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Abstract:
Precision positioning systems specialist Physik Instrumente (PI) LP recently introduced a new miniaturized, piezo-driven linear positioner - the Q-521. Joining PI’s existing Q-Motion linear and rotary positioning solutions product line, the ultra-compact Q-521 is only 21mm wide, and comes with travel ranges of 12mm, 22mm, and 32mm.

Compact, Low Cost, Accurate: Mini Positioning Stages, by PI

Auburn, MA | Posted on June 30th, 2015

Q-521 Ultra-Compact, Economical in Open and Closed-Loop
Several options are available for the Q-521 stage series, from economical open-loop designs, to low-cost closed-loop versions and high-end feedback sensors providing 1nm resolution.

Vacuum compatible stages, and UHV and a non-magnetic option are also offered.

Stick-Slip Gearless Cost-Efficient Drive System
Stick-slip drive motors, lacking gears, are powered by the natural difference in the static and dynamic friction coefficients found between two surfaces. This direct linear motion drive principle reduces the number of components that can wear, making the stages more compact, reliable and cost efficient. PI stages and drives can be customized for larger production quantities.

Self-Clamping at Rest, High Stability
The self-clamping motor design provides long-term power-off position-hold capabilities without the need for a brake -- another space and energy saving advantage of the Q-Motion positioner series.

More Information, Specifications and Datasheet:
http://www.pi-usa.us/products/Compact_Positioning_Stages/index.php?onl_prweb#StickSlip
Applications of the Q-Motion Miniature Linear Stages
Precision positioning and alignment of compact opto-mechanical components both in research and OEM instrumentation. Fields of application include photonics, bio-technology, nanotechnology, precision-optics, life-sciences and medical design.

Features & Advantages
Ultra Compact: 21x30x10mm (Closed-Loop Version)
Integrated Linear Encoder
1nm and 4nm Resolution Available
XY Configurations w/o Adapter Plate
12, 22, and 32mm Travel Range
10mm/sec Max. Velocity

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About PI (Physik Instrumente)
PI is a leading manufacturer of precision motion control equipment, piezo motors, air bearing stages and hexapod parallel-kinematics for semiconductor applications, photonics, bio-nano-technology and medical engineering. PI has been developing and manufacturing standard & custom precision products with piezoceramic and electromagnetic drives for 4 decades. The company has been ISO 9001 certified since 1994 and provides innovative, high-quality solutions for OEM and research. PI is present worldwide with eleven subsidiaries, R&D / engineering on 3 continents and total staff of 800+.

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