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Physik Instrumente

PI unveils motion solutions at LASER World of PHOTONICS

June 20, 2025 By Puja Mitra Leave a Comment

At the 2025 LASER World of PHOTONICS in Munich, Germany, PI will present its latest precision motion solutions designed for industrial applications. Featured products include the F-141 PINovAlign, a cost-optimized, AI-supported 6-axis photonics alignment system; the H-815 industrial hexapod; and the B-421 BIX miniaturized nanopositioning stages. These systems are intended for continuous use in semiconductor, […]

Filed Under: Gantries + Stages Tagged With: Physik Instrumente

PICMA Plus piezo actuators offer extended displacement range

June 12, 2025 By Puja Mitra Leave a Comment

PI has introduced the new PICMA Plus actuators, expanding the capabilities of its PICMA piezo stack actuator series. While the standard PICMA actuators offer long service life, high stiffness, fast response times, and precise resolution, the PICMA Plus line provides increased displacement for applications that require extended motion range. Extended displacement without sacrifice Previously, PI’s […]

Filed Under: Actuators Tagged With: Physik Instrumente

PI releases V-781 XY stage series for precision motion systems

June 6, 2025 By Puja Mitra Leave a Comment

PI has introduced the V-781 XY Stage series for use in high-performance motion systems. Designed as a monolithic, single-module XY stage rather than a stack of separate linear axes, the V-781 aims to improve straightness, reduce yaw, and maintain geometric stability in a compact, low-profile form. It features direct-drive motors, crossed roller bearings, and nanometer-resolution […]

Filed Under: Gantries + Stages Tagged With: Physik Instrumente

PI releases V-308 stage with 10-nm motion resolution

May 8, 2025 By Puja Mitra Leave a Comment

PI has released the V-308 vertical nanopositioning stage, designed to provide 7 mm of Z-axis travel with 10-nanometer incremental motion. The system supports applications in life sciences, DNA sequencing, semiconductor manufacturing, laser processing, and materials science. It combines a compact form factor with consistent performance, offering bidirectional repeatability of 25 nanometers. Fast delivery is available […]

Filed Under: Gantries + Stages Tagged With: Physik Instrumente

PI introduces compact V-141 linear motor stage for precision motion

April 7, 2025 By Puja Mitra Leave a Comment

PI (Physik Instrumente) has introduced the V-141 linear motor stage family, a compact and cost-efficient addition to its range of direct-drive linear stages. Developed by PI USA and manufactured in Hopkinton, MA, the V-141 is designed for applications that require high speed and precision in limited spaces. The V-141 linear motor stage is available in […]

Filed Under: Linear Motors Tagged With: Physik Instrumente

Scott Jordan Named Head of Photonics by PI

December 7, 2016 By Danielle Collins Leave a Comment

PI (Physik Instrumente), a leading provider of photonics alignment, nanopositioning, and precision motion control systems has appointed Scott Jordan as Head of the Photonics Market Segment. Jordan, a PI Fellow, holds a Bachelor of Science degree and Master of Science degree, both in Physics, from University of California, Irvine and an MBA in Finance and […]

Filed Under: Featured, Industry News, Piezo Motors Tagged With: Physik Instrumente, pi

Alignment engine from PI is R&D 100 Award finalist

September 13, 2016 By Danielle Collins Leave a Comment

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A solution is now available for fast, parallel, nanoscale-accurate, multi-degree-of-freedom global optical alignment optimization required in key SiP production steps from planar test to packaging. The FMPA Fast Multichannel Photonics Alignment Engine is an advanced alignment system based on a highly specialized digital motion controller with embedded advanced alignment and tracking functionality and a hybrid […]

Filed Under: Gantries + Stages, Industry News, Piezo Motors Tagged With: Physik Instrumente, pi

Linear motor stage with absolute encoder and ironless motor

July 31, 2015 By Mike Santora Leave a Comment

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Physik Instrumente has released a new member of the PIMag family of precision positioning stages with magnetic direct drives. The compact ultra-precise V-551 motorized linear translation stage debuted at Laser World of Photonics, held in Munich, Germany last month. V-551 comes equipped with an integrated absolute-measuring, 2nm resolution encoder – no more wasted time for […]

Filed Under: Gantries + Stages, Linear Encoders Tagged With: Physik Instrumente, physikinstrumente

What are Positioning Stages and Tables? Technical Summary

August 25, 2013 By Motion Control Tips Editor Leave a Comment

Updated May 2015. || Positioning stages and tables are used in motion control systems to hold down a work piece or position it for some operation. Stages or tables, whether linear or rotary, are most often complete motion sub-systems. That is, they are motion systems themselves comprised of components such as linear motion elements, motors […]

Filed Under: FAQs + basics, Gantries + Stages, Linear Motion, Rotary Tables Tagged With: Physik Instrumente

M-272 linear actuator based on maintenance-free ultrasonic motor technology

January 18, 2011 By Motion Control Tips Editor Leave a Comment

Piezo motor specialist PI (www.pi-usa.us) proudly launches its latest line of linear actuator, the M-272 linear actuator or automation applications. It is maintenance-free as it is based on PILine ultrasonic ceramic motor. PILine ultrasonic piezo drives provide an affordable substitute to motor-leadscrew combinations and electromagnetic linear motors when small dimensions and/or high speed are important. […]

Filed Under: Actuators, Linear Motion Tagged With: Physik Instrumente, pi

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