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.
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3D Stages for Tomography
XYZ-Linear Stages for Industrial Applications
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.
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.
XYZ Laser Processing Stage
XY Air Bearing + Mechanical Z
- 100x100mm to 300x400mm XY travel
- 25mm Z-travel
- High-performance motion controller
- Optional LCM laser control module
F-143 Air Bearing Multi-Axis Alignment System
High Performance Controller and Alignment Algorithms
- Zero-wear, air bearing-based, compact, photonics alignment platform
- Controller with embedded high-speed algorithms for out-of-the-box alignment and tracking
- Open-source LabVIEW code and host programming libraries for easy development
- Non-contact linear motors on all axes enabling higher-throughput and lifetime
- 25mm travel, 1nm resolution, XY and XYZ configurations
- Integrated brake and non-contact counterbalance on the vertical axis
- Optional high-performance power meter
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
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
