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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
- Contact us for information and custom options for cleanroom use
| Best Accuracy | Best Backlash | Best Repeatability | Highest Speed | Highest Torque | Load |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0.08° (1.396000 mrad) | < 0.04° (< 0.698 mrad) | < 0.02° (< 0.349 mrad) | 450°/s (75 rpm) | 280 N⋅cm (396.5 oz⋅in) | 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 | Motor/rotary | Stepper | $3,015 – $3,183 | 1-5 Days | |||
| X-RSW | Stepper | $2,692 – $2,860 | 1-5 Days | ||||
| RSW-E | Motor/rotary | Stepper | $2,148 – $2,181 | 1-5 Days | |||
| RSW | Stepper | $1,962 – $1,995 | 1-5 Days | ||||
| X-RSW-SV2 | Stepper | High (10-6 torr) | $5,512 – $5,786 | 7-10 Days | |||
| RSW-V2 | Stepper | High (10-6 torr) | $5,225 – $5,258 | 7-10 Days | |||
| X-RSW-SV1 | Stepper | Low (10-3 torr) | $5,077 – $5,351 | 4-7 Days | |||
| RSW-V1 | Stepper | Low (10-3 torr) | $4,723 – $4,756 | 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.
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Vacuum Rotary Stage
This custom vacuum-compatible RSW rotary stage provides motorized, precision rotary positioning. Assembled with high performance, low outgassing components in a clean room environment, this RSW stage is suitable for use in vacuum systems that run as high as 10-6 Torr.