Motion Control Blog

Low Friction Counterbalance Increases Performance, Lowers Cost In Metrogoly Equipment

2008-07-04T15:43:00.000-07:00

Airpot Corporation announces a specially designed long length (up to 1 meter) Airpel Anti-Stiction actuator that meets the needs of coordinate measuring machine and other metrology device manufacturers for a low friction counterbalance device to allow smooth movement and precise positioning of the z-axis measuring arm while manipulating the device through its measurement range.

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Powerful High Speed Brushless 16 mm DC Micromotors With Speeds Of Up To 60,000 rpm!

2008-07-01T15:43:00.001-07:00

Maxon’s EC16 is a brushless DC motor with a diameter of only 16mm, a length of 56mm and a power rating of 40 Watt!

The speed range of this fast running motor is from 0 to 60,000 rpm. Lower speeds and a corresponding high torque can be implemented with a planetary gear from the maxon modular system. Brushless DC motors need the information of the actual rotor position for the electronic commutation of the three phases. With the available motor, the proven concept to separate the control magnet from the main magnet has been applied.

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Off-The-Shelf, Low Cost, High Precision Linear Positioning Stages From LM76

2008-07-01T15:33:00.000-07:00

New “Slipstream” Series 1 linear stages are available from LM76, Inc.! These low cost, ready-to-run, compact linear stages feature 0.2 mm/300 mm accuracy and 0.1 mm repeatability. Available in travel lengths to 6 meters these easy to install precision stages have “T-Slots” on three sides for installation and/or accessories. The “Slipstream” linear stages are ideal for: Robotics, pick-and-place, assembly, packaging, sampling, testing and other precision positioning applications.

Motor options for “Slipstream” linear stages include a NEMA 23 Stepper, and a 100 W or 200 W servo-motor with encoder. Motors can be mounted on the left or right side and a fail-safe brake is available as an option. Mounting configurations include: X, Y, and Z axes, and gantries.

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Fiber Optic Rotary Encoder for MRI and other Extreme Electromagnetic Environments!

2008-07-01T15:26:00.000-07:00

Micronor's new TD5207 non-metallic fiber optic rotary encoder is designed specifically for use in motion control systems operating in extreme electromagnetic fields. Medical diagnostic and research applications include MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) or NMR tomography (nuclear magnetic resonance) imaging systems. Industrial applications include electromagnetic phase or similar separation processes. The encoder also serves as the control feedback for pneumatic or hydraulic drive systems purposely operated in these same extreme environments and applications.

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At The Right Place At The Right time, Maxon Motor Launches A New Intelligent Positioning Controller

2008-04-11T17:41:00.000-07:00

Fall River, MA -- A 2nd generation of the family of intelligent positioning controllers EPOS (Easy to use POSitioning System) is already emerging. EPOS2 is the name of the new product from the maxon motor control range - a digital positioning controller designed to control brush and brushless DC motors with encoder.

Maxon EPOS positioning controllers are the ideal choice for applications that require decentralized drive intelligence. These modular digital positioning controllers, based on CANopen standard, cover a performance range from 1 – 700 watts. They can operate in position, speed and current control mode, and can be configured to operate with both DC and EC motors, depending on software commands. A variety of operating modes means that they can be used flexibly in every kind of drive system in automation technology and mechatronics.

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NEW, LOW COST, HIGH PERFORMANCE BRUSH AND BRUSHLESS SERVO MOTORS DESIGNED FOR LOW TORQUE RIPPLE

2008-04-10T17:35:00.000-07:00

San Luis Obispo, CA - Trust Automation, Inc. has introduced a new series of brushed servos and two series of brushless servos that can lower the cost of new or existing applications, and improve the performance of an existing application. The integration into an existing application is easy as each motor has been designed as a, “Drop-in-Replacement.“ Additionally, each series of servo motors has been engineered to reduce torque ripple for smooth operation. Integral encoder, brake, and tachometer options make these brushed and brushless servos ideal for: Robotics, machine tools, medical equipment, assembly, and packaging applications.

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High Resolution Analog Output Encoder for Harsh Environments

2008-03-23T13:03:00.000-07:00

Newbury Park, CA – Micronor's new ENA361M (hollow shaft) and ESA361M (solid shaft) series High Resolution Analog Output Encoders provide 12-bit resolution with choice of analog output – ideal for high reliability and high precision industrial automation and process control applications. The units are extremely rugged with high levels of shock (>500g) and vibration (>30g) resistance. The products can be used in outdoor applications over wide temperature ranges and fluctuations (-40/+85C) and protected against humidity and condensation. Standard units are IP67 sealed with IP69K option available for use in high temperature/high pressure wash down applications.

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High Acceleration, Linear Voice Coil Actuators

2008-03-07T15:46:00.000-08:00

Valencia, CA - An expanded series of non commutated, linear Voice Coil actuators has been introduced by H2W Technologies, Inc. Voice Coil or Moving Coil linear actuators from H2W Technologies, which are capable of producing in excess of 20 g's of acceleration, are available in stroke lengths from .05 in. (1.3 mm) to 3.00 in. (76.2 mm). Direct drive, Voice Coil, linear actuators feature low electrical and mechanical time constants and provide smooth, hysteresis-free motion over their entire speed range, including very low speeds. Voice Coil linear actuators are ideal for positioning applications such as laser beam steering mirrors, optical scanning, tracking, stabilizing, pointing and aiming, hermetically sealed cryo-cooler actuators, pumps, valve actuation, medical instruments and semiconductor manufacturing equipment.

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Igus Unveils Micro Speed-E-Chain For Fast, Compact Energy Supply To Storage And Retrieval Systems

2008-03-04T12:53:00.000-08:00

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. - Igus® Inc., the leading developer of Energy Chain® cable carriers, Chainflex® continuous-flex cables and iglide® plastic bearings, today unveiled its latest Energy Chain System®, micro Speed-E-Chain for storage and retrieval systems. New micro Speed-E-Chain is a space-saving, compact system for rack control devices that operates safely and silently at high speeds. It complements the company’s larger protective guide-trough offering, formerly known as LBT Flizz and now called Speed-E-Chain.

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Custom, Low Cost - 0.9O NEMA 14 Steppers for OEMs!

2008-03-04T12:38:00.000-08:00

Santa Clara, CA - Source Engineering, Inc. (SEI) has introduced a low cost, series of custom 0.9 degree NEMA 14 steppers for OEMs. The 0.9 degree step angle assures smooth operation even at low speed. Specifiers can custom design a SEI 0.9 degree hybrid stepper to meet the performance requirements of a new project or to increase performance and reduce cost of an existing application. By specifying the motor length, windings, and mountings these steppers can be configured to provide the torque and performance required, and be easily integrated into the application. Applications include: Printers and plotters, X-Y tables, medical instruments, scanners, security camera positioning, office equipment, index tables, and robotics.

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New, Linear Guide Systems Move 1200 Lb. Loads At Speeds Of 30 Feet Per-Second!

2008-03-04T12:23:00.000-08:00

E. Longmeadow, MA – Two new series of high speed, low cost, compact linear guide systems called, “Speed Guides,TM” have been introduced by LM76. The Speed Demon OSG type and Speed Demon SG type linear guide systems are designed for speeds up to 10 m/sec. (32.8 ft/sec.), accelerations to 50 m/sec.2 and loads up to 5600 N. (1259 lbs.). These quiet, low profile guide systems are ideal for: High speed assembly and sorting operations, pick and place robots, industrial, office, and packaging machines, vacuum applications, and medical equipment (including patient care devices).

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High Speed, Sub-micron Positioning, Voice Coil Stages

2008-03-03T13:52:00.001-08:00

Sunnyvale, CA, - Sub-micron, 150 nanometer (5.91 10-6 in.) positioning resolution, voice coil stages are compact, can be used as a horizontal or vertical axis, and are low cost. The high speed, 10 mm (0.394 in.) travel, Equipment Solutions’, VCS-10H Voice Coil Stage features an integrated non-contact optical and/or digital position feedback sensor for 200 nanometer (7.87 10-6 in.) repeatability. The low moving mass, voice coil stage is ideal for: Optical focusing and testing, scanning microscopy, medical, semiconductor, circuit board assembly, and micro manufacturing and machining applications.

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Piezo Motor Family Drives Applications From MicroMo and the Faulhaber Group

2008-02-18T10:50:00.000-08:00

Clearwater, Florida - MicroMo Electronics, Inc. announces the addition of a family of linear and rotary piezo motors to its product offering. The simple, cost-effective, robust designs meet the needs of applications from consumer electronics to metrology instrumentation.

The Piezo LEGS® and PiezoWAVE™ motor lines eliminate common problems and offer new possibilities. Interfacing piezo-electric material directly with the output drive allows backlash-free positioning down to nanometer or microradian resolution.

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Ultra Motion's Interactive Web Site Lets You Build A Motion Control Linear Actuator And Evaluate The Performance

2008-02-14T15:51:00.000-08:00

Cutchogue, NY -- Specifiers of precision motion control linear actuators will benefit from the new interactive Web site launched by Ultra Motion, who specializes in the rapid delivery of custom, high precision linear actuators. By going on-line to http://www.ultramotion.com and selecting a motor and lead screw for the “Digit” series of linear actuators, or motor, lead screw, and belt-drive-ratio (1:1, 2:1, 3:1, 4:1, and 5:1) for the “Bug” series, a Force/Speed Curve is generated. Being able to configure an actuator and evaluate it’s performance on-line saves time and takes the guesswork out of specifying an actuator to meet the requirements of an application.

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Low Cost, High Performance, "Industry Standard," Linear Stepper Motor Features 1 Micron Resolution from H2W Technologies

2008-02-14T15:25:00.000-08:00

A low cost, high performance, 2-phase, linear stepper motor from H2W Technologies with 1 micron [0.00004 in.] resolution is designed for easy integration into new and existing applications. This, compact, industry standard, “5 lb. Linear Stepper” travels at 80 in/sec. [2 m/sec.], can operate in any axis, and features 1 G acceleration. It is the ideal choice for: New and existing pick-and-place, wire bonder, parts transfer, fiber optic, semiconductor, and other precision robotic applications.

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