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RSW Family
Compact Worm Gear Drive Rotary Stage
- Two lens holders allow for use as a polarizer mount
- Vacuum rated versions available
- Built-in controller or motor-only models
- Motor encoder option for slip/stall detection and automatic recovery
- Engineered for low particle generation in sensitive, high-cleanliness environments (ISO Class 4 suitable). Review our cleanroom guide for more information.
| Best Accuracy | Best Backlash | Best Repeatability | Highest Speed | Highest Torque | Load |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0.08° (1.396 mrad) | < 0.04° (< 0.698 mrad) | < 0.02° (< 0.349 mrad) | 450°/s (75 rpm) | 2.8 N⋅m (2.066 lb⋅ft) | 200 N (44.9 lb) |
| Series Name | Built-In Controller | Built-In Encoder | Built-In Motor | Vacuum Rating | Price Range (USD) * | Current Lead Times | Add To Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X-RSW-E | Available | Motor/rotary | Stepper | Available | $3,015 – $3,183 | 1–5 days | |
| X-RSW | Available | Not available | Stepper | Available | $2,692 – $2,860 | 1–5 days | |
| RSW-E | Not available | Motor/rotary | Stepper | Available | $2,148 | 1–5 days | |
| RSW | Not available | Not available | Stepper | Available | $1,962 | 1–5 days | |
| X-RSW-SV2 | Available | Not available | Stepper | High (10-6 torr) | $5,512 | 7–10 days | |
| RSW-V2 | Not available | Not available | Stepper | High (10-6 torr) | $5,225 | 7–10 days | |
| X-RSW-SV1 | Available | Not available | Stepper | Low (10-3 torr) | $5,077 | 4–7 days | |
| RSW-V1 | Not available | Not available | Stepper | Low (10-3 torr) | $4,723 | 4–7 days |
* These are our direct prices in USD to customers in North America. If you are in Canada, click the Canadian flag icon at the top right of the page to see CAD prices. If you are in a country outside North America where we have an exclusive distributor, please check with the distributor for pricing. Distributor prices might be slightly higher to factor in shipping and import fees. Click here for a list of Zaber's Distributors.
Customization Examples
Whether you need modifications to standard products or have unique stage or system needs, our Product Customization Team is dedicated to building tailored solutions.
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Zaber Technologies Gimbal
This customized gimbal system consists of two RST rotary stages, an X-MCB2 external controller, and custom-sized brackets. This setup can be changed to accommodate different size working envelopes. Some additional options include rotary stages with built-in controllers, motor encoders, or direct encoders. It is also possible to connect device cables through a slip ring, which allows daisy-chaining power and data to the stages without tangling wires as the stage rotates.

Custom Two-Axis Rotary Gimbal
This gimbal system consists of an X-RSB for the lower axis with an X-RSW driving the upper axis. The devices are daisy-chained together through a slip ring, which allows daisy-chaining power and data to the X-RSW without tangling wires as the stage rotates. This setup can easily be customized to accommodate different size working envelopes or be mounted to work with an X-RST for higher accuracy systems.

Electrical Slip Ring for Daisy Chaining Through Rotary Stages
This X-RSW-E rotary stage is equipped with a built-in slip ring. The slip ring allows daisy chaining power and data to products on top of the X-RSW-E without tangling wires as the stage rotates. Custom variations are available with a variety of flying leads or connectors to meet your needs.

Light Load Custom Gimbal
This custom gimbal uses two X-RSW60A-E03 rotary stages to create a gimbal. Based on the specifications of the X-RSW-E stages, this gimbal was designed to be used with very light loads (< 1 kg).
