MTN Series High Load Capacity Stepper Motor Linear Translation Stages
MTN Series High Load Capacity Stepper Motor Linear Translation Stages
MTN linear stages are durable, all-steel construction positioners with exceptional load capacity, stiffness and thermal stability. They are designed for applications that require moving heavy loads with sub-micron precision over 100-, 200- or 300-mm travel ranges. Stepper motors are a lower cost alternative to DC servo systems for less demanding applications. These stages feature micro-stepping to improve resolution and smoothness of motion. Run open-loop, position is attained by the number of commanded steps and micro-steps.
- 100 kg load capacity and high axial load capacity up to 200 N
- All steel construction offers high stiffness and thermal stability
- Backlash-compensated, diamond-corrected leadscrew for accurate motion
- Plug and Play - ESP compatible
- Lower cost alternative to DC servo systems See All Features
| Compare | Description | Drawings, CAD & Specs | Avail. | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | MTN100PP MTN High Load Steel Stepper Motor Linear StagesMotorized Linear Stage, Steel, Stepper Motor, 100 mm Travel, M4 and M6 | |||||
 | MTN100PPV6 MTN High Load Steel Stepper Motor Linear StagesMotorized Linear Stage, Steel, Stepper Motor, 100 mm Travel, Vacuum, M4 & M6 | |||||
 | MTN200PP MTN High Load Steel Stepper Motor Linear StagesMotorized Linear Stage, Steel, Stepper Motor, 200 mm Travel, M4 and M6 | |||||
| MTN200PPV6 MTN High Load Steel Stepper Motor Linear StagesMotorized Linear Stage, Steel, Stepper Motor, 200 mm Travel, Vacuum, M4 & M6 | |||||
 | MTN300PP MTN High Load Steel Stepper Motor Linear StagesMotorized Linear Stage, Steel, Stepper Motor, 300 mm Travel, M4 and M6 | |||||
| MTN300PPV6 MTN High Load Steel Stepper Motor Linear StagesMotorized Linear Stage, Steel, Stepper Motor, 300 mm Travel, Vacuum, M4 & 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 Controller.
Specifications
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Also available in a vacuum compatible version MTN-PPV6.
Features
All Steel Stage Body
Economical Micro-stepping Stepper Motor
For less demanding applications, a stepper motor can be a more economical solution than a DC motor. A stepper motor operates using the basic principle of magnetic attraction and repulsion, converting digital pulses into mechanical shaft rotation. To improve the resolution and smoothness of motion, the MTN-PP and MTN-PPV6 feature micro-stepping, a method of electronically dividing a full-step of motion into a high number of partial steps.
Vacuum Compatible Versions
The MTN-PPV6 are the vacuum compatible versions of the MTN stepper motor stage. They can be used in a vacuum environment down to 10-6 Torr. Their performance is the same as their corresponding MTN-PP stepper motor stage, except that the maximum speed is 20 mm/sec and centered load capacity is 100 N.
Diamond-Corrected Lead Screw and Precision-Lapped Nut
Recirculating ball bearings ensure better dynamics and lifetime, as well as equal axial load capacity in both directions.
Non-migrating Ball Cage Design
The non-migrating ball cage design eliminates cage drift, particularly in vertical applications, to enhance reliability.
Multi-Axis Stage Stacks and Table Mounting
For XY configurations of MTN stages, use the M-CAP-M61 captive screws. The same screws can also be used for bolting MTN stages directly to custom mounting surfaces via thru-holes at the carriage. For mounting MTN stages to optical tables, please use the MTN-BP base plate.
Individual Stage Metrology Report is Included
MTN Motor Options
MTN Series stages are available with Stepper, DC, or Brushless DC motors.
- Stepper Motor (MTN-PP): Stepper Motors are a lower cost alternative to DC motor systems for less demanding applications. Micro-stepping is used to improve resolution and smoothness of motion.
- DC Motor (MTN-CC): DC Motors are best characterized by their high speeds, smooth motion, good efficiency and a high power/weight ratio. They are preferable to stepper motor stages for applications requiring high dynamic speed and tight repeatability.
- Brushless DC Motor (MTN-BLHS): Brushless DC Motors offer faster speed and finer repeatability than standard DC motors. They are designed for applications that require moving heavy loads with high speed and repeatability
| MTN-PP (Stepper Motor) | MTN-CC (DC Motor) | MTN-BLHS (Brushless DC Motor) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Travel Range (mm) | 100 / 200 / 300 | 100 / 200 / 300 | 100 / 200 / 300 |
| Maximum Speed (mm/s) | 40 | 100 | 250 |
| Minimum Incremental Motion (nm) | 100 | 600 | 300 |
| Uni-directional Repeatability, Guaranteed (µm) | ±0.75 | ±0.75 | ±0.3 |
| Bi-directional Repeatability, Typical (Guaranteed) (µm) | ±1.75 (±2.75) | ±0.75 (±1.5) | ±0.3 (±0.5) |
| Accuracy, Typical (Guaranteed) (µm) | ±1.5 (±2.5) / ±2.0 (±2.5) / ±2.5 (±3.0) | ±1.5 (±2.5) / ±2.0 (±2.5) / ±2.5 (±3.0) | ±2.0 (±4.0) |
Accessories
MTN Stage Mounting Accessories
Accessories - Cables
| Compare | Description | Drawings, CAD & Specs | Avail. | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | MCAB-1 Cable, Motorized Stage, 1 m, DB25-M to DB25-F | |||||
 | MCAB-10 Cable, 10 m, DB25 Male to DB25 Female | |||||
| MCAB-3 Cable, 3 m, DB25 Male to DB25 Female | |||||
| MCAB-5 Cable, 5 m, DB25 Male to DB25 Female | |||||
| MCAB-7 Cable, 7 m, DB25 Male to DB25 Female |
Resources
Literature
MTN Data Sheet(1.2 MB, PDF) XPS Error Compensation Tech Note(919.6 kB, PDF)
Manuals
MTN Linear Stages User's Manual(1.6 MB, PDF)
