The new PInano™ Z low-profile piezo Z stages are optimized for very fast
step and settle and easy integration into high-resolution microscope applications.
They feature a very low profile of 0.8" (20 mm), a large aperture, and
travel ranges of up to 200 µm with sub-nanometer closed-loop resolution-ideal
for leading-edge microscopy and imaging applications. Longest lifetime is guaranteed
by the integrated ceramic-encapsulated PICMA® piezo actuators. Due to the
significantly higher humidity resistance, the patented PICMA® design provides
up to 10 times longer life than conventional piezo actuators (see latest test
results at www.pi.ws/picma).
PInano™ series piezo positioning stages are designed to provide high
performance at minimum cost. For highly-stable, closed loop operation, piezoresistive
sensors are applied directly to the moving structure and precisely measure the
displacement of the stage platform. The very high sensitivity of these sensors
provides optimum position stability and responsiveness as well as nanometer
resolution. A proprietary servo controller significantly improves the motion
linearity compared to conventional piezoresistive sensor controllers.
Features & Advantages
- Extremely Fast Step & Settle, From 5 msec
- Low Profile for Easy Integration:
- 20 mm (0.8")
- 100 and 200 µm Travel Ranges
- Proprietary Technology: Outstanding Lifetime Due to PICMA® Piezo Ceramic
Stacks
- Cost-Effective Design due to Piezoresistive Sensors
- Compatible w/ Leading Image Acquisition Software Package
- Closed-Loop Control for High Repeatability and Accuracy
- USB Controller & Software Included
Application Examples
- 3D Imaging
- Scanning microscopy
- Laser technology
- Interferometry
- Metrology
- Biotechnology
- Micromanipulation