Microscope stages and platforms are pieces of equipment designed to secure and position a specimen for microscopy. These stages can either be position manually or are motorized. Motorized microscope stages precisely and automatically position specimens along two separate horizontal axes (X and Y) under a microscope. It is because of this that these models are also referred to as motorized XY stages. Those with 3-axes of movement are referred to as XYZ stages.
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| Company | Applied Scientific Instrumentation | Applied Scientific Instrumentation |
| Item | Automated XYZ Gantry Translation Stage | FTP-2000 Focusing Translation Platform |
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| Catalog Number | Inquire | FTP-2000 |
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| Travel | XY-axis: 380 x 380 mm, Z-axis: 100 mm | 120 x 75 mm |
| Resolution | Inquire | XY-axis: 22 nm, Z-axis: 50 nm |
| Max. Speed | XY-axis: 100 mm/sec, Z-axis: 7 mm/sec | XY-axis: 7 mm/sec, Z-axis: 1.6 mm/sec |
| Drive Mechanism | Precision Bearing Guide | Crossed-roller Slides, High-precision Lead Screw and Zero-backlash DC Servomotors |
| Long Term Stability | Inquire | Inquire |
| Max. Load | Inquire | 5 kg |
| Description | 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 | 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
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