Linear Stage Solutions
Linear Stages
Linear Stages
Linear stages provide controlled, high-precision linear motion for positioning, scanning, and automation applications requiring accurate and repeatable movement.
- Designed for precise one-dimensional linear positioning
- Used in semiconductor, photonics, microscopy, medical, and industrial automation systems
- Available with linear ball bearings, crossed roller bearings, or air bearings
- Supports sub-micron positioning accuracy for precision applications
- Wide range of load capacities from lightweight to heavy-duty systems
- Offered with ball screw, lead screw, linear motor, piezoelectric, or air bearing drives
- Configurable for speed, travel range, precision, and load requirements
- Ideal for inspection, metrology, laser processing, sample handling, and scientific research applications
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Linear Stage Solutions
Linear Motor Stages
Linear motor stages are direct-drive systems that provide smooth, contactless linear motion without screws or belts.
Screw Driven Stages
Screw-driven stages use mechanical lead screws or ball screws to convert rotary motion into precise linear movement.
Linear Motor Stages Quick Compare
nPL70Z
nPL70S
nPL70M
nPL70L
Travel Range
25 / 45 mm
25 / 45 mm
85 / 100 mm
110 / 130 / 150 mm
Straightness & Flatness
4 µm
4 µm
6 µm
8 µm
Pitch & Yaw
50 µrad
50 µrad
75 µrad
120 µrad
Normal Load Capacity
10 kg
10 kg
10 kg
10 kg
Bi-directional Repeatability
±0.4 / ±0.5 / ±2.0 µm
±0.4 / ±0.5 / ±2.0 µm
±0.4 / ±0.5 / ±2.0 µm
±0.4 / ±0.5 / ±2.0 µm
Maximum Velocity
1.30 / 1.37 m/s
1.30 / 1.37 m/s
1.34 / 1.92 / 2.23 / 2.27 m/s
1.45 / 2.09 / 2.40 / 2.55 m/s
Peak Force
11.9 / 23.8 N
11.9 / 23.8 N
35.7 / 47.6 N
35.7 / 47.6 N
Screw Driven Stages Quick Compare
LGS25
LGS33
LGS33W
HDS75
nPS35
nPS70
Stage Height
25mm
33mm
33 mm (Wide)
75mm
35 mm
70 mm
Bearing Type
Linear Guide
Linear Guide
Dual Linear Guide
Heavy-duty linear guide
Cross-roller bearing
Cross-roller bearing
Screw Type
Lead or Ballscrew
Lead or Ballscrew
Lead or Ballscrew
Lead or Ball Screw
Precision ballscrew
Precision ballscrew
Max Travel
Up to 1 m
Up to 1 m
Up to 1 m
Long travel configurable
Up to 300 mm
Up to 500 mm
Repeatability
10–50 µm
10–50 µm
10–50 µm
Down to 10 µm
±1 µm
±1 µm
Backlash
Anti-backlash nut option
10–200 µm depending on preload
10–200 µm depending on preload
Low backlash
Minimal backlash
Minimal backlash
Max Velocity
Configurable
Configurable
Configurable
High-duty-cycle capable
High speed capable
High speed capable
Motor Options
Servo, stepper, integrated
Servo, stepper, integrated
Servo, stepper, integrated
Servo/stepper
Servo or stepper
Servo or stepper
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