We’ve incorporated our Tiny Picomotor™ actuators with our compact gothic-arch-bearing translation stages to achieve the ultimate in stability and rigidity along with remote-control operation—all in a compact package. When ordering specify which axis or axes you wish motorized with a “P” in the model number for Picomotor actuator, and “N” for manual micrometer. For instance, Model 9061-XY-PN is for a motorized X-axis and a manual Y-axis. All necessary clamps, brackets and base plates are included so that the stage can be used right out of the box.
These motorized stages offer stainless-steel construction, thumbscrew locks, and 5-mm travel ranges. They are ideal for demanding applications in the laboratory, OEM, or on the manufacturing floor. Gothic-arch bearings offer the smooth motion of ball bearings but high stiffness and repeatability. The unique gothic profile provides increased contact area so that the load and momentum are more evenly distributed.
To drive and control the Picomotor actuators, we offer driver kits which are sold separately. For example, the Model 8763-KIT three-axis iPico™ driver kit is equipped with a network controller and a driver for controlling up to three individual Picomotor actuators.
Please note that the Tiny Picomotor is only recommended for driving XY aixs of our Gothic arch bearing stages due to the lower force limit compared with our regular Picomotor.
Example Model Number: 9061-XYZ-PPN
9061-XYZ stage with Picomotor actuators integrated on X and Y axes and manual micrometer on Z axis.