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X, XY, XYZ Stages

X, XY, XYZ Stages

Most of the piezo stage offerings are linear stages that move in one, two or three axes. They are utilized in applications where high resolution scanning and or rapid positioning are necessary. Typical travel ranges are between 20µm and 600µm. Most of the XY and XYZ stage designs employ parallel kinematics where the actuators for two (or more) axes will actuate one moving platform. These designs result in high stiffness and accuracy. Serial designs that combine multiple linear stages offer cost effective solutions for applications that may not require the highest accuracy possible. Stacked designs are also used when the available space is limited.