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Compact Hexapod for Demanding 6-Axis Alignment Applications
High-Performance Motion for Tight Spaces
Despite its compact size, this 6-DOF hexapod offers impressive performance:
- Velocity: Up to 20 mm/s
- Minimum incremental motion: 0.08 µm
- Repeatability: ±0.06 µm
- Travel range: ±17 mm (linear), ±21° (rotational)
- Payload capacity: Up to 5 kg
- Lifetime rating: Up to 20 million motion cycles
- Vacuum-compatible versions available (down to 10⁻⁶ hPa)
Engineered for reliability and endurance, the system ensures precise positioning and alignment over extended operating times, supporting 24/7 usage in industrial and scientific settings.
Seamless Integration and Intuitive Control
PI’s dedicated hexapod controller offers effortless integration and user-friendly control of the parallel-kinematic platform. All target positions are defined in Cartesian coordinates, enabling easy implementation into complex systems. Both the reference coordinate system and the center of rotation can be conveniently configured through intuitive software tools. A workspace simulation feature allows users to visualize and optimize motion paths before deployment, further simplifying integration.
Scalable Production, Reliable Delivery and Proven Product Quality
PI’s advanced manufacturing facilities provide scalable production capacity for hexapod systems, allowing flexible adaptation to customer demands. Our state-of-the-art factory leverages automation, digitalization, lean processes, and ergonomic design to ensure:
- Consistently high product quality
- Reliable and fast delivery times
- Flexible order fulfillment with short lead times
Each PI hexapod undergoes comprehensive final testing and precision measurement to ensure it meets or exceeds guaranteed performance specifications—so you can count on long-term reliability and immediate productivity gains.
For more information, refer to:
H-811 - COMPACT HEXAPOD WITH SHORT LEADTIME
About PI
PI is a global leader in high-precision motion control, nanopositioning, and piezo technology. Our solutions empower innovation across key markets including photonics, semiconductors, aerospace, precision automation, microscopy, and life sciences.