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- Page 1 M150XY(/M) Brushless DC Motor Driven XY Stage User Guide...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
M150XY(/M) Brushless DC Motor Driven XY stage Table of Contents Chapter 1 Safety Information ....................1 General Warnings ........................1 Safe Handling Requirements ....................2 1.2.1 Transportation Brackets and Handles ....................2 Introduction ......................4 Chapter 2 Installation ......................5 Chapter 3 Environmental Conditions ...................... -
Page 3: Chapter 1 Safety Information
M150XY(/M) Brushless DC Motor Driven XY stage Chapter 1: Safety Information Chapter 1 Safety Information For the continuing safety of the operators of this equipment, and the protection of the equipment itself, the operator should take note of the Warnings, Cautions, and Notes throughout this handbook and, where visible, on the product itself. -
Page 4: Safe Handling Requirements
T-shaped handles. The T-shaped handles and transportation brackets should be fastened onto the top of the M150XY(/M) stage using the 1/4-20" (M6 x 1.0 mm) tapped holes shown in Figure 1. The handles and brackets must be securely fastened to ensure safe usage while moving the M150XY(/M) stage. - Page 5 M150XY(/M) Brushless DC Motor Driven XY stage Chapter 1: Safety Information Warning When moving the M150XY(/M) stage, do not turn the stage vertical or upside-down. This can result in injury to the user or damage to the stage. Note Remove the transportation bracket before use and install back while transporting the unit.
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Page 6: Chapter 2 Introduction
DC servo motors. There are fewer moving parts compared to a rotary motor which improves reliability and lifetime. The M150XY(/M) stage can be driven with any of the Thorlabs BBD series brushless DC motor controllers, however the BBD302 2-channel controller is recommended. These controllers can be operated with Thorlabs' Kinesis®... -
Page 7: Chapter 3 Installation
M150XY(/M) Brushless DC Motor Driven XY stage Chapter 3: Installation Chapter 3 Installation 3.1 Environmental Conditions Warning Operation outside the following environmental limits may adversely affect operator safety. If the unit has been stored at a low temperature or in an environment of high humidity, it must be allowed to reach ambient conditions before being powered up. -
Page 8: Unpacking And Handling
M150XY(/M) Brushless DC Motor Driven XY stage Chapter 3: Installation Note The M150XY(/M) stage is shipped with the transportation brackets attached using the 1/4"-20 (M6 x 1.0 mm) screws. 3.2.2 Unpacking and Handling Follow the unpacking instructions below to safely remove the stage. -
Page 9: General
M150XY(/M) Brushless DC Motor Driven XY stage Chapter 3: Installation Warning The stage is not suited to be mounted with a vertical (Z-axis) or upside-down configuration. Mounting the stage in a vertical configuration can pose risk of injury. 3.3.1 General... -
Page 10: Mounting The Stage To The Work Surface
3.3.3 Mounting the Stage to the Work Surface Figure 4 The M150XY(/M) stage is mounted using the four slots designed for 1/4" - 20 (M6 x 1.0 mm) socket cap screws (not provided). Caution Ensure that the stage is securely fastened to the work surface. When mounting the stage to the work surface, use only the four slots in the base plate as shown above. -
Page 11: Electrical Connections
Chapter 3: Installation Electrical Connections The stage must be driven by a Thorlabs BBD series controller. It is recommended to use the 2- channel BBD302 controller. Connect the motor leads to the MOTOR DRIVE connectors, and the encoder feedback leads to the FEEDBACK connectors. - Page 12 M150XY(/M) Brushless DC Motor Driven XY stage Chapter 3: Installation Pin out information for the motor drive and encoder feedback connectors on the motor flying leads is detailed below. Figure 6 Motor Drive Lead Pin Out Details MOTOR DRIVE Description...
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Page 13: Chapter 4 Operation
The M150XY(/M) stage is designed to be driven by the Thorlabs BBD302 Brushless DC Motor Controllers. The M150XY(/M) stage is connected to the controller via 2 flying leads terminated in D-type connectors (FEEDBACK) and 2 leads terminated in round 8-Pin DIN Connectors (MOTOR DRIVE). See Section 3.4 for details on the pin assignments. -
Page 14: Kinesis Software
Refer to the handbook supplied with the BBD controller and the helpfile supplied with the software for more information. The MX150XY(/M) is fully compatible with Thorlabs' Kinesis and XA software applications. The remainder of this manual describes the use of the stage with Kinesis software. For information about operation using Thorlabs' XA software, please refer to the XA User Guide. - Page 15 M150XY(/M) Brushless DC Motor Driven XY stage Chapter 4: Operation Caution The enable button of the controller should be used as a normal stop. The operational stop is the stop button on the interface software. On pressing the button, the moving plates will come to a complete stop.
- Page 16 M150XY(/M) Brushless DC Motor Driven XY stage Chapter 4: Operation 2. Click the Settings button on the GUI to display the Settings panel, then select the “Advanced Tab”. Figure 10 Advanced Control Loop Settings (X Axis) Page 14 ETN066500-D02...
- Page 17 M150XY(/M) Brushless DC Motor Driven XY stage Chapter 4: Operation Figure 11 Advanced Control Loop Settings (Y Axis) Caution Default PID values for 2 kg load placed in the center of the top plate have already been optimized and stored within the stage, and these are loaded into the controller on power up.
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Page 18: Stopping The Stage
M150XY(/M) Brushless DC Motor Driven XY stage Chapter 4: Operation Note Usually, the acceleration and velocity are 1000 mm/s and 100 mm/s respectively. When the stage is loaded heavily, e.g. 6 kg to 10 kg, the maximum achievable acceleration and velocity would be lower, such as 600 mm/s and 75 mm/s. -
Page 19: Position Error Messages
The product is maintenance free up to 5 million cycles. It is recommended to replace the internal flexible cable and relubricate the bearing carriers every 5 million cycles. The customer should contact their local Thorlabs Tech Support if any issues arise for more information. -
Page 20: Transportation
Please contact with Thorlabs Tech Support if the product malfunctions or breaks down. Contact details are contained in Chapter 7. -
Page 21: Chapter 5 Specifications
M150XY(/M) Brushless DC Motor Driven XY stage Chapter 5: Specifications Chapter 5 Specifications Item # M150XY(/M) X Axis Y Axis Travel Range 150 mm (5.91”) 150 mm (5.91”) Maximum Speed 170 mm/s 230 mm/s Maximum Acceleration 1000 mm/s 1000 mm/s Bidirectional Repeatability ±0.30 μm... -
Page 22: Additional Accessories List
XY control, a speed adjustment for fast or high precision movement, and a high-quality, anodized aluminum casing. It does not come with the stage. The BBD302 brushless DC servo controller is the recommended controller for the M150XY(/M) stage. It has 2 channels enabling control of both X- and Y- axes simultaneously. -
Page 23: Chapter 6 Certifications And Compliance
M150XY(/M) Brushless DC Motor Driven XY stage Chapter 6: Certifications and Compliance Chapter 6 Certifications and Compliance Rev. D, January 4, 2025 Page 21... -
Page 24: Chapter 7 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts
M150XY(/M) Brushless DC Motor Driven XY stage Chapter 7: Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts Chapter 7 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts For technical support or sales inquiries, please visit us at www.thorlabs.com/contact for our most up-to-date contact information. USA, Canada, and South America UK and Ireland Thorlabs, Inc. - Page 25 www.thorlabs.com...
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