August 25, 2006 -- PI (Physik Instrumente) L.P. - a leading manufacturer of nanopositioning and precision motion-control equipment for photonics, nanotechnology, semiconductor and life science applications - offers the improved F-206.S, 6-axis nano-alignment system which provides high resolution 6D motion, a user programmable pivot point and powerful alignment software at a very competitive price.
Typical Applications
Nanomanipulation (Life Sciences), Nanotechnology, MEMS Alignment, Micro-Machining, Photonics Alignment & Packaging, Collimator / Array Alignment, Optical Device Testing, Semiconductor Handling Systems, Microsurgery,
Features & Advantages
Compact, Six-Axis Parallel-Kinematics Nano-Alignment System
Only one Common Moving Platform: Lower Inertia, Faster Response & Settling
Programmable Pivot Point: Fully Virtualized Center of Rotation
Powerful 6-Axis-Digital Controller with Alignment Routines & LabView(TM) Drivers: Significantly Reduces User's Programming Efforts
Very Precise: Backlash-Free Flexure Joints, 0.033 µm Actuator Resolution
No Moving Cables: Reduced Friction, Improved Reliability, Easy Integration
How does is the F-206 Differ from other Positioning & Alignment Systems?
The "parallel-kinematics" design with backlash-free flexure joints, a virtual pivot point and vector-based 6D motion-controller is what sets the F-206.S system apart from conventional "stacked" positioning tables. Due to the reduced moving mass (only one light-weighted common platform for all 6 actuators) the system can respond and settle much faster than conventional multi-axis motion systems. It is also considerably more compact and accurate than multi-axis stage stacks (serial kinematics). Its parallel-kinematics design and specialized digital 6D Hexapod controller minimizes unwanted crosstalk motion. The F-206.S hexapod comes with powerful alignment software, LabView(TM) drivers and DLLs.
Superior Flexibility Due to Programmable Virtual Pivot Point
The superior flexibility of the Micro-Hexapod is based on the virtual-pivot-point capability provided by its industry-class 6-degree of freedom controller. Since Hexapod motion is not determined by fixed bearings but rather by sophisticated, real-time, 6-space control algorithms, this point can be chosen freely with a single software command - a prerequisite for fast and accurate alignment tasks.
Automatic Optical Alignment
With an optional photometer card and powerful alignment software, the F-206.S aligns arrays, waveguides & collimators up to 10 times faster than conventional systems.
About PI
PI, a global, ISO 9001 certified market leader in the field of nanopositioning technology, has been developing and manufacturing standard, custom and OEM products with piezo and motor drives for 35+ years. PI is present worldwide with eight subsidiaries and total staff of 400+.
Company Information:
Name: Physik Instrumente (PI)
Address: 16 Albert St.
City: Auburn
State: MA
ZIP: 01501
Country: USA
Phone: 508-832-3456
FAX: 508-832-0506
http://www.pi-usa.us
