| Description | The FTP-2000 Focusing Translation Platform has been specifically designed to provide a high resolution, and highly repeatable, means of controlling the X, Y and Z position of the stage. The unit is ideal for use with fixed stage microscopes, or any application where ultra precise XYZ positioning is The FTP-2000 Focusing Translation Platform has been specifically designed to provide a high resolution, and highly repeatable, means of controlling the X, Y and Z position of the stage. The unit is ideal for use with fixed stage microscopes, or any application where ultra precise XYZ positioning is required. All axes derive their precise control through the use of closed-loop DC servomotors employing high-resolution rotary encoders for positioning feedback. By using closed-loop control of the stage position, there is no chance that the stage will become lost, as can occur with open-loop micro-stepped stages after a number of moves and direction changes. The FTP-2000 stage utilizes crossed-roller slides, a high-precision lead screw, and zero-backlash miniature geared DC servomotors for smooth and accurate motion. The microprocessor-controlled MS-2000 control unit provides for RS-232 and USB communication with a host computer.
Features - Closed-loop DC servo control of the X, Y, and Z-axes for precise positioning and highly repeatable focusing
- Wide dynamic speed range with XY joystick control
- Utilizes ASI's proven LS series linear positioners for Z axis control
- Z-axis clutch for easy switching between manual and motor-driven focus control
- Backlit LCD display shows X, Y, and Z coordinates
- "Zero" and "Home" button for simple stand-alone operations
- Compact ergonomic tabletop control unit size is 6"D x 9"W x 3"H (9 x 23 16½ cm)
- Microprocessor control with RS-232 serial and USB communications
- Proven operation with many popular software packages
... Read More | GTS-Series Gantry Translation Stages offer three precision closed-loop DC servo motor linear actuators available in a range of travels. The standard 15-inch unit, shown, allows 380 mm of travel in the X and Y coordinates and 100 mm (4”) of travel in the Z axis, with smaller and larger travel ranges GTS-Series Gantry Translation Stages offer three precision closed-loop DC servo motor linear actuators available in a range of travels. The standard 15-inch unit, shown, allows 380 mm of travel in the X and Y coordinates and 100 mm (4”) of travel in the Z axis, with smaller and larger travel ranges available. An optional fourth axis controls the zooming video microscope, shown, available with zoom ranges as high as 16X.
The units utilize precision bearing guide assemblies to provide smooth and accurate movement. The entire stage assembly is precisely machined to demanding tolerances to provide a standard XY resolution of less than 3 microns, with typical bi-directional repeatability better than 5 microns. The X and Y axes have a maximum travel speed of 100 mm (4”) per second in the standard configuration, with other speed options available.
The Z axis has a standard resolution of less than 0.1 microns, with typical bi-directional repeatability better than 1 micron. The Z axis has a maximum travel speed of 7 mm (1/4”) per second in the standard configuration, with other speed options available.
Linear encoder options are available on all axes to provide resolutions down to 10 nm, with typical repeatability better than 500 nm, and scale accuracy of ± 3 µm per length of scale.
The GTS can be custom configured with cameras and video microscopes with automated focusing and motorized zoom. A wide array of lighting options are available as well, including coaxial illuminators, ring lights, and the LED light box, shown, with variable intensity and uniform light distribution.
The large number of options available allows the unit to be easily configured for a wide variety of image acquisition, inspection, and 3D positioning and profiling applications.... Read More | LS linear stages provide sub-micron accuracy, deriving their precise control by using closed-loop DC servomotors and employing high-resolution rotary encoders for positioning feedback. An optional linear encoder can be added to the unit to provide even greater positioning accuracy.
The stages LS linear stages provide sub-micron accuracy, deriving their precise control by using closed-loop DC servomotors and employing high-resolution rotary encoders for positioning feedback. An optional linear encoder can be added to the unit to provide even greater positioning accuracy.
The stages utilize crossed-roller slides, precision lead-screws, and zero-backlash miniature geared DC servomotors for smooth and accurate motion. The units offer precise travel from 50 mm to 300 mm (2” to 12”). They can be used singly or stacked, vertically or horizontally, and can carry loads up to 4.5 Kg (10 lbs).... Read More | The PZ-2000FT XYZ stage has been specifically designed to provide a high resolution, and highly repeatable, means of controlling the X, Y, and Z position of the microscope stage. The XY axes derive their precise control through the use of closed-loop DC servomotors employing high-resolution rotary The PZ-2000FT XYZ stage has been specifically designed to provide a high resolution, and highly repeatable, means of controlling the X, Y, and Z position of the microscope stage. The XY axes derive their precise control through the use of closed-loop DC servomotors employing high-resolution rotary encoders for positioning feedback. By using closed-loop control for the stage position, there is no chance that the stage will become lost, as can occur with open-loop micro-stepped stages after a number of moves and direction changes. The XY stage utilizes crossed-roller slides, high-precision lead screws, and zero-backlash miniature geared DC servomotors for smooth and accurate motion. The top plate of the stage accepts standard K-size slide inserts that are available for any sample, i.e., slides, petrie dishes, multi-well plates, etc. The slide insert is moved in the Z-axis via a piezo element with a range of 150 µm with nanometer accuracy (300 µm & 500 µm range is also available). By moving the sample in the Z-plane, any objective can be used, eliminating twisting wires or needed spacers as required when a piezo element is put onto a single objective. The microprocessor-controlled MS-2000 control unit provides for RS-232 and USB communication with a host computer for control of the XYZ axis.
Features - Flat stage top allows easy placement of micromanipulators on either side
- Closed-loop control of the X, Y, and Z-axes for precise positioning and highly repeatable focusing
- Wide dynamic speed range with adjustable trapezoidal move profiles
- Smooth adjustable dual-range joystick control
- Backlit LCD display shows X, Y, and Z coordinates
- "Zero" and "Home" button for simple stand-alone operations
- Compact ergonomic tabletop control unit size is 6"D x 9"W x 3"H (9 x 23 x 16½ cm). Rack mount controller with stand-alone joystick is also available.
- Proven operation with many popular software packages
... Read More | The PZU-2000 XYZ stage has been specifically designed to provide a high resolution, and highly repeatable, means of controlling the X, Y, and Z position of the microscope stage. The XY axes derive their precise control through the use of closed-loop DC servomotors employing high-resolution rotary The PZU-2000 XYZ stage has been specifically designed to provide a high resolution, and highly repeatable, means of controlling the X, Y, and Z position of the microscope stage. The XY axes derive their precise control through the use of closed-loop DC servomotors employing high-resolution rotary encoders for positioning feedback. By using closed-loop control for the stage position, there is no chance that the stage will become lost, as can occur with open-loop micro-stepped stages after a number of moves and direction changes. The XY stage utilizes crossed-roller slides, high-precision lead screws, and zero-backlash miniature geared DC servomotors for smooth and accurate motion. The top plate of the stage accepts standard K-size slide inserts that are available for any sample, i.e., slides, petrie dishes, multi-well plates, etc. The slide insert is moved in the Z-axis via a piezo element with a range of 150 µm with nanometer accuracy (300 µm & 500 µm range is also available). By moving the sample in the Z-plane, any objective can be used, eliminating twisting wires or needed spacers as required when a piezo element is put onto a single objective. The microprocessor-controlled MS-2000 control unit provides for RS-232 and USB communication with a host computer for control of the XYZ axis.
Features - Closed-loop control of the X, Y, and Z-axes for precise positioning and highly repeatable focusing
- Wide dynamic speed range with adjustable trapezoidal move profiles
- Smooth adjustable dual-range joystick control
- Backlit LCD display shows X, Y, and Z coordinates
- "Zero" and "Home" button for simple stand-alone operations
- Compact ergonomic tabletop control unit size is 6"D x 9"W x 3"H (9 x 23 x 16½ cm)
- Proven operation with many popular software packages
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