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Power of V8 … and nanometer precision positioning in PI’s new piezo linear motor

June 5, 2017 By Lisa Eitel 1 Comment

Motion control and piezo systems expert PI (Physik Instrumente) introduces a new robust OEM walking motor drive, the N-331, with its configuration rooted in existing patented piezo actuator technology and a patented piezo stepping motion principle design. Based on the application of historically successful technology, the new design it is suitable for use in high-end […]

Filed Under: Featured, Integrated Linear Systems, Mini + piezo + voice coil Tagged With: physikinstrumente

New integrated X-Y linear motor stage from PI

June 1, 2017 By Miles Budimir Leave a Comment

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PI (Physik Instrumente) now offers a new reference class XY stage in its PIMag series of high dynamic linear motor stages with the V-731, equipped with incremental linear encoders for direct position measurement and 3-phase electromagnetic linear motors. Fields of application include micro-assembly, biotechnology, precision laser machining, optics, lens testing, and photonics alignment. The proprietary […]

Filed Under: Integrated Linear Systems, Stages + gantries Tagged With: physikinstrumente

20-in. travel and nanometer resolution with high dynamics from PI motorized linear stage

May 19, 2017 By Lisa Eitel Leave a Comment

Precision positioning systems industry leader PI (Physik Instrumente) has released an elevated version of its ironless linear motor stage LMS-180, which is well-suited for precision automation applications in industry and research that require highly accurate linear motion over long travel with high load capacity. The LMS-180 linear stage family is available with five travel ranges […]

Filed Under: Featured, Integrated Linear Systems, Stages + gantries Tagged With: physikinstrumente

Positioning stages and gantries — new trends in integration approaches

May 4, 2017 By Lisa Eitel 2 Comments

There’s demand for motion designs offering simplicity or turnkey operation, so component suppliers are now doing much more integration for OEMs and plant engineers. Nowhere is this more evident than in the way today’s positioning stages, rotary tables, and gantry setups are built. “As part of this trend, we’re seeing more demand for our IntelLiGent […]

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Filed Under: Applications, Featured, Integrated Linear Systems, Stages + gantries Tagged With: intellidrives, physikinstrumente

Linear actuator with high resolution, 66-lb pushing force from PI

April 13, 2017 By Miles Budimir Leave a Comment

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Designed for highly accurate and fast repetitive industrial applications, the L-239 compact linear actuator is the newest addition to the suite of motion control solutions available from PI (Physik Instrumente). Equipped with precision ground ball screws for higher speed and a longer service life, the L-239 high force actuator has a positioning range of 52 […]

Filed Under: Featured, Linear actuators (all) Tagged With: physikinstrumente

Miniature linear-positioning stage for single and multi-axis applications

February 15, 2017 By Lisa Eitel 1 Comment

The L-402 compact linear stage is the newest addition to the suite of motion control solutions available from Physik Instrumente. Delivering performance and reliability at minimized cost, this affordable miniature linear positioner is well-suited for micromanipulation, test systems, and opto-mechanical alignment automation applications. High travel accuracy — XY or XYZ combinations With a travel range of 1/2 in.(13 […]

Filed Under: Stages + gantries Tagged With: physikinstrumente

Precision motion and positioning systems to showcase at Photonics West 2017

January 26, 2017 By Lisa Eitel Leave a Comment

Descend the escalator and enter the exhibit hall to the world’s largest multidisciplinary photonics event, taking just a few steps past the entrance, PI’s booth displays the latest state-of-the-art precision motion technologies. PI engineers are on-hand to answer questions and help you find the right solution for your precision motion project in industry, research, or […]

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New linear motor stages with magnetic direct drives and motion controller

January 18, 2017 By Lisa Eitel 1 Comment

Ultra-precise linear motor stages are well-suited for industry and research positioning and scanning applications, such as found in precision automation, micro-assembly, biotechnology, laser beam control, optics, lens testing, and photonics alignment. Motion and nanopositioning industry leader PI is expanding its PIMag® series of high dynamics linear motor stages with 2 new models and a new […]

Filed Under: Linear motors Tagged With: physikinstrumente

2016 Neuroscience Conference Debuts PI’s Ultra-Stable Microscope XY Stage Packages

November 18, 2016 By Lisa Eitel Leave a Comment

Physik Instrumente will introduce two new compact XY microscope stages based on ultrasonic piezo direct-drive motors. Model U-761 provides 25x25mm travel and is equipped with 10nm resolution linear encoders, model U-780 provides 135 x 85 mm. More after the jump. Ultra-Stable – Suitable for Imaging PI’s patented ultrasonic direct-drive motors feature millisecond responsiveness and provide a […]

Filed Under: Stages + gantries Tagged With: physikinstrumente

White paper explains design and preparation of nanopositioners for high vacuum

September 23, 2016 By Lisa Eitel Leave a Comment

For decades, PI has provided stages and systems for vacuum levels from 10-3 mbar to 10-9 mbar that deliver reliable motion control for positioning and alignment. The newest catalog from PI — Precision Motion and Positioning Solutions for High Vacuum and UHV — demonstrates PI’s expert design capabilities as most standard products are created with vacuum compatibility […]

Filed Under: Featured, Mini + piezo + voice coil, Stages + gantries Tagged With: physikinstrumente

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