Optical Air Bearing A-311

Zero wear with air levitation and linear motor. Maximum speed 2 m/s, sensor resolution 1 nm.

In the field of optical lens polishing and processing, the shape accuracy and surface quality of the lens significantly influence the final optical performance, necessitating extremely high positioning accuracy and stability. Particularly in the polishing and surface processing stages, even slight vibrations or sliding friction can affect processing accuracy and reproducibility. The PIglide IS A-311 is a high-precision XY stage that employs non-contact support through air bearings and linear motor drive. By eliminating mechanical friction and stick-slip, it achieves smooth and stable planar motion, supporting the high positioning accuracy and repeatability required for optical applications. It contributes to stabilizing processing quality and improving process reproducibility in optical lens polishing processes and precise surface processing and evaluation stages. Additionally, the air bearing structure helps reduce dust generation, making it suitable for use in cleanroom environments. [Application Scenarios] - Lens polishing processes - Situations requiring high-precision surface processing - Use in cleanroom environments [Benefits of Implementation] - Achieves high-precision polishing - Reduces takt time - Improves product quality

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