FiberGrate 2000 Fibre Optics Subsystem

Description

Design Features

  • Fully preloaded air bearing
  • Advanced Automation 3200 PC-based controller
  • Low-noise linear amplifiers
  • Complete noncontact design
  • Includes granite base, optional vibration isolation system, and optional laser interferometer feedback
  • Ultra-precise velocity control

FiberGrate® is a high precision, high-performance motion sub-system specifically designed for the manufacture of fibre Bragg gratings. A flexible workspace allows the system to be optimised for the unique needs of each manufacturer.

FiberGrate represents a major evolution as only Aerotech has the breadth of product line to offer a single-source motion solution that requires no integration by the end-user. All components are designed and manufactured by Aerotech's motion control experts, ensuring a fully optimised solution.

Linear Stage

The linear positioner is based on Aerotech's ABL2000 series linear air bearing, and is a fully preloaded, noncontact design. Inherently frictionless, air bearings have proven to be the standard in precision applications. Driven by a noncontact linear brushless servomotor, this stage proves the ultimate solution whether the application requires small, accurate steps or constant smooth velocity. Years of research have resulted in a robust and perturbation-free cable management system. High-flex ribbon cable ensures years of maintenance-free operation.

Feedback and Control System

Aerotech's optional laser interferometer feedback provides high stability, high resolution (0.3 nm) feedback. Designed for use with Aerotech's Automation 3200 series controller, the interface between the interferometer and control systems is seamless. The laser is positioned at the height of the fibre and mask to eliminate Abbe error, resulting in exceptional accuracy. For less stringent applications, two different noncontact linear encoders are offered. A wide selection of state-of-the-art controllers are available. Options range from single-axis, stand-alone controllers to the Automation 3200 software-only controller capable of 32 axes of synchronized control. All of Aerotech's controllers offer position synchronised output pulses to control the laser. In addition, real-time position information may be logged on-board the controller, or read over high-speed parallel or serial interfaces.

Options

The FiberGrate may be configured with standard or custom granite, as well as vibration isolation systems. Additional indexing axes are available and are readily interfaced with the control and drive system. Convenient rack- or panelmount amplifiers are included with all systems. All systems have provisions for customer cabling.

Aerotech's expert technical staff is experienced in custom system designs and will work with you to generate a system to meet the unique needs of your application.

Specifications

FiberGrate 2000 Series Specifications

ModelFG-100FG-200FG-300 FG-400
Travel 100 mm 200 mm 300 mm 400 mm
Accuracy LT HALAR(1) ±0.5 µm ±0.75 µm
Standard ±4.0 µm ±8.0 µm ±11.5 µm ±14.0 µm
LN HALAR(1) ±0.5 µm ±0.75 µm
Standard ±5.0 µm
Laser Interferometer Standard ±10 ppm; Compensated ±1.5 ppm(2)
LZAS ±0.2 µm over entire travel N/A N/A
Repeatability LT ±0.2 µm ±0.3 µm
LN ±0.2 µm ±0.3 µm
LZAS ±0.1 µm N/A N/A
Straightness and Flatness Maximum Deviation ±0.25 µm ±0.40 µm ±0.75 µm ±1.5 µm
Pitch/Roll/Yaw 1 arc sec 2 arc sec 3 arc sec 4 arc sec
Maximum Speed(3) 2 m/s
Maximum Acceleration 2 g (No Load)
Maximum Load(4) 50.0 kg
Operating Pressure(5) 80 psi ±5 psi
Air Consumption(6) 19.8 SLPM (0.7 SCFM) (Single Axis)
Moving Mass 9 kg
Nominal Stage Mass 30.0 kg 34.5 kg 39.5 kg 44.0 kg
Material Aluminum
Finish Hard Coating (62 Rockwell Hardness)
  1. Available with Aerotech controllers.
  2. Requires environmental compensation.
  3. Maximum speed based on stage capability; maximum application velocity may be limited by system data rate and system resolution.
  4. Maximum load based on bearing capability; maximum application load may be limited by acceleration requirements.
  5. To protect air bearing against under-pressure, an in-line pressure switch tied to the motion controller/amplifier ESTOP input is recommended.
  6. Air supply must be clean, dry to 0°F dew point and filtered to 0.25 µm or better; recommend nitrogen at 99.9% purity.
  7. Specifications are for single-axis systems measured 25 mm above the tabletop. Performance of multi-axis systems is payload and workpoint dependent. Consult factory for multi-axis or non-standard applications.
  8. When mounting the ABL2000 in an XY configuration the maximum upper axis length is 300 mm.
ModelFG-500 FG-750 FG-1000 FG-1200
Travel 500 mm 750 mm 1000 mm 1200 mm
Accuracy LT HALAR(1) ±0.75 µm ±1 µm
Standard ±15.75 µm ±18.5 µm ±20.0 µm ±21.0 µm
LN HALAR(1) ±0.75 µm ±1 µm
Standard ±5.0 µm
Laser Interferometer Standard ±10 ppm; Compensated ±1.5 ppm(2)
Repeatability LT ±0.3 µm ±0.4 µm
LN ±0.3 µm ±0.4 µm
Straightness and Flatness Maximum Deviation ±2.0 µm ±3.0 µm ±4.0 µm ±5.0 µm
Pitch/Roll/Yaw 5 arc sec 7.5 arc sec 10 arc sec 12 arc sec
Maximum Speed(3) 2 m/s
Maximum Acceleration 2 g (No Load)
Maximum Load(4) 50.0 kg
Operating Pressure(5) 80 psi ±5 psi
Air Consumption(6) 19.8 SLPM (0.7 SCFM) (Single Axis)
Moving Mass 9 kg
Nominal Stage Mass 49.0 kg 61.0 kg 72.5 kg 79.5 kg
Material Aluminum
Finish Hard Coating (62 Rockwell Hardness)
  1. Available with Aerotech controllers.
  2. Requires environmental compensation.
  3. Maximum speed based on stage capability; maximum application velocity may be limited by system data rate and system resolution.
  4. Maximum load based on bearing capability; maximum application load may be limited by acceleration requirements.
  5. To protect air bearing against under-pressure an in-line pressure switch tied to the motion controller/amplifier ESTOP input is recommended.
  6. Air supply must be clean, dry to 0°F dew point and filtered to 0.25 µm or better; recommend nitrogen at 99.9% purity.
  7. Specifications are for single-axis systems measured 25 mm above the tabletop. Performance of multi-axis systems is payload and workpoint dependent. Consult factory for multi-axis or non-standard applications.
  8. When mounting the ABL2000 in an XY configuration the maximum upper axis length is 300 mm.
  • FiberGate 2000 Spec

Dimensions

Ordering Information

Ordering Example

FG2000 -1200 -LN -GRANITE

Ordering Options

Series Travel (mm) FeedbackOptions
FG2000 -100
-200
-300
-400
-500
-750
-1000
-1200

-LN
-LT
-LZAS
-LZR

 -GRANITE
-ISOLATION

FiberGrate 2000 Series Fibre Bragg Grating Positioner

Option Description
FG2000 Linear air bearing fibre/mask positioner.

Note: Requires clean, dry air supply. In-line under-pressure switch required.

Linear Stage Travel

Option Description
-100 100 mm (4 in) travel stage with linear motor
-200 200 mm (8 in) travel stage with linear motor
-300 300 mm (12 in) travel stage with linear motor
-400 400 mm (16 in) travel stage with linear motor
-500 500 mm (20 in) travel stage with linear motor
-750 750 mm (30 in) travel stage with linear motor
-1000 1000 mm (40 in) travel stage with linear motor
-1200 1200 mm (48 in) travel stage with linear motor

Feedback Options

Option Description
-LNxxAS High-accuracy linear encoder feedback; “xx” designates travel length; amplified sine wave output
-LTxxAS Linear encoder feedback; “xx” designates travel length; amplified sine wave output
-LZxxAS High-accuracy/high-resolution linear encoder; “xx” designates travel length; amplified sine wave output
-LZR Laser interferometer feedback; includes environmental compensation package

Note: Specify travel length 'xx' in cm

Controller Platform

Option Description
-A3200 Automation 3200 software-only controller; linear amplifier, cables, software included

See Motion Controllers section for specifications.

Options

Option Description
-GRANITE Granite to accommodate stage and customer fixturing. Requires user-approved drawing (ESxxxxx) to specify user-defined mounting holes.
-ISOLATION Vibration isolation system. Requires GRANITE option.