The AGS20000 series was designed to be the most powerful and accurate
Cartesian gantry in the world. Dual high-power linear motors were
coupled with dual lower-axis linear encoders, resulting in a stage
that not only offers unparalleled speeds/accelerations, but is
also capable of extreme accuracies and repeatabilities.
Linear Motor/Linear Encoder
Aerotech’s high power BLMH series brushless linear servomotors
propel the AGS20000 to speeds of 3 m/s and accelerations of 5
g. Lower axis feedback is from a pair of rugged noncontact optical
linear encoders. Synchronization of the dual lower forcers is
accomplished through proprietary software on-board Aerotech’s
state-of-the-art
UNIDEX® controller family.
Rugged Design
Since the linear motor is a noncontact device, there is no backlash,
wear, or maintenance. The bearings are preloaded linear motion
guides with wiper seals and grease fittings.
Cable Management System
Extensive R&D has resulted in an optimized cable management
system (CMS) that has been field proven to be the industry’s
most reliable design. Large bend radii and high-flex cables ensure
that the AGS20000 provides millions of cycles of maintenance-free
operation. In the unlikely event of a component failure, a modular
design ensures that part replacement is fast and easy.
All customer cabling and pneumatics can be routed through the
system e-chain. Connectors are provided at the workpiece and at
the opposite end of the e-chain, greatly simplifying final machine
integration.
Turnkey Operation
Aerotech’s years of experience manufacturing precision positioning
and control systems can be leveraged by acquiring a turnkey system.
Typical options include Z-theta mechanisms, risers to accommodate
automated parts handling equipment, and machine bases that are
designed to accommodate the entire electronics subsystem.
Aerotech manufactures a wide range of high-performance amplifiers
and advanced motion controllers that are optimized for high-performance
automation applications.
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