Machine Tool Accessories

The new reference-class linear stages family, L-417 and V-417, from PI (Physik Instrumente), are available in ballscrew and linear motor configurations, both cost effective designs, offering high resolution with improved tracking performance, smaller tracking error and improved settling time. Applications for both include high demands on dynamics, precision, smooth scan motion, short settling times and low tracking error, such as laser cutting, scanning, digital printing, electronics assembly and inspection, AOI (Automatic Optical Inspection), automation, and flat panel manufacturing.

The SCHUNK ELP can be adjusted in two simple steps, making it a very user-friendly electric linear module. The end positions can be mechanically adjusted with a screw, and the speed of extension and retraction is adjusted using rotary switches on the side of the unit.

JW Winco Inc. has available GN 509.4 heavy-duty ball transfer units without flange.

Custom-designed shaft collars and rigid couplings that solve specific mechanical drive or packaging system and conveyor component compatibility issues are available from Stafford Manufacturing Corp.

WDS Component Parts Ltd. has introduced a range of stainless steel lift off hinges (or detachable hinges) for cleanroom environments where corrosion resistance is critical. The development of these new parts has been built on the company’s experience in the medical and health care sectors, and provides a range of hinges that is suited to the broadest spread of cleanroom applications.

The new F-712.PM1 high-speed optical power meter from PI (Physik Instrumente) converts optical signals and currents of photodiodes into a high resolution, logarithmic analog voltage signal. Its high bandwidth of 20kHz enables faster optical alignment, when used in conjunction with PI’s high-speed FMPA photonics alignment systems for SiP (Silicon Photonics) applications. The extended wavelength range of 400nm to 1,550nm allows working in both the visible and infrared range without switching.

Vision Research introduces the Phantom S990 machine vision camera. The S990 features the right combination of fast frame rate, high resolution and available throughput for use in demanding machine vision applications in multiple industries.