VSR Series

Vertical lift stages

Series Specifications

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Microstep Size (Default Resolution) 0.09525 µm
Built-in Controller No
Recommended Controller MCC (48 V) Recommended
AutoDetect Yes
Repeatability < 1 µm (< 0.000039")
Loaded Backlash (10 N) < 10 µm (< 0.000394")
Backlash < 35 µm (< 0.001378")
Maximum Speed 55 mm/s (2.165"/s)
Minimum Speed 0.000058 mm/s (0.000002"/s)
Speed Resolution 0.000058 mm/s (0.000002"/s)
Peak Thrust 200 N (44.9 lb)
Maximum Continuous Thrust 100 N (22.4 lb)
Maximum Centered Load 100 N (22.4 lb)
Maximum Moment (Pitch) 3 N⋅m (2.2 lb⋅ft)
Maximum Moment (Roll) 3 N⋅m (2.214 lb⋅ft)
Maximum Moment (Yaw) 3 N⋅m (2.214 lb⋅ft)
Pitch 0.08° (1.396 mrad)
Roll 0.08° (1.396 mrad)
Yaw 0.08° (1.396 mrad)
Linear Motion Per Motor Rev 1.2192 mm (0.048")
Motor Steps Per Rev 200
Motor Type Stepper (2 phase)
Motor Rated Current 1500 mA/phase
Motor Winding Inductance 1.9 mH/phase
Motor Connection D-sub 15
Default Resolution 1/64 of a step
Mechanical Drive System Precision Lead Screw
Limit or Home Sensing Magnetic home sensor
Axes of Motion 1
Mounting Interface M6 and M3 threaded holes
Operating Temperature Range 0-50 °C
CE Compliant Yes
Vacuum Compatible No

Part Specifications Comparison

Part NumberTravel RangeAccuracy (unidirectional)Loaded Accuracy (10 N)Guide TypeWeight
VSR20A-T3A20 mm (0.787")50 µm (0.001968")35 µm (0.001378")Ball Bearing0.55 kg (1.213 lb)
VSR40A-T3A40 mm (1.575")35 µm (0.001378")20 µm (0.000787")Crossed-Roller Bearing0.76 kg (1.676 lb)

Specification Charts & Notes

Thrust or torque is a function of speed. The values given above are maximums. These values cannot both be achieved simultaneously (i.e. at maximum speed, the unit will not produce maximum thrust).

Thrust Speed Performance

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Typical Accuracy

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