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New Release - VSM24-R High Load (Rigid) UHV Rotation Stage 

Posted on Thursday 10th October 2024 at 9:00

The VSM24-R is a new addition to AML's VSM range of ultra high vacuum compatible stages. Featuring high specification bearings, the VSM24-R has a high 250 kg centred load capacity. Its rigid bearing arrangement also makes it ideally suited for applications that feature large off-centre loads. The VSM24-R was adapted from a recent custom stage design which we discussed in a recent blog. Click here to read about that stage and its application.   VSM24-R Vacuum: 1x10-10 mbar 0.005 ° resol... Read more

New Release - VSM30-X Extra Long Travel UHV Linear Stage 

Posted on Monday 29th July 2024 at 15:00

The VSM30-X is a new addition to AML's VSM range of ultra high vacuum compatible stages. This stage features extra long travel ranges, enabling AML to provide UHV linear stages with travels from 50 mm with the VSM17-X-050, up to 1000 mm with the VSM30-X-1000.   VSM30-X Vacuum Environment: 1x10-10 mbar 5 µm resolution (1 µm with option HR) D42.1 UHV stepper motor Bakeable to 150 °C Limit switches included as standard   With travel ranges from 500 to 1000 mm, the VSM30-X... Read more

5-Axis VSM17 Mechanism - Designed and Optimised for UHV 

Posted on Monday 3rd June 2024 at 13:00

Our latest ultra-high vacuum mechanism highlights the versatility of the VSM17 stages. Constructed with five standard VSM17s, it features linear, vertical and rotation type stages. A custom bracket is used to adapt stages for the mechanism's application. Designed and optimised for UHVVacuum: 1x10-10 mBar5-axes of movementUtilising standard VSM17 stage Axis Details: X & Y VSM17-X-050: 50 mm travel. 5µm resolution. UHV-prepared aluminium construction. AML D35.1 UHV stepper motor. Click... Read more

New Release - SMD4 Stepper Motor Drive Now Available! 

Posted on Friday 15th March 2024 at 11:00

We are excited to share that the SMD4 is now available for sale. The SMD4 is a single-axis bipolar stepper motor drive that has been specifically designed and optimised for use with our series of UHV stepper motors. In conjunction with the AML Device Control software, this is the best way to control AML's UHV stepper motors.  The SMD4 builds upon Arun Microelectronics’ decades of experience in designing and manufacturing UHV compatible stepper motors and stepper motor drives. The SMD... Read more

VSM17-R-72K Rotation Stage Options 

Posted on Monday 22nd January 2024 at 11:37

The VSM17-R-72K is AML's high-performance rotation stage with specification highlights that include 0.005° resolution, a load capacity of 100 kg and 360° continuous rotation. This post explores all the options available for the VSM17-R-72K, alongside our new video demonstration. Each option adapts the stage for a specific purpose, such as increasing the range of control process available, or adapting the stage for compatibility in unique environments.  ... Read more