Pneumatic Fiber Alignment Stage

Melles Griot has introduced a new range of pneumatic linear translation stages for fiber-alignment applications. These robust stages provide fast, repeatable movement of loads up to 50 kg. Designed specifically for process-automation applications in telecom component manufacturing, these stages are perfectly suited for load/unload positioning and for positioning accessories like adhesive dispensing and curing equipment.

With easy-to-adjust end stops, these pneumatic stages can rapidly move equipment up to 75 mm and position it with 2 mm repeatability. Lightweight aluminum construction and cross-roller bearings provide speeds up to 100 mm/second.

These low-maintenance pneumatic stages are easily integrated with machine-vision prealignment and Melles Griot NanoMax™ positioning stages to precisely position fibers and components to within 10 nm.

Melles Griot is a leading designer and manufacturer of automated manufacturing solutions for fiber-optic applications. We develop the systems from our own range of mechanical hardware, motion control technology, vibration-isolated ergonomic workstations, and machine vision products. The company has manufacturing and distribution activity in 41 countries and is a member of Barloworld Scientific Ltd.

Melles Griot Optical Systems, 55 Science Parkway, Rochester, NY 14620. Tel: 716-244-7220; Fax: 716-244-6292.