Aerotech, Inc.
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
Dec 26, 2008 With footprint optimized for space-constrained vertical translation, ANT-LXV stages can be used in range of configurations and use non-cogging, non-contact direct-drive technology free of hysteresis and backlash. Anti-stiction counterbalance is included to hold position against gravity with minimal motor current. Along with standardized universal-base mounting pattern, features include 2.5 nm resolution, 1 g acceleration, 500 mm/s velocity, and 5 kg load capacity.

Yaskawa Electric America, Inc.
Waukegan, IL 60085
Dec 23, 2008 With peak forces from 86-1,200 N, Linear Sigma Trac Series is suited for precision positioning and general automation applications. Units provide accelerations to 5 G's and velocities to 5 m/s. Because Series was developed as integral component of Sigma II Series AC servo system, digital servo amplifiers utilize intelligent serial encoder feedback system that automatically recognizes which model of linear servomotor is connected upon power-up and performs self-configuration.

Steinmeyer Inc.
Bedford, MA 01730
Nov 20, 2008 Manufactured from anodized aluminum, Model MT 105-50-LM offers positional accuracy of 1 µm, straightness/flatness runout of ±1 µm, and repeatability of ±0.2 µm. Unit includes preloaded cross roller bearings, fixed stops, and incremental linear encoder with 0.1 µm resolution. Measuring 105 x 151 x 25 mm, product can be provided as XY stage without adapter plate and can also be configured as XYZ system with optional bracket.

Parker Hannifin Corp, Electromechanical Automation Div.
Port Washington, NY 11050
Oct 31, 2008 Featuring lubricated-for-life, maintenance-free bearings and ball screws, maintenance-free HD-N series offers optimized bending moment of inertia for utmost rigidity and minimal deflection. Deep channel extruded body and carriage provide beam strength and carriage stiffness, while IP30-rated belt seals protect interior components from debris in tough environments. Custom motor mounts are available for Parker and non-Parker motors (inline and parallel orientations).

Steinmeyer Inc.
Bedford, MA 01730
Oct 23, 2008 Driven by stepper motor, Model DT 180-SM features positional accuracy of 0.1°, repeatability of less than 0.05°, and surface run out of less than 0.02 mm. Unit achieves speeds up to 90°/sec and accelerations greater than 500°/sec². Measuring 63 mm high and 310 mm long, rotary stage offers 100 mm center aperture and is manufactured from low-distortion aluminum alloy. Device targets semiconductor, fiber optic, medical, optical, laser, and miniature robotics industries.

Baldor Electric Company
Fort Smith, AR 72901
Sep 18, 2008 Featuring honeycomb-structured composite material, HoneyComb Series linear stepper X-Y positioning base is offered in 7 standard sizes with square or rectangular working areas from 375 x 375 to 750 x 1,500 mm. It is capable of speeds up to 1.5 m/sec at resolutions to 2.5 microns and repeatability better than 2 microns. In addition to friction-free mechanics with zero-backlash and no wind-up, features include forcer available in 6 sizes and 2- or 4-phase configurations.

Steinmeyer Inc.
Bedford, MA 01730
Sep 16, 2008 Driven by piezo linear motor, DT 65-LM precision positioning rotary stage measures 105 mm long and 25 mm high, weighs 0.35 kg, and can support loads up to 80 N. It delivers positional accuracy of 0.015°, repeatability of less than 0.003°, and max surface run out of 20 µm. Manufactured from low-distortion aluminum alloy, black anodized stage is capable of speeds to 360°/sec and accelerations exceeding 10,000°/sec². It is available with direct reading incremental angular encoder.

Bell-Everman, Inc
Goleta, CA 93117
Sep 15, 2008 Featuring anodized aluminum construction with stainless steel hardware and polyurethane/steel reinforced belt, ServoBelt reaches accelerations in excess of 4 g at speeds to 5 m/sec. Single motor supplies peak forces up to 880 N and continuous forces to 300 N. Available with 16,000 and 20,000 CPR rotary encoders, drive features unidirectional repeatability to ±10 µm and bi-directional repeatability of ±40 µm. All bearings are lubed-for-life with no maintenance required.

CNC Indexing & Feeding Technologies
Wakeman, OH 44889
Jul 18, 2008 Featuring 200 rpm rotational speed, 0.0004 in. spindle runout, and 515 psi hydraulic pressure, Model GSI DNC-400 direct drive rotary indexing table ensures smooth machining without deflection under heavy loads in high-speed, high-accuracy contouring operations. It offers maximum torque of 590 lb-ft and brake torque of 1,844 lb-ft. With 15.75 in. dia and 661 lb weight, product provides maximum horizontal and vertical loading capacity of 1,100 and 661 lb, respectively.

Zaber Technologies Inc.
Richmond, BC V7E2J1
Jul 10, 2008 Available in 13 and 28 mm travel versions with metric or imperial mounting holes, Series T-LS can be controlled manually or through RS232 or USB port. Units can be used in X-Y or X-Y-Z configuration with AB90 angle brackets. Suitable as microscope stage, X-Y configuration, when combined with T-JOY3 Joystick Controller, allows manual control of X and Y axes from single interface and enables stage positions to be saved and recalled.

Steinmeyer Inc.
Bedford, MA 01730
Jun 25, 2008 Utilizing mechanical cross roller bearings for decoupling of ball screw drives, PMT 160 series stages achieve straightness and flatness runout of 50 nm or less. Decoupling system isolates any transverse movement of ball screw from linear bearing system and saddle of stage. Stages offer travel from 50-300 mm, with standard positioning accuracy of less than 10 µm and repeatability of ±0.5 µm when driven by dc servomotor or dc stepper motor.

Misumi USA
Schaumburg, IL 60173
Jun 20, 2008 Offered in aluminum with black anodizing, brass, or 440C stainless with electroless nickel plating, XYZ-Axis Stages feature linear ball guide system that creates gothic arch groove ball guide on upper and lower side of stage body, optimizing rigidity. Units come in dovetail, linear ball, and crossed roller styles with rack and pinion, feed screw, or micrometer head feed mechanisms. Low-temp black chrome plating is available when low-light reflectivity or harsh environment operation is required.

Physik Instrumente (PI)
Auburn, MA 01501
Jun 20, 2008 Compatible with various imaging acquisition packages, P-737 PIFOC® Piezo Z-Focusing Stage features up to 500 µm travel, nanometer precise motion under closed-loop control, and set of LabView drivers with analog control option. It allows for millisecond sample settling, enabling Z-stack imaging with multiple objectives. Designed for biotech research microscopes using deconvolution and 3D imaging, unit can be controlled through digital interfaces and analog signals via 0-10 V input.

Amacoil Inc.
Aston, PA 19014
Jun 18, 2008 Running on case hardened and ground shaft, Model RG80 features rolling ring linear motion engineering, enabling mechanical control over reversal and eliminating need for electronic controls and reversible motor. Linear pitch may be manually adjusted without gear reduction or adjusting drive motor speed. With travel direction and linear speed independent of drive motor, RG80 simplifies machine design. Applications include spraying, slitting, scanning, and winding.

Danaher Motion
Wood Dale, IL 60191-1073
Jun 03, 2008 Measuring 266.7 x 88.9 x 63.5 mm, MAB-100 is driven by non-contact, brushless servo motor with moving magnet design and utilizes air bearing guideway to deliver 100% friction-free, straight-line motion up to 100 mm. It has no recirculating bearings or anti-creep mechanisms and will not generate any particles, meeting Class 1 cleanroom standards when used with appropriate input air filtration. Position feedback is provided by linear optical encoder with up 5 nm resolution.

Animatics Corp.
Santa Clara, CA 95054
May 27, 2008 With equivalent pitch ratios from 2.5-12.5 mm/rev, Harmonic Linear Drive(TM) Series uses recirculating belt, and requires no gearhead/brake. It comes with closed-loop brushless servo motor, drive amplifier, optical encoder, I/O, field bus option, belt actuator, and bearing support. Producing standard thrust up to 450 N with average moment loading of up to 150 nm, HLD60 offers near Zero Backlash solution with bidirectional and unidirectional repeatability of 60 and 20 µm, respectively.

Steinmeyer Inc.
Bedford, MA 01730
May 05, 2008 Manufactured from aluminum, LT190-EDLM is designed so that 2 units may be mounted together without additional interface plate to create low profile XY configuration. Table is driven by ironless core linear motor with travel from 150-500 mm, total table height is 50 mm, and typical speed is 1 m/sec. Preloaded large cross roller bearings provide stiffness and smooth motion while cage assist mechanism prevents cage migration. Stage offers 3 linear scale options from 20 nm to 6.25 picometers.

Nippon Pulse America, Inc.
Radford, VA 24141
Apr 28, 2008 Integrating slide guide, encoder, and linear shaft motor, single-axis Model SCR100 has moving magnet design, which locates all cables and connectors in stationary base, eliminating motion errors due to cable forces. Coreless, direct-drive linear motor has zero cogging, while non-contact optical linear encoder offers resolutions from 1 micron to 10 nm with digital output. Cross roller linear stage supports optimal torque levels due to offset loads with travels from 50-300 mm.

H2W Technologies Inc.
Valencia, CA 91355
Apr 23, 2008 DR (dual-profile rail) positioning stages are driven by non-contact, 3-phase brushless linear motors commutated either sinusoidally or trapezoidally with Hall effect sensors. With 15.6 in. footprint, stages offer travel lengths to 160 in., load capabilities of 442 lb, continuous force to 445 lb, peak force to 1,335 lb, velocity up to 200 ips, and acceleration up to 9 G. DR Positioning Stages are suited for use as base or X-axis in stacked multi-stage applications.

LM-76 Linear Bearings
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Apr 23, 2008 Featuring 0.2 mm/300 mm accuracy and 0.1 mm repeatability, Slipstream Series 1 operates with NEMA 23 stepper motor as well as 100 or 200 W servo-motor with encoder. Available with optional fail-safe brake, motors can be mounted on left or right side. Steel profile rails handle dynamic loads to 22.3 KN, while 50 mm wide, steel-reinforced polyurethane timing belt provides max belt strength of 1,300 N at 3,000 rpm for high duty cycle applications.