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ORIC® Rotation Stage with Piezoelectric Inertia Drive


  • 360° Continuous Motorized Rotation
  • Piezo Inertia Drive Ideal for Set-and-Hold Applications
  • 20°/s Maximum Speed with 250 µrad Typical Step Size
  • Backlash-Free Operation

Mounting Ideas

Two options for mounting the rotation stage are shown here: horizontal mounting using ER cage rods and a UBP2 base plate (left) and vertical mounting on a Ø1/2ʺ post (right).

PDR1

Piezo Inertia Rotation Stage

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Key Specificationsa
Rotation Range 360° Continuous
Step Sizeb 250 µrad (Typical)
Step Size Adjustabilityc Up to 30%
Maximum Step Frequency 2 kHz
Maximum Speed
(Continuous Stepping)d		 20°/s (Typical)
Speed Variation Over
Travel Range (Average)d		 ±10% (Typical)
Horizontal Load Capacity 1 kg (2.2 lbs)
Vertical Load Torque Capacitye 15 mN•m
Holding Torque 25 mN•m
Wobble <200 µrad
Lifetimef >10 Billion Steps
Cable Lengthg 1 m (3.3 ft)
Operating Voltage 125 V (Max)
Required Controller KIM001 or KIM101
  • See the Specs tab for complete specifications. Measured using the KIM101 controller at frequencies below 2000 Hz, with a voltage setting of 85 V, and with the stage mounted on a surface with flatness ≤20 µm.
  • This can vary by 20% due to component variance, change of direction, and application conditions.
  • This is adjusted by changing the piezo drive voltage and frequency. See the KIM001 or KIM101 controller manual for more details.
  • Specified at 2 kHz Step Frequency
  • Assuming a 100 g (0.22 lbs) load extending 15 mm from the stage. A higher load or longer arm will increase the wobble and may lead to failure of the stage.
  • Driven by the KIM101 Controller Under 2000 Hz/85 V
  • The PAA101 1.5 m SMC extension cable and T5026 male-to-male SMC adapter can be used to extend the cable length.

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PDR1/M1ORIC Rotation Stage with Piezo Inertia Drive, Metric
PD1U/M18.5 mm Thick Adapter Plate for 20 mm Piezo Inertia Stage, Metric
PD1/M2ORIC 20 mm Linear Stage with Piezoelectric Inertia Drive, Metric
UBP2/M1Universal Base Plate, 65 mm x 65 mm x 10 mm, Metric
XY + rotation stage created by mounting a PDR1(/M) rotation stage on two PD1(/M) 20 mm travel linear stages. Two 5/16" (8 mm) long, 8-32 (M4 x 0.7) screws are required to mount the bottom PD1(/M) stage to the UBP2(/M) base.

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XY + Rotation Stage created by mounting two PD1(/M) linear stages on a PDR1(/M) rotation stage using the included accessories. Note that the cables from the PD1(/M) stages will limit the rotation in this configuration.

Features

  • Compact Stainless Steel Stage with Piezo Inertia Drive
  • Ideal for Applications Requiring High-Resolution Relative Positioning
  • SM05 (0.535"-40) Threaded Rotating Platform with Ø9.0 mm Clear Aperture
  • 30 mm Cage System Compatible
  • 8-32 (M4 x 0.7) Holes on Two Sides for Post Mounting
  • Stack with PD1(/M) Linear Stages to Create XY + Rotation Configurations (See Images at Right)
  • Requires KIM001 or KIM101 Piezo Inertia Controller (Sold Separately Below)

Thorlabs' ORIC® Piezoelectric Inertia Drive Rotation Stage provides stable, open-loop piezo-controlled rotary motion in a compact package. It is capable of 360° of continuous rotation at speeds up to 20°/s and with a typical step size of 250 µrad. As the step size is dependent on the load and the drive voltage, it can be further adjusted by changing the rise and fall voltages used to control the stage. In addition to continuous long-term stepping, the stage can also be used in a rotate-and-hold mode, with a holding torque of 25 mN•m.

Mounting Features
The compact 1.57" x 1.57" x 0.71" (40.0 mm 40.0 mm x 18.0 mm) PDR1(/M) stage can be mounted vertically or horizontally. Ø6 mm through holes at each corner accept ER cage rods, allowing the rotation stage to be incorporated into a 30 mm cage system. The rods are secured in place with 5/64" (2.0 mm) hex setscrews. Additionally, two sides of the stage each have one 8-32 (M4 x 0.7) tapped hole for mounting to a Ø1/2" post.

The bottom of the stage has two 8-32 (M4 x 0.7) tapped holes spaced 1" (25.0 mm) apart that can be used to mount the stage to a flat, even surface or to a PD1(/M) linear stage when constructing an XY + rotation configuration. Note that when mounting the stage using these holes, the mounting surface must have a flatness of ≤20 µm.

The top plate of this piezoelectric inertia drive stage features four 8-32 (M4 x 0.7) holes and four holes for Ø2 mm dowel pins that can be used for mounting components or a PD1(/M) linear stage. SM05 (0.535"-40) internal threads in the center of the top plate surround a Ø9 mm (0.35") bore through the center of the stage, enabling applications that require an optical path to pass through the body of the stage.

XY + Rotation Stage
The PDR1(/M) rotation stage can be combined with two PD1(/M) linear stages to create an XY + rotation stage (see the photos to the right). In one configuration, the PDR1(/M) stage is mounted on top of the PD1(/M) stages using a PD1U Adapter Plate. Alternatively, a PD1(/M) linear stage can be mounted directly to the rotating platform of the PDR1(/M) stage using two dowel pins and 5.3 mm long, 8-32 (M4 x 0.7) cap screws [both included with the PDR1(/M) stage]. Note that in this configuration, rotation will be limited by the wires connected to the PD1(/M) linear stages.

Required Controller
A KIM001 Single-Channel or KIM101 Four-Channel K-Cube Piezo Inertia Motor Controller, available below, is required to operate these stages; the piezo inertia drives cannot be driven using a standard piezo controller. The KIM101 controller must be the 2019 or newer version and have firmware revision 010004 or higher installed. Earlier versions of the this controller or those with older firmware will not function properly and may cause failure of the stage and/or the controller. The previous-generation TIM101 controller is not compatible.

Inertia Motor Operation
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Simplified Illustration Showing the Operation of the Piezo Inertia Drive
Inertia Motor Operation
The "stick-slip" cycle consists of a slow piezo expansion and a fast piezo contraction.

Piezoelectric Inertia "Stick-Slip" Motor

The piezo inertia motor consists of three main parts: a flexure-coupled piezo actuator, a friction element, and a rotating platform. For clockwise rotation, the piezo slowly expands under the ramp voltage during the "stick" part of the cycle, pushing the friction element and the rotating platform in unison. During the "slip" part, the drive voltage drops rapidly and the piezo element returns to its starting length, with the friction element "slipping." Due to the rotating platform's inertia and the low coefficient of kinetic friction between the friction element and the surface of the platform, the rotating platform does not reverse its direction during this process. The graph to the right shows the piezo drive voltage during one "stick-slip" cycle.

Repeating this cycle produces continuous clockwise rotation of the stage. For rotation in the reverse direction, the opposite drive voltage pattern is required, resulting in rapid piezo expansion and slower piezo contraction, or "slip-stick." 

The achieved step size will vary and is not repeatable due to a number of factors, which include the application conditions, piezo hysteresis, component variance, and the axial load. To help overcome this variance, an external feedback system will be necessary.

 

All specifications were measured using the KIM101 K-Cube Four-Channel Piezo Inertia Motor Controller at frequencies under 2000 Hz, with a voltage setting of 85 V, and with the stage mounted on a surface with flatness ≤20 µm.

PDR1(/M) Specifications
Rotation Range 360° Continuous
Step Size 250 µrad (Typical)a;
<350 µrad (Max)b
Step Size Adjustabilityb Up to 30%
Maximum Step Frequency 2 kHz
Maximum Speed (Continuous Stepping)c 20°/s (Typical)
Speed Variation Over Travel Range (Average)c ±10% (Typical)
Horizontal Load Capacity 1 kg (2.2 lbs)
Vertical Load Torque Capacityd 15 mN•m
Holding Torque 25 mN•m
Wobble <200 µrad
Lifetimee >10 Billion Steps
Connector Type SMC Female
Cable Length 1 m (3.3 ft)f
Piezo Capacitance 170 nF
Operating Voltage 125 V (Max)
Operating Temperature 10 to 40 °C
Dimensions 40.0 mm x 40.0 mm x 18.0 mm
(1.57" x 1.57" x 0.71")
Weight (Including Cable) 151 g (5.33 oz)
Required Controller KIM001 or KIM101
  • This can vary by 20% due to component variance, change of direction, and application conditions.
  • This is adjusted by changing the piezo drive voltage and frequency. See the KIM001 or KIM101 controller manual for more details.
  • Specified at 2 kHz Step Frequency
  • Assuming a 100 g (0.22 lbs) load extending 15 mm from the stage. A higher load or longer arm will increase the wobble and may lead to failure of the stage.
  • Driven by the KIM101 Controller Under 2000 Hz/85 V
  • The cable can be extended using a T5026 male-to-male SMC adapter and the PAA101 1.5 m SMC extension cable. Please note that, due to the capacitance of the cables, the total length of the control cable should not exceed 2.5 m.

Note: The KIM001 uses Kinesis software. The KIM101 is compatible with both Kinesis and our legacy APT software.

Thorlabs offers two platforms to drive our wide range of motion controllers: our Kinesis® software package or the legacy APT™ (Advanced Positioning Technology) software package. Either package can be used to control devices in the Kinesis family, which covers a wide range of motion controllers ranging from small, low-powered, single-channel drivers (such as the K-Cubes™ and T-Cubes™) to high-power, multi-channel, modular 19" rack nanopositioning systems (the APT Rack System).

The Kinesis Software features .NET controls which can be used by 3rd party developers working in the latest C#, Visual Basic, LabVIEW™, or any .NET compatible languages to create custom applications. Low-level DLL libraries are included for applications not expected to use the .NET framework. A Central Sequence Manager supports integration and synchronization of all Thorlabs motion control hardware.

Kinesis Software
Kinesis GUI Screen
APT Software
APT GUI Screen

Our legacy APT System Software platform offers ActiveX-based controls which can be used by 3rd party developers working on C#, Visual Basic, LabVIEW™, or any Active-X compatible languages to create custom applications and includes a simulator mode to assist in developing custom applications without requiring hardware.

By providing these common software platforms, Thorlabs has ensured that users can easily mix and match any of the Kinesis and APT controllers in a single application, while only having to learn a single set of software tools. In this way, it is perfectly feasible to combine any of the controllers from single-axis to multi-axis systems and control all from a single, PC-based unified software interface.

The software packages allow two methods of usage: graphical user interface (GUI) utilities for direct interaction with and control of the controllers 'out of the box', and a set of programming interfaces that allow custom-integrated positioning and alignment solutions to be easily programmed in the development language of choice.

A range of video tutorials is available to help explain our APT system software. These tutorials provide an overview of the software and the APT Config utility. Additionally, a tutorial video is available to explain how to select simulator mode within the software, which allows the user to experiment with the software without a controller connected. Please select the APT Tutorials tab above to view these videos.

Software

Kinesis Version 1.14.25

The Kinesis Software Package, which includes a GUI for control of Thorlabs' Kinesis and APT™ system controllers.

Also Available:

  • Communications Protocol
Software Download

Software

APT Version 3.21.4

The APT Software Package, which includes a GUI for control of Thorlabs' APT™ and Kinesis system controllers.

Also Available:

  • Communications Protocol
Software Download

Thorlabs' Kinesis® software features new .NET controls which can be used by third-party developers working in the latest C#, Visual Basic, LabVIEW™, or any .NET compatible languages to create custom applications.

C#
This programming language is designed to allow multiple programming paradigms, or languages, to be used, thus allowing for complex problems to be solved in an easy or efficient manner. It encompasses typing, imperative, declarative, functional, generic, object-oriented, and component-oriented programming. By providing functionality with this common software platform, Thorlabs has ensured that users can easily mix and match any of the Kinesis controllers in a single application, while only having to learn a single set of software tools. In this way, it is perfectly feasible to combine any of the controllers from the low-powered, single-axis to the high-powered, multi-axis systems and control all from a single, PC-based unified software interface.

The Kinesis System Software allows two methods of usage: graphical user interface (GUI) utilities for direct interaction and control of the controllers 'out of the box', and a set of programming interfaces that allow custom-integrated positioning and alignment solutions to be easily programmed in the development language of choice.

For a collection of example projects that can be compiled and run to demonstrate the different ways in which developers can build on the Kinesis motion control libraries, click on the links below. Please note that a separate integrated development environment (IDE) (e.g., Microsoft Visual Studio) will be required to execute the Quick Start examples. The C# example projects can be executed using the included .NET controls in the Kinesis software package (see the Kinesis Software tab for details).

C Sharp Icon Click Here for the Kinesis with C# Quick Start Guide
Click Here for C# Example Projects
Click Here for Quick Start Device Control Examples		 C Sharp Icon

LabVIEW
LabVIEW can be used to communicate with any Kinesis- or APT-based controller via .NET controls. In LabVIEW, you build a user interface, known as a front panel, with a set of tools and objects and then add code using graphical representations of functions to control the front panel objects. The LabVIEW tutorial, provided below, provides some information on using the .NET controls to create control GUIs for Kinesis- and APT-driven devices within LabVIEW. It includes an overview with basic information about using controllers in LabVIEW and explains the setup procedure that needs to be completed before using a LabVIEW GUI to operate a device.

Labview Icon Click Here to View the LabVIEW Guide
Click Here to View the Kinesis with LabVIEW Overview Page		 Labview Icon

The APT video tutorials available here fall into two main groups - one group covers using the supplied APT utilities and the second group covers programming the APT System using a selection of different programming environments.

Disclaimer: The videos below were originally produced in Adobe Flash. Following the discontinuation of Flash after 2020, these tutorials were re-recorded for future use. The Flash Player controls still appear in the bottom of each video, but they are not functional.

Every APT controller is supplied with the utilities APTUser and APTConfig. APTUser provides a quick and easy way of interacting with the APT control hardware using intuitive graphical control panels. APTConfig is an 'off-line' utility that allows various system wide settings to be made such as pre-selecting mechanical stage types and associating them with specific motion controllers.

APT User Utility

The first video below gives an overview of using the APTUser Utility. The OptoDriver single channel controller products can be operated via their front panel controls in the absence of a control PC. The stored settings relating to the operation of these front panel controls can be changed using the APTUser utility. The second video illustrates this process.

APT User - Overview
APT User - OptoDriver Settings


APT Config Utility

There are various APT system-wide settings that can be made using the APT Config utility, including setting up a simulated hardware configuration and associating mechanical stages with specific motor drive channels. The first video presents a brief overview of the APT Config application. More details on creating a simulated hardware configuration and making stage associations are present in the next two videos.

APT Config - Overview
APT Config - Simulator Setup
APT Config - Stage Association


APT Programming

The APT Software System is implemented as a collection of ActiveX Controls. ActiveX Controls are language-independant software modules that provide both a graphical user interface and a programming interface. There is an ActiveX Control type for each type of hardware unit, e.g. a Motor ActiveX Control covers operation with any type of APT motor controller (DC or stepper). Many Windows software development environments and languages directly support ActiveX Controls, and, once such a Control is embedded into a custom application, all of the functionality it contains is immediately available to the application for automated operation. The videos below illustrate the basics of using the APT ActiveX Controls with LabVIEW, Visual Basic, and Visual C++. Note that many other languages support ActiveX including LabWindows CVI, C++ Builder, VB.NET, C#.NET, Office VBA, Matlab, HPVEE etc. Although these environments are not covered specifically by the tutorial videos, many of the ideas shown will still be relevant to using these other languages.

Visual Basic

Part 1 illustrates how to get an APT ActiveX Control running within Visual Basic, and Part 2 goes on to show how to program a custom positioning sequence.

APT Programming Using Visual Basic - Part 1
APT Programming Using Visual Basic - Part 2


LabVIEW

Full Active support is provided by LabVIEW and the series of tutorial videos below illustrate the basic building blocks in creating a custom APT motion control sequence. We start by showing how to call up the Thorlabs-supplied online help during software development. Part 2 illustrates how to create an APT ActiveX Control. ActiveX Controls provide both Methods (i.e. Functions) and Properties (i.e. Value Settings). Parts 3 and 4 show how to create and wire up both the methods and properties exposed by an ActiveX Control. Finally, in Part 5, we pull everything together and show a completed LabVIEW example program that demonstrates a custom move sequence.

APT Programming Using LabVIEW -
Part 1: Accessing Online Help
APT Programming Using LabVIEW -
Part 2: Creating an ActiveX Control
APT Programming Using LabVIEW -
Part 3: Create an ActiveX Method
APT Programming Using LabVIEW -
Part 4: Create an ActiveX Property
APT Programming Using LabVIEW -
Part 5: How to Start an ActiveX Control


The following tutorial videos illustrate alternative ways of creating Method and Property nodes:

APT Programming Using LabVIEW -
Create an ActiveX Method (Alternative)
APT Programming Using LabVIEW -
Create an ActiveX Property (Alternative)


Visual C++

Part 1 illustrates how to get an APT ActiveX Control running within Visual C++, and Part 2 goes on to show how to program a custom positioning sequence.

APT Programming with Visual C++ - Part 1
APT Programming with Visual C++ - Part 2


MATLAB

For assistance when using MATLAB and ActiveX controls with the Thorlabs APT positioners, click here.

To further assist programmers, a guide to programming the APT software in LabVIEW is also available here.


Posted Comments:
Mark Saffman  (posted 2020-07-18 16:37:55.52)
A question about the PDR1. The product page says the stages emit a high pitched noise and generate heat when they rotate. DO the stages cause vibration when rotating? I am concerned about vibrations affecting laser locks.
YLohia  (posted 2020-07-21 10:21:56.0)
Thank you for contacting Thorlabs. PDR1 utilizes a piezoelectric inertia drive that is driven by signals of frequencies up to 2 kHz. These frequencies are audible to humans as high pitch noise. The influence of this 2 kHz vibration is much smaller than the overall wobble of the device.

Rotation Mount and Stage Selection Guide

Thorlabs offers a wide variety of manual and motorized rotation mounts and stages. Rotation mounts are designed with an inner bore to mount a Ø1/2", Ø1", or Ø2" optic, while rotation stages are designed with mounting taps to attach a variety of components or systems. Motorized options are powered by a DC Servo motor, 2 phase stepper motor, piezo inertia motor, or an Elliptec™ resonant piezo motor. Each offers 360° of continuous rotation.

Manual Rotation Mounts

Rotation Mounts for Ø1/2" Optics
Item # MRM05(/M) RSP05(/M) CRM05 PRM05(/M)a SRM05 KS05RS CT104
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Features Mini Series Standard External SM1
(1.035"-40) Threads		 Micrometer 16 mm Cage-Compatible ±4° Kinematic Tip/Tilt Adjustment Plus Rotation Compatible with CT1 Cage Translator Stage and 1/4" Translation Stagesb
Additional Details
  • This mount is available in the PRM05GL5 bundle, which includes the PRM05 rotation mount with the SM05PM5 polarizing prism mount.
  • The CT104 is complatible with the 1/4" translation stages using our MS103(/M) adapter plate.
  • The CT104 is compatible with the CT1 cage translation stage, which is designed for use with 30 mm cage systems.

Rotation Mounts for Ø1" Optics
Item # RSP1(/M) LRM1 RSP1D(/M) DLM1(/M) CLR1(/M) RSP1X15(/M) RSP1X225(/M) PRM1(/M)a
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to Enlarge		 LRM1
Features Standard External SM1
(1.035"-40) Threads		 Adjustable Zero Two Independently Rotating Carriages Rotates Optic Within
Fixed Lens Tube System		 Continuous 360° Rotation
or 15° Increments		 Continuous 360° Rotation
or 22.5° Increments		 Micrometer
Additional Details
  • This mount is available in the PRM1GL10 bundle, which includes the PRM1 rotation mount with the SM1PM10 polarizing prism mount.

Rotation Mounts for Ø1" Optics
Item # LM1-A &
LM1-B(/M)		 CRM1(/M) CRM1L(/M) CRM1P KS1RS K6XS
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Features Optic Carriage Rotates Within Mounting Ring 30 mm Cage-Compatiblea 30 mm Cage-Compatible
for Thick Opticsa		 30 mm Cage-Compatible
with Micrometera		 ±4° Kinematic Tip/Tilt Adjustment Plus Rotation Six-Axis
Kinematic Mounta
Additional Details
  • This mount also features four 4-40 (M3) holes on the rotation dial for use with the K6A1(/M) prism platform.

Rotation Mounts for Ø2" Optics
Item # RSP2(/M) RSP2D(/M) PRM2(/M) LM2-A &
LM2-B(/M)		 LCRM2(/M) KS2RS K6X2
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Features Standard Adjustable
Zero		 Micrometer Optic Carriage Rotates Within Mounting Ring 60 mm Cage-Compatible ±4° Kinematic Tip/Tilt Adjustment Plus Rotation Six-Axis Kinematic Mount
Additional Details

Manual Rotation Stages

Manual Rotation Stages
Item # RP005(/M) PR005(/M) MSRP01(/M) RP01(/M) RP03(/M) QRP02(/M)
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to Enlarge		 Continuous Rotation Mount
Features Standard Two Hard Stops
Additional Details

Manual Rotation Stages
Item # XRNR1(/M) XRR1(/M) PR01(/M) CR1(/M) XYR1(/M) OCT-XYR1(/M)
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Features Fine Rotation Adjuster and
2" Wide Dovetail Quick Connect		 Fine Rotation Adjuster and
3" Wide Dovetail Quick Connect		 Fine Rotation Adjuster and
SM1-Threaded Central Aperture		 Fine Pitch Worm Gear Rotation and 1/2" Linear XY Translation
Additional Details
  • The stage profile is higher when it is mounted using the screw slots rather than stacked on another stage or accessory with mating dovetails.
  • The OCT-XYR1(/M) stage includes the XYR1A solid sample plate. This plate can be detached from the stage to reveal the same mounting features present on the XYR1(/M) stage.

Motorized Rotation Mounts and Stages

Motorized Rotation Mounts and Stages with Central Clear Apertures
Item # DDR25(/M) PDR1(/M) K10CR1(/M) PRM1Z8(/M)a DDR100(/M) ELL14 HDR50(/M)
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to Enlarge		 ELL14
Features Compatible with
SM05 Lens Tubes,
16 mm Cage System,
30 mm Cage System		 Compatible with
SM05 Lens Tubes,
30 mm Cage System,
PD1(/M) Linear Stages		 Compatible with SM1 Lens Tubes &
30 mm Cage System		 Compatible with
SM1 Lens Tubes,
16 mm Cage System,
30 mm Cage System		 Compatible with
SM1 Lens Tubes,
Open Frame Design for OEM Applications		 Compatible with
SM2 Lens Tubes
Additional Details
  • This stage is available in the KPRMTE(/M), which includes the PRMTZ8(/M) Motorized Rotation Stage with the KDC101 K-Cube DC Servo Motor Controller.
Motorized Rotation Mounts and Stages with Tapped Platforms
Item # PRMTZ8(/M)a ELL18(/M)b
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to Enlarge
Features Tapped Mounting Platform for Mounting Prisms or Other Optics Tapped Mounting Platform, Open Frame Design for OEM Applications
Additional Details
  • This stage is available in the KPRM1E(/M), which includes the PRMT1Z8(/M) Motorized Rotation Stage with the KDC101 K-Cube DC Servo Motor Controller.
  • This stage is available in the ELL18K(/M), which includes an interface board, mounting brackets, and connectors for PC control.

Rotation Stage with Piezo Inertia Drive


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Metric Stage Features

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Imperial Stage Features
  • Continuous 360° Rotation at Speeds Up to 20°/s
  • Typical Step Size: 250 µrad
  • Platform Size: Ø1.34" (34.0 mm)
    • Internal SM05 (0.535"-40) Threads
    • Ø0.35" (Ø9.0 mm) Clear Aperture
    • Four 8-32 (M4 x 0.7) Threaded Holes
  • Platform Height: 0.71" (18.0 mm)
  • Small Footprint: 1.57" x 1.57" (40.0 mm x 40.0 mm)
  • Integrated 1 m (3.3 ft) Cable with SMC Female Connector

The ORIC® Open-Loop Piezo Inertia Rotation Stage can operate at speeds up to 20°/s with no backlash and a typical step size of 250 µrad. The piezo inertia drive is self-locking when the stage is at rest and no power is supplied to the piezo. These features make the PDR1(/M) stage ideal for set-and-hold applications that require resolutions smaller than a milliradian and long-term alignment stability.

Each stage has an integrated 1.0 m cable; the PAA101 1.5 m SMC extension cable and T5026 male-to-male SMC adapter can be used to extend the cable length. Due to the capacitance of the cables, please note that the total length of the control cable should not exceed 2.5 m.

Note: During operation, the stage makes a high-pitch noise and may generate some heat. This is normal behavior in the performance of the device and does not indicate a fault condition.

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K-Cube™ Controllers for Piezo Inertia Stages and Actuators

Key Specificationsa
Item # KIM001 KIM101
Piezoelectric Outputs (SMC Male) One Four
Piezo Output Voltage 85 to 125 VDC 85 to 125 VDC per Channel
Top Panel Controls Scroll Wheel Dual-Axis Joystick
External Input
(SMA Female)		 ±10 V ± 2%
Input Power +15 VDC @ 2 A
Housing Dimensionsb
(W x D x H)		 60.0 mm x 60.0 mm x 47.0 mm
(2.36" x 2.36" x 1.85")		 121.0 mm x 60.0 mm x 47.0 mm
(4.76" x 2.36" x 1.85")
Compatible Software Kinesis Kinesis & Legacy APT
  • For complete specifications, please see the manuals by clicking the red Docs icons () below.
  • Not Including Mounting Plate
  • Compact Footprints
  • Adjustable Voltage Output from 85 V to 125 V
  • Single-Channel and Four-Channel Versions Available
  • Standalone Operation via Top Panel Controls and Display or PC Control via USB Plug and Play

These compact K-Cube Controllers provide easy manual and PC control of our piezo inertia stages, actuators, and optic mounts. They feature adjustable voltage output from 85 V to 125 V. The top panel display screen enables operation as soon as the unit is turned on, without the need for connection to a PC. Alternatively, both controllers have USB connectivity that provides 'Plug-and-Play' PC-controlled operation with our Kinesis® software package (included). The KIM101 controller can also be operated with our legacy APT™ (Advanced Positioning Technology) software package.

These units have small footprints and may be mounted directly to the optical table using the 1/4" (M6) counterbored slots in the base plate. Their compact size allows these controllers to be positioned close to the motorized system for added convenience when manually adjusting motor positions using the top panel controls. Tabletop operation also allows minimal drive cable lengths for easier cable management.

Please note that these controllers do not ship with a power supply. The compatible KPS101 power supply is sold below.

KIM001 Single-Channel Controller
This single-channel piezo inertia controller provides a voltage output for a single piezo inertia stage or actuator. The top panel features a spring-loaded scroll wheel for driving the stage or actuator as well as selecting menu options.

KIM101 Four-Channel Controller
This four-channel controller features four SMC outputs to drive piezo inertia devices. The channels can be controlled independently or simultaneously in pairs using the dual-axis joystick on the controller's top panel. The controller can be configured to operate up to four PD series piezo inertia stages, up to four PIA seies piezo inertia actuators, or up to two PIM series piezo inertia optic mounts; one KIM101 can only concurrently drive devices that use the same "Select Stage" configuration in the controller's menu options (see the manuals for more details).

For more information, please see the full web presentation.

Operation
Set the stage configuration on the KIM001 or KIM101 controller to "PD(R)" before driving this stage. Select the "Select Stage" option, change it from "PIA" to "PD(R)", and then restart the controller. The display will show "Stage is PD(R)" and the configuration will be changed to drive the PD1(/M) linear or PD1R(/M) rotation stage. For additional front panel configuration details, please see the KIM001 or KIM101 controller manuals by clicking the red Docs icons () below. These drivers have an internal sawtooth voltage signal generator capable of sending sub-millisecond pulses (steps) with controllable amplitudes from 85 V to 125 V.

Power Supply
The KIM001 and KIM101 Motor Controllers do not ship with a power supply. A compatible power supply is our KPS101, sold below.

Note: Due to the nature of its design, and its non-linear high frequency switching, the KIM001 and KIM001 units are not compatible with the KCH301 and KCH601 hubs. Use only the KPS101 power supply unit.

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KIM001 Support Documentation
KIM001Customer Inspired! Single-Channel K-Cube Piezo Inertia Motor Controller (Power Supply Sold Separately)
$747.00
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KIM101 Support Documentation
KIM101Four-Channel K-Cube Piezo Inertia Motor Controller (Power Supply Sold Separately)
$1,058.78
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Compatible Power Supply

  • Power Supply Compatible with KIM001 and KIM101 Motor Controllers
  • Universal Input: 90 - 264 VAC
  • Interchangeable AC Plug

The KPS101 power supply outputs +15 VDC at up to 2.4 A and can power a single K-Cube or T-Cube with a 3.5 mm jack. It plugs into a standard wall outlet.

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KPS101 Support Documentation
KPS10115 V, 2.4 A Power Supply Unit with 3.5 mm Jack Connector for One K- or T-Cube
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Additional Motorized Rotation Stages and Mounts
  • Rotation Stage: Stepper Motor

  • Rotation Mount/Stage:
    Stepper Motor

  • Rotation Mount: Direct Drive

  • Rotation Stage: Direct Drive

  • Rotation Mount/Stage: Piezo Inertia Drive

  • Rotation Mount/Stage:DC Servo Motor

  • Rotation Stage: DC Servo Motor

  • Rotation Mount: Resonant Motor Driven

  • Rotation Stage: Resonant Motor Driven

  • 1- and 2-Axis Motorized Goniometer Stages

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