Air Bearing Multi-axis Positioning Systems
from PI (Physik Instrumente) L.P.
A new compact automated multi-axis alignment stage with controller, powerful algorithms, and software was introduced by PI at the recent Photonics West and OFC (Optical Fiber Communication) conferences in California. This novel, ultra-compact 3-DOF stage is based on friction-free air bearings and... [See More]
- Bearing Type: Air Bearing
- Carriage Load: 0.5511
- Axis Configuration: X-Y-Z Axes
from PI (Physik Instrumente) L.P.
300x300 to 500x1000mm XY travel. 10kg load. Absolute encoders, 1nm resolution. Z-Stage options: linear motors or ball screws. Dynamic error mapping. 2m/sec max velocity (cross axis) [See More]
- Bearing Type: Air Bearing
- Stroke or X-Axis Travel: 11.81
- Axis Configuration: X-Y Axes; X-Y-Z Axes
- Y-Axis Travel: 19.69
from PI (Physik Instrumente) L.P.
For applications that require smooth, precise, linear motion, the PIglide RB series linear air bearings are right for you. These bearings can easily replace ball bearing and crossed roller bearing slides, and are simple to integrate and use. They offer better straightness, angular deviation, and... [See More]
- Bearing Type: Air Bearing
- Stroke or X-Axis Travel: 1.97 to 39.37
- Axis Configuration: X-Y Axes
- Y-Axis Travel: 1.97 to 39.37
from PI (Physik Instrumente) L.P.
A-523 is an air bearing Z tip/tilt stage with direct drive. Designed as a parallel-kinematic multi-axis system, the platform can be used for Z and tip/tilt motion. This stage offers ultra-precision in miniature format. The combination of the noncontact components results in a frictionless motion... [See More]
- Bearing Type: Air Bearing
- Z-Axis Travel: 0.0984
- Axis Configuration: Tip/Tilt Axes
- Carriage Load: 17.64
from PI (Physik Instrumente) L.P.
The PIglide MTT series of manual alignment tabletops can manually adjust a payload mounted to a rotary air bearing in four degrees of freedom, allowing alignment of the payload to the bearing ’s axis of rotation. Adjustments can be made in two linear orthogonal directions (X and Y) and in two... [See More]
- Bearing Type: Air Bearing
- Stroke or X-Axis Travel: 0.1181
- Axis Configuration: X-Y Axes; Tip/Tilt Axes
from H2W Technologies
This is a high force, high acceleration, voice coil driven, closed loop XY positioning stage with air bearings system. This minimizes the amount of friction as well as the pitch, yaw, and roll in the system. The stage is driven by three NCC moving coil type linear actuators and is guided by parallel... [See More]
- Bearing Type: Air Bearing
- Stroke or X-Axis Travel: 0.8000
- Axis Configuration: X-Y Axes
- Y-Axis Travel: 0.8000
from Aerotech, Inc.
Design Features. Large clear aperture. Full preload on all axes. Dual linear-motor-driven X and Y axes. Noncontact linear encoder for high accuracy [See More]
- Bearing Type: Air Bearing
- Stroke or X-Axis Travel: 9.84
- Axis Configuration: X-Y Open Frame
- Y-Axis Travel: 9.84
from ABTech, Inc.
ABTech ’s precision air bearing linear stages address the motion needs for a full range of part sizes and weights. Built for the most demanding applications, every stage provides ultra-smooth motion, sub-micron accuracy and absolute repeatability. Designed and manufactured in-house to... [See More]
- Bearing Type: Air Bearing; Dovetail Slide (optional feature)
- Motor Type: DC Brushless Servo
- Drive Type: Direct Drive
from H2W Technologies
Features: - Single Plane XY configuration. - Non-contact Air Bearing (Flat Air Bearing). - Frictionless Motion. - No Wearing Parts. - Low Velocity Ripple. - Large Granite Base for Stability. - Two axis of coordinated motion. - Optical Switch Home [See More]
- Bearing Type: Air Bearing
- Stroke or X-Axis Travel: 1.6
- Axis Configuration: X-Y Axes
- Y-Axis Travel: 1.6
from Aerotech, Inc.
Design Features. 450 mm wafer compatible. Full preload on all axes. Dual linear-motor-driven Y axes. Travel to 1.2 meter by 1.2 meter. Linear encoder or laser interferometer feedback. Active yaw control [See More]
- Bearing Type: Air Bearing
- Stroke or X-Axis Travel: 11.81 to 47.24
- Axis Configuration: X-Y Open Frame
- Y-Axis Travel: 11.81 to 47.24
from ABTech, Inc.
ABTech ’s line of precision oil hydrostatic bearing linear stages address the motion needs for a full range of part sizes and weights. Built for the most demanding applications, oil hydrostatic fluid film bearings provide high load capacity and extreme stiffness. Every stage provides... [See More]
- Bearing Type: Air Bearing; Dovetail Slide (optional feature)
- Motor Type: DC Brushless Servo
- Drive Type: Direct Drive
from H2W Technologies
Features: - Non-contact Porous Carbon Air Bearings (Flat Air Bearing). - Frictionless Motion. - No Wearing Parts. - Low Velocity Ripple. - Split XY configuration. - Built on rigid aluminum extrusion frame. - Shelf to place system electronics. - Two axis of coordinated motion. - Protective Bellows [See More]
- Bearing Type: Air Bearing
- Stroke or X-Axis Travel: 14
- Axis Configuration: X-Y Axes
- Y-Axis Travel: 36
from Aerotech, Inc.
Design Features. 450 mm wafer compatible. Maximize throughput with 2 m/s scan velocity and 5 g acceleration. Faster turnaround and minimized settling times. Active yaw control. Linear encoder or laser interferometer feedback. Travel to 1.2 m by 1.2 m [See More]
- Bearing Type: Air Bearing
- Stroke or X-Axis Travel: 19.69
- Axis Configuration: X-Y Open Frame
- Y-Axis Travel: 19.69
from H2W Technologies
Features: - Non-contact air bearing operation. - Excellent flatness and straightness specifications. - Lowest velocity ripple. - No wearing parts. - Cable carriers to route payload cables. - Granite bridge to support vertical and rotary axis. - Four axis of coordinated motion [See More]
- Bearing Type: Air Bearing
- Stroke or X-Axis Travel: 10
- Axis Configuration: X-Y-Z Axes
- Y-Axis Travel: 10
from Aerotech, Inc.
Design Features. Air bearings for ultra-smooth motion. All axes are fully preloaded. Dual linear-motor-driven lower axis. Travel to 1 m x 1 m. Options include Z axis, vibration isolation, machine base and control enclosure [See More]
- Bearing Type: Air Bearing
- Stroke or X-Axis Travel: 9.84 to 39.37
- Axis Configuration: X-Y Open Frame
- Y-Axis Travel: 9.84 to 39.37
from Aerotech, Inc.
Design Features. Advanced silicon-carbide structure for high-dynamics and ultra-precise motion performance. Speeds to 1.5 m/s and accelerations to 5 g. Proprietary reaction-mass design enables fast turnaround and move-and-settle times. Active and passive isolation system options. Encoder or laser... [See More]
- Bearing Type: Air Bearing
- Stroke or X-Axis Travel: 17.72
- Axis Configuration: X-Y Axes
- Y-Axis Travel: 17.72