New Scale Technologies - M3-L linear module and developer's kit
- Small
- Complete, closed-loop system with embedded controls in less than 28 x 13.2 x 7.5 mm
- Precise
- 0.5 µm resolution
- 6 mm of travel
- Simple system integration
- High-level motion commands over standard serial interface (I2C or SPI)
- Flexible system, fast to market
- Rapidly configurable for push or pull motion
- Low voltage / low power use
- 3.3 V input, <500 mW power use
- Holds position when power is off
High resolution M3-L linear actuators
The M3-L is a miniature high-resolution positioning system with integrated driver and closed-loop control. It delivers 0.5 micron resolution at less than half the size and one-fourth the weight of comparable positioning systems.
This compact, powerful motion system helps OEM designers improve performance and reduce the size of instruments in a wide range of applications. It is ideal for precision tuning of photonics, microwave and RF systems. Defense applications include laser beam steering and targeting, UAV and UGV flight controls, and field-portable systems for biomedical and chemical detection and analysis. Medical applications include micro surgical devices and point-of-care systems.
The M3 micro-mechatronic module platform
M3-L module is built on New Scale’s M3 Micro-Mechatronic Module technology platform: the smallest, highest resolution and most repeatable closed-loop micro-mechatronic system available – all in an easily integrated, customizable package. The platform includes a patented SQUIGGLE® RV piezo micro motor, an NSD-2101 drive ASIC, an NSE-5310 high-resolution magnetic position sensor, a microprocessor and firmware. The modules operate on 3.3V input and accept simple high-level motion commands via standard serial interface
M3-L Developer’s Kits
M3-L Developer’s Kits offer convenience for initial evaluation, system development and integration into your prototype. Kits include an M3-L linear smart actuator and a USB adapter to convert motion commands from the New Scale Pathway™ PC software into SPI commands for the linear module. The Developer’s Kit module features both a bullet-nose tip for pushing and an eye-end for pulling
M3-L Linear Actuator Modules
New Scale offers standard and custom M3-L Linear Actuators. For custom module development, contact New Scale Technologies.
Integration and Stages
The M3-L is a linear actuator and requires careful attention to loading under static and dynamic conditions. For more information including integration guide and CAD file see https://www.newscaletech.com/downloads/please-register/
If you are developing or buying a translation stage to use with the M3-L actuator, consider the M3-LS Linear Smart Stage instead. This precision microstage has very high lateral stability, very low and uniform friction, and built-in absolute encoding. The actuator and controller are built into the stage for smallest size and optimal performance. See https://www.newscaletech.com/micro-motion-modules/m3- ls-linear-smart-stages/
Refer to "Datasheets & Downloads" tab for more specifications.
Applications
- High Resolution Tuning Systems
- Hand-Held Instrumentation
- Precision Photonics
- Targeting Systems
- UAV/UGV Controls and Optics
- Miniature Camera Systems
- Micro Surgical Devices
- Biomedical Inspection/Sampling
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Specifications |
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Travel Range |
6 mm |
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Max Module Dimensions |
28 x 13.2 x 7.5 mm including controller |
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Speed |
> 5 mm/s |
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Resolution |
0.5 μm |
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Linear Accuracy |
+/- 25 μm |
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Typical Operating Speed and Load |
5 mm/s at 0.15 N load |
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Maximum Load |
< 0.20 N |
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Maximum Recommended Mass |
5 grams |
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Digital Interface |
I2C or SPI |
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Input Voltage |
3.1 to 3.6 V |
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Input Power* |
< 0.5 Watts (5mm/s at 0.15N) < 0.2 Watts quiescent |
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Weight of Module (without tip) |
4.5 grams |
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Temperature |
5°C (lower possible; contact factory) to 70°C |
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Compliance |
CE / RoHS |
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Controller Interface |
Via USB adapter from PC or directly via I2C or SPI serial interface |
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Controller |
embedded |
* Power depends on input voltage, speed, and load.
More Product Information
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- IEEE-488 interface standard, RS-232
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- Embedded closed-loop controller
- No separate electronics needed
- 3.3 VDC input
- Accepts direct motion commands (I2C, SPI, or UART)
- Continuous 360° rotary motion
- Angular resolution ~21.9727 mdeg closed loop
- Built-in absolute position sensor
- Millisecond step and settle times
- 0.5 deg in 16 ms closed loop
- 0.5 deg in 1.2 ms open loop
- Holds position with zero power and no jitter
Resistance decade box designed for RTD and other resistance-based sensors' simulation. 0.1°C accuracy and 5W load capacity.
- Real resistors switched by relays
- Custom temperature scales
- No residual resistance
- 5 W load capacity
- Six different languages
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- Revolutionary technology advancement for wafer and die-level photonics probing
- Real-time in-situ calibrations
- Singulated die testing
- True die-level edge coupling
- In-situ power measurements
- Advanced calibration technologies
- Enables autonomous measurements
See "Specifications & Details" tab for more key features
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Type APS-H CMOS sensor
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IEEE 1588 PTP
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Power over Ethernet
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4.59 fps at full resolution
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Extended near-infrared (GT5120NIR) model
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GigE Vision interface with Power over Ethernet
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Screw mount RJ45 Ethernet connector for secure operation in industrial environments
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Supports cable lengths up to 100 meters (CAT-6 recommended)
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Trigger over Ethernet Action Commands allow for a single cable solution to reduce system costs
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Comprehensive I/O functionality for simplified system integration
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Planarity adjusted (PA) EF Lens Mount (option -18) for electronic control of aperture and autofocus
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Easy camera mounting via standard M3 threads at all sides and 1/4-20 tripod mounting hole
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Easy software integration with Allied Vision's Vimba Suite and compatibility to the most popular third party image-processing libraries.
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Enhanced Defect Pixel Correction feature with a new Defective Pixel List Manager tool that allows you to load different user defined defective pixel lists to match your application and optimize the life cycle of the camera
New Scale Technologies (NST)
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Embedded Motion Modules Make Great Products Smaller
Founded in 2002, NST develops, licenses and manufactures standard and customized embedded motion modules that fit on your fingertips. These include rotary and linear smart stages that incorporate our patented and proprietary technologies: SQUIGGLE® and UTAF piezoelectric ultrasonic motors, position sensors, precision bearings, drive and control circuits, and microprocessors with closed-loop firmware that connect to New Scale Pathway® PC software.
