Aerotech: Linear Motor Drive Precision Stage (ATS2000 Series)

Linear Stages

Aerotech manufactures a large selection of positioning stages including linear stage models that utilize our own brushless linear direct-drive servomotors, as well as ball-screw models driven with Aerotech brush or brushless rotary motors. Innovators in linear stage design, manufacture and integration, Aerotech builds linear positioning stages for high-performance applications in industrial robots, fiber optics and photonics, vision systems, machine tools, assembly, semiconductor equipment, medical component laser machining, laser micromachining, electronic manufacturing, and other industrial automation applications.

Aerotech linear stages are available in X, XY and XYZ combinations to meet your motion requirements.

ATS2000 Mechanical-Bearing Ball-Screw Linear Stage

Design Features

The ATS2000 is a compact, high-performance stage that is as accurate as it is reliable. A rigid base, fully sealed metal waycovers and high-performance brushless servomotor make the ATS2000 the stage of choice in industrial applications such as laser machining, ceramic scribing or any other application requiring high accuracy in a production environment.

Rugged Construction

Based on the same platform as the larger ATS5000 series, the ATS2000 has many of the same design features. The tabletop utilizes stainless steel Helicoil™ inserts to protect mounting holes against thread wear. An integral metal waycover is provided to protect the stage from hot sparks or debris. Both the metal waycover and tabletop are treated with a hardcoat (Rockwell 62 hardness) that is scratch-resistant and provides outstanding protection in the harshest applications.

To further provide the stage with protection from a caustic environment, the ATS2000 utilizes Aerotech's unique tensioned side-seal system. The seals are in a vertical orientation that prevents debris from accumulating on top of them, and are tensioned to create a tight seal. An optional air-purge fitting is available that allows air to be forced into the body of the stage. This creates a positive pressure that prevents any particulate, no matter how fine, from entering the stage.

To aid in system assembly, the base mounting holes are located outboard of the stage.

High Performance

Sealed linear motion guide bearings with integral wipers are incorporated to provide excellent payload capability and long life. Noncontact linear encoders with submicron repeatabilities are available on all ATS2000 series stages. Optional HALAR and HALSF factory calibration options are available that further increase the standard accuracy, straightness and flatness specifications to even finer precision.

Motor and Drives

Included with all ATS2000 series stages is Aerotech's high performance BMS series brushless, slotless servomotor. Aerotech manufactures a wide range of matching drives and controls to provide a fully integrated and optimized solution.

Model No.: ATS20010, ATS20015, ATS20020, ATS20025, ATS20030