Preconfigured Multi-Axis System for Industrial Applications

Optimizing Design and Development Time

Reducing design and development time is a decisive competitive factor in precision automation. This is why companies striving for optimum performance in areas such as laser material processing or metrology should rely on a powerful, well-configured system. PI supports this approach with the configurable Integrated Multi-Axis System (IMAS). The globally proven, modularly configurable system is based on a standardized, integrated approach for different expansion stages and comes configured and fully tuned including controls. The choice of several performance classes makes the system suitable for numerous applications and budget requirements. All this enables PI to offer a reliably available solution for efficiently setting up and successfully integrating new processes.

Key Benefits of the Solution

Flexible building kit based on proven components
Choice of components to suit application requirements
Easy to set-up
Functional safety
Base plate, mounting bracket, wide range of accessories
Short lead time
Preconfigured with cable management
Delivery includes alignment, adjustment, calibration and detailed test reports
On-site support by engineering and application experts

Platform Features

Exceptional contouring, enhanced by ServoBoost
Increased throughput and accuracy
ACS high-performance controller
SPS/PLC software
EtherCAT
Easy integration of lasers
Supported by measurement data / Mapping

XY Axis – Workpiece Positioning

  • Choice between high-load XY linear stages with various travel ranges from 102 mm to 407 mm
  • XY drag chain cable management for smooth integration
  • Stage tuning for selectable payloads
  • Metrology options: XY orthogonality to 35 to 20 µrad, axis mapping, 2D mapping
  • High dynamic motors in various performance classes
  • Connector for purge air, side seal, and hard cover to protect against particles

>> X-417 Integrated Multi-Axis System

Z Axis – Adjustment

  • High-load linear stage with holding brake
  • Various travel ranges from 102 mm to 204 mm
  • Available as a folded version for a reduced installation space in Z axis
  • The Z axis can also be mounted directly on the XY cross table or to a fixed structure, travel range 26 mm
  • A supplementary rotary stage will be available in the future
  • Robust industrial IP65 connectors for flexible cable exit

>> X-417 Integrated Multi-Axis System

Motion Control

  • ACS EtherCAT® network motion control
    >> G-901 Motion Controller in three versions
  • Synchronization of motion to laser/event for high accuracy cutting at high speeds
    >> PEG / Laser Control Module*
  • Servo control for improved tracking at higher duty cycles and for disturbance rejection
    >> ServoBoost™*
  • Support of higher-level languages: C, C#, .Net, LabView™, MATLAB®, Visual Basic®, Python

*Optional add-ons

Scalable Standard Integration Levels with Flexible Travel Ranges, Payloads, Mounting Options and Optional Accessories

Accessories

  • Granite base plate
  • Breadboards for mounting devices
  • Alloy or granite brackets for flexible mounting options
  • Galvo scanner fixture
  • User interface software >> SPiiPlusSPC for complete control of machine motion, lasers, scanners, cameras, and automation components

Experience the System in Motion

Applications at a Glance

Laser drilling

Laser welding

Laser cutting

Ultrashort pulse laser machining

Laser ablation

Galvo integration

Ceramics and diamond cutting

Test and inspection

Electronics manufacturing

Downloads

Brochure

Preconfigured Multi-Axis System for Industrial Applications

Shape the Future of Precision Automation

Version / Date
BRO99E 2024-11
pdf - 1 MB
Anglais
Livre Blanc

Advance Control Technology for Laser Material Processing

How to make it easier for system integrators to design and build advanced systems for a new age of laser applications

Version / Date
WP4027 2020-03
pdf - 1 MB
Anglais

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