XYZ Linear Stages – Motorized Multi-Axis Precision Positioning Systems

XYZ translation stages (3-axis stages) provide precision multi-axis motion in 3 linear degrees of freedom. These positioning systems are often used in precision automation applications, in optics, micro-robotics, imaging and highly accurate mechanical assembly. All PI XYZ motorized positioning stages can be computer controlled with a variety of motion controllers, including simple bench top devices and advanced industrial controllers with EtherCat connectivity. 

PI provides multi-axis gantry solutions, X-Y-Z combinations assembled from individual linear stages and custom systems with custom bracketry and guaranteed orthogonality. 

Rotational axes can also be integrated, for 5 and 6-axis motion applications, hexapod parallel kinematic positioning systems are recommended.

Read articles:
3D Stages for Tomography
XYZ-Linear Stages for Industrial Applications

Custom Tuned, Aligned, and Corrected 2-Axis and 3-Axis Stage Assemblies

X-417 Scalable Integrated Multi-Axis Positioning System w/ Controller and Granite Base

The X-417 is a scalable positioning system / motion system with standardized integration levels including flexible travel ranges, payloads, mounting options, and accessories. Standard configurations include 2-axis and 3-axis stages with optional granite base, machine base, and custom tuned controller. Learn more on our engineered motion systems and granite-based motion systems.

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XY-Theta Stage Assemblies

Standard and custom XY-Theta stage assemblies are available for precision motion and automation applications. The picture above shows the 3-axis combination based on the low-profile V-508 linear stage and V-610 direct-drive Theta-Z stage on the left, a low-profile air bearing planar XY stage with an air bearing Theta-Z stage (center) and the high load V-817 linear translation stage based XYT-assembly for long-travel, industrial automation applications (right). Read our tech blog for detailed information on XY-Theta stages.

Low Profile XY-Theta and Z-Tip-Tilt Air Bearing Stages

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A-361 X-Y-θ Air Bearing Alignment Stage
Voice Coil Driven, Low Profile
  • 5mm x 5mm x 2° Travel
  • 40mm height, ø200mm
  • Air Bearings & Voice Coils
  • Parallel Kinematics
  • Lock-down Capable
  • 6-DOF Option
Z-Tip-Tilt Air Bearing Stage
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A-523 Z-Tip-Tilt Air Bearing Stage
Low Profile
  • ⌀250mm table
  • 8 kg load capacity
  • 5mm Z-stroke, to 2° tip/tilt
  • 10nm/0.06µrad incremental motion
  • 1nm sensor resolution

More Custom Multi-Axis Motion System Examples: Split Bridge Assemblies

XYZ Granite Motion System using V-508 linear stages in granite bridge counterbalance
Air Bearings mounted on granite bridge for XYZ motion
4-axis granite-based system with air bearings for beamline
Complete XYZ air bearing granite motion system with pneumatic counterbalances

XYZ Stages with Mechanical Bearings and Screw Drives or Linear Motor Drives

XY & XYZ Gantry Stages: Air Bearing + Mechanical Bearings

XYZ / Multi-Axis Stages with Mechanical Bearings and Piezo Motors

3-Axis Stages with Flexure Guides and Piezo Drives

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