Single-axis piezo nanopositioning controllers

Nanopositioning Controllers: 1-Axis Digital & Analog

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Single-Axis Piezo Nanopositioning Controllers

The resolution, stability and performance of a piezo nanopositioning controller directly influence the accuracy of the complete nanopositioning system. Digital servos are useful when high positioning linearity, software configuration and changing load conditions are important. Analog servos can provide low noise, fast response and attractive cost when the application does not require extensive digital optimization.

PI piezo nanopositioning controllers are available for strain gauge and capacitive feedback systems, OEM integration, bench-top operation, modular rack systems and high-power piezo actuator drive applications.

Digital Piezo Nanopositioning Controllers
E-709 digital piezo nanopositioning controller

E-709 Digital Piezo Nanopositioning Controller: Low Cost, High Performance

  • Fast digital servo with software-configurable parameters
  • Versions for strain gauge and capacitive feedback sensors
  • Digital linearization for improved positioning linearity
  • USB, fast serial interface and RS-232
  • High-bandwidth analog control interface / sensor input
  • Analog output for position signal or external amplifier control
  • Low-cost OEM versions available

The E-709 combines digital signal processing flexibility with cost efficiency. It supports digital 5th-order polynomial linearization, several digital interfaces and an analog input that can be configured as position command or sensor input.

E-753 ultra-high performance digital controller

E-753 Ultra-High Performance Digital Piezo Nanopositioning Controller

  • Extensive software support
  • 100 kHz sensor sampling
  • 32-bit floating point DSP and 24-bit low-noise D/A converters
  • Ethernet and RS-232 interfaces
  • High-bandwidth analog control input / sensor input
  • ID-chip capability for controller and mechanics interchangeability
  • For nanopositioning systems with capacitive feedback

The E-753 is designed for demanding accuracy and dynamic-performance requirements in high-precision nanopositioning systems.

E-609 piezo nanopositioning controller card

Custom Low-Cost OEM Piezo Nanopositioning Controller Card

  • Cost-efficient digital piezo controller for OEMs
  • Digital servo tuning and parameter setting by software
  • 0 to 10 V analog command interface
  • Digital algorithms improve linearity
  • USB interface for setup and configuration

The E-609 brings digital piezo control into cost-sensitive OEM systems. For easy integration, it can be commanded through a standard analog voltage signal while still providing digital servo configuration.

Analog Piezo Controllers with Digital Interfaces
E-625 benchtop piezo controller

E-625 Bench-Top Piezo Nanopositioning Servo-Controller & Driver

  • USB interface with 24-bit DAC resolution
  • Additional high-bandwidth analog interface
  • Networkable up to 12 channels
  • Up to 12 W peak power
  • Choice of strain gauge or capacitive feedback
  • Notch filter for higher bandwidth
  • User-defined curves

The E-625 provides a high-speed USB interface, precision 24-bit A/D converters, analog command input and an integrated low-noise piezo driver.

E-665 bench-top piezo servo controller and driver

Custom Bench-Top Piezo Nanopositioning Servo-Controller & Driver

  • USB interface with 24-bit DAC resolution
  • Display and manual controls
  • Additional high-bandwidth analog interface
  • Networkable up to 12 channels
  • 360 mA peak current
  • Versions for capacitive or strain gauge feedback
  • Notch filter for higher bandwidth

The E-665 provides more current than the E-625 and adds display and manual controls in a bench-top metal case.

E-621 piezo nanopositioning servo controller card

E-621 Piezo Nanopositioning Servo-Controller & Driver Card

  • OEM card version of the E-625 bench-top unit
  • USB interface and 24-bit DAC resolution
  • Additional high-bandwidth analog interface
  • Multi-axis configuration with special chassis
  • Up to 12 W peak power
  • Strain gauge or capacitive feedback versions

The E-621 can be installed in an E-500.621 rack for up to 12 channels, making it useful for compact OEM and multi-channel piezo control systems.

E-610 OEM piezo amplifier

E-610 OEM Piezo Amplifier / Nanopositioning Controller Card

  • Cost-effective one-channel OEM solution
  • Analog control interface from 0 to 10 V
  • Closed-loop and open-loop versions
  • Notch filter for higher bandwidth
  • Strain gauge or capacitive feedback versions
  • Up to 180 mA peak current

The E-610 is an OEM closed-loop piezo controller with integrated low-noise piezo driver for compact embedded systems.

Modular and High-Power Piezo Controllers
E-501 modular piezo nanopositioning controller

E-501 Modular Piezo Nanopositioning Controller, 9.5" Rack

  • Modular 9.5 inch chassis
  • Amplifier modules for low-voltage and high-voltage operation
  • 30 to 400 W peak power options
  • Servo control modules for strain gauge and capacitive sensors
  • Digital interface and display module options

The E-500 / E-501 rack system can be configured with different amplifier, sensor, interface and servo-controller modules for a wide range of piezo control applications.

E-618 high dynamics high power piezo amplifier

E-618 High-Dynamics, High-Power Piezo Amplifier

  • 20 A peak current
  • Microsecond rise time
  • 3200 W peak power
  • 15 kHz bandwidth for high-dynamics applications
  • Piezo ceramics protection with temperature sensor
  • Analog and optional digital interfaces

The E-618 is designed for ultra-high-dynamics operation of piezo actuators. It can output and sink high peak current in a voltage range of -30 to 130 V.

E-617 energy recovery piezo amplifier

E-617 Energy Recovery Piezo Amplifier, 280 W Power

  • Energy recovery for reduced power consumption
  • 280 W peak power
  • 2000 mA peak current
  • OEM module and top-hat-rail versions
  • Designed for high-capacitance piezo actuators

The energy recovery circuit makes the E-617 an efficient high-power piezo driver for high-capacitance actuators at kilohertz operating frequencies.

Multi-axis nanopositioning controllers

Multi-Axis Nanopositioning Controllers

For multi-axis nanopositioning systems, see digital and analog controller options for coordinated multi-axis motion, scanning and precision alignment.