ALS1000 Mechanical-Bearing Direct-Drive Linear Stage
Description
Design Features
- Direct-drive linear motor for ultra-precise motion
- Long-life linear motion guide bearing system
- Two-axis internal cable management system
- Sealed design with optional air purge
- Low-cost, small footprint, high-performance stage
The ALS1000 is a compact, high-performance stage that is as accurate as it is versatile. It provides a small cross section, cost-effective alternative for precision applications where a small footprint and environmental protection are required. A linear motion guide bearing system, two-axis internal cable management and high-performance brushless servomotor make the ALS1000 the stage of choice in industrial applications such as laser machining, medical component manufacturing and other applications requiring high accuracy in a production environment.
Construction Features
Sealed linear motion guide bearings with integral wipers are incorporated to provide excellent payload capability and long life. Both the metal waycover and tabletop are treated with a hardcoat (Rockwell 62 hardness) that is scratch-resistant and provides outstanding protection in the harshest applications. An optional air-purge fitting is available that allows air to be forced into the body of the stage to create a positive internal pressure that resists particulates from entering the stage. The tabletop utilizes stainless steel Helicoil™ inserts to protect mounting holes against thread wear. Optional stage finishes are available, including electroless nickel plating.
Linear Motor Drive
Aerotech’s high-power, cog-free, BLMC series linear motor drives the ALS1000. The non-magnetic forcer coil provides high force with zero cogging for super-smooth velocity and position control. This zero cogging design is ideal for applications requiring outstanding contour accuracy and smooth velocity profiling. As with all of Aerotech’s ALS series linear motor stages, the linear motor has zero backlash, no windup, zero friction and outstanding system responsiveness.
The magnetic field of the linear motor is totally self-contained within the U-channel design. Most high-performance applications cannot tolerate the stray magnetic fields generated by flat motor magnet tracks.
Cable Management System
Extensive R & D has resulted in an optimized cable management system (CMS) that is designed for millions of cycles of maintenance-free operation. In single- and two-axis systems, the CMS is completely internal to the stages, providing a turnkey system. External CMS is available for three-axis systems. Custom configurations are common and are readily available.
High Performance
Noncontact linear encoders with micron-level repeatabilities are standard on all ALS1000 series stages. Either a line-driver output or amplified sine-wave output encoder is available. Motor power and feedback signals terminate in the stage endplate allowing for a simple, clean interface.
The optional HALAR factory calibration further increases the standard accuracy and repeatability. Aerotech manufactures a wide range of matching drives and controls to provide a fully integrated and optimized motion solution.
Specifications
| Model | ALS10010 | ALS10015 | ALS10020 | ALS10030 | ALS10045 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travel | 100 mm | 150 mm | 200 mm | 300 mm | 450 mm | |||
| Drive System | Linear Brushless Servomotor (BLMC-142-A) | |||||||
| Bus Voltage | Up to 80 VDC | |||||||
| Continuous Current | Apk | Up to 4.20 A | ||||||
| Arms | Up to 2.97 A | |||||||
| Feedback | Noncontact Linear Encoder | |||||||
| Resolution | 0.005 µm - 1.0 µm | |||||||
| Maximum Travel Speed(1) | 750 mm/s | |||||||
| Maximum Linear Acceleration | 2 g (No Load) | |||||||
| Maximum Load(2) | Horizontal | 50.0 kg | ||||||
| Side | 25.0 kg | |||||||
| Accuracy | Standard | ±4.0 µm | ±6.0 µm | ±8.0 µm | ±12.0 µm | ±18.0 µm | ||
| HALAR(3) | ±1.0 µm | |||||||
| Repeatability | ±1.0 µm | |||||||
| Straightness and Flatness | Differential | 3.0 µm/25 mm | ||||||
| Max Deviation | ±2.4 µm | ±3.6 µm | ±4.8 µm | ±7.2 µm | ±10.8 µm | |||
| Pitch and Yaw | 6 arc sec | 9 arc sec | 12 arc sec | 16 arc sec | 20 arc sec | |||
| Nominal Stage Weight | 8.4 kg | 10.0 kg | 11.0 kg | 13.1 kg | 16.0 kg | |||
| Construction | Aluminum Body/Black Anodize Finish/Hardcoat | |||||||
- Maximum speed based on stage capability. Maximum application velocity may be limited by system data rate and system resolution.
- Maximum load based on bearing capability. Maximum application load may be limited by acceleration requirements.
- Available with Aerotech controllers.
- Specifications are for single-axis systems, measured 50 mm above the tabletop. Performance of multi-axis systems is payload and workpoint dependent. Consult factory for multi-axis or non-standard applications.
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ALS1000 
Dimensions
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ALS1000 Single Axis 
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ALS1000XY 
Ordering Information
Ordering Example
| Series | Travel | Axis Type | Mounting and Grid Pattern | Motor and Magnet Track | Linear Encoder Options | Options | Home Marker Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALS10 | -010 | -LXY | -M | -10-MT | -LT10AS | -P1 | -CM |
Ordering Options
| Series | Travel | Axis Type | Mounting and Grid Pattern | Motor and Magnet Track | Linear Encoder Options | Options | Home Marker Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALS10 | -010 -015 -020 -030 -045 |
-S -LXY -LZ -Y -YXZ |
-0 -M -M/CMS -U -U/CMS |
-10-MT | -LTnnAS -LTnnX5 |
-P1 -P1/Y -X-CMS |
-CM -CCWM -CWM |
ALS1000 Series Linear Motor Stage
| Options | Description |
|---|---|
| ALS10010 | 100 mm travel stage with linear motor and limits |
| ALS10015 | 150 mm travel stage with linear motor and limits |
| ALS10020 | 200 mm travel stage with linear motor and limits |
| ALS10030 | 300 mm travel stage with linear motor and limits |
| ALS10045 | 450 mm travel stage with linear motor and limits |
Axis Type
| Options | Description |
|---|---|
| -S | Single axis stage |
| -LXY | Lower axis (X) of an XY system |
| -LZ | Lower axis (X) of an XZ system |
| -Y | Upper axis (Y) of an XY system |
| -YXZ | Middle axis (Y) of an XYZ (3 axis) system; bottom axis requires -X-CMS option |
Mounting and Grid Pattern
| Options | Description |
|---|---|
| -0 | No tabletop |
| -M | Metric dimension mounting pattern and holes (for -S and -Y axis types) |
| -M/CMS | Metric dimension mounting pattern and holes and cable management system (for use with -LZ and -YXZ axis types) |
| -U | English dimension mounting pattern and holes (for use with -S and -Y axis types) |
| -U/CMS | English dimension mounting pattern and holes and cable management system (for use with -LZ and -YXZ axis types) |
Motor and Magnet Track
| Options | Description |
|---|---|
| -10-MT | Brushless linear motor (BLMC-142-A) and magnet track |
Standard Linear Encoders
| Options | Description |
|---|---|
| -LT10AS | Linear encoder for ALS10010; amplified sine output 1 Vpp (20 µm signal period); requires signal multiplier |
| -LT15AS | Linear encoder for ALS10015; amplified sine output 1 Vpp (20 µm signal period); requires signal multiplier |
| -LT20AS | Linear encoder for ALS10020; amplified sine output 1 Vpp (20 µm signal period); requires signal multiplier |
| -LT30AS | Linear encoder for ALS10030; amplified sine output 1 Vpp (20 µm signal period); requires signal multiplier |
| -LT45AS | Linear encoder for ALS10045; amplified sine output 1 Vpp (20 µm signal period); requires signal multiplier |
| -LT10X5 | Linear encoder for ALS10010; 1.0 micron line driver output |
| -LT15X5 | Linear encoder for ALS10015; 1.0 micron line driver output |
| -LT20X5 | Linear encoder for ALS10020; 1.0 micron line driver output |
| -LT30X5 | Linear encoder for ALS10030; 1.0 micron line driver output |
| -LT45X5 | Linear encoder for ALS10045; 1.0 micron line driver output |
Note: Integral signal multipliers available with A3200 amplifier products.
Options
| Options | Description |
|---|---|
| -P1 | Air purge for -S (single axis) or -LXY (lower axis of XY) |
| -P1/Y | Air purge for -Y (upper axis of XY) |
| -X-CMS | External cable management system for lower axis |
Home Marker Location
| Options | Description |
|---|---|
| -CM | Home marker located at the center of the stage |
| -CCWM | Home marker located at the counterclockwise end of the stage |
| -CWM | Home marker located at the clockwise end of the stage |
Accessories (to be ordered as separate line items)
| Options | Description |
|---|---|
| ALIGNMENT-NPA | Non-precision XY assembly |
| ALIGNMENT-PA10 | XY assembly; 10 arc sec orthogonal |
| ALIGNMENT-PA5 | XY assembly; 5 arc sec orthogonal |
| HALAR | High-accuracy system – linear error correction for accuracy and repeatability |