Newport VP-25XA User Manual

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  • Page 1 Artisan Technology Group is your source for quality new and certified-used/pre-owned equipment SERVICE CENTER REPAIRS WE BUY USED EQUIPMENT • FAST SHIPPING AND DELIVERY Experienced engineers and technicians on staff Sell your excess, underutilized, and idle used equipment at our full-service, in-house repair center We also offer credit for buy-backs and trade-ins •...
  • Page 2 VP-25XA Precision Compact Linear Stage RoHS Compliant ’ ANUAL For Motion, Think Newport Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 3: Warranty

    This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular use. Newport Corporation shall not be liable for any indirect, special, or consequential damages. No part of this manual may be reproduced or copied without the prior writ- ten approval of Newport Corporation.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    6.3 Cables ......................9 — Connection to Non-Newport Electronics .....10 — Dimensions .................11 8.1 (M-)VP-25XA Precision Compact Linear Stage ........11 8.2 (M-)VP-25XA Stage without Top Plate Interface........11 EDH0185En1020 — 07/11 Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 5 VP-25XA Precision Compact Linear Stage — Assemblies ..................12 9.1 XY Mounting ....................12 9.2 XYZ Configuration...................13 10.0 — Maintenance ................14 10.1 Maintenance.....................14 10.2 Repairing ....................14 10.3 Calibration....................14 Service Form ......................15 EDH0185En1020 — 07/11 Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 6: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    MICRO-CONTROLE Spectra-Physics, 1 rue Jules Guesde ZI. Bois de l'Epine - BP189 F-91006 Evry FRANCE Hereby declares that the machinery: Description: "VP-25XA" Function: Precision Compact Linear Stage Models: (M-)VP-25XA – the technical file of which was compiled by: Mr Dominique DEVIDAL, Quality Director, MICRO-CONTROLE Spectra-Physics, Zone Industrielle - B.P.29...
  • Page 7: Definitions And Symbols

    This symbol designates an area where personal injury or damage to the equipment is possible. European Union CE Mark The presence of the CE Mark on Newport Corporation equipment means that it has been designed, tested and certified as complying with all applicable European Union (CE) regulations and recommendations.
  • Page 8: Warnings

    Stop using the stage immediately, switch off the motor power and then disconnect the electronics power supply. After checking that smoke is no longer being emitted contact your Newport service facility and request repairs. Never attempt to repair the stage yourself as this can be dangerous. WARNING Make sure that this stage is not exposed to moisture and that liquid does not get into the stage.
  • Page 9: Cautions

    When the carriage is in its end-of-run position, it is strongly recommended not to go beyond this point by using the manual knob as this may damage the stage mechanism. CAUTION Contact your Newport service facility to request cleaning and specification control every year. viii EDH0185En1020 — 07/11...
  • Page 10: Introduction

    VP-25XA Precision Compact Linear Stage Precision Compact Linear Stage VP-25XA Introduction This manual provides operating instructions for the (M-)VP-25XA precision compact linear stage. VP-25XA translation stage. RECOMMENDATION We recommend you read carefully the chapter “Connection to electron- ics” before using the VP-25XA stage.
  • Page 11: Description

    Zero) is at the center of travel, with a reference on the optical scale. For optimal performance, we recommend the use of our ESP or MM series motion controllers. The VP-25XA stage is equipped with a cable of 1.5 m length and a 25-pin sub-D connector for connection to our motion controllers. Characteristics...
  • Page 12: Mechanical Specifications

    VP-25XA Precision Compact Linear Stage Reversal Value (Hysteresis) Difference between actual position values obtained for a given target posi- tion when approached from opposite directions. Minimum Incremental Motion (Sensitivity) Minimum motion that a stage can achieve. Our stages and our kinematic chain are conceived in such a way that sensitivity is better than the resolu- tion of the encoder.
  • Page 13: Load Characteristics And Stiffness

    VP-25XA Precision Compact Linear Stage Off-Centered Load (Q) Maximum cantilever-load a stage can move: Q ≤ Cz / (1 + D/30) Cantilever distance. Load Characteristics and Stiffness – Cx; + Cx kαx (µrad/N.m) kαy (µrad/N.m) kαz (µrad/N.m) Normal Load Characteristics...
  • Page 14: Drive

    VP-25XA Precision Compact Linear Stage Drive The VP-25XA stage is equipped with DC-motor and a metal optical scale. Specifications Resolution Maximum Speed Motor (µm) (mm/s) VP-25XA UE25CC Motor DC Motor Characteristics Nominal Max. Motor Voltage Current Resistance Inductance (mH) UE25CC 0.83...
  • Page 15: Sensor Position

    Index Pulse and Index Pulse are “differential pair” type output signals. Using these signals permits a high immunity to noise. Emission circuits generally used by Newport are 26LS31 or MC3487. Reception circuits to use are 26LS32 or MC3486. Feedback Signal Position...
  • Page 16: Pinouts

    Emission circuits generally used by Newport are 26LS31 or MC3487. Reception circuits to use are 26LS32 or MC3486 respectively. Pinouts The 25-pin Sub-D connection for the VP-25XA stage is given in the following table: UE25CC: (M-)VP-25XA + Tachometer N.C.
  • Page 17: Connection To Newport Electronics

    VP-25XA Precision Compact Linear Stage Connection to Newport Electronics Warnings on electronic units Electronic units are intended for use by qualified personnel who recognize shock hazards and are familiar with safety precautions required to avoid possible injury. Read the electronics manual carefully before operating the instrument and pay attention to all written warnings and cautions.
  • Page 18: Connection

    Cables Our VP-25XA stage is delivered equipped with a 1.5-meter cable with 25-pin Sub- D connector. It can be directly connected to our controllers/drivers of MM or ESP series.
  • Page 19: Connection To Non-Newport Electronics

    Precision Compact Linear Stage Connection to Non-Newport Electronics WARNING Newport takes no responsibility for improper functioning or damage of a stage when it is used with any non- Newport electronics. WARNING Newport guarantees the "EC" compliance of the VP-25XA translation stages only if they are used with Newport cables and electronics.
  • Page 20: Dimensions

    5 µm. (M-)VP-25XA Stage without Top Plate Interface Sometimes, it is necessary to remove the top plate interface of a (M-)VP-25XA stage (to make an XY assembly, for example). To do so, just unscrew the 4 CHc M4 x 12 / 100 x 75 screws of the top plate with the wrench supplied with the stage.
  • Page 21: Assemblies

    VP-25XA Precision Compact Linear Stage VP-25XA stage will then have the following interface: 4 holes M4 thd / 100 x 75 CAUTION Once the top plate interface removed, one of carriages is floating on its axis. Floating Carriage Assemblies XY Mounting CAUTION •...
  • Page 22: Xyz Configuration

    VP-25XA Precision Compact Linear Stage XYZ Configuration (M-)VP-25XA stages can easily be assembled into XYZ configuration with optional (M-)VP-BK bracket. 8 holes Ø A thd, depth: 9, B spacing 42.5 40.5 ±12.7 2 x 4 holes Ø D thd, depth: 6 Note: 9 holes Ø...
  • Page 23: Maintenance

    It is recommended to return your stage to our After Sales Service after every 2000 hours of use for lubrication. If your VP-25XA stage is mounted on a workstation and cannot be easily dismantled, please contact our After Sales Service for further instruc- tions.
  • Page 24: Service Form

    Service Form Your Local Representative Tel.: Fax: Name: Return authorization #: (Please obtain prior to return of item) Company: Address: Date: Country: Phone Number: P.O. Number: Fax Number: Item(s) Being Returned: Model #: Serial #: Description: Reasons of return of goods (please list any specific problems): EDH0185En1020 —...
  • Page 25 Visit Newport Online at: w w w n e w p o r t c o m North America & Asia Europe Newport Corporation MICRO-CONTROLE Spectra-Physics S.A.S 1791 Deere Ave. 1, rue Jules Guesde – Bât. B Irvine, CA 92606, USA ZI Bois de l’Épine –...
  • Page 26 Artisan Technology Group is your source for quality new and certified-used/pre-owned equipment SERVICE CENTER REPAIRS WE BUY USED EQUIPMENT • FAST SHIPPING AND DELIVERY Experienced engineers and technicians on staff Sell your excess, underutilized, and idle used equipment at our full-service, in-house repair center We also offer credit for buy-backs and trade-ins •...

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