaft, dimensions in mm

>> ActiveDrive

Manufacturing

n Precision

Micro Assembly

>> Incremental Encoder

Instrumentation

>> Vacuum-Compatible Versions

n

General Automation

n Scientific

n

Optical Alignment

n Semiconductor

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L-239.50AD
L-239.033232
L-239.035232

L-239.50SD

Unit

Tolerance

Active axis

X

X

Travel range

52

52

mm

Velocity

50

25

mm/s

Integrated sensor

Rotary encoder

–

Sensor resolution

20000

–

Counts./rev.

Design resolution

0.05

5 (full step)

µm

typ.

Minimum incremental
motion

0.2

0.1

µm

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

0.2

0.1

µm

typ.

Bidirectional repeatability

±1

±1

µm

typ.

Limit and reference point
switches

Hall effect

Hall effect

Guide type

Recirculating ball bearings

Recirculating ball bearings

Drive screw type

Ball screw

Ball screw

Drive screw pitch

1

1

mm

Push/pull force

300

300

N

max.

Holding force, power off

40

80

Permissible lateral force

10

10

N

max.

Unit

Tolerance

V

nom.

Motion

max.

Positioning

L-239.50AD

L-239.50SD

L-239.033232

L-239.035232

Motor type

DC motor with
PWM control

2-phase
stepper motor

DC motor

BLDC motor

Operating voltage, nominal

24

24

24

24

Operating voltage, max.

24

48

48

48

Step resolution

–

200

–

–

Full steps/rev.

Operating temperature
range

5 to 40

5 to 40

5 to 40

5 to 40

°C

Material

Aluminum,
stainless steel

Aluminum,
stainless steel

Aluminum,
stainless steel

Aluminum,
stainless steel

Mass

1.72

1.65

1.75

1.75

kg

±5 %

Moved mass

0.155

0.155

0.155

0.155

kg

±5 %

Connector

Sub-D 15 (m)

HD Sub-D 26
(m)

HD Sub-D 26
(m)

HD Sub-D 26
(m)

Recommended
controllers / drivers

C-863
(single axis)
C-884
(up to 6 axes)
C-885 with
C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular
controller

C-663.12
(single axis)
SMC Hydra
(double axis)
C-885 with
C-663.12C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular
controller

C-863
(single axis)
C-884
(up to 6 axes)
C-885 with
C-863.20C885
(to 40 axes)
ACS modular
controller

C-891
(single axis)
C-885 with
C-891.10C885
(up to 20 axes)
ACS modular
controller

Linear Actuators

Mechanical properties

Drive properties

max.

Miscellaneous

All cables required for operation with the recommended controller are included in the scope of delivery.
The cable length is 3 m. Cable for connecting to other controllers can be ordered as accessory.
Ask about custom designs!

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M-238 High-Load Linear Actuator with DC Motor
Dynamic, High-Resolution Precision Drive

n

 ptional linear encoder for direct position
O
measurement

n

High load capacity to 400 N

n

Travel range 50 mm

n

Resolution to 0.1 µm

n

Velocity to 30 mm/s

n

Nonrotating end piece

n

Recirculating ball screw

M-238, dimensions in mm

A

B

336,2
347,2

90
67,6

Applications

>> ActiveDrive

n General

>> Incremental Encoder

n Optical

Automation

>> Linear Encoder

Alignment

n Scientific

Instrumentation
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M-238.5PG

M-238.5PL

Unit

Tolerance

Rotary encoder
on motor shaft

Highest precision
with linear encoder

Travel range

50

50

Integrated sensor

Rotary encoder

Linear encoder

Sensor resolution

4000 cts/rev

0.1 µm

Design resolution

0.13

0.1

µm

typ.

Minimum incremental
motion

0.5

0.3

µm

typ.

Backlash

3

1

µm

typ.

Unidirectional repeatability

±1

±0.3

µm

typ.

Velocity

30

30

mm/s

max.

Reference point switch
repeatability

1

1

µm

typ.

Drive screw pitch

2

2

mm

Gear ratio

3.71:1

3.71:1

Push/pull force

400

400

N

max.

Permissible lateral force

100

100

N

max.

Motor type

DC motor, ActiveDrive

DC motor, ActiveDrive

Motor voltage

24 V

24 V

V

Motor power

80

80

W

Operating temperature
range

–10 to 50

–10 to 50

°C

Material

Aluminum anodized, chrome
steel

Aluminum anodized, chrome
steel

Mass

2.4

2.4

kg

±5 %

Cable length

3

3

m

±10 mm

Connector

Sub-D 15

Sub-D 15

Recommended
controllers / drivers

C-863
C-884

C-863
C-884

Motion and positioning
mm

Linear Actuators

Mechanical properties

Drive properties

nominal

Miscellaneous

Ask about custom designs!

The repeatability of the M-238.5PL with linear encoder is less than 0.3 µm.

The velocity constancy of an M-238.5PL at 30 mm/s.

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Industrial motion control .......................................................................................................................................................... 234
Solutions for Motion Centric Industrial Automation .......................................................	 234
Overview of Available ACS Motion Control Modules .....................................................	 236
ACS Motion Control for Motion Centric Industrial Automation ......................................	 238
A-81x PIglide Motion Controller for 1, 2 or 4 Axes .........................................................	 242
A-82x PIglide Motion Controller for 4, 6 or 8 Axes .........................................................	 244
SMC Hydra Universal Motion Controller ........................................................................	 246
C-891 PIMag® Motion Controller for Magnetic Direct Drives ..........................................	 248

Modular Multi-Channel Piezo Controllers ................................................................................................................................ 250
C-885 PIMotionMaster ....................................................................................................	 250

Stepper Motor Controllers ........................................................................................................................................................ 252
C-663.12 Mercury Step Stepper Motor Controller, 1 Axis ...............................................	 252

DC Motor Controllers ................................................................................................................................................................ 254
C-863 Mercury Servo Controller .....................................................................................	 254
C-884.4DC / C-884.6DC Motion Controller for DC Motors, 4 or 6 Axess ..........................	 256

C-413 PIMag® Motion Controller .....................................................................................	 258

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Motion Control

Voice Coil Controllers ............................................................................................................................................................... 258

Solutions for Motion Centric
Industrial Automation

Positioning and motion tasks in industrial automation such as those in assembly, semiconductor manufacturing, mechanical engineering, laser material processing, inspection systems or in additive manufacturing
demand solutions that need to be robust and reliable. Submicrometer accuracy, exact position reproducibility,
high dynamics, and throughput are just as essential. This is particularly the case with industry 4.0 where
safety and simple networking options play an important role.

SMARTER MOTION
AND POSITIONING
What makes a positioner and motion solution smart? What functions and features
must a high-performance control solution
offer to make smart motion and positioning possible? PI has identified the following list of basic requirements that make
it possible to offer solutions for industrial
applications that fulfill the high demands
for precision and dynamics irrespective of
the number of motion axes.

n

Functional safety

n

Communication via fieldbus interfaces

n

Autotuning

n

Synchronization of the individual axes in the system

n

Multidimensional motion profiles

n

3-DOF compensation of the position error

n

Yaw compensation for gantry solutions

n

Suppression of system oscillation

n

Robust control behavior

n E
 asy

integration into the higher-level automation
environment

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COMPLETE SOLUTIONS FOR HIGH-THROUGHPUT
AND HIGH-PRECISION MULTI-AXIS APPLICATIONS
Those requirements can only be fulfilled when the mechanics, drive technology, and control electronics of
the positioning system are perfectly matched to each other.
A solution from a single-source supplier does not just offer the customer sophisticated positioning technology
and high-performance control solutions, but also faster start-up and high flexibility when implementing new
requirements.

UDMnt

Motion Control

SPiiPlusEC

HIGH-PERFORMANCE MOTION CONTROL SYSTEMS
ACS Motion Control offers distributed-architecture motion control systems, completely modular, with components organized over three levels: The first level is the user interface. This is basically the host software
and allows communication with the motion system.
The devices on the second level are called motion controllers. The motion controller is responsible for communication with the host software and also takes care of everything related to profile generation, trajectory,
macros, diagnostics, and so on. The position commands are sent to the universal drive modules on the third
level via an EtherCAT real-time network. In some products, the motion controller, the drives, and the power
supplies are integrated into one housing. These products are called control modules.
The universal drive modules on the third level include the digital servo processor (DSP). It performs the servo
positioning of the axes. The drive modules power and actuate the motors, handle the feedback devices,
manage the I/Os, and analyze the sensor signals for closed-loop positioning control.

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Overview of Available ACS Motion Control Modules
PI offers complete systems that implement the ACS motion control solutions

EtherCAT® is a registered trademark and patented technology, licensed by Beckhoff Automation GmbH, Germany.

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ACS Motion Control
for Motion Centric Industrial Automation
Available Modules

EtherCAT® Motion Controller

SPiiPlusEC Powerful Motion
Controller and EtherCAT®
Network Manager
up to 64 axes and thousands
of I/O’s

SPiiPlusES High Performance Multi-Axis Controller
with Built-in EtherCAT®-toEtherCAT® Bridge
up to 64 axes and thousands
of I/O’s

SPiiPlusSC Software Based
Powerful Motion Controller
and EtherCAT® Network
Manager
up to 64 axes and thousands
of I/O’s

SPiiPlusCMnt 32-Axis
EtherCAT® Master Control
Module with 2 Built-in Drives
1, 2 drives 85 – 265 V-AC,
up to 7.5/15 A

SPiiPlusCMhp/ba 32-Axis
EtherCAT® Master Control
Module with 3 Built-in Drives
1 to 3 drives, 85 – 265 V-AC,
up to 15/30 A

Control Modules

MC4Unt Customized Multiaxis Control Using Standard
Components
2 to 8 drives, wide power
range

User Interface Software Applications
SPiiPlusSPC Smart
Processing Commander
Machine Control Interface
for High-Precision Laser
Processing Applications

SPiiPlusSMC Smart
Motion Commander
Customizable CNC HMI
Platform for High-Precision
Machining and Processing
Applications

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SPiiPlusCMhv 32-Axis
EtherCAT® Master Control
Module with 2 Built-in
High-Voltage Drives
1, 2 axes, 230 – 480 V-AC, up to
15/30 A, or 230 V-AC, 20/60 A

Drives with ±10 V Interface

NPApc Single/Dual Axis
NanoPWM Drive with ±10 V
Current Commutation
Commands
1,2 drives, 12 – 100 V, up to
13.3/40 A, PCB mount

NPApm Single/Dual Axis
NanoPWM Drive with ±10 V
Current Commutation
Commands
1,2 drives, 12 – 100 V, up to
13.3/40 A

NPArm 2 to 8 Axis NanoPWM
Drive system with ±10V Current
Commutation Commands and
Power Supply
2 to 8 drives, up to 96 V, up to
13.3/40 A, rack mount

PDMnt EtherCAT® Quad
Axis P/D Interface Module
4 axes, Pulse/Direction
interface to external motor
drives

PDIcl EtherCAT® Dual/Quad
Axis Interface Module for
P/D with Feedback
2, 4 axes, Pulse/Direction
interface to external motor
drives

Motion Control

Interfaces

UDIhp/lt EtherCAT®
Dual/Quad Axis Motor
Drive Interface
2 to 4 axes, ±10 V interface
to external motor drives

IOMnt EtherCAT®
Digital I/O Module
up to 32 digital inputs
and outputs, 24 V-DC

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ACS Motion Control
for Motion Centric Industrial Automation
Available Modules

Universal Drive Modules with 48 V DC

UDMlc EtherCAT® Dual/
Quad Axis Drive Module
2, 4 drives, 12 – 48 V, up to
5/10 A

UDMsd EtherCAT® Dual/
Quad Axis Drive Module
2, 4 drives, 12 – 48 V, up to
2.5/5 A

UDMpc EtherCAT® Single/
Dual Axis Drive Module
1, 2 drives, 24 – 48 V, up to
10/20 A, PCB mount

Universal Drive Modules with 80 V DC

UDMnt EtherCAT® Single/
Dual Axis Drive Module
1, 2 drives, 12 – 80 V, up to
10/20 A

UDMmc EtherCAT® Drive Module,
Compact, Cost Effective
2, 4 drives, 12 – 80 V, up to
20/40 A

Universal Drive Modules with AC

UDMpm EtherCAT®
Single/Dual Axis Drive
Module
1, 2 drives, 85 – 265 V,
up to 7.5/15 A

UDMhp/ba EtherCAT®
Drive Module, Compact,
Powerful
1 to 3 drives, 85 – 265 V-AC,
up to 15/30 A

UDMhv EtherCAT® Single/
Dual Axis High Voltage Drive
Module
1, 2 drives, 230 – 480 V-AC,
up to 15/30 A or 230 V-AC
20/60 A

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Universal Drive Modules with NanoPWM

NPMpc EtherCAT® Single/Dual
Axis NanoPWM Drive Module
1, 2 drives, 12 – 100 V, up to
13.3/40 A, PCB mount

NPMpm EtherCAT® Single/Dual
Axis NanoPWM Drive Module
1, 2 drives, 12 – 100 V, up to
13.3/40 A

UDMcb Economical EtherCAT®
Single/Dual Axis Drive Module
1, 2 drives, up to 100 V,
13.3/40 A, PCB mount

Motion Control

Other Universal Drive Modules

UDMpa EtherCAT® Single/
Dual Axis Drive Module
1, 2 drives, up to 100 V,
13.3/40 A

Stepper Drive Module

SDMnt EtherCAT® 4/8 Axis
Stepper Drive Module
4, 8 unipolar stepper motor
drives, 40 V, 3 A

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A-81x
PIglide Motion Controller for 1, 2 or 4 Axes
For Stages with Direct Drive, TCP/IP Interface

n 1
 ,

2, & 4 motion axes

n F
 ully

integrated closed-loop servo control, amplifier module,
and power supplies

n F
 or

voice coil drives, DC motors and brushless 3-phase motors

n Q
 uiet

PWM drives

n E
 ncoder
n 5


inputs support sine/cosine and BiSS-C

A continuous current / 10 A peak output current per axis

Overview

Options

The A-81x motion controller series from PI offers a fully integrated electronics
solution with controller, drives, and power supplies in a compact 19-inch rack
unit. The A-81x controllers are designed and optimized for PIglide air bearing
stages that are equipped with direct drive linear and rotation servo motors, and
high-resolution encoders.

n A
 bsolute

Standard options include inputs for incremental sine/cosine and absolute
encoders that use the BiSS-C data protocol. Support for sine/cosine encoders
has an integrated interpolation factor of 16384x. All controllers feature integrated flash memory for stored motion programs and parameters.

n I nput

The A-81x controllers can be operated in stand-alone mode running stored
programs, or controlled via an external PC. A PC is required for programming
and startup. All software is supplied with the controller.

encoders or incremental encoders
(can be combined individually according to
customer specifications for all axes of the
controller)

n G
 -Code

programming

shaping

n A
 dditional

control axes for external drives
via EtherCAT®

n A
 lternative

customized packaging for OEM

designs

If the controller is purchased together with a PIglide air bearing stage or positioning system, PI will perform the servo tuning, startup of the controller, and
error calibration, and supply a complete ready-to-use positioning system.
The A-81x motion controller features the state of the art ACS SPiiPlusEC motion
controller and EtherCAT® master, and includes ServoBoost™ for up to eight
axes of motion. ServoBoost™ provides better, more consistent servo performance that is insensitive to noise or changes in the system.

>> Extensive Software Package
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A-811.21x00

A-812.21x00

A-814.21x00

Number of axes

1

2

4

Controller type

Closed-loop servo control
(PID), parameter changing
during operation

Closed-loop servo control
(PID), parameter changing
during operation

Closed-loop servo control
(PID), parameter changing
during operation

Servo-frequency position
control

10 kHz

10 kHz

10 kHz

Servo frequency current
control

20 kHz

20 kHz

20 kHz

Trajectory profiles

Point-to-point, jog, s-curve

Point-to-point, jog, s-curve,
interpolated coordinated
multi-axis profiles

Point-to-point, jog, s-curve,
interpolated coordinated
multi-axis profiles

Cooling

Fan on the side (continuous
operation, constant speed)

Fan on the side (continuous
operation, constant speed)

Fan on the side (continuous
operation, constant speed)

Drive type

PWM

PWM

PWM

Motor types

Voice coil
Brushed DC motor
Brushless 3-phase motor
with sine commutation

Voice coil
Brushed DC motor
Brushless 3-phase motor
with sine commutation

Voice coil
Brushed DC motor
Brushless 3-phase motor
with sine commutation

Encoder options
(factory default)
(Can be configured individually for combinations
according to customer
specifications)

Incremental sine/cosine
(1 Vpp)
A/B quadrature (RS-422)
(on request),
Absolute encoder BiSS-C

Incremental sine/cosine
(1 Vpp)
A/B quadrature (RS-422)
(on request),
Absolute encoder BiSS-C

Incremental sine/cosine
(1 Vpp)
A/B quadrature (RS-422)
(on request),
Absolute encoder BiSS-C

Output current (per axis)

5 A continuous operation,
10 A peak

5 A continuous operation,
10 A peak

5 A continuous operation,
10 A peak

Communication

Ethernet: TCP/IP,
100/1000 Mbps
Ethernet/IP
Modbus

Ethernet: TCP/IP,
100/1000 Mbps
Ethernet/IP
Modbus

User I/O (without reference
and limit switch)

2 × digital input, 24 V DC, sink
2 × digital output, 24 V DC,
source
1 × analog input, differential,
12 bit
1 × analog output, differential,
10 bit
1 × RS-422 high-speed output
for position trigger (PEG)
1 × 24 V DC sink

2 × digital input, 24 V DC, sink
2 × digital output, 24 V DC,
source
1 × analog input, differential,
12 bit
1 × analog output, differential,
10 bit
2 × RS-422 high-speed output
for position trigger (PEG)

Ethernet: TCP/IP,
100/1000 Mbps
Ethernet/IP
Modbus
4 × digital input, 24 V DC, sink
4 × digital output, 24 V DC,
source
2 × analog input, differential,
12 bit
2 × analog output, differential,
10 bit
4 × RS-422 high-speed output
for position trigger (PEG)

1 × 24 V DC sink

1 x 24 V DC sink

Rear panel connectors
Sub-D for motor and signal
connections
IEC 60320 type C14 for power
supply

Rear panel connectors
Sub-D for motor and signal
connections
IEC 60320 type C14 for power
supply

Rear panel connectors
Sub-D for motor and signal
connections
IEC 60320 type C14 for power
supply

Power supply

120 – 240 V AC,
single phase,
50 – 60 Hz (factory default),
600 W

120 – 240 V AC,
single phase,
50 – 60 Hz (factory default),
600 W

120 – 240 V AC,
single phase,
50 – 60 Hz (factory default),
600 W

Mass (approx.)

8.5 kg

8.5 kg

9.3 kg

Dimensions

19” rack unit,
483 mm × 88 mm × 487 mm
(incl. handles)

19” rack unit,
483 mm × 88 mm × 487 mm
(incl. handles)

19” rack unit,
483 mm × 88 mm × 487 mm
(incl. handles)

Interlock / motion-stop
Connector interface

Miscellaneous

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Interfaces

A-82x
PIglide Motion Controller for 4, 6 or 8 Axes
For Stages with Direct Drive and High Power Requirements, TCP/IP Interface

n 4
 ,

6 or 8 high-performance motion axes

n F
 ully

integrated closed-loop servo control, amplifier module,
and power supplies

n F
 or

voice coil drives, DC motors and brushless 3-phase motors

n Q
 uiet

PWM drives

n E
 ncoder
n 1
 0

inputs support sine/cosine and BiSS-C

A continuous current / 20 A peak output current per axis

Overview

Options

The A-82x motion controller series from PI offers a fully integrated electronics
solution with controller, drives, and power supplies in a compact 4-U-high
19-inch rack unit. The A-824 supplies continuous power of 2 kW. The A-82x
controllers are designed and optimized for PIglide air bearing stages that are
equipped with direct drive linear and rotation servo motors, and high-resolution
encoders.

n A
 bsolute

Standard options include inputs for incremental sine/cosine and absolute
encoders that use the BiSS-C data protocol. Support for sine/cosine encoders
has an integrated interpolation factor of 16384x. All controllers feature integrated flash memory for stored motion programs and parameters.

n A
 dditional

encoders or incremental encoders
(can be combined individually according to
customer specifications for all axes of the
controller)

n G
 -Code
n I nput

programming

shaping

control axes for external drives
via EtherCAT®

n A
 lternative

customized packaging for OEM

designs

The A-82x controllers can be operated in stand-alone mode running stored
programs, or controlled via an external PC. A PC is required for programming
and startup. All software is supplied with the controller.
If the controller is purchased together with a PIglide air bearing stage or positioning system, PI will perform the servo tuning, startup of the controller, and
error calibration, and supply a complete ready-to-use positioning system.
The A-82x motion controller features the state of the art ACS SPiiPlusEC motion
controller and EtherCAT® master, and includes ServoBoost™ for up to eight
axes of motion. ServoBoost™ provides better, more consistent servo performance that is insensitive to noise or changes in the system.
>> Extensive Software Package
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A-824.21x00

A-826.21x00

A-828.21x00

Number of axes

4

6

8

Controller type

Closed-loop servo control
(PID), parameter changing
during operation

Closed-loop servo control
(PID), parameter changing
during operation

Closed-loop servo control
(PID), parameter changing
during operation

Servo-frequency position
control

10 kHz

10 kHz

10 kHz

Servo frequency current
control

20 kHz

20 kHz

20 kHz

Trajectory profiles

Point-to-point, jog, s-curve,
interpolated coordinated
multi-axis profiles

Point-to-point, jog, s-curve,
interpolated coordinated
multi-axis profiles

Point-to-point, jog, s-curve,
interpolated coordinated
multi-axis profiles

Cooling

Fan on the side (continuous
operation, constant speed)

Fan on the side (continuous
operation, constant speed)

Fan on the side (continuous
operation, constant speed)

Drive type

PWM

PWM

PWM

Motor types

Voice coil
Brushed DC motor
Brushless 3-phase motor
with sine commutation

Voice coil
Brushed DC motor
Brushless 3-phase motor
with sine commutation

Voice coil
Brushed DC motor
Brushless 3-phase motor
with sine commutation

Encoder options
(factory default)
(Can be configured individually for combinations
according to customer
specifications)

Incremental sine/cosine
(1 Vpp)
A/B quadrature (RS-422)
(on request),
Absolute encoder BiSS-C

Incremental sine/cosine
(1 Vpp)
A/B quadrature (RS-422)
(on request),
Absolute encoder BiSS-C

Incremental sine/cosine
(1 Vpp)
A/B quadrature (RS-422)
(on request),
Absolute encoder BiSS-C

Interpolation factor
sine/cosine encoder

4 x to 16384x (can be
adjusted by software)

4 x to 16384x (can be
adjusted by software)

4 x to 16384x (can be
adjusted by software)

Output voltage

72 VDC

72 VDC

72 VDC

Output current (per axis)

10 A continuous operation,
20 A peak (<1 s)

10 A continuous operation,
20 A peak (<1 s)

10 A continuous operation,
20 A peak (<1 s)

Output power (total)

1100 W continuous operation
3900 W peak

1700 W continuous operation
3900 W peak

2000 W continuous operation
3900 W peak

A-82x

Communication

Ethernet: TCP/IP, 100/1000 Mbps
Ethernet/IP
Modbus

User I/O (without reference
and limit switch)

4 × digital input, 24 V DC, sink
3 × digital output, 24 V DC, source
2 × analog input, differential, 12 bit
2 × analog output, differential, 10 bit
4 × RS-422 high-speed output for position trigger (PEG)

Interlock / motion-stop

1 × 24 V DC

Connector interface

Rear panel connectors
Sub-D for motor and signal connections
IEC 60320 type C20 for power supply

Motion Control

Interfaces

A-824.2x00

A-826.21x00

A-828.21x00

Power supply

200 – 240 V AC, single phase,
50 – 60 Hz

200 – 240 V AC, single phase,
50 – 60 Hz

200 – 240 V AC, single phase,
50 – 60 Hz

Mass (approx.)

13.6 kg

14.4 kg

15.2 kg

Dimensions

19” rack unit, 483 mm ×
171 mm × 495 mm
(incl. handles)

19” rack unit, 483 mm ×
171 mm × 495 mm
(incl. handles)

19” rack unit, 483 mm ×
171 mm × 495 mm
(incl. handles)

Miscellaneous

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SMC Hydra Universal Motion Controller
For Electromagnetic Motors

n

 -D vector motion with linear interpolation, independent
2
single-axis motion

n

 or DC servo and brushless DC motors (BLDC), linear
F
and torque motors (2 / 3 phases), 2-phase stepper motors

n

Digital inputs and outputs

n

Optional: Encoder-based trigger output

n

 ptional: Position capture input: Position detection
O
in real time via digital input

n

Optional: Dynamic position correction

n

Joystick operation via CAN bus

Compact SMC Hydra CM
2-axis motion controller

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SMC Hydra TT

SMC Hydra CM

SMC Hydra RM

Function

Motion controller for
electromagnetic motors
Benchtop device with
integrated power supply

Motion controller for
electromagnetic motors
Compact device

Motion controller for
electromagnetic motors
19” rack unit with
integrated power supply

Axes

2

2

2/4

Sensor channels

2

2

2/4

Operating voltage

90 – 260 V, integrated widerange-input power supply

24 V / 48 V, external power supply (not in scope of delivery)

90 – 260 V, integrated widerange-input power supply

Max. power consumption

300 W

120 W

1000 W

Max. current consumption

11 A

11 A

11 A

Operating temperature range

10 to 40 °C

10 to 40 °C

10 to 40 °C

Weight

2.65 kg

0.45 kg

6 kg

Dimensions

225 mm x 515 mm x 56 mm

76 mm x 156 mm x 56 mm

84 HP, 2 RU, 310 mm depth

Miscellaneous

Motion and control
Supported functions

Linear vector motion, independent point-to-point motion. Automatic detection of the motor phase.

Controller type

PID controller, also adaptive for position and velocity as well as velocity and acceleration
feed-forward, parameter changing during operation

Servo frequency

4 kHz

Profile generator

Trapezoidal velocity profile, setting of maximum velocity and acceleration
2-D vector control with linear interpolation

Encoder input

Analog signals (sin/cos) max. 150 kHz (line count)
Digital signals (A/B differential via RS-422) max. 4 MHz (line count)
Positioning range: ±4.3*1012 mm / deg

Stall detection

Position error, peak current, I2t limit

Microsteps per full step

3000

Limit switches

2 per channel, 5 to 24 V (programmable polarity); N/O contact / N/C contact; NPN / PNP

Reference point switch

Index signal of the encoder

Motor brake

1 x per channel, TTL, configurable via software

Maximum output voltage

24 V / 48 V

Maximum output power
per channel

200 W

Maximum output current
per channel

10 Arms

Safety features

Switch-off via external switch. Overload protection of the motor driver.
Overheat protection of the motor (I2t). Overcurrent protection of the system.

Motion Control

Electrical properties

Interfaces and operation
Communication interfaces

TCP/IP: 10/100 Mbit; RS-232: Sub-D 9 (m), 9.6 to 115.2 kBaud. Hydra RM: USB as well

Motor connection per channel

Sub-D 15 (f)

Sensor connection per channel

Sub-D 15 (f)

I/O lines

6 inputs, opto decoupled, 5 – 24 V (2 each reserved per channel for limit switch)
Input for motor switch-off on all axes, opto decoupled
Open drain output (100 mA)
2 TTL outputs
4 analog outputs, 10-bit resolution, 0 to 3.3 V (not for Hydra TT)
With DeltaStar interface as factory default option:
Fast trigger output, max. 400 kHz, equidistant or from freely definable table
(max. 3000 axis positions)
Position capture input, max. 4 kHz (>3,000,000 axis positions)
With the factory default DeltaStar Eco interface option: Trigger output, 2 kHz,
equidistant, jitter 10 – 30 µs

Command set

Venus-3 ASCII interpreter; dynamic library for PI General Command Set (GCS)

User software

Venus-3 demo program LabVIEW (source code & executable)
Terminal program (Venus-3 DLL)
PIMikroMove via dynamic libraries for Windows

Software drivers

LabVIEW drivers, dynamic libraries for Windows and Linux (GCS)
GCS2 DLL 32/64-bit
Venus3 DLL 32/64-bit / .net wrapper DLL incl. example source code

Manual operation

Joystick via CAN bus (accessory)

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C-891 PIMag® Motion Controller
for Magnetic Direct Drives
1 Axis, for 3-Phase Linear Motors with Medium Power Consumption

n

Maximum average current consumption 3 A

n

20-kHz control bandwidth

n

USB interface for sending commands and for configuration

n

Digital inputs and outputs

n

Optional analog input

n

Encoder inputs: A/B or sine/cosine and BiSS-C

Digital motion controller for PIMag® linear motors
1 motor channel, 1 sensor channel. For three-phase linear
motors, maximum current consumption 3A (rms) per phase.
Sine-commutated operation, field-oriented current control. Automatic detection of the motor phase. PID controller for position
and velocity. Servo update rate 20 kHz.

C-891.10C885 Plug-in module
for C-885 PIMotionMaster

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C-891.120200

Motor channels
Sensor channels
Supported functions
Safety features

Motion and control
Controller type
Servo frequency
Profile generator
Encoder input
Reference and limit switches
Electrical properties
Max. output voltage
Max. output current
Interfaces and operation
Communication interfaces
Motor connector
Sensor connection
I/O port
Command set
User software
Application programming
interfaces
Miscellaneous
Operating voltage
Max. current consumption
Operating temperature range
Max. mass
Dimensions

PIMag® Motion Controller for 3-phase linear motors,
sine-commutated, field-oriented current control
1
1
Point-to-point motion. Data recorder. Wave generator.
Automatic detection of the motor phase.
Switch-off via external switch. Overload protection
of the motor driver. Overheat protection of the motor.
Overcurrent protection of the system.
PID controller for position and velocity, parameter changing
during operation
20 kHz
Trapezoidal velocity profile, setting of maximum velocity
and acceleration
Analog (sin/cos) or digital signals (A/B differential, TTL,
or BISS interface)
TTL
24 V
3 Arms
USB, RS-232
HD Sub-D 26 (f)
Sub-D 15 (m)
4 x digital input, 4 x digital output
Optional analog input, –10 to 10 V
PI General Command Set (GCS)
PIMikroMove
API for C / C++ / C# / VB.NET / MATLAB / python, drivers
for LabVIEW

Motion Control

Function

24 V, external power supply included in the scope of delivery
4.5 A
5 to 40 °C
1.0 kg
190 mm × 83 mm × 110 mm
(with rubber feet and connection for supply voltage:
206 mm x 83 mm x 112 mm)

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C-885 PIMotionMaster
Rack with Processor and Interface Module for Modular Multi-Axis Controller System

n

Easy configuration and startup

Easy to expand

n

Modular design for versatile expansion

n

Efficient communication with the controller modules

n

Greatly reduced wiring effort

n

Saves space and costs

The system is easily scalable. An additional controller module
can be inserted into any free slot and expands the overall system
by the corresponding functions. Optional digital inputs and outputs can be installed for every controller module.
Controller modules

Easy installation

n

C-863.20C885 DC Motor Controller Module, 2 Axes

Plug-and-play installation of the controller modules in the C-885
PIMotionMaster. The processor and interface module communicates with the PIMikroMove software and with the controller
modules. It detects the available controller module type automatically. Grouping the controller modules in one housing ensures
internal communication and reduces the wiring effort because
of the common power supply and external communication via a
single USB or Ethernet interface.

n

C-867.10C885 PILine® Controller Module

n

E-861.11C885 NEXACT® Controller Module

n E
 -873.10C885

Q-Motion® Controller Module for
C-885 PIMotionMaster

n C
 -663.12C885

Mercury Step Stepper Motor Controller

Module

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C-885.R2

C-885.R3

Function

9.5” chassis for C-885
PIMotionMaster

19” chassis for C-885
PIMotionMaster

19” chassis for C-885
PIMotionMaster

Number of card slots

1 C-885.Mx module (required)
4 controller modules (max.)

1 C-885.Mx module (required)
20 controller modules (max.)

1 C-885.Mx module (required)
19 controller modules (max.)

Dimensions

269.04 mm × 133.14 mm ×
349.5 mm (incl. handles)

Without modules:
482.6 mm × 132.55 mm ×
265.3 mm
With modules:
482.6 mm × 132.55 mm ×
278.55 mm

Without modules:
482.6 mm × 132.55 mm ×
265.3 mm
With modules:
482.6 mm × 132.55 mm ×
278.55 mm

Operating voltage

24 V DC from external power
supply

24 V DC from external power
supply

24 V DC from external power
supply
also optional:
48 V DC from external power
supply

Supply voltage for controller
modules

24 V DC

24 V DC

24 V DC / 48 V DC

Current consumption, max.

32 A

32 A

32 A

Mass without modules

3.2 kg

2.9 kg

5.08 kg

Operating temperature range

10 to 40 °C

10 to 40 °C

10 to 40 °C

C-885.M1

C-885.M2

Function

Digital Processor and Interface Module
for C-885 PIMotionMaster

Digital Processor and Interface Module
for C-885 PIMotionMaster

Communication interfaces

Ethernet, USB

Ethernet, USB

Command set

PI General Command Set (GCS)

PI General Command Set (GCS)

User software

PIMikroMove

PIMikroMove

Software drivers

LabVIEW drivers, dynamic libraries
for Windows and Linux

LabVIEW drivers, dynamic libraries
for Windows and Linux

Indicators

LEDs for Power, Error

LEDs for Power, Error

Operating temperature range

10 to 40°C

10 to 40°C

Mass

132 g

270 g

Dimensions

186.42 mm × 128.4 mm (3 RU) × 19.98 mm
(4 HP)

186.42 mm × 128.4 mm (3 RU) × 19.98 mm
(4 HP)

Motion Control

C-885.R1

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C-663.12
Mercury Step Stepper Motor Controller, 1 Axis
For Closed-Loop and Open-Loop Operation, HD Sub-D 26, 48 V

n

High microstep resolution

n

Operating voltage up to 48 V

n

Closed-loop operation of 2-phase stepper motors

n

Support for external sensors

n

Daisy chain networking

C-663.12C885 Mercury Step Stepper
Motor Controller Plug-in Module for
C-885 PIMotionMaster

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C-663.12
Function

Mercury Step stepper motor controller

Drive types

2-phase stepper motor

Axes

1

Supported functions

Point-to-point motion. Startup macro.
Data recorder for recording operating data such as velocity,
position or position error.
Internal safety circuitry: Watchdog timer.
ID chip detection (for future use).

Motion and control
Controller type

PID, parameter changing during operation

Servo cycle time

50 µs

Dynamics profile

Trapezoidal velocity profile

Microstep resolution

1/2048 full step

Encoder input

A/B quadrature, TTL, RS-422; 60 MHz

Limit switches

2 × TTL, programmable

Reference point switch

1 × TTL, programmable

Index switch

1 × RS-422 for index pulse

Stall detection

Automatic motor stop when a programmable position error
is exceeded (only in conjunction with sensor)

Electrical properties
Max. output voltage*

0 V to operating voltage, for direct control of stepper motors

Max. output power

60 W

Average output power

48 W

Power consumption, full load

48 W (max.)

Power consumption without load

3W

Current limitation per motor phase

2.5 A

Communication interfaces

USB, RS-232

Motor / sensor connection

HD Sub-D 26 (f)

Controller network

Up to 16 units on a single interface**

I/O lines

4 analog / digital inputs (0 to 5 V / TTL), 4 digital outputs (TTL)

Command set

PI General Command Set (GCS)

User software

PIMikroMove

Application programming interfaces

API for C / C++ / C# / VB.NET / MATLAB / python,
drivers for LabVIEW

Manual control

Joystick, Y-cable for 2-D motion, pushbutton box

Motion Control

Interfaces and operation

Miscellaneous
Operating voltage

24 to 48 V DC from external power supply
(48 V DC power supply in scope of delivery)

Max. current consumption

40 mA without load (when supplied with 48 V)
80 mA without load (when supplied with 24 V)

Operating temperature range

5 to 50 °C (temperature protection switches off at excessively
high temperatures)

Mass

0.48 kg

Dimensions

130 mm × 76 mm × 40 mm (incl. mounting rails)

* Depending on the power supply used
** 16 units with USB; 6 units with RS-232

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C-863 Mercury Servo Controller
1 Axis, for DC Motors and Brushless DC Motors

n

High-speed encoder input to 60 MHz

n P
 owerful

macro programming language,
e.g., for stand-alone operation

n

Nonvolatile EEPROM for macros and parameters

n

Data recorder

n

Daisy chain networking

n

Connection for joystick

C-863.20C885 2-Axes DC Motor
Controller, Plug-in Module for C-885
PIMotionMaster

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C-863.11 / C-863.12
Function

DC motor control, servo control

Axes

1

Supported functions

Point-to-point motion. Startup macro. Data recorder for recording operating data such as
motor voltage, velocity, position or position error. Internal safety circuitry: Watchdog timer.
C-863.12 additional: ID chip detection

Motion and control
Controller type

PID controller, parameter changing during operation

Servo cycle time

50 µs

Profile generator

Trapezoidal velocity profile

Encoder input

A/B quadrature single-ended or differential TTL signal acc. to RS-422; 60 MHz

Stall detection

Automatic motor stop when a programmable position error is exceeded

Limit switches

2 × TTL (programmable polarity)

Reference point switch

1 × TTL

Motor brake

1 × TTL, can be switched by software

Interfaces and operation
Communication interfaces

USB; RS-232, Sub-D 9 (m)

Motor connection

C-863.11: Sub-D 15 (f) / C-863.12: HD Sub-D 26 (f)

Controller network

Up to 16 units** on a single interface

I/O lines

4 analog / digital inputs, 4 digital outputs (TTL), 5 V TTL

Command set

PI General Command Set (GCS)

User software

PIMikroMove

Application programming
interfaces

API for C / C++ / C# / VB.NET / MATLAB / python, drivers for LabVIEW

Manual control

Joystick, Y cable for 2-D motion, pushbutton box

C-863.12

Max. output voltage*

0 to ±15 V for direct control of DC motors

0 V to operating voltage,
for direct control of DC motors

Max. output power

30 W

60 W

Average output power

45 W

48 W

Power consumption, full load

30 W

48 W

Power consumption without load

2W

3W

Current limitation

2A

2.5 A

Operating voltage

15 to 30 V from external power supply
(15 V DC power supply in scope of delivery)

24 to 48 V DC from external power supply
(48 V DC power supply in scope of delivery)

Max. current consumption

80 mA without load
(when supplied with 24 V)

40 mA without load
(when supplied with 48 V)
80 mA without load
(when supplied with 24 V)

Operating temperature range

5 to 50 °C

5 to 50 °C (temperature protection switches
off at excessively high temperatures)

Mass

0.3 kg

0.48 kg

Dimensions

130 mm × 76 mm × 40 mm
(incl. mounting rails)

130 mm × 76 mm × 40 mm
(incl. mounting rails)

Motion Control

C-863.11
Electrical properties

Miscellaneous

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C-884.4DC / C-884.6DC
Motion Controller for DC Motors, 4 or 6 Axes
For Positioners with Closed-Loop DC Motor, USB, RS-232, TCP/IP, SPI, I/O, Joystick

n

PID servo control with dynamic parameter switching

Motion profiles
Point-to-point, trapezoidal velocity profile. User-definable trajectories (e.g., circles, sine curves) from externally fed points.

n P
 owerful

macro programming language, e.g., for
stand-alone operation

n

Data recorder

n I ntegrated

interfaces: USB, RS-232, Ethernet, SPI, I/O,

joystick
n

Trajectory support for 1 or 2 D motion patterns

Interfaces and communication
Interfaces: TCP/IP, USB and RS-232 for commands. A/B quadrature encoder input. TTL inputs for limit and reference point
switches. I/O lines (analog/digital) for automation. USB interface
for human interface devices.

Digital motion controller for DC servo motors

Extensive functions, software support

4 or 6 axes. Dual-core architecture for increased performance
and flexibility by separating command processing and position
control. Simple adaptation / extension possible for OEM products. Motion control of PI positioning systems with DC motors:
Direct motor control, PWM control for PI positioning stages with
integrated ActiveDrive amplifiers or integrated block commutation (brushless motors). Supports motor brake.

Powerful macro command language. Nonvolatile macro storage,
e.g., for stand-alone operation with autostart macro. Data recorder. ID chip detection for fast startup. PID controller, parameter
changing during operation. Extensive software support, e.g., for
LabVIEW, C, C++, MATLAB, python. PIMikroMove user software.

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C-884.4DC / C-884.6DC
Function

Position control for closed-loop DC motors

Processor

Dual core architecture. Controller on a DSP core, with
extendable command interpreter in an ARM core under Linux

Axes

C-884.4DC: 4 / C-884.6DC: 6

Supported functions

Linear vector motion. Point-to-point motion.
User-definable trajectories.
Startup macro. PI Python. Data recorder for recording operating
data such as motor voltage, velocity, position or position error.
ID chip detection.

Motion and control
Controller type

PID controller, parameter changing during operation

Servo cycle time

100 µs

Profile generator

Trapezoidal velocity profile

Encoder input

A/B quadrature (TTL differential according to RS-422), 50 MHz;
BiSS interface

Stall detection

Automatic motor stop when a programmable position error
is exceeded

Limit switches

2 × TTL per axis (programmable polarity)

Reference point switch

1 × TTL per axis

Motor brake

1 × TTL per axis, can be switched per software

Electrical properties
Max. output voltage*

24 V

Max. output power

240 W

Current limitation

2.5 A per axis

Communication interfaces

TCP/IP: RJ45 / Ethernet; USB: Mini-USB type B;
RS-232: Sub-D 9 (m); SPI: DisplayPort

Motor connector

Sub-D 15 (f)

I/O lines

4 analog inputs (–10 to 10 V), 4 digital outputs (5 V TTL)
4 digital outputs (5 V TTL)

Command set

PI General Command Set (GCS)

User software

PIMikroMove

Application programming interfaces

API for C / C++ / C# / VB.NET / MATLAB / python,
drivers for LabVIEW

Manual control

USB interface for HID-compliant devices

Motion Control

Interfaces and operation

Miscellaneous
Operating voltage

External power supply 24 V / 5 A (120 W) included in the scope
of delivery

Max. current consumption

C-884.4DC: 11 A / C-884.6DC: 16 A

Current consumption, no load

500 mA

Operating temperature range

5 to 50 °C

Mass

C-884.4DC: 1.77 kg / C-884.6DC: 1.97 kg

Dimensions

312 mm × 153.4 mm × 59.2 mm (incl. mounting rails)

* The output voltage depends on the connected power supply.

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C-413 PIMag® Motion Controller
Control of Force, Position and Velocity

1 or 2 motor channels

Digital motion controller for PIMag® voice coil drives

n

C-413.1: 1 motor channel, 2 sensor channels, for the V-275 and V-277 linear
actuators; C-413.2: 2 motor channels, 4 sensor channels. PID controller for force,
position, velocity. Servo update rate selectable between 5 to 10 kHz.

n U
 p

to 4 sensor channels for 2 force and
2 position sensors each

n D
 epending

on version, TCP/IP or USB
interface for configuration and sending
commands

Force control
The force control allows operation of PIMag® drives and stages with a defined
holding or feed force. The force and position sensors can be read simultaneously and the values processed. In addition to pure force control, subordinate
position and velocity control is also an option. PI offers PIMag® actuators with
a force sensor. The C-413.20A / .2GA models enable external force sensors
to be read via analog inputs.

n D
 epending

on version, real-time SPI
interface for sending commands

n

Digital inputs and outputs

n

Optional analog inputs and outputs

Extensive functionality
Data recorder: Recording of operating data such as motor current, velocity,
position or position error. Wave generator: Saves and outputs periodical
motion profiles. Auto-zero function defines the holding current, at which
the drive outputs a force of 0 N in open-loop operation, e.g., for compensating the weight force. ID chip support: Identifies the connected stages and
simplifies configuration and exchangeability. Supports direction-sensing reference point switches. Extensive software support, e.g., for LabVIEW, dynamic
libraries for Windows and Linux.
Interfaces
Depending on the version, commanding via TCP/IP, USB 2.0, SPI. Digital inputs
and outputs for automation. Optional analog inputs and outputs, e.g., for
sensors, commanding or position feedback.

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C-413.1G

C-413.20 / C-413.20A
C-413.2G / C-413.2GA

Function

PIMag® motion controller for voice coil drives,
1 channel, housed device

PIMag® motion controller for voice coil drives,
2 channels
C-413.20/.20A: OEM board
C-413.2G/.2GA: Housed device

Motor channels

1

2

Sensor channels

2

4

Servo characteristics

PID controller for force, position and velocity;
parameter changing during operation

PID controller for force, position and velocity;
parameter changing during operation

Servo cycle time

100 µs to 200 µs, selectable in 4 steps

100 µs to 200 µs, selectable in 4 steps

Profile generator

Trapezoidal velocity profile, specification of the
maximum velocity and acceleration

Trapezoidal velocity profile, specification of the
maximum velocity and acceleration

Encoder input

SPI sensor interface

SPI sensor interface

Reference point switches

2 × TTL, direction-sensing

4 × TTL, direction-sensing

Max. output voltage

24 V

24 V

Max. output current

±1.5 A (regulated)

±1.5 A (regulated)

Communication interfaces

TCP/IP

USB 2.0, real time SPI

Motor / sensor connection

Sub-D 9 (f) for motor, Sub-D 25 (f) for sensor

Sub-D 15 (f) combined for motor and sensor

I/O port

2 × analog output, –10 to 10 V, 17 bit, 1 kHz
4 × digital input, 24 V
6 × digital output, 24 V

2 × analog input, –10 to 10 V, 16 bit, 1 kHz
(only .20A and .2GA)
2 × analog output, –10 to 10 V, 17 bit, 1 kHz
(only .20A und .2GA)
6 × digital outputs (open collector, voltage
range 5 V to 24 V, 33 kΩ internal pull-up to 5 V)
4 × digital input (5 V TTL level, to 24 V max.
input voltage, 10 kΩ input resistance)

Command set

PI General Command Set (GCS)

PI General Command Set (GCS)

User software

PIMikroMove

PIMikroMove

Application programming
interfaces

API for C / C++ / C# / VB.NET / MATLAB / python,
drivers for LabVIEW

API for C / C++ / C# / VB.NET / MATLAB /
python, drivers for LabVIEW

Supported functions

Point-to-point motion. Data recorder. Wave
generator. Auto zero. ID chip detection.

Point-to-point motion. Data recorder. Wave
generator. Auto zero. ID chip detection.

Operating voltage

24 V DC from external power supply (included)

24 V DC from external power adapter (included
in the scope of delivery for C-413.2G and .2GA)

Max. current consumption

2A

2A

Operating temperature range

5 to 50 °C

5 to 50 °C

Mass

0.3 kg

0.3 kg

Dimensions

210 mm × 28 mm × 105 mm

189 mm × 28 mm × 105 mm (.2G/.2GA)
160 mm × 18 mm × 100 mm (.20/.20A)

Motion and control

Electrical properties

Motion Control

Interfaces and operation

Miscellaneous

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Throughput, Precision and Reliability
Solutions for Motion-Centric Industrial Automation

XY and Gantry Systems from PI
Positioning and motion tasks in industrial automation such as those in assembly, semiconductor manufacturing, mechanical engineering, laser material processing, inspection systems or in additive manufacturing demand solutions that
need to be robust and reliable.
PI offers a broad range of in-house drive and motion control technologies such
as EtherCAT-based industrial controllers by ACS, where PI holds the major
shares, or air bearing technology for optimized guiding accuracy. System
engineering for customization and a global service and training network are
added-value offers. PI is therefore the ideal partner for motion-centric industrial
solutions.

Gantry Systems – High-Dynamic Precision
Positioning in 3 Axes
n	Linear

motor or brushless drives, optionally
with air bearings

n	Individual

travel ranges in XY up to 2 m

n	Z-axis

with pneumatic counterweight,
DC or Stepper motor

n	Piezomotor
n	Incremental
n	Controlled

for fine adjustment
or absolute encoders

by ACS Motion Control

The specifications below are an example of
what is feasible. Contact PI to discuss your
requirements!

Applications
n Electronics
n Laser

>> Absolute Encoder
>> Air Bearing

Manufacturing

>> Linear Motor

Cutting

n Sample

Inspection
Technology Glossary ....................... page 290

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Unit
Active axes

X

Y

Tolerance

Z

Motion and positioning
Travel range

508

508

155

Integrated sensor

Optical linear
encoder, incremental

Optical linear
encoder, incremental

Optical linear
encoder, incremental

mm

Sensor resolution

0.002

0.002

0.002

µm

Unidirectional repeatability

0.5

0.5

0.5

µm

typ.

Max. velocity*

3000

3000

2000

mm/s

typ.

Max. acceleration**

30

30

20

m/s2

typ.

Ball bearing

Cross roller bearings
kg

max.

Ironless
linear motor

Ironless linear motor
with pneumatic
counterbalance

Mechanical properties
Bearings

Ball bearing

Load capacity

5

Motor type

Ironless
linear motor

Gantry Systems

*	Maximum speed based on stage capability. Maximum application velocity may be limited by system data rate and system resolution.
Maximum speed of the z-axis is specified without pneumatic counterbalance.
** No load. Maximum acceleration of the z-axis is specified without pneumatic counterbalance.

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Components & Accessories

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Air Bearings ............................................................................................................................................................................... 266
A-10x PIglide RB Linear Air Bearing Module ..................................................................	 266
A-10x.MNT Mounting Feet..............................................................................................	 269
A-41x PIglide FPC: Flat, Circular Air Bearing Modules ....................................................	 270
A-60x PIglide RT Rotary Air Bearing Module ..................................................................	 274
A-65x PIglide HB: Hemispherical Air Bearing .................................................................	 278

Accessories for Air Bearings and Stages .................................................................................................................................. 280
A-60x.MTT PIglide Manual X-Y-Tilt Platform...................................................................	 280
A-80x PIglide Filter and Air Preparation Kits ..................................................................	 282

Adapter Brackets for Multi-Axis Combinations ....................................................................................................................... 286

Components &
Accessories

L-500 Adapter Bracket ....................................................................................................	 286

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A-10x PIglide RB Linear Air Bearing Module
Friction Free, Ideal for Positioning, Scanning, Metrology

n

Ideal for scanning applications or high-resolution positioning

n

Cleanroom compatible

n

Size of the motion platform to 300 mm × 300 mm

n

Travel ranges to 1 m

n

Load capacity to 775 kg

n

Straightness / flatness to 0.5 μm per 25 mm

n

Pitch / roll / yaw to 1.2 µrad per 25 mm

Linear air bearings of the PIglide RB series are exactly right for applications that
need smooth, precise, linear motion. The air bearing modules replace ball or
crossed roller guides and are easy to integrate. They offer improved straightness, angular deviation, and repeatability compared to stage units with ball
guides, especially for travel ranges longer than 100 mm.
Because air bearings are basically friction free, they work without stiction on
approach or during operation, even under maximum load. Air bearings work
without making contact and with purified air, and are virtually maintenance
and wear free.

Applications
n Sample

Inspection

n

Scanning

n

Metrology / Testing

Accessories and options
n

Air preparation kit

n

Mounting Feet

n

Custom configurations on request

n

Several motion platforms on one guide

n

Constructions with moving guide

>> PIglide Air Bearing Technology
n Optical

Alignment

n Flatpanel

Inspection

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Size of the motion
platform / mm × mm

Travel range / mm

Vertical load
capacity* / N

Lateral load
capacity* / N

A-101

50 × 50

50 to 200

130

75

A-102

50 × 100

50 to 300

260

260

A-103

75 × 75

50 to 300

350

195

A-104

75 × 115

50 to 300

540

540

A-105

100 × 100

50 to 300

630

370

A-106

100 × 150

50 to 600

950

950

A-107

150 × 150

50 to 750

1580

790

A-108

200 × 200

50 to 1000

2950

1475

A-109

300 × 300

50 to 1000

7600

2210

Travel ranges
to 300 mm

Travel ranges
to 600 mm

Travel ranges
to 1000 mm

Straightness / flatness**

±1.25 μm

±2.5 μm

±5 μm

Straightness / flatness,
per 25 mm travel
range**

±0.25 μm

±0.25 μm

±0.25 μm

Position stability**

±0.05 μm

±0.05 μm

±0.05 μm

Pitch / yaw, per 25 mm
travel range**

1.2 µrad

1.2 µrad

1.2 µrad

Pitch / yaw, overall**

10 µrad

20 µrad

30 µrad

A-10x.xxx
Operating pressure

80 psi (550 kPa) nominal

Air consumption

<1.0 SCFM (28 SLPM)

Air quality

Clean (filtered to 1.0 μm or better) – ISO 8573-1 Class 1
Oil free – ISO 8573-1 Class 1
Dry (–15 °C dew point) – ISO 8573-1 Class 3

Materials

Hardcoat aluminum, stainless steel fasteners

Components &
Accessories

*	The specified load capacities assume an operating pressure of 80 psi (550 kPa).
For an alternative operating pressure, contact PI for determining other load capacities.
**	Precision specifications depending on load, orientation, and external forces on the bearing.
Contact PI for application-specific parameters.
Ask about custom designs!

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A-10x.xxx, dimensions in mm

Model

A

B

C

D

E

F

G

H

J

K

L

M

N

P

Q

R

S

T

U

V

W

X

A-101
A-102
A-103
A-104
A-105
A-106
A-107
A-108
A-109

50
100
75
115
100
150
150
200
300

50
50
75
75
100
100
150
200
300

35
45
55
75
75
100
100
130
140

15
25
25
45
35
60
50
70
70

25
25
45
45
60
60
100
140
240

5
5
7.5
7.5
10
10
10
10
10

15
15
30
30
40
40
75
100
200

CL
CL
12.5
12.5
20
20
50
50
100

4x M3 C’BORE
4x M3 C’BORE
4x M5 C’BORE
4x M5 C’BORE
4x M6 C’BORE
4x M6 C’BORE
6x M6 C’BORE
6x M6 C’BORE
6x M6 C’BORE

2x M3
2x M3
2x M5
2x M5
2x M6
2x M6
4x M6
4x M6
4x M3

80
130
115
155
150
200
200
250
350

15
15
35
50
50
50
50
50
50

40
40
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A

N/A
60
N/A
N/A
N/A
110
110
150
150

N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
250

40
40
60
60
80
80
125
170
270

6x M3
10x M3
4x M5
4x M5
4x M6
8x M6
8x M6
8x M6
12x M6

12
12
14
14
14
14
14
14
14

21
46
37.5
57.5
50
75
75
100
150

30
40
47.5
67.5
37.5
50
50
65
65

10
10
15
15
20
20
20
20
20

4 (5/32”)
6 (1/4”)
6 (1/4”)
6 (1/4”)
6 (1/4”)
6 (1/4”)
6 (1/4”)
6 (1/4”)
6 (1/4”)

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A-10x.MNT Mounting Feet
For Mounting the Air Bearing Modules of the A-10x Series

n

Hardcoat aluminum

n

 atched exactly to the respective
M
air bearing module

Compatible with

Width / mm

Overall mass (one set) / kg

A-101.MNT

A-101.xxx

10

0.03

A-102.MNT

A-102.xxx

10

0.03

A-103.MNT

A-103.xxx

15

0.08

A-104.MNT

A-104.xxx

15

0.08

A-105.MNT

A-105.xxx

20

0.13

A-106.MNT

A-106.xxx

20

0.13

A-107.MNT

A-107.xxx

20

0.27

A-108.MNT

A-108.xxx

20

0.46

A-109.MNT

A-109.xxx

20

0.94

Components &
Accessories

Model

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A-41x PIglide FPC:
Flat, Circular Air Bearing Modules
Friction-free, modular air bearings

n

Diameters from 25 mm to 300 mm

n

Load capacity to 15500 N

n

Stiffness to 860 kN/mm

n

Cleanroom compatible

n M
 ounting

hardware, customizations,
and accessories available

The PIglide Flat Pad Circular air bearing series is suitable for applications that
require friction-free, accurate linear or planar motion. The modular concept of
these air bearings allows the user to build their own motion system. Several
bearings can be combined to increase the load capacity or to create multi-axis
motion platforms.

Applications
n Sample

>> PIglide Air Bearing Technology

Inspection

n Scanning
n Metrology

n Optical

Alignment

n Flatpanel

Inspection

/ Testing
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Part #

Diameter / mm

Ball interface
diameter / mm

Load
capacity / N

Stiffness /
N/µm

Air
consumption /
l/h (SCFH)

Mass / g

A-411.025

25

13

88

17.5

60 (2)

16

A-411.040

40

13

220

28.0

60 (2)

42

A-411.050

50

13

330

52.5

85 (3)

66

A-411.065

65

13

660

78.8

115 (4)

171

A-411.080

80

13

1010

111

170 (6)

259

A-411.100

100

20

1710

175

170 (6)

505

A-411.125

125

20

2780

254

230 (8)

1105

A-411.150

150

20

4000

350

285 (10)

1590

A-411.200

200

20

7700

520

570 (20)

4040

A-411.300

300

20

15500

860

850 (30)

12000

Air supply
Operating pressure

80 psi (550 kPa) nominal

Air quality

Clean (filtered to 1.0 μm or better) – ISO 8573-1 Class 1
Oil free – ISO 8573-1 Class 1
Dry (–15 °C dew point) – ISO 8573-1 Class 3

Miscellaneous
Guideway surface flatness

<1µm / 300 mm

Nominal fly-height

10 – 15 µm

Materials

Hardcoat aluminum, stainless steel fasteners

Recommended
guideway materials

Guideways are supplied by the customer.
Granite, hardcoat aluminum, stainless steel,
ceramics, nickel-plated steel, nickel-plated cast iron

Air bearing type

Discrete orifice

Mounting Hardware
(sold separately)
Part #

Description

Ball interface diameter

A-412.013S

Threaded ball stud
assembly

13

A-412.013N

Mounting nut

13

A-412.013P

Retaining plate

13

A-412.020S

Threaded ball stud
assembly

20

A-412.020N

Mounting nut

20

A-412.020P

Retaining plate

20

Components &
Accessories

The loads listed assume a supply pressure of 550 kPa (80 psi). Please contact PI if other pressures are required.

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Model

A

B

C

D

E

F

A-411.025
A-411.040
A-411.050
A-411.065
A-411.080
A-411.100
A-411.125
A-411.150
A-411.200
A-411.300

25
40
50
65
80
100
125
150
200
300

13
13
13
20
20
25
35
35
66
66

13
13
13
13
13
20
20
20
20
20

N/A
21.6
21.6
21.6
21.6
31.6
31.6
31.6
31.6
31.6

6.4
7
7
8
8
9
9
9
9
9

1.5
1
1
1
4.5
6.4
6.4
6.4
25
25

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Mounting hardware dimensions: 13 mm ball interface diameter

Components &
Accessories

Mounting hardware dimensions: 20 mm ball interface diameter

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A-60x PIglide RT Rotary Air Bearing Module
Frictionless, Nonmotorized

n

 otion platform diameter from 50 mm
M
to 300 mm

n

Load capacity to 425 kg

n

Eccentricity / flatness <200 nm

n

Can be mounted vertically or horizontally

n

Cleanroom compatible

Product Overview

Accessories and options

The PIglide RT series of nonmotorized passive rotary air bearings are designed
for accuracy, precision, high stiffness, and ease of use. They can be used in any
orientation and are easy to integrate with motors and encoders for complete
positioning solutions.

n	Encoder

The bearings of the RT series offer superior eccentricity, flatness, and wobble
performance. Because they are completely friction-free, they exhibit no breakaway torque and no frictional resistance during operation. They are ideal for
use in cleanrooms, require no maintenance or lubrication, and have unlimited
lifetime.

n

Applications
n Sample
n

Inspection

Scanning

for precise acquisition of stage
angle during manual operation

n	Mounting

base for horizontal mounting
onto optical tables and flat surfaces
PIglide filter and air preparation kits

n	Customized

mounting flanges and
square housings

>> PIglide Air Bearing Technology
n Metrology
n Optical

/ Testing

Alignment
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Size and
loads

Motion platform
diameter /mm

Journal length /
mm

Load capacity (1)
axial / radial /N

Permissible tip / tilt
torque (1) / N·m

Stiffness axial /
radial / N/µm

A-601.025

50

25

134 / 57

0.57

26 / 8

A-602.038

75

38

299 / 132

1.13

57 / 22

A-603.025

100

25

536 / 115

1.70

96 / 18

A-603.050

100

50

536 / 229

4.52

96 / 35

A-604.050

150

50

1206 / 344

22.6

210 / 64

A-604.090

150

90

1206 / 605

36.7

210 / 113

A-605.065

200

65

2144 / 577

39.6

385 / 110

A-605.100

200

100

2144 / 917

67.8

385 / 175

A-607.075

300

75

4244 / 1203

141.3

788 / 204

A-607.175

300

175

4244 / 2789

282.5

788 / 475

Performance
specifications

Eccentricity (2) /
nm

Flatness (2) /
nm

Wobble (2) /
µrad

Max.
velocity (3) /
rpm

Moment
of inertia /
kg·mm²

Rotating
mass / kg

Overall
mass / kg

A-601.025

300

100

5

3000

35

0.15

0.4

A-602.038

250

75

4

3000

231

0.4

1.2

A-603.025

175

75

2.5

3000

705

0.7

1.5

A-603.050

175

75

2.5

3000

750

0.8

2.5

A-604.050

100

50

2

3000

4715

2.1

5.4

A-604.090

100

50

2

3000

5050

2.6

8.2

A-605.065

100

50

1.5

2000

17900

4.6

11.6

A-605.100

100

50

1.5

2000

18800

5.3

16.3

A-607.075

75

40

1

1000

181900

19.4

38.1

A-607.175

75

40

1

1000

206700

26.0

59.0

Optional
encoders

Sensor signal

Sensor
resolution /
µrad

Max.
velocity /
rpm

Reference point switch

A-601.xxxH

A/B quadrature, differential,
RS-422, 4 MHz

192

2500

1 / revolution, one count over one step of
the encoder, synchronized to output signal

A-602.xxxH

A/B quadrature, differential,
RS-422, max. 4 MHz

133

2000

1 / revolution, one count over one step of
the encoder, synchronized to output signal

A-603.xxxH

A/B quadrature, differential,
RS-422, max. 4 MHz

100

1500

1 / revolution, one count over one step of
the encoder, synchronized to output signal

A-604.xxxH

A/B quadrature, differential,
RS-422, max. 4 MHz

66.4

1000

1 / revolution, one count over one step of
the encoder, synchronized to output signal

A-605.xxxH

A/B quadrature, differential,
RS-422, max. 4 MHz

50

800

1 / revolution, one count over one step of
the encoder, synchronized to output signal

A-607.xxxH

A/B quadrature, differential,
RS-422, max. 4 MHz

33.5

500

1 / revolution, one count over one step of
the encoder, synchronized to output signal

A-60x

Operating pressure

75 to 85 psi (515 to 585 kPa)

Air consumption

<2.0 SCFM (57 SLPM)

Air quality

Clean (filtered to 1.0 μm or better) – ISO 8573-1 Class 1
Oil free – ISO 8573-1 Class 1
Dry (–15 °C dew point) – ISO 8573-1 Class 3

Materials (4)

Hardcoat aluminum, stainless steel fasteners

Components &
Accessories

Miscellaneous

(1 Capacities listed assume supply pressure of 80 psi. Please contact PI if other pressures are required.
(2)	Precision specifications are dependent on quality of mounting base, payload, orientation, and external forces on the bearing.
For application-specific parameters, please contact PI. Values shown are static (no rotational velocity during measurement).
(3) Velocity may be limited by the encoder option or payload imbalance. Please contact PI for further details.
(4) Alternate stage surface materials, such as stainless steel, are available. Please contact PI for a quote.

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A-60x.xxx, dimensions in mm

Model

A

B

C

D

E

F

G

H

J

K

L

M

N

A-601.025
A-602.038
A-603.025
A-603.050
A-604.050
A-604.090
A-605.065
A-605.100
A-607.075
A-607.175

50
75
100
100
150
150
200
200
300
300

25
38
25
50
50
90
65
100
75
175

50
65
55
80
95
135
125
160
150
250

70
100
125
125
185
185
240
240
355
355

25
30
50
50
75
75
100
100
150
150

40
50
75
75
125
125
150
150
250
250

60
87.5
112.5
112.5
170
170
220
220
330
330

8
12.5
25
25
40
40
60
60
75
75

M3x0.5, 6 DEEP
M3x0.5, 6 DEEP
M4x0.7, 8 DEEP
M4x0.7, 8 DEEP
M5x0.8, 10 DEEP
M5x0.8, 10 DEEP
M6x1.0, 12 DEEP
M6x1.0, 12 DEEP
M6x1.0, 12 DEEP
M6x1.0, 12 DEEP

3x M3 SHCS, 30 LG. MIN
3x M4 SHCS, 40 LG. MIN
3x MS SHCS, 30 LG. MIN
3x MS SHCS, 50 LG. MIN
4x M6 SHCS, 50 LG. MIN
4x M6 SHCS, 90 LG. MIN
6x M6 SHCS, 70 LG. MIN
6x M6 SHCS, 100 LG. MIN
6x M8 SHCS, 80 LG. MIN
6x M8 SHCS, 150 LG. MIN

3x M3x0.5, 6 DEEP
3x M4x0.7, 8 DEEP
3x M5x0.8, 10 DEEP
3x M5x0.8, 10 DEEP
4x M6x1.0, 12 DEEP
4x M6x1.0, 12 DEEP
6x M6x1.0, 12 DEEP
6x M6x1.0, 12 DEEP
6x M8x1.25, 16 DEEP
6x M8x1.25, 16 DEEP

6
9.5
6
12.5
12.5
22.5
16
23.5
17.3
58.5

30
30
30
30
68
68
5
5
5
5

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Model
A-601.025
A-602.038
A-603.025
A-603.050
A-604.050
A-604.090
A-605.065
A-605.100
A-607.075
A-607 175

M or H
M or H
M or H
M or H
M or H
M or H
M or H
M or H
M or H
M or H

A

B

C

D

E

F

G

H

J

50
75
100
100
150
150
200
200
300
300

65
80
65
90
100
140
130
165
155
255

26.5
28.5
25
25
27.5
27.5
35
35
42.5
42.5

82
106
135
135
185
185
240
240
355
355

74
104
125
125
185
185
240
240
355
355

55
80
100
100
150
150
200
200
300
300

70
100
-

35
50
-

M3 SHCS, 25 LG. MIN
M4 SHCS, 30 LG. MIN
M5 SHCS, 25 LG. MIN
M5 SHCS, 25 LG. MIN
M6 SHCS, 30 LG. MIN
M6 SHCS. 30 LG. MIN
M6 SHCS, 35 LG. MIN
M6 SHCS, 35 LG. MIN
M8 SHCS, 40 LG. MIN
M8 SHCS, 40 LG MIN

Components &
Accessories

A-60x.xxxH and A-60x.xxxM, dimensions in mm

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A-65x PIglide HB: Hemispherical Air Bearing
Friction-free, ideal for rotary motion on three axes

n

Cleanroom compatible

n

Low inertia

n

Diameter up to 300 mm

n

Rotatable in three directions

n

Load capacity to 635 kg

n

Tip / tilt range to ±45°

n

 perating pressure from 30 psi to 90 psi
O
(207 kPa to 621 kPa)

n

Ideal for satellite control and simulation
of weightlessness

Overview
The spherical bearings, which are often used in
research on weightlessness in satellites, are also
used in systems for precision chip contacting and
optical alignment. Due to the use of spherical
bearings at both ends of the drive screw shaft, it
is possible to build extremely stiff drive screws.
This arrangement allows precision alignment of
the drive screw shaft due to the motion of one
spherical bearing relative to the other.
Accessories and options
A-65x.PED Matching pedestal for each
A-65x model, dimensions in mm

Applications
n Semiconductor
n Optical

Alignment

n

Air preparation kit

n

Custom configurations on request

Model

Mass / kg

Compatible with

A-651.PED
A-652.PED
A-653.PED
A-654.PED
A-655.PED
A-656.PED
A-657.PED

3.1
4.0
16
16
17
43
44

A-651.xxx
A-652.xxx
A-653.xxx
A-654.xxx
A-655.xxx
A-656.xxx
A-657.xxx

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Model

Sphere
diameter / mm

Rotation
range**/ °

Load
capacity* / kg

Base mass / g

Sphere
mass / g

Moment of
inertia*** / g·m2

A-651

50

±45

15

115

70

0.02

A-652

75

±45

35

235

216

0.14

A-653

100

±45

65

550

475

0.58

A-654

150

±45

160

1350

1475

4.21

A-655

200

±45

265

2500

3350

17.2

A-656

250

±45

405

4000

5525

46.3

A-657

300

±45

635

6500

8100

103

Operating pressureperating pressure

80 psi (550 kPa) nominal, 90 psi (621 kPa) maximum

Air consumption

<1.0 SCFM (28 SLPM)

Air quality

Clean (filtered to 1.0 μm or better) – ISO 8573-1 Class 1
Oil free – ISO 8573-1 Class-1
Dry (–15 °C dew point) – ISO 8573-1 Class 3

Materials

Hardcoat aluminum, stainless steel fasteners
alternative materials on request

* 	The specified load capacities assume an operating pressure of 80 psi (550 kPa).
For an alternative operating pressure, contact PI for determining other load capacities.
** Other travel ranges on request.
*** Around the center of the sphere.

Components &
Accessories

A-65x.045, dimensions in mm

Model

A

B

C

D

E

F

G

H

I

A-651
A-652
A-653
A-654
A-655
A-656
A-657

50
75
100
150
200
250
300

30
50
70
110
150
200
250

42
55
70
95
125
150
175

55
70
100
140
170
210
250

23
27
30
40
50
55
65

M3
M3
M4
M5
M5
M6
M6

38
60
85
125
175
225
275

M3
M3
M4
M5
M5
M6
M6

45
60
85
125
150
190
230

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A-60x.MTT PIglide Manual X-Y-Tilt Platform
Compatible with A-60x and A-62x

n

Motion platform diameter 75 to 300 mm

n

Manual operation

n

4 degrees of freedom: X, Y, θX, θY

n

Clear aperture

n C
 an

be mounted directly onto an A-60x and A-62x

Applications
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n Metrology
n Optical

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Model

Motion platform
diameter /mm

Travel range X,Y

Travel range θX, θY

Overall mass /kg

Moment of
inertia /kg·mm²

A-602.MTT

75

±1.5 mm

±1.25°

0.8

620

A-603.MTT

100

±1.5 mm

±1.25°

1.5

2090

A-604.MTT

150

±3 mm

±1.25°

4

12900

A-605.MTT

200

±3 mm

±1.25°

8.6

52100

A-607.MTT

300

±3 mm

±1.25°

25

319000

Model

Motion platform
diameter /mm

Compatible
with A-60x

Compatible
with A-62x

A-602.MTT

75

A-602.xxx

A-603.MTT

100

A-603.xxx

A-623.xxx

A-604.MTT

150

A-604.xxx

A-624.xxx

A-605.MTT

200

A-605.xxx

A-607.MTT

300

A-607.xxx

A-627.xxx

A-60x.MTT, dimensions in mm

A-604 through A-607

Components &
Accessories

A-602 / A-603

Model

A

B

C

D

E

A-602.MTT
A-603.MTT
A-604.MTT
A-605.MTT
A-607.MTT

75
100
150
200
300

25
30
35
45
55

30
50
75
100
150

50
75
125
150
250

M3x0.5, 6 DEEP
M4x0.7, 8 DEEP
M5x0.8, 10 DEEP
M6x1.0, 12 DEEP
M6x1.0, 12 DEEP

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A-80x PIglide Filter and Air Preparation Kits
Multi-stage Filtration System with Pressure Regulation

n C
 leans

and filters the compressed
air supply

n

Controls the supply pressure

n

Optional pressure switch

n R
 ecommended

for use with all
PIglide air bearing products

n

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Customized adaptations possible

A-801

A-802

4-stage air preparation kit

2-stage air preparation kit

Maximum flow

60 SCFM
(1680 SLPM)

10 SCFM
(300 SLPM)

Compressed air supply quality
(ISO 8573-1)

As desired

Class 3 or better

Max input pressure

150 psi
(1035 kPa)

150 psi
(1035 kPa)

Primary construction

Aluminum

Polycarbonate

Mass

4.2 kg

0.7 kg

Description
Air supply

Miscellaneous

Options
Option 1 pressure switch

1 = none

2 = N/O contact, adjustable threshold value

Option 2 Air input connection

0 = quick connection, 6 mm and 8 mm
outer diameter in the scope of delivery

3 = quick connection 1/4” and 3/8” outer
diameter in the scope of delivery

Option 3 Air output connection

0 = quick connection, 6 mm and 8 mm
outer diameter in the scope of delivery

3 = quick connection 1/4” and 3/8” outer
diameter in the scope of delivery

All modules require a compressed air supply with dry air according to ISO 8573-1 Class 3 or better (dew point no greater than 0°C).

Components &
Accessories

A-801.100, dimensions in mm

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A-801.200, dimensions in mm

A-802.100, dimensions in mm

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A-802.200, dimensions in mm

Components &
Accessories

Air pressure below the threshold value, pressure switch opened (left).
Air pressure above the threshold value, pressure switch closed (right).

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L-500 Adapter Bracket
For Vertical Mounting of Linear and Rotation Stages

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L-500.AV1
(Angle to axis)

L-500.AV1
(Axis to angle)

L-500.AV3
(Angle to axis)

L-500.AV3
(Axis to angle)

Linear stages
HPS-170

X

X*

X

–

L-406

–

–

X

X

L-408

–

–

–

X

L-412

X

X

X

–
–

L-417

X

–

–

V-412

X

X

X

V-417

X

–

–

–

L-509

–

–

X

X

L-511

X

X*

X

–

LS-180

X

–

X

–

UPL-120

–

–

–

X

Rotation stages
DT-80

–

–

–

X

L-611

–

X

X

–

UPR-100

–

–

–

–

UPR-120

–

X

X

–

UPR-120 AIR

–

X

X

–

Goniometers
WT-85

–

–

X

X

WT-90

–

–

X

–

WT-100

–

–

–

X

WT-120

–

–

X

–

Z stage
L-306

–

–

X

–

L-310

–

–

X

–

XY stage
L-731

X

–

X

–

V-731

X

–

X

–

L-741

X

–

X

–

V-741

X

–

X

–

Components &
Accessories

* to 155 mm stroke
Ask about custom designs!

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L-500.AV1, dimensions in mm

Top view of the L-500.AV1 adapter bracket,
dimensions in mm

Bottom view of the L-500.AV1 adapter bracket,
dimensions in mm

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L-500.AV3, dimensions in mm

Bottom view of the L-500.AV3 adapter bracket,
dimensions in mm

Components &
Accessories

Top view of the L-500.AV3 adapter bracket,
dimensions in mm

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Terms and Technology Glossary
A
Absolute encoder
Absolute encoders are used for detecting the position and provide information on the absolute position of a motion platform.
For example, this can be realized optically by using an additional
Pseudo Random Code (PRC) scale.
ActiveDrive motor
The ActiveDrive Motor also integrates a servo amplifier into
the motor housing, which is driven in PWM mode (Pulse Width
Modulation). The operating voltage, which is mostly 24 V for
ActiveDrive motors, is supplied by a separate power supply.
Advantage: Lower costs, more compact design and higher
reliability compared to an externally cabled amplifier; a higher
degree of efficiency due to elimination of power loss between
the amplifier and motor; avoidance of radiation interference
because the amplifier and motor are built into the same shielded housing.
Air bearing
An air film of a few micrometers is used as bearing. Therefore,
air bearings are free of friction and, compared to mechanical
bearings, allow a considerably higher guiding accuracy. See
“PIglide Air Bearing Technology”.
Average current
Current that is available reliably over a longer period. Given as
measured value. For multi-axis controllers, it is specified per
channel.

B
Ball screw
In the case of ball screws, only rolling friction occurs, which
allows higher speeds, drive performance, and longer lifetime
than leadscrews. They are however, not self-locking. The backlash can be minimized adjusting the ball diameter and the thread
profile.
Brushless DC Motor (BLDC)
Compared to conventional DC motors, BLDC motors manage
without wear-prone brushes meaning that a considerably longer lifetime is possible. Commutation is fully electronic and is
generated completely by a rotating magnetic field in the stator
that drags the rotor; the motor is based more on the concept
of a synchronous machine. If sine commutation and a servo

amplifier are used for position control instead of block commutation, the term synchronous servo motor (SSVM) is often
encountered. Compared to DC motors, it is possible to realize a
smaller and lighter design and provide the same performance,
which results in a high ratio between the torque and the motor
size. At the same time, the drivetrain can be shorter for the same
travel range because the drive shaft is located inside the motor.

C
Capacitive sensor
Capacitive sensors allow contactless measuring, do not introduce much energy into the drive system and have a flat design.
Their direct position measurement eliminates drift effects for
travel ranges of up to 1.5 mm. The overall system, which consists of the stage, sensor technology, and electronics, gains on
performance and precision. Due to noncontact measuring in
the 10 μm up to approx. 2 mm range, it is possible to mount the
capacitive sensor in the stage at the point where the motion
actually takes place. The design consists of two conductive
surfaces: A high-frequency alternating current generates a
homogenous electric field between the two surfaces. Customers
from the semiconductor industry also appreciate the small and
versatile design as well as the lack of thermal build-up in the
system. See “Sensor linearization”.
Closed-loop operation
Additional position feedback makes it possible to operate motors
in a closed servo loop. Feedback of the corresponding encoder
signals is necessary for this purpose. Basically, this concept
makes it possible to control the rotational speed, the position,
and the torque, which allows realization of a high position resolution, a uniform feed rate, and a large dynamic range for velocity and acceleration at a constant torque.
Creep
An unwanted change in the displacement over time.
Crossed roller guide
Crossed roller guides are comparatively stiff and manage with
low preload. This results in reduced friction with high load capacity, high guiding accuracy, and smooth running. An additional
forced cage control helps to prevent the roller bearing from creeping. Nevertheless, this shortens the possible travel range over
the same axis length.

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Crosstalk

Drift

Deviation from the ideal motion in axes perpendicular to the
direction of motion.
Angular errors are xrx = roll, xry = pitch, xrz = yaw. Linear errors
are lateral runout such as xty = straightness, xtz = flatness. See
“Linearity error”.

See “Creep”.

Current consumption
Current consumption of the system on supply end. It is specified
for controller without load. Alternatively, power consumption.

Drive type
Defines the types of drive supported by the controller / driver,
such as voice coils, linear motors, DC/BLDC motors, stepper
motors and others.

E

Current limitation

Encoder

Short-circuit protection.

D

An encoder is used for determining the position. Basically, a
difference is made between linear and rotary encoders, which,
depending on the configuration, operate either incrementally
or absolutely.

DC motor

Encoder input

A DC motor exploits the force effect of the electrical current via
a pivoted conductor loop in a magnetic field. In conjunction with
servo controllers (see “servo motor”) , these types of motors
allow high torques at lower motor speeds, good dynamics over
a large speed range, faster response, lower heat generation as
well as smooth and vibration-free operation. The disadvantage
is the wear-prone brushes used for commutation that does
result in a comparatively shorter lifetime. However, due to their
low holding force, DC motors (without gearhead) are generally
not suited for vertically oriented axes.

Maximum bandwidth (-3 dB) of the input signals for the encoder
input.

Design resolution
The theoretical minimum movement that can be made. Design
resolution must not be confused with minimum incremental
motion. In indirect position measurement methods, values for
spindle pitch, gear ratio, motor or sensor / encoder resolution,
for example, are included in the calculation of the resolution;
normally it is considerably below the minimum incremental
motion of a mechanical system. Indirect measurement methods,
the resolution of the sensor is specified.

Extensive software package
To make systems more user friendly, software plays an important role in positioning systems. Customers expect a plug-andplay solution even if several positioning systems are combined
or different drive systems need to interact, and that is why PI
(Physik Instrumente) provides PIMikroMove® host software. You
only need to enter your parameters into the application to avoid
programming altogether. Also supports a number of text-based
languages, has its own LabVIEW, Python and Matlab drivers,
and the software is compatible with Windows, Linux, and OSX.
However, not all software tools may be available for all controller versions.

F
Flatness
See “Crosstalk”.

Position measuring is performed with the highest accuracy
directly at the motion platform so that nonlinearity, mechanical play or elastic deformation have no influence on position
measuring. This is achieved by noncontact optical linear encoders. Precision positioning systems use different encoder types
as position sensor: Incremental encoders with different accuracy
levels, absolute-measuring encoders that additionally make referencing unnecessary when a machine is switched on again, and
for travel ranges under 2 mm, capacitive sensors.

Flexures
The motion of a flexure is based on elastic deformation of a
solid. This avoids any static, rolling or sliding friction. Flexure
elements have high stiffness and load capacity and are very
insensitive to shocks and vibrations. They do not wear, require
no maintenance, are completely vacuum compatible, function
in a wide temperature range, and do not require any lubricants.

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Terms and Technology
Glossary

Direct metrology

Terms and Technology Glossary
G

Leadscrew

Gearhead
Gearheads allow adjustment of the speed and the torque. However, the transmission ratio, which is the proportion between the
speed and the gear input, is decisive and the speed is defined
at the gear output. In the case of transmission reduction, this
ratio is greater than one, which results in a lower speed with a
higher torque. The opposite applies in the case of higher speeds.
Typical types of gears include for example, worm gears, spur
gears, planetary gears, bevel gears, and belt gears.

I
ID chip
An ID chip is located in the connector of many stages. When
the stage is calibrated at the factory with a digital controller, the
calibration data is saved together with specific product information on the ID chip. When switched on, digital electronics
read the data from the ID chip of the connected stage. Stages,
whose ID chip contains the calibration data, can therefore be
connected to any suitable digital electronics without renewed
calibration.

Leadscrews can achieve very high resolutions with smooth running and are often preloaded by springs to minimize backlash.
This results in sliding friction and therefore a self-locking effect.
However, this reduces the speed, performance, and the lifetime.
Limit switch
Function: Optical, magnetic.
Linear ball guiding
Linear ball guides require exact tolerances between the guide
and bearing in order to keep the play and friction as low as
possible. This limits the load capacity. Due to the simple design,
they are only suitable for inexpensive applications with comparatively low requirements.
Linear encoder
Linear encoders measure the position directly at the motion platform. As a rule, this means that a higher accuracy is achieved
compared to rotary encoders, because nonlinearity, mechanical
play, and elastic deformation have no influence.
Linear motor

Permissible input level for digital interfaces.

A linear motor is an electromagnetic direct drive that generates
straight linear motion. The range of a linear motor is practically unlimited. A linear measuring system is always required for
motion and positioning; open loop operation of a linear motor
is not possible. The linear motor does not require mechanical
coupling elements to convert the rotation of the motor into linear motion as is the case with servo motors. Typically, 3-phase
motors are used.
Typical applications are found in the electronics and semiconductor industry, medicine and biotechnology, in tool machines
with a strong focus on laser cutting but also in other fields where
precision, dynamics, and productivity are important.

Integrated feedback sensor

Linearity error

Absolute measuring capacitive, piezo resistive (PRS) or strain
gauge (SGS) and optical (absolute and relative) sensors are used
to provide position information to the controller.

Deviation in motion direction, of measured position from commanded position (positioning accuracy). Measured with an
external, traceable device. The value is given as a percentage
of the entire measuring range.
Measurement of the linearity error: The target and measured
actual values of the positions are plotted against each other,
a line is drawn through the first and last data point, and the
maximum absolute deviation is determined. A linearity error of
0.1 % corresponds to an area of ±0.1 % around the ideal line.
Example: A linearity error of 0.1 % over a measuring range of
100 µm produces a possible maximum error of 0.1 µm.

Incremental encoder
When incremental encoders are in motion, they generate impulses that are counted by the controller. However, in contrast to
absolute encoders, it is a question of determining a relative
position. To determine an absolute position, a limit switch or
reference point switch signal must also be referenced.
Input level

L
Lateral force, max.
Maximum lateral force perpendicular to the operating direction.
For XY stages the push/pull force capacity of the other module
(in its operating direction) limits the lateral force that can be
tolerated.

Load capacity
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M

Overtemperature protection
Switch-off temperature for voltage output. No automatic restart.

Magnetic bearing
Magnetic levitation allows excellent linear and rotational guiding
accuracy on a plane. The passive runner hovers of a magnetic
field and is then actively guided by it. Flatness errors are measured and compensated by very accurate noncontact sensors. Contrary to air bearings, which are also very accurate, magnetic
bearings can also be used in vacuum.

P

Measurement range extension factor

Parallel kinematics, hexapods

For capacitive sensors, used by PI.

Hexapods are parallel-kinematic systems with six drives that are
connected directly to a single platform. This makes it possible
for users to position objects automatically in all degrees of freedom, X, Y, Z, and rotatory and, depending on the drive, with an
accuracy in the micrometer range or lower. The parallelkinematic
system is very stiff, with only a low passive weight to move and,
with the corresponding design, can carry loads of up to several
tons. Users are able to arbitrarily choose the reference coordinate system and, today, workers are now working together with
hexapods on the production line. The user integrates the system
into the automation environment via EtherCAT.

N
Noise
For capacitive sensors. In extended measurement ranges, noise
is considerably higher than in the nominal measurement range.
Nonlinearity
See “Linearity error”.

Patents
PI owns a large variety of patents on piezo and motor technology.

Parallel metrology
Each sensor measures the position of the same moving platform in the respective degree of freedom. This keeps the off-axis
runout, or crosstalk, of all actuators inside the servo-control loop
and allows it to be corrected automatically.

Open-loop operation
The actuator is used without a position sensor. Displacement
roughly corresponds to the drive voltage. Creep, nonlinearity
and hysteresis remain uncompensated. Open-loop operation is
ideal for applications where fast response and very high resolution with maximum bandwidth are essential. Here, commanding
and reading the target position in absolute values is either not
important or carried out by external position sensors. Open-loop
operation is not possible for electro-magnetic direct drives, such
as linear motors and voice-coil drives.
Operating temperature range
In any case, the device can be operated safely in the maximum
permissible temperature range. To avoid internal overheating
however, full load is no longer available above a certain temperature (maximum operating temperature under full load). Nevertheless, recalibration or zero-point-adjustment may be required
if the system is operated at different temperatures. Performance
specifications are valid for room temperature range. Please refer
to individual datasheets and contact PI for more details.
Operating voltage
Allowed control input voltage range (also input frequency) for
the supply of the device.

Peak current
Only available for very short times, typically under a few milliseconds. It is used to estimate the possible dynamics with a
certain capacitive load. Note: In this case, the controller / driver
does not necessarily work linearly.
Piezoresistive sensor (PRS)
Strain gauge sensors that consist of a semiconductor foil. See
“Strain gauge sensors”.
PIglide Air Bearing Technology
The PIglide air bearing technology allows friction-free positioning with a high guiding accuracy of up to 5 μrad over 100 mm.
The technology improves the position resolution and it is possible to realize constant-velocity scanning. The repeatability is only
a few encoder impulses. A similar precision in the nanometer
range is also possible with flexure-guided piezo nanopositioners, however, only over considerably shorter travel ranges. The
developers at PI (Physik Instrumente) adapt high-precision, air
bearing positioning stages and motion control systems according to customer requirements.

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Terms and Technology
Glossary

O

Terms and Technology Glossary
PIMag® Magnetic Linear Motors
Magnetic direct drives from PI (Physik Instrumente) provide a
direct and stiff connection between the load to be moved and
the drive. The industry demand is particularly high when objects
need to be positioned with high dynamics and precision. Thanks
to the smooth-running precision linear guides with crossed roller bearings, these types of linear motor stages are particularly
suitable for applications that require constant-velocity scanning.
The drives operate without contact and therefore very reliable.
Users can integrate the magnetic direct drives into existing machines and systems quickly and easily via standardized fieldbus
systems. See “Linear motor”, “Torque motor”
PIMag® Voice Coil
Thanks to their low weight and friction-free drive principle, voice
coil drives are small and particularly suitable for applications
that require high dynamics and high velocities over limited
travel ranges – for example, in medical technology. Voice coil
drives have a greater advantage for the customer when compared to traditional drive screw-based solutions, particularly
with respect to wear and dynamics. High scan frequencies and
precision positioning are possible with these drives, because
they are free of hysteresis effects. See “Voice Coil Drive”.

R
Recirculating Ball Bearing
Due to their design, recirculating ball bearings are already
insensitive to creeping. For example, they are suitable for highprecision axes, which are often used for scanning smaller areas.
When assembled correctly, they offer a high load capacity and at
the same time, long lifetime, no maintenance, and high guiding
accuracy.
Reference point switch
Function: Optical, magnetic.
Repeatability
Typical values in closed-loop operation mode (RMS, 1 σ). Repeatability is a percentage of the total distance or angle traveled. For
small ranges, repeatability may be significantly better.
Resolution
Position resolution relates to the smallest change in displacement that can still be detected by the measuring devices. Values
are typical results (RMS, 1 σ).

Pitch

Roll

See “Crosstalk”.

See “Crosstalk”.

Power consumption

Rotational runout

Maximum power consumption under full load.

See “Crosstalk”.

Profile generator

Rotary encoder

Functionality of motor controllers that allows motion profiles
such as linear interpolation, point-to-point, trapezoid, double
bends. For several axes: Electronic gearing.

Rotary encoders measure the position indirectly because for
example, they are mounted directly on the motor shaft. That
means that they are attached to a rotating part of the drivetrain.
Easy installation of the sensors is an advantage but backlash and
mechanical play affect the resulting measurement.

Pulse width modulation (PWM)
PWM-controlled motors allow control of the (motor) performance
with a high-frequency-signal. This means that the power signal
can be separated from the digital control signal.
PWM control is used for example for controlling electric motors
such linear motors or voice coil drives. The “ActiveDrive Motor”
is a special feature from PI, see there.
Push/pull force capacity (in operating direction)
Specifies the maximum forces that can be applied to the system
along the active axis. If larger forces are applied, damage to the
actuator can occur. The force limit must also be considered in
dynamic applications.
Example: the dynamic forces generated by sinusoidal operation
at 500 Hz, 20 µm peak-to-peak, 1 kg moved mass, are approximately ±100 N.

S
Stepper motor
Stepper motors only take discrete positions within one revolution. A position can be commanded with a constant step size
without an additional encoder. The achievable step size is specified by the motor control. Intelligent wiring of the individual
poles allows a so-called microstep mode, which, depending on
the type, is able to realize several hundreds of thousands of
microsteps between the full steps by electrical interpolation.
However, step losses and the associated positioning errors can
be the result in the case of excessively high loads and accelerations as well as resonance effects if an additional encoder is

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not used. High speeds are only possible with high numbers of
steps, which however, prevents reaching the achievable torque.
A mechanical damper on the motor shaft, which also works as
handwheel, supports smooth running. To hold position without
a self-locking gearhead, stepper motors must be supplied with
current, which can then lead to jittering. Nevertheless, stepper
motors offer a very long lifetime and, compared to DC motors,
are especially suited to applications with reduced dynamics and
in a vacuum.

Specification
Performance specifications are valid for room temperature
(22 ±3 °C) and closed-loop systems are calibrated at this temperature (specifications for different operating temperatures
on request). Recalibration is recommended for operation at
significantly higher or lower temperature. Custom designs for
ultralow or ultrahigh temperatures on request.
Straightness
See “Crosstalk“.

Measured value that specifies the frequency, with which the
amplitude decreased by -3 dB.
Sensor linearization
For capacitive sensors, the signal conditioning electronics
demonstrates a notably low noise level. The integrated linearization system (ILS) compensates for the influences of parallelism
errors between the capacitor plates.
Sensor resolution
The smallest calculable increment that can be detected by the
measuring system used. Rotary encoder: Number of counts per
screw rotation. Linear encoder: Smallest increment still detected
by the sensor system used. The sensor can be the critical element in position resolution, for this reason the sensor resolution
is specified separately if necessary. See “Design resolution”.
Serial kinematics
Each actuator acts on its own platform. There is a clear relationship between actuators and motion axes. The advantages are
the relatively simple assembly and multi-axis control. The dynamic characteristics depend on the individual axis. Guiding
errors cumulate and the overall guiding accuracy is poorer if
compared to “Parallel kinematics”, see there.
Serial metrology
One sensor is assigned to each moving axis to be servo-controlled. Undesired off-axis motion, guiding error or crosstalk, go
unnoticed and uncorrected. See “Parallel metrology”.
Servo motor
A motor with position detection and control is called a servo
motor. The motor itself is often a DC motor. Servo motors offer
high torques at a low speed, good dynamics over a large speed
range, fast response, low heat generation as well as smooth and
vibration-free operation. Either rotary or absolute encoders are
used for detecting the position. A servo amplifier takes care of
amplifying the signal and controlling the motor parameters. This
is normally a PID controller (Proportional, Integral, Derivative)
with additional filters in order to exploit the above-mentioned
characteristics as best as possible.

Synchronous servo motor (SSVM)
A servo motor that is designed as a synchronous machine. This
type of motor for example, can be realized from a brushless DC
servo motor with sine commutation (see brushless “DC motor”
and “servo motor”).

T
Threaded roller drive screw
In the case of threaded roller drive screws, the contact surface
between the drive screw, roller, and nut is considerably larger
than with ball screw drives. This results in a very high stiffness
and higher loads are possible. There are various versions, for
example, guided planetary rollers without roller recirculation or
rotating rollers, i.e., with roller recirculation, which allow even
smaller pitches.
Torque motor
Torque motors are mainly brushless DC motors that are optimized for high torques or classical servo drives with a high number
of poles. On the other side, it is possible to envisage torque
motors as rolled-up linear motors. In contrast to conventional
servo drives, torque motors achieve lower speeds but are able to
achieve very high torques at medium to low speeds. The torque
generated by a torque motor increases squared to the rotor
diameter. As a rule, the rotor is a hollow shaft. When compared
to the usual servo drives, the length of the installation space is
not used and this allows low-profile dimensions. Torque motors
represent a zero-play and stiff direct drive and can reach high
positioning and repeatability with a high load. The high drive
torque also allows higher accelerations and the associated high
dynamics.
Trajectory control
Provisions to prevent deviation from the specified trajectory.
Can be passive (e.g., flexure guidance) or active (e.g., using
additional active axes and sensors).
Translator
A linear actuator.
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Terms and Technology Glossary
U

Voice coil drives

User software and functions
PIMikroMove®, PI General Command Set (GCS). Drivers for LabVIEW, shared libraries for Windows and Linux. Compatible with
µManager, MetaMorph, MATLAB. Wave Generator. Linearization. Data recorder. Auto zero. Trigger I/O. Software configurable
servo parameters. See “Extensive software package”.

V
Vacuum-compatible versions
In a large number of industry sectors, production in a vacuum is
becoming increasingly more important. Therefore, PI (Physik
Instrumente) offers various different drive technologies to
its customers that can be operated in a vacuum of 10 –7 or
even 10–10 hPa. This applies to specially designed motors and
actuators.

These friction-free electromagnetic linear drives are characterized by their good dynamics, albeit with relatively low holding
force.
Voice coil motors are direct drives. The drive principle is the
technical implementation of the Lorentz force: The force that
a live conductor exerts in a permanent magnetic field is proportional to the magnetic field strength and the current. The
motion controller controls the force via PWM control. The drive
is combined with a measuring system for precision positioning
and operated in a closed loop. The travel ranges of voice coil
drives are therefore limited by the technology and are between
0.5 mm and 25 mm.
Typical applications include short-range motion with fast settling times, applications with low noise generation, or sensitive
programmable force controls.

Y
Yaw
See “Crosstalk”.

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