The low cost VT-21L linear stage excels in applications with very limited space due to its compact design. The stage utilizes a 2-phase stepper motor and is equipped with two mechanical limit switches. A pre-loaded ball slide creates high stiffness and superior performance. The VT-21L is available with an optional linear encoder with 50 nm resolution. The stages can be mounted in XY or XYZ configurations in a space-saving arrangement. Versions capable of operation in vacuum (10-6 mbar) are available. The VT-21L is compatible with the MMC-200 controller.

Travel Dependent Specifications
Travel range [mm]26
Straightness/Flatness [µm]± 3
Pitch [µrad]± 180
Yaw [µrad]± 180
Weight [g]120
Motor Compatibility
Motor option2-Phase Stepper Motor, SM-001
Speed, max [mm/s]5
Motor/Feedback Dependent Specifcations
Encoder optionNone (open loop)Analog (1 Vpp)Digital (RS-422)
Resolution, typical [µm]0.50.050.05
Repeatability, bi-directional [µm]± 4± 0.2± 0.2
Repeatability, uni-directional [µm]0.50.20.2
Accuracy [µm]± 10± 1± 1
Load Characteristics
OrientationFx [N]Fy [N]Fz [N]Mx [N·m]My [N·m]Mz [N·m]
Load, max1010100.40.60.5
Order no.:VT-21-
Drive





Stepper Motor, SM-0011



Travel





26 mm
2


Encoder





None (open loop)

0


Analog (1 Vpp)

2


Digital (RS-422)

3


Digital low cost, 0.5 µm

4

Limit Switch





Mechanical


1
Environment





Atmospheric



0

High Vacuum, 10-6 mbar



6