X-VSR Series

Vertical lift stages with built-in controllers

Series Specifications

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Microstep Size (Default Resolution) 0.09525 µm
Built-in Controller Yes
Repeatability < 1 µm (< 0.000039")
Loaded Backlash (10 N) < 10 µm (< 0.000394")
Backlash < 35 µm (< 0.001378")
Maximum Speed 48 mm/s (1.89"/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)
Communication Interface RS-232
Communication Protocol Zaber ASCII (Default), Zaber Binary
Data Cable Connection Locking 4-pin M8
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)
Power Supply 24-48 VDC
Power Plug 2-pin Screw Terminal
Maximum Current Draw 950 mA
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
Default Resolution 1/64 of a step
Mechanical Drive System Precision Lead Screw
Limit or Home Sensing Magnetic home sensor
Manual Control Yes
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)Straightness of TravelGuide TypeWeight
X-VSR20A20 mm (0.787")50 µm (0.001968")35 µm (0.001378")< 30 µm (< 0.001181")Ball Bearing0.573 kg (1.263 lb)
X-VSR40A40 mm (1.575")35 µm (0.001378")20 µm (0.000787")< 35 µm (< 0.001378")Crossed-Roller Bearing0.813 kg (1.792 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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