Micro Positioning Stage features standard travel of 25 mm.

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Available in single or 3-axis configurations, Model MT63-DC includes preloaded miniature lead screw with 0.5 mm pitch coupled to dc motor with rotary encoder. It features overall height of 25.5 mm with straightness/flatness runout of 3 microns. Manufactured from anodized aluminum, single-axis table can handle loads to 20 N with positional accuracy of 5 µm and repeatability of 1 µm. It includes backlash-free slides, noncontact limit switches, and 63 mm square footprint.



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New Micro Stage



BURLINGTON, MA, December 6, 2006 --Steinmeyer, Inc. announced a new ultra compact precision positioning stage model MT63 - DC. Available in single or three axis XYZ configuration, this table offers a sleek low profile design with a standard travel of 25 mm. The overall height of the single axis MT63 - DC is only 25.5 mm with straightness/flatness runout of 3 microns. A runout of just 1 micron is available on special request. Included inside this compact design is the drive mechanism - a precision preloaded miniature lead screw with 0.5 mm pitch coupled to a dc motor with rotary encoder. Manufactured from high strength anodized aluminum the single axis table weighs just 0.5 kg, yet can handle loads to 20 Newtons. It offers a positional accuracy of 5 µm and repeatability of 1 µm.

The standard stage includes backlash free preloaded miniature slides for precise linear guidance, non-contact limit switches and a 63 mm square footprint. Options include preparation for cleanroom and vacuum compatibility, different encoder resolutions and different screw pitches for higher speeds. The compact three axis version is model MP63 - 25 - DC. Its overall dimensions (with all axes centered) are 63 x 63 x 111 mm.

The MT63 - DC is ideal for applications in the Optical Gaging, Inspection, Vision System, Bio Medical and Micro-manipulator industries.

The Steinmeyer group is comprised of two manufacturing divisions located in Germany. August Steinmeyer GmbH & Co. KG (located in Albstadt) has been setting standards for high precision ball screws for over 40 years and prides itself on high quality, innovative designs to meet demanding customer requirements. Our Feinmess Dresden (FMD) division has been producing an extensive line of high precision positioning systems for well over 130 years.

For further information on this new product or others in our extensive product portfolio call 1-781-273-6220 or visit the Steinmeyer group at the following web site: www.steinmeyer.com

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