IMS 300-600 mm Travel Aluminum DC Motor Linear Stages
IMS 300-600 mm Travel Aluminum DC Motor Linear Stages
The IMS Series is a robust line of fast, sub-micron resolution linear stages constructed with a light, stiff aluminum body and reliable components that prevent thermal bending effects. They complement the ILS Series linear stages by providing longer travel ranging from 300-600 mm and are capable of high-duty cycles in industrial and laboratory applications. These DC motor-driven stages are suited for applications that need faster speeds and higher repeatability. For even more demanding precision positioning requirements, a version with an integrated linear scale is available to provide very fine resolution and repeatability.
- Stiff, FEM optimized extruded aluminum body prevents thermal bending effects
- Preloaded, backlash-free ballscrew drive allows rapid movements
- Precision recirculating ball bearing slides provide accurate linear motion
- Plug and Play - ESP compatible
- DC motors for high speed and linear encoder version for very fine resolution See All Features
| Compare | Description | Drawings, CAD & Specs | Avail. | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | IMS300CC IMS Long Travel Aluminum DC Motor Linear StagesMotorized Linear Stage, 300 mm Travel, DC Motor, Rotary Encoder, 1/4-20 | |||||
| IMS300CCHA IMS Long Travel Aluminum DC Motor Linear StagesMotorized Linear Stage, 300 mm Travel, DC Motor, Linear Encoder, 1/4-20 | |||||
 | IMS400CC IMS Long Travel Aluminum DC Motor Linear StagesMotorized Linear Stage, 400 mm Travel, DC Motor, Rotary Encoder, 1/4-20 | |||||
| IMS400CCHA IMS Long Travel Aluminum DC Motor Linear StagesMotorized Linear Stage, 400 mm Travel, DC Motor, Linear Encoder, 1/4-20 | |||||
| IMS500CC IMS Long Travel Aluminum DC Motor Linear StagesMotorized Linear Stage, 500 mm Travel, DC Motor, Rotary Encoder, 1/4-20 | |||||
| IMS500CCHA IMS Long Travel Aluminum DC Motor Linear StagesMotorized Linear Stage, 500 mm Travel, DC Motor, Linear Encoder, 1/4-20 | |||||
| IMS600CC IMS Long Travel Aluminum DC Motor Linear StagesMotorized Linear Stage, 600 mm Travel, DC Motor, Rotary Encoder, 1/4-20 | |||||
| IMS600CCHA IMS Long Travel Aluminum DC Motor Linear StagesMotorized Linear Stage, 600 mm Travel, DC Motor, Linear Encoder, 1/4-20 | |||||
| M-IMS300CC IMS Long Travel Aluminum DC Motor Linear StagesMotorized Linear Stage, 300 mm Travel, DC Motor, Rotary Encoder, M6 | |||||
| M-IMS300CCHA IMS Long Travel Aluminum DC Motor Linear StagesMotorized Linear Stage, 300 mm Travel, DC Motor, Linear Encoder, M6 |
Compatible Controllers
Compatible motion controllers for these stepper motor driven stages are shown below:
- XPS-RLD Motion Controller (2 or 4 Axis): Requires an XPS-DRV11 Driver Module.
- XPS-D Motion Controller (2, 4, 6 or 8 Axis): Requires an XPS-DRV11 Driver Module.
- ESP302 Motion Controller (1, 2 or 3 Axis): Plug and Play compatible with ESP302 Motion Controllers.
Specifications
Features
FEM-Optimized Aluminum Body
Finite element method (FEM) was used to optimize the structural design of the IMS Series stage aluminum body allowing for extreme stiffness and minimizing bi-metal bending without compromising weight. The rigid body design reduces deflection under load allowing for the highest performance possible in an aluminum stage design. FEM optimized ILS stages are also available which offer shorter travel ranges, lower load capacities, and smaller moving platforms.
DC Motor for High Speed and Repeatability
DC Motors are best characterized by their high speeds, smooth motion, good efficiency and a high power/weight ratio. As such, they are preferrable to stepper motor stages for applications requiring high dynamic speed and tight repeatability.
Other IMS Stage Features
A rigid top cover prevents damage to the drive train and protects it from dust and debris. IMS Series stages also feature a motor-end mounted origin for repeatable initialization, limit switches to prevent over travel, and elastomeric end-of-run dampers for smooth emergency braking.
Recirculating Ball Bearing Slides
Backlash-free Precision Ground Ballscrew
These motorized linear stages include a preloaded, backlash-free, precision ground ball screw, which provides smooth, rapid motion with short step and settling time. The screw profile is designed to reduce heating effects, extending the life of the stage.
Rotary or Linear Encoder Options
IMS-CC stages feature a 4000 pts/rev. encoder mounted directly on the screw in order to prevent screw/motor coupling errors, consequently boosting stage motion accuracy. For more demanding precision positioning requirements, the IMS-CCHA versions utilize an integrated linear scale that provides 0.1 µm resolution feedback and delivers 0.2 µm minimum incremental motion.
Rotary Encoder
Linear Encoder
Error Mapping Services
For critical positioning applications, Newport offers error mapping upon request for IMS-CCHA stages driven by our XPS advanced motion controller. We will measure, implement, and verify the results of this error map that will individually optimize each stage's position accuracy. In addition, multi-axis error mapping is also available. Measurements are made at 20.0 ±0.2 °C. A certificate of calibration will be provided with your stage. Actual data may also be provided upon request.
Individual Stage Metrology Report is Included
<h3 class="text-center">Multi-Axis Assemblies</h3>
Newport's standard motorized stages and components can be easily combined to create hundreds of possible multi-axis systems. Depending on the products and application, our standard assemblies are available with the following precision alignments:
- Orthogonality to 50 μrad
- Axes Coincidence to 20 μm
Precision Integrated Systems
Newport can design and build high performance, cost-effective solutions for precision industrial and laboratory applications. This video shows an optical metrology system using all Newport products: IMS300CCHA and IMS-LM linear stages for two axes of travel, rails for straightness and stability, cable management, granite base with vibration isolation, and workstation.
XY Assembly Example
An IMS300 linear stage (X-axis) and ILS150 linear stage (Y-axis) mounted directly to each other for high precision and accuracy in two axes of linear motion.
XZ Assembly Example
An IMS300 linear stage (X-axis) and a GTS30V vertical stage (Z-axis) mounted directly to each other for high precision and accuracy in two axes of linear motion.
X-Θz Assembly Example
An IMS300 linear stage (X-axis) and a URS150 rotation stage (Θz angle) mounted directly to each other for high precision and accuracy in one axis of linear motion and one axis of rotary motion.
X-Θy Assembly Example
An IMS linear stage and an RV rotation stage mounted on an EQ180 right angle bracket for high precision and accuracy in one axis of linear motion and one axis of rotary motion.
XYZ Assembly Example
An IMS linear stage (X-axis), an ILS linear stage (Y-axis) mounted directly to the IMS, and an ILS linear stage mounted on an EQ120 right angle bracket (Z-axis) provide high precision and accuracy in three axes of linear motion.
XY-Θz Assembly Example
An IMS300 linear stage (X-axis), an ILS150 linear stage (Y-axis) and a URS100 rotation stage (Θz angle) mounted directly to each other for high precision and accuracy in two axes of linear motion and one axis of rotary motion.
Resources
Manuals
EQ120 & EQ180 Brackets User Manual(832.5 kB, PDF) IMS Linear Stages User's Manual(1.8 MB, PDF)
