Posted to News on 7th May 2015, 16:37
New PI precision automation actuators for greater accuracy
PI (Physik Instrumente) is releasing a new series of actuators based on PIMag non-contacting voice-coil linear motor technology to ensure greater dynamics and positioning accuracy. With low wear and high lifetime, different travels and force capabilities are available, in addition to custom engineered options.
The V-273 automation actuator comes with a controller that reads the actuators force and position sensors in parallel and seamlessly switches from closed-loop force control to position control, and vice versa. OEM and industrial applications with rigorous throughput and uptime requirements benefit greatly from these features. With force resolutions to the Milli-Newton range, and 100nm linear encoder resolution, the mechanism provides ultra-smooth action transitions.
Step size and frequency are variable and allow the user to control the desired speed and positioning resolution. The position sensor resolution of the new N-472 actuator is below one nanometre. PiezoMike products simplify the automated adjustment of mechanical and opto-mechanical components. Motion ranges from 7.5mm to 26mm are standard, as well as vacuum capability.
Follow the link to view a Video Animation, Specifications and Datasheet for PI linear actuators and to watch a 2015 Photonics West demo video.
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