New Scale Technologies - M3-LS-U2-8 linear smart stage & developer kit
- Smart Stage: Embedded controller, no separate electronics
- Operate directly using I2C or SPI ASCII commands -or-
- Evaluate with Pathway™ PC Software and USB adapter
- Cost-effective, long-life: For high-volume production
- Small size: 32 x 32 x 10 mm
- High resolution: 0.5 μm with absolute encoding
- High speed: 35 mm/s
- Long stroke: 8 mm
- Power: 5 V DC input, ~ 3.2 W peak when moving
- High repeatability: (± 2 μm typical)
Precision, stability and ease of use for high volume product applications
The M3-LS-U2 Linear Smart Stage is a direct-drive, high precision micro stage built for fast, simple integration into miniature OEM systems. All drive and control functions are embedded into the compact stage assembly – no external electronics are needed!
The stage drive is a UTAF2 piezo motor combined with a 0.5 μm resolution sensor for precise, repeatable positioning of optics, probes, sensors and more. The piezo motor operates at 5 VDC. No high voltage boost is needed. Absolute encoding removes the need to home the stage on power-up, eliminating errors and disruptions in processes and experiments.
At 35 mm/sec it is 7x faster than other M3 Smart Stages.
The anodized aluminum stage uses linear ball bearing races with very low uniform friction. The bearings directly support the motor preload which creates a stable, precise and zero clearance guide system. The base is the maximum footprint required for installation in your product because the carriage moves within the total length of the base.
This smart stage is designed for long life and is ideal for embedding precision motion into high-volume products.
Digital Control and Pathway™ Software
The M3-LS-U2-8 Smart Stage can be driven directly via standard I2C or SPI serial protocols. The smart stage microprocessor accepts ASCII high-level motion instructions.
New Scale Pathway™ software and USB adapter enable PC control. Access all stage capabilities including settings, motion commands, performance diagnostics, and parameters stored in non-volatile memory. Use the intuitive script generator to create command sequences for automated operation.
Refer to "Datasheets & Downloads" for more specifications.
Applications
- DNA sequencing instruments
- Point-of-care diagnostic systems
- Portable spectroscopy instruments
- Biomedical probing & sampling
- Laser beam steering
- Miniature camera systems
- And much more
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M3-LS-U2-8 Specifications |
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Description |
High-speed Linear Smart Stage for high-volume applications: micro positioning stage with built-in controller |
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Travel Range (Stroke) |
8 mm |
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Dimensions |
32 x 32 x 10 mm including controller |
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Mass of Smart Stage (including controller) |
15 grams including controller (note 1) |
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Max Moving Mass (vertical) (note 2) |
5 grams payload mass recommended (note 3) |
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Max Moving Mass (sideways and horizontal) (note 2) |
20 grams payload mass recommended (note 3) |
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Force (operating) |
>= 0.3 N holding force >= 0.1 N bidirectional |
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Speed (at operating force) |
35 mm/s |
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Duty Cycle |
50% max recommended (note 8) |
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Resolution |
0.5 μm with absolute encoding |
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Bi-directional Repeatability |
± 5 μm |
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Accuracy |
± 10 μm |
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Input Power (note 4) |
5 VDC (4.75 V to 5.5 V) ~3.2 W peak at max speed and force ~0.35 W quiescent |
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Static Parallelism |
< 30 μm |
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Run-out |
< 10 μm |
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Pitch and Yaw |
< 1 mrad |
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Absolute Max Load |
see data sheet |
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Linear Slide Features |
Linear ball bearing races |
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Relative Humidity |
< 70% |
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Operating Temperature (note 5) |
-30 °C to +70 °C |
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Storage Temperature |
-40 °C to +80 °C |
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Lifetime |
50 km travel (Note 6) |
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Compliance |
RoHS / CE pending |
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Controller |
Embedded |
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Control Interface |
Directly via I2C or SPI serial interface Indirectly via USB adapter to PC |
Note 1: For the M3-LS-U2-8 smart stage, moving mass of the stage carriage without payload is ~6 grams
Note 2: Higher moving mass is possible but affects performance and lifetime
Note 3: For the M3-LS-U2-8 smart stage, torque due to gravity of the payload calculated from center point (see the coordinates in the data sheet PDF) on the carriage is recommended to be within 1.5 Nmm. Also recommend center of gravity of the payload above the carriage surface to be <=15 mm.
Note 4: Power depends on input voltage, speed and load
Note 5: Speed and force reduced at lower temperatures within the range
Note 6: Tested horizontally, with 20 grams load offset 8.75 mm at reverse position
Note 7: Corresponds to 10 million moves with an average random move of 120 µm. Lifetime depends on the application and use case. Please consult the factory to discuss your specific system design.
Note 8: A <50% duty cycle is recommended for operating at room temperature (25 °C or below) and mounting the stage on a surface with a good thermal conduction path to dissipate heat. Please consult NST for when operating at higher ambient temperatures.
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Screw mount RJ45 Ethernet connector for secure operation in industrial environments
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Comprehensive I/O functionality for simplified system integration
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Fully isolated experiment space for true 4K temperatures during probing
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Cryogenic positioners to provide large travel ranges without warming up the device
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Flexible thermal jumpers to ensure high thermal conductance and low mechanical transmission
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A soft vacuum bellows provides a compliant mounting interface for the cryocooler
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Quick release vacuum feedthroughs for easy configurability
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A large rectangular port for high signal capacity
See more Key Features in Specifications & Details tab
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Load-lock chamber: Cycle devices 10X faster in a cryogenic environment
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High-density electrical interface at cryogenic temperatures: More pins on the device enables more test structures to be probed with a single cooldown
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Low vibration: Stable contact with the device under test and enables low noise measurements
New Scale Technologies (NST)
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.
Our M3 micro mechatronic modules require only battery power and high-level digital commands to produce sub-micrometer precision movements. M3 smart stages are easy for customers to integrate into wearable, handheld, portable and battery-powered products to move very small optics, produce haptic feedback, and miniaturize complex instruments. For example, we use our M3 stages to create our multi-probe manipulator (MPM) system for electrophysiology.
New Scale Technologies uses ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 13485:2016 certified quality management systems.
Contact Details
New Scale Technologies Main Office
121 Victor Heights Parkway, Victor, NY 14564, USA
Phone: 585-924-4450
Email: nstsales@newscaletech.com
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