ORLIN Technologies announces the fastest motorised microscope XY stage
currently available. With move and settle time of less than 100ms over
the entire 15mm travel range, the LXYM15 open frame XY stage from SMAC
is ideal for scanning applications such as live cell imaging and semiconductor
inspection.
Motive
force comes from direct-drive, non-cogging voice coil
linear motors with closed-loop servo control, whose unique design
reduces moving mass and maximises dynamic performance.
Without rotary to linear conversion devices (e.g leadscrews) to introduce
friction and backlash this speed is not, however, at the expense of precision.
Non-contact optical linear encoders for position feedback are fitted as
standard with resolution options between 5 microns and 0.5 microns (100nm
version in development) and repeatability as low as +/-0.5 microns.
Precision guiding systems, strategically positioned relative to the stage
insert, ensure flatness across the system.
The current model is compatible with the Carl Zeiss Axiovert range of
microscopes and will accept the Zeiss Universal Mounting Frame K451352-00000-000.
Standard models for other manufacturer's microscopes are in development
and custom mounting features and inserts can be configured to suit the
user’s application if required.
Motive
force comes from direct-drive, non-cogging 