Chapter 1: Overview
The specifications in this manual pertain to the second generation of ANT95L stages. The ordering
options (
) and basic specifications (
) have changed. The visual differences
between second and first generation stages:
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an updated Aerotech logo
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a revised shipping clamp design
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and the introduction of additive (3D-printed) parts.
Refer to
. Contact Aerotech if you need a first generation manual.
Figure 1-1:
GEN2 vs GEN1 Visual Comparison
Table 1-1:
Model Numbers and Ordering Options
ANT95L Single-Axis Linear Direct-Drive Nanopositioning Stage
Travel (Required)
-025
25 mm travel
-050
50 mm travel
-075
75 mm travel
-100
100 mm travel
Feedback (Required)
-E1
Incremental linear encoders, 1 Vpp amplified sine output
-E2
Incremental linear encoders, digital RS422 output, 5 nm electrical
resolution
-E4
Incremental linear encoders, 1 Vpp amplified sine output, high-
performance
Mounting Plate (Optional)
-MP
Mounting plate
Performance Grade (Required)
-PL1
Base Performance
-PL2
High-accuracy performance
Integration (Required)
-TAS
Test as system: Testing, integration, and documentation of a group of
components as a complete system that will be used together.
-TAC
Test as components: Testing and integration of individual items as discrete
components that ship together.
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