Advantages:
Flatness | ± 0.0005 in/ft | ± 42 micron/meter |
Straightness | ± 0.0005 in/ft | ± 42 micron/meter |
Accuracy* | ± 0.0002 in/ft | ± 33 micron/meter |
Repeatability* | ± 0.0002 in | ± 5 micron |
Load Capacity | 100 lbs | 45 kg |
Required Electronics:
The motor requires a 3 phase brushless amplifier with power supply, that is rated with sufficient current and voltage to meet the motion requirements. The inductance of the linear motor coil should be greater than the minimum load inductance of the servo amplifier. A programmable motion controller is required to close the position loop on the system.
Environmental Considerations:
The stage is a precision device with sensitive components, it should not be mounted in an environment that is wet or excessively dirty. The optical encoder scale is open and it should be kept free of debris in order to operate properly. The stationary magnetic assembly is highly magnetic, it should not be placed in an area where loose steel particles can be drawn towards the open magnetic surfaces. The stage must not be mounted in an environment with high ambient temperatures.
Mounting:
The stage should be mounted to flat and stiff surface. Counter bored thru holes are present in the stage to allow for the mounting of the stage to the customers system. The moving table assembly has threaded holes on the top surface for attaching the payload. The stage may be mounted in any orientation. When mounting the stage with the table moving vertical, it should be noted that the stage will be required to generate additional force due to gravity and that the stage will slide down to the bottom hard stop when power fails.
Maintenance:
The cross roller bearings in the stage should be periodically lubricated with the manufacturers recommended grease. The open glass encoder scale should be wiped with a glass cleaner occasionally to ensure trouble free operation.