XYZ-axis nanopositioners
Series Summary
Nano-MET3 | High-speed ultra-low noise XYZ precision nanopositioning system |
Nano-HS3M | High-speed XYZ precision nanopositioning system |
Nano-HS | High-speed XY or XYZ nanopositioner with picometre precision |
Nano-M350 | Compact nanopositioning system with ¼" aperture |
Nano-3D200 | 3-axis, high-res nanopositioner at a very competitive price |
Nano-3D500 | Long range, 3-axis nanopositioning system |
Nano-PDQ | Extremely high-speed 2/3-axis nanopositioners with a large centre aperture |
Nano-T | Multi-axis nanopositioning systems with sub-nm resolution |
Nano-LP | Low profile nanopositioner for use with inverted optic microscopes |
Nano-LPMW | Low profile nanopositioner with 168 mm extra large aperture for use with inverted optic microscopes |
Nano-LPS | Lowest profile 83 mm apertured nanopositioners for optical microscopy |
Nano-LPQ | Ultra-low profile, high-speed nanopositioning system |
Each Mad City Labs nanopositioning stage is delivered with a factory-paired Nano-Drive controller. This ensures a calibrated system which is optimised for the chosen stage and other factors such as load and positioning speeds.
PDF 2D line drawings for the following nanopositioners and the full 132-page Mad City labs catalogue can be downloaded from the Documents menu to the right.
Nano-MET3 |
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Ideal for applications in High-speed and High-resolution positioning, Metrology, AFM, and SPM |
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The Nano-MET3 is an ultra-low noise, high-precision XYZ nanopositioning system with picometre positioning resolution. Internal position sensors utilising proprietary PicoQ® technology provide absolute, repeatable position measurement under closed loop control. The ultra-low position noise (4 pm/Hz in XY and 400 fm/Hzv in Z) of these nanopositioning systems make them ideal for demanding metrology applications, and the resonant frequency of 13.5 kHz in the z-axis of the Nano-MET3 offers the ultra-fast response needed for demanding AFM applications. Related products include the Nano-MET2, Nano-METZ, Nano-MET10 and Nano-MET20 nanopositioning systems.
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Nano-HS3M |
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Ideal for applications in High-speed and High-resolution positioning, Metrology, AFM, and SPM |
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The Nano-HS3M is a High-speed, XYZ precision nanopositioning system with picometre positioning resolution. Offering maximum versatility, the Nano- HS3M is designed for demanding metrology applications. Internal position sensors utilising proprietary PicoQ®technology provide absolute, repeatable position measurement under closed loop control. The compact footprint, ultra-low noise characteristics, and a Z-axis resonant frequency of 13.5 kHz make it ideal for metrology applications that require picometre noise floors and High-speed performance.
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Nano-HS |
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Ideal for applications in Precision Positioning, Metrology, AFM and SPM |
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The Nano-HS Series is a high-speed, multi-axis, precision nanopositioning system with picometre positioning resolution. Offering maximum versatility, the Nano-HS can be configured to provide XY or XYZ motion. Internal position sensors utilising proprietary PicoQ® technology provide absolute, repeatable position measurement under closed loop control. The compact footprint, ultra-low noise characteristics, and a Z-axis resonant frequency of 5 kHz make it ideal for metrology applications that require noise floors less than 10 picometres and/or High-speed performance.
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Nano-M350 |
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Ideal for applications in Alignment, Nanolithography, MEMS, and Scanning Microscopy |
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The Nano-M350 is a compact three axis (X, Y, Z) nanopositioning system of aluminium/titanium construction or Invar™, for the highest degree of thermal stability.
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Nano-3D200 |
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Ideal for applications in Optical Fibre Alignment, Hybrid Positioning Systems, and Nanofabrication |
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The Nano-3D200 is a compact three axis (XYZ) nanopositioning system constructed from aluminum. The compact design of the Nano-3D200 allows it to be easily integrated with coarse positioning stages (as shown left) and standard optical fixturing accessories.
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A number of papers have been published by scientists around the globe who have used a Mad City Labs' Nano-3D200 stage in their research. Here are some examples: |
Nano-3D500 |
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Ideal for applications in Optical Fibre Alignment, Hybrid Positioning Systems, Micromachining, and Micromanipulation |
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The Nano-3D500 is a long-range, three-axis (XYZ) nanopositioning system constructed from aluminum. Ideally suited for optical alignment applications and high precision static positioning, the Nano-3D500 uses unique internal flexures to produce independent, isolated movement in all axes.
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A number of papers have been published by scientists around the globe who have used a Mad City Labs' Nano-3D500 stage in their research. Here is an example: |
Nano-PDQ |
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Ideal for applications in Fast Multi-Axis Scanning, Optical Trap Calibration and Particle Tracking |
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The Nano-PDQ Series are High-speed multi-axis precision nanopositioning systems offering a compact footprint with a large centre aperture.
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A number of papers have been published by scientists around the globe who have used a Mad City Labs' Nano-PDQ stage in their research. Here are some examples:
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Nano-T |
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Ideal for applications in Multi-Axis Alignment, Fluorescence Imaging, Closed-loop AFM Scanning, and Super Resolution Microscopy |
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The Nano-T Series are economical, multi-axis nanopositioning systems which are available in a variety of configurations. They offer up to 200 microns range of motion in X and Y, and up to 50 microns in Z, while the large centre aperture accomodates lenses and probes without compromising performance.
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A number of papers have been published by scientists around the globe who have used a Mad City Labs' Nano-T stage in their research. Here is an example: |
Nano-LP |
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Ideal for applications in Optical Trapping & Microscopy, Fluorescence Imaging, Alignment, and Single Molecule Spectroscopy |
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With its extended ranges of motion, the Nano-LP Series is ideal for demanding microscopy applications which require long range travel (100, 200 or 300 microns), fast scan rates, and three axes of motion. The low height of the Nano-LP Series allows it to be easily integrated into existing inverted optical microscopes.
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Nano-LPMW |
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Ideal for applications in Optical Trapping & Microscopy, Fluorescence Imaging, Alignment, Single Molecule Spectroscopy and Super Resolution Microscopy |
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The Nano-LPMW is a unique 3 axis nanopositioning system designed to hold multiwell plates, slides, dishes and environmental chambers. The Nano-LPMW has a low profile and extra-large center aperture with 200 micron range of motion in all three axes. The low height of the Nano- LPMW Series allows it to be easily integrated into existing inverted optical microscopes and is compatible with a large range of microscope stages.
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Nano-LPS |
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Ideal for applications in Optical Trapping & Microscopy, Fluorescence Imaging, Alignment, and Single Molecule Spectroscopy |
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The Nano-LPS Series are ultra-low profile, three axis nanopositioning systems with 100, 200, and 300 micron ranges of motion in all three axes. The low height of the Nano-LPS Series allows it to be easily integrated into existing inverted optical microscopes.
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Nano-LPQ |
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Ideal for applications in Optical Trapping & Microscopy, Fluorescence Imaging, Particle Tracking, and Single Molecule Spectroscopy |
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The Nano-LPQ is an ultra-low profile, High-speed, three axis nanopositioning system with 75 microns of travel in XY and 50 microns in Z.
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A number of papers have been published by scientists around the globe who have used a Mad City Labs' Nano-LPQ stage in their research. Here is an example: |
* All resonant frequency measurements have a ± 20% margin of error
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