Renishaw’s new VIONiC™ series optical encoder is an ultra-high accuracy, compact all-in-one digital encoder family. Designed for the most demanding motion control applications, this development brings together Renishaw’s renowned filtering optics with a brand new custom interpolation and monitoring ASIC (Application-Specific Integrated Circuit) that enhances dynamic signal processing and improves signal stability. This achievement has […]
Gaining a measurement edge with linear encoders
Edited by Miles Budimir || Encoders help linear motion stages reach higher levels of accuracy and performance. Application demands of modern motion systems are pushing the envelope for greater accuracy and finer resolution. Case in point; laboratory equipment with demands for high accuracy positioning of test samples, such as in microscopes. When it comes to […]
Tolomatic belt-drive actuator handles harsh environments
Tolomatic’s family of MXB electric belt-drive actuators includes a new solid bearing load-carrying design ideal for harsh environments. The trapezoidal solid bearing provides a rigid, long-lasting bearing system capable of operating in environments that roller bearings would not be able to withstand. With loads up to 520 lb (235 kg), speeds up to 100 in./sec […]
New motorized linear stages from Haydon Kerk
Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions has announced the release of its new line of WGS motorized linear stages. The WGS line is now directly integrated into Haydon Kerk’s step motor family using its patented design. The motorized WGS can be ordered and shipped within 24 hours from the Haydon Kerk e-commerce website at www.haydonkerkexpress.com. The WGS […]
AutomationDirect adds motor-ready actuator assemblies and linear slides
AutomationDirect’s SureMotion line of motion control products now includes both motor-ready actuator assemblies and an assortment of sliding components and accessories to provide a wide variety of motion control solutions for X-Y and X-Y-Z positioning systems. Twin round-shaft slide actuators feature a continuously supported round rail slide with ballscrew actuation and provide robust precision linear […]
New high-precision Z-axis nanopositioners from Aerotech
Aerotech has introduced a series of Z-axis piezo nanopositioners for extreme precision research and industrial requirements. The new QNP-Z stages join a family that includes the QNP-L linear and QNP-XY stages, providing a complete range of positioning solutions for most extreme precision applications. They provide the resolution, linearity, repeatability, and high dynamics required for the […]
New high-precision, compact linear stage from PI
PI (Physik Instrumente) has debuted a new compact linear stage, the L-509. Providing high precision linear motion with minimized runout, this positioner delivers performance and reliability at minimized cost. Despite its compact dimensions, the stage can handle payloads of more than 20 lb. Available with travel ranges of 26 mm (1 in.), 52 mm (2 […]
igus lightweight leadscrew options offer up to 60% weight savings
Featuring tribologically optimized plastic leadscrew nuts and hard anodized aluminum screws, new dryspin leadscrew options offer considerable weight savings, as well as the reduction of required maintenance and external lubrication, with increases in service life due. A range of leadscrew diameters are available, ranging from 6 to 20 mm. Using asymmetric geometry to reduce friction, […]
Warner Linear debuts electric actuator video series
A series of informative Warner Linear electric actuator videos has been produced to clearly show proper installation steps, troubleshooting, and maintenance tips for various actuator models. Topics include limit switch adjustment, basic selection guidelines, and best practices for mounting. The short how-to videos can be viewed on the Warner Linear website at www.warnerlinear.com or on […]
LVDT position transmitter with CANopen interface for sub-sea applications
TE Connectivity’s new Macro Sensors SSBR-937 Series CANBus LVDT Position Sensor with a CANopen interface is compliant to CiA 443 for subsea instruments. The CiA 443 CANopen profile offers more interoperable and standardized communications to network with devices from different manufacturers used on the ocean floor. The new submersible position sensor withstands deep-sea environments with external […]