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nanoX 400

nanoX 400 – Description

The piezo based nanoX® 400 is our ultra fast and high load positioning stage. It provides a positioning and scanning range of up to 480 micrometers. The centrally located free aperture allows laser optical applications through the stage. This is also possible when stacking them in an X, Y configuration. Due to FEA-optimization, the nanoX® 400 provides the highest dynamical performance and excellent guiding accuracy. This is accomplished even with high mass loads in a very compact package. The nanoX series is made for nano-positioning tasks in the field of semiconductor, laser & optics and test & measurement.

Our piezo stage optimization also incorporates excellent temperature compensation properties for the trajectory of the nanopositioning stage. The sophisticated monolithic guidance design of the solid flexure hinges means the trajectory is free of mechanical play and friction – a feature of all piezo stages and nano-positioners.

Based on solid-state phenomena, piezo actuators and piezo ceramics generate pressure forces to affect the leverage geared motion. The PZT ceramic’s extension is nearly linear to the applied electric field, but hysteresis and creep still exist. Piezo electrical geared stages and positioners are neither affected by nor produce magnetic fields. In cryogenic environments piezo actuators function down to almost zero Kelvin. This low temperature is associated with linear decreasing extension behavior. In vacuum conditions, piezo actuators and PZT ceramics can be used at pressures below 10 Pa.

Because of the greatly reduced dielectric breakdown strength of air, they should not be operated in pressures ranging from 10 Pa up to 10 kPa. To avoid creep and hysteresis, the piezo nano-positioner nanoX® 400SG or nanoX® 400CAP are equipped with a high resolution measurement sensor.

In combination with the piezo controller, high stability, linearity, repeatability and accuracy are achieved during closed-loop operation.

The compact piezo stage design and the raster pin and drill holes for mounting allow an easy integration of the nano-positioning stages nanoX into your existing assembly. Vacuum and cryogenic versions are available on demand, as well as body material variations of invar, superinvar, aluminum and titanium.

Technical Data

UNITnanoX 400nanoX 400 SGnanoX 400 CAP
Part #T-108-20T-108-21T-108-26
AxisXXX
Motion in Open-Loop (±10%)*μm480480480
Motion in Closed-Loop (±0,2%)*μm400400
Resolution Open-Loop**nm0.80.80.8
Resolution Closed-Loop**nm82
Dimensions (L x W x H)mm52 x 32 x 5252 x 32 x 5252 x 32 x 70
Weightg250270370
*Typical value measured with ENV40 nanoX amplifier. **The resolution is only limited by the noise of the power amplifier and metrology.

nanoX 200

nanoX 200 – Description

The high load piezo positioner nanoX®200 is a ultra fast and high load capability nanoX® stage. It provides a positioning and scanning range of up to 240 micrometers. The centrally located free aperture allows laser optical applications. This is also possible, when stacking them in an XY configuration.

Due to FEA-optimization, the nanoX®200 provides high dynamical performance and excellent guiding accuracy. This is accomplished even with high mass loads in a very compact stage. The nanoX® series is made for nano-positioning tasks in the field of semiconductor, laser & optics and test & measurement.

Our piezo stage optimization also incorporates excellent temperature compensation properties for the trajectory of the nanopositioning stage. The sophisticated monolithic guidance design of the solid flexure hinges means the trajectory is free of mechanical play and friction – a feature of all piezosystem piezo stages and nanopositioners.

Please note: Based on solid-state phenomena, piezo actuators and piezo ceramics generate pressure forces to affect the leverage geared motion. The PZT ceramic’s extension is nearly linear to the applied electric field, but hysteresis and creep still exist. Piezo electrical geared stages and positioners are neither affected by nor produce magnetic fields. In cryogenic environments piezo actuators function down to almost zero Kelvin. This low temperature is associated with linear decreasing extension behavior. In vacuum conditions, piezo actuators and PZT ceramics can be used at pressures below 10 Pa.

Because of the greatly reduced dielectric breakdown strength of air, they should not be operated in pressures ranging from 10 Pa up to 10 kPa. To avoid creep and hysteresis, the piezo nano-positioner nanoX® 200SG / 200CAP is equipped with a high resolution measurement sensor.
In combination with the piezo controller, high stability, linearity, repeatability and accuracy are achieved during closed-loop operation. 

The compact piezo stage design and the raster pin and drill holes for mounting allow an easy integration of the nano-positioning stages nano®X into your existing assembly. Vacuum and cryogenic versions are available on demand, as well as body material variations of invar, superinvar, aluminum, or titanium.

Technical Data

UNITnanoX 200nanoX 200 SGnanoX 200 CAP
Part #T-106-20T-106-21T-106-26
AxisXXX
Motion in Open-Loop (±10%)*μm240240240
Motion in Closed-Loop (±0,2%)*μm200200
Resolution Open-Loop**nm0.40.40.4
Resolution Closed-Loop**nm41
Dimensions (L x W x H)mm52 x 52 x 2252 x 70 x 2252 x 70 x 22
Weightg175190300
*Typical value measured with 30V300 nanoX amplifier. **The resolution is only limited by the noise of the power amplifier and metrology.

PU 100

PU 100 – Description

The PU 100 consists of only one metallic part that allows for excellent mechanical stability and the ability for it to work dynamically.

This translation stage shows a nearly linear motion by an applied voltage signal from -20 up to 130 V.

This stage can be combined for XYZ 3D motion systems. The basic flexure stage is equipped with the threads for mounting. Each piezo system is supplied with the necessary screws and parts for a multi-axis configuration.

Technical Data

UNITPU 100PU 100 SG
Part #T-502-00T-502-01
Axis11
Motion in Open Loop (±10%)*μm100100
Motion in Closed Loop (±0,2%)*μm80
Resolution Open Loop**nm0.20.2
Resolution Closed Loop**nm2.0
Dimensions (L x W x H)mm50.5 x 25 x 2550.5 x 25 x 25
Weightg7274
*Typical value measured with a NV 40/3 amplifier (closed loop: NV 40/3 CLE amplifier) **The resolution is only limited by the noise of the power amplifier and metrology.

PU 40

PU 40 – Description

The PU 40 consists of only one metallic part that allows for excellent mechanical stability and the ability for it to work dynamically.

This translation stage shows a nearly linear motion by an applied voltage signal from -20 up to 130 V.

This stage can be combined for X, Y, Z 3D motion systems. The basic flexure stage is equipped with the threads for mounting. Each piezo system is supplied with the necessary screws and parts for a multi-axis configuration.

Technical Data

UNITPU 40PU 40 SG
Part #T-506-00T-506-01
Axis11
Motion in Open-Loop (±10%)*μm4040
Motion in Closed-Loop (±0,2%)*μm32
Resolution Open-Loop**nm0.08
Resolution Closed-Loop**nm0.8
Dimensions (L x W x H)mm28.5 x 14 x 1428.5 x 14 x 14
Weightg2727
*Typical value measured with a NV 40/3 amplifier (closed-loop: NV 40/3 CLE amplifier) **The resolution is only limited by the noise of the power amplifier and metrology.

PX 1500

PX 1500 – Description

Due to the development of new lever transmission principles, the PX 1500 can produce a large displacement of up to 1.5 mm. This is an extraordinary parameter for a piezoelectric direct-driven system. The PX 1500 can be used in applications usually reserved for motorized linear stages only.

In comparison with motorized stages, the piezo driven PX 1500 offers important advantages – dynamic speed and single step-size resolution

The lever transmission principle is based on solid state hinges with integrated preload, that allows a high dynamic movement without mechanical play.

Because of its compact dimensions the PX 1500 is well suited for OEM applications.

Technical Data

UNITPX 1500
Part #S-622-00
AxisX
Motion in Open-Loop (±10%)*μm1500
Resolution Open-Loop**nm3
Dimensions (L x W x H)mm87 x 34 x 13
Weightg98
*Typical value measured with a NV 40/3 amplifier. **The resolution is only limited by the noise of the power amplifier and metrology.