PI C-663.12 Mercury Step Motor Controller

M-230/M-231/M-232 high-resolution linear actuator (DC/stepper optional): flexibly adaptable to different driving modes.

M-403/M-404 Precision Translation Stage: High cost performance, suitable for routine positioning tasks.

M-406 precision linear displacement table: large stroke, stable and reliable.

M-413/M-414 high load precision displacement table: outstanding load-bearing capacity.

M-451 high load Z-axis displacement table: suitable for vertical lifting applications.

M-505 ball screw micro positioning platform: an economical choice.

M-511/M-521/M-531 high-precision linear positioning station: aimed at high-end scientific research and industrial measurement.

2. Rotating platform

L-611 precision rotary table: 360 ° continuous rotation, used for angle positioning.

M-060/M-061/M-062 precision rotary table: different sizes and torque levels.

M-116 precision rotary table: high resolution, suitable for polarization optical adjustment.

3. Multi axis combination platform

L-731 Precision XY Displacement Table: Two dimensional scanning application.

M-110/M-111/M-112 compact micro translation stage: suitable for multi axis systems with limited space.

Most of these platforms offer optional encoders, limit switches, and ID chips. When paired with the Mercury Step controller, it can leverage all the advantages of closed-loop control, automatic parameter recognition, and more.

Typical application scenarios

1. Alignment of Optics and Photonics

Applications such as fiber optic coupling, silicon optical chip testing, and laser beam collimation require sub micron level positioning accuracy. The high micro step resolution and closed-loop control of Mercury Step ensure long-term stable alignment, avoiding thermal drift and out of step effects.

2. Semiconductor Manufacturing and Testing

Smooth and low-noise movements are required for wafer probe stage, mask alignment, confocal microscope scanning, etc. The combination of 1/2048 micro steps and trapezoidal velocity curve significantly reduces vibration, which is beneficial for high magnification optical imaging.

3. Automated testing and assembly

Through macro programming and I/O control, Mercury Step can independently complete the "picking and placing positioning testing sorting" sequence without the need for real-time connection to the upper computer. Daisy Chain networking further supports multi site parallel operations.

4. General positioning of scientific research laboratories

Whether it's sample scanning in materials science or microinjection in biology, Mercury Step, combined with small displacement stages such as L-402 or M-126, can quickly build compact and cost-effective positioning systems.

5. Education and Training

The controller provides various programming interfaces such as LabVIEW, MATLAB, Python, etc., which are very suitable for experimental teaching in mechatronics and motion control courses. Students can understand concepts such as PID control, interpolation principles, and sensor feedback through practical programming.

Quick Reference Table for Technical Parameters

Project specifications

Number of Drive Axes 1

Motor type: Two phase stepper motor (open-loop or closed-loop)

Microstep resolution 1/2048 full step

Servo characteristic PID, adjustable parameters during operation, servo cycle of 50 μ s

Motion trajectory trapezoidal velocity curve, point-to-point

Encoder input A/B orthogonal, TTL/RS-422，60 MHz

Limit/reference point switch 2 x TTL limit, 1 x TTL reference point, 1 x RS-422 index pulse

Out of step detection with programmable position error threshold, automatically stops running when out of tolerance

Working voltage 24-48 V DC (with power adapter)

Maximum current per phase is 2.5 A

Output power (continuous/peak)<48 W/100 W (<2 ms)

Communication interface USB, RS-232

Networking Capability Daisy Chain: Up to 16 units in USB mode and up to 6 units in RS-232 mode

Universal I/O 4-in (0-5V/TTL), 4-out (TTL)

Manual control analog joystick (Y cable), button box

Software PIMikroMove, PiTerminal, LabVIEW, Windows/Linux dynamic library, MATLAB

Macro function non-volatile storage, automatic macro startup, data logger

Special function ID chip detection (reserved), temperature protection, watchdog timer

Size (including guide rail) 130 mm × 76 mm × 40 mm

Mass 0.48 kg

Working temperature range 5-50 ° C

Order number C-663.12 Mercury Step