GROUNDBREAKING KINEMATIC MULTI-AXIS POSITIONER
3SAE PentaPod® Multi-Axis Positioner
3SAE’s PentaPod® is a groundbreaking Parallel-Kinematic Multi-Axis Positioning Stage. This innovative stage seamlessly merges the benefits of both a Parallel stage and a Serial stage, delivering an impressive 6 Degrees of Freedom (DOF). The PentaPod® features a genuine “parallel kinematic design,” ensuring exceptional positional stiffness and minimal crosstalk across all axes. Experience unparalleled precision and versatility with the PentaPod® – setting a new standard in multi-axis positioning.
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High resolution, 6DOF positioner with novel, patented design principle yielding sub-micron resolution and unmatched rigidity.
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Compact yet fully self-contained with built-in, fanless controller. Quick integration: USB or optional Ethernet and analog connectivity. No moving cables, no big controller box.
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Parallel kinematic design eliminates the 24 complex rotary bearings of traditional Stewart Platform hexapods for superior stiffness, settling, ambient vibration rejection, reliability, cleanliness and cost.
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Software-settable rotational pivot point facilitates optical and photonic processing.
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Small size and low profile without compromising on stroke, precision, or crosstalk.
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Tuning-free technology and high inherent stiffness mean robust, stable operation in mission-critical applications even with varying loads. MTBF and 20 min MTTR beat any hexapod in cost of ownership.
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