Site Sponsors
  • Thermo Electric Temperature Sensors

Physik Instrumente Announce New PI miCos Range of Linear Microscopy Stage Positioners

Published on June 21, 2012 at 3:25 PM

Physik Instrumente LP (PI) announces the new PI miCos range of precision linear stage positioners.

More than 20 product families are available starting with miniature translation stages and positioning ranges of 40 mm to high load, linear translation stages for long travel ranges to 1 meter. These motorized precision positioners come in a large variety of standard and custom versions for any budget and application. They cover low-cost, open loop stages with stepper motors and, leadscrew drive to high-speed and high accuracy, models with linear encoders featuring up to 1 nanometer resolution.

Choice of Motors & Feedback Sensors, Clean Room, Vacuum

Most stages also come in vacuum-compatible and clean-room compatible versions. Customers can chose between rotary servo-motors, linear servo motors and stepper motors. Closed loop models are offered with optical high-resolution position feedback. In addition to single axis precision linear stages, the company designs and manufactures XY-positioning stages, precision Z-stages (elevation stages) and precision rotation stages.

Motion Controllers

A variety of motion controllers with USB and RS-232 interfacing is available to match the positioning mechanics and application requirements.

The PI miCos product line of precision linear stage positioners are suited to applications such as:

  • Semiconductor alignment
  • Biotechnology
  • Aerospace technology
  • Fiber-optic alignment
  • Microscopy
  • Optics research.

Features & Advantages

Key features of the the PI miCos product line of precision linear stage positioners include:

  • Choice of Positioning Ranges from 40 mm to 1000 mm
  • Choice of Precision Class: from 0.2 µm to 1 Nanometer Resolution
  • Choice of Motor: Servo, Stepper, Linear Motors
  • Choice of Bearings: Crossed Roller, Linear Bearings Recirculating Bearings
Tell Us What You Think

Do you have a review, update or anything you would like to add to this news story?

Leave your feedback
Submit
Featured News
    PowerFoot BiOM from iWalk Available at Certified Bionics Centers

    PowerFoot BiOM from iWalk Available at Certified Bionics Centers

    The PowerFoot BiOM is the first ever robotic lower leg system which is capable of normalizing the metabolic efficiency of amputees and providing them an option of choosing the walking speed that is comfortable for them.

    Continue Reading »

    Aldebaran’s NAO on European Tour

    Aldebaran’s NAO on European Tour

    Aldebaran’s NAO, a humanoid robot, is currently travelling through Europe showcasing its latest achievement, the ability to charge itself.

    Continue Reading »

    iRobot Launches Unmanned Underwater Vehicle with Improved Payload Capabilities

    iRobot Launches Unmanned Underwater Vehicle with Improved Payload Capabilities

    iRobot has launched the latest version of Seaglider UUV, which can be outfitted with a bigger set of fairings. The latest version supports payloads of higher volumes and weight.

    Continue Reading »

    RIO Robotic Arm Interactive Orthopedic System Available for Total Hip Arthroplasty

    RIO Robotic Arm Interactive Orthopedic System Available for Total Hip Arthroplasty

    MAKO surgical system has launched the RIO robotic arm interactive orthopaedic system in the market for aiding MAKOplasty total hip arthroplasty and total hip replacement procedures.

    Continue Reading »