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M3-LS Linear Smart Stage

All-in-one USB micro stage

 All-in-one smart module: no separate electronics

- Runs directly from USB adapter

- USB, I2C or SPI interface

 Small size: less than 29 x 20 x 10 mm

 High resolution: 0.5

m

 Absolute encoding: no homing

 Long stroke: 6 mm

 Low power use: 3.3 V DC input, < 0.75 W when moving

 High repeatability and low runout

Unmatched precision, stability and ease of use

The M3-LS Linear Smart Stage is a direct-drive, high-precision

micro stage built for fast, simple integration into miniature OEM

systems. All drive electronics are integrated right into the

compact stage housing – no external board needed!

The piezo-driven stage has 0.5

m resolution for precise, repeat-

able positioning of optics, probes, sensors and more. Absolute

encoding removes the need to home the stage on power-up,

eliminating errors and disruptions in processes and experiments.

The unique linear slide has uniform and very low friction, even

under high direct loads and side loads. Six ball bearings in a

kinematic “v” guide-way eliminate cage creep and friction spike

problems common in other micro stages.

The M3-LS has high stiffness and lateral stability, no backlash,

and less than10

m runout over its full travel range.

Direct input via USB, I2C or SPI

The stage accepts simple high-level motion commands via

standard serial interface. Use the USB adapter to power and

control multiple stages from a single New Scale Pathway™

software screen. Use the intuitive script generator to easily

create command sequences for automated operations.

The M3-LS stage can also be driven directly from your system

processor via standard I

2C or SPI interface.

Low power for hand-held systems

The M3-LS Linear Smart Stage needs only 3.3 V DC and uses

less than 0.75 W typical when moving. It can be powered by USB

or standard batteries. The integrated piezo motor holds position

without using power. The internal electronics can be switched to

sleep mode for extreme low-power applications.

The M3-LS Linear Smart Stage is an

ultra-compact positioning stage with high

resolution, low power use and absolute

encoding. All electronics are built into the

stage for simple system integration.

Control the stage using high-level motion

commands via USB, I2C or SPI interface.

APPLICATIONS

 Hand-held and mobile instruments

 Battery-powered instruments

 Portable medical devices

 Miniature microscopes

 Spectroscopy

 Micro assembly

 Biomedical probing & sampling

 High-resolution tuning systems

 Targeting systems

 UAV/UGV controls and optics

 Miniature camera systems

New Scale Pathway™ software with

easy-to-use graphical interface. Control

multiple smart stages from one PC

screen, or develop your own code using

the intuitive scripting tool.

SMALL, PRECISE, SMART … IN MOTION