3 Product Description
P-56x Nanopositioners
PZ248E
Version: 1.0.0
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3.5 Recommended Piezo Controllers
To operate a P-56x, you need a piezo controller. The device is selected depending on
the type of application. The table below lists suitable controllers (X = suitable).
Controller
C
h
a
n
n
e
ls
P
-56
x.
3C
D
P
-56
x.
3D
D
P
-56
x.
3C
L
E-500 modular piezo controller with E-509.C3A control module for
capacitive sensors and E-503 3-channel amplifier
Optional: E-517 interface and display module
3
–
X
E-500 modular piezo controller with E-509.C3A control module for
capacitive sensors and 3× E-505 1-channel high-performance
amplifier
Optional: E-517 interface and display module
3
–
X
E-712 digital piezo controller, modular system for up to 6 axes
3 / 6
X
–
E-725 digital piezo controller for up to 3 axes
3
X
–
E-761 digital piezo controller for up to 3 axes, PCI card
3
X
–
3.6 Technical Features
3.6.1 PICMA® Piezo Actuators
P-56x stages are driven by PICMA® piezo actuators. PICMA® actuators have
all-ceramic insulation and are therefore far superior to conventional actuators in
respect to performance and lifetime. The monolithic piezoceramic block is protected
against humidity and failure due to increased leakage current by a ceramic insulation
layer. In this way, an especially high reliability is achieved even under extreme
ambient conditions. In contrast to motorized drives, there are no rotating parts or
friction. The piezo actuators are therefore backlash-, maintenance- and wear-free.
