IMS-LM 600 N Load Aluminum Linear Motor Stages
IMS-LM 600 N Load Aluminum Linear Motor Stages
The IMS-LM series linear motor stages are designed for self-supporting applications with travel ranges from 300 to 1200 mm. The driving element is a centered, high efficiency 3-phase, synchronous, iron core linear motor that provides higher speed, acceleration and system responsiveness without the wear associated with motor brushes or drive screws. These stages offer a high performance yet cost-effective solution for precision industrial applications such as semiconductor wafer inspection, micro-electronics test and assembly, pick and place, DNA sequencing or laser machining. Also, the stand-alone versions of this stage feature 4-point mounting, making them ideal for delay lines and other applications with non-flat mounting surfaces.
- High speed, high acceleration, and high responsiveness with minimum wear
- FEM-optimized aluminum body for high stiffness and minimal thermal expansion
- Efficient and reliable linear motor provides high torque and smooth motion
- Non-contact linear encoder provides 20 nm minimum incremental motion
- 100 mm shorter than a screw-driven stage, making it more compact and space efficient See All Features
| Compare | Description | Drawings, CAD & Specs | Avail. | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | IMS300LM-SMotorized Linear Stage, Linear Motor, 300 mm Travel, 1/4-20, No Cable | |||||
| IMS400LM-SMotorized Linear Stage, Linear Motor, 400 mm Travel, 1/4-20, No Cable | |||||
 | IMS500LM-SMotorized Linear Stage, Linear Motor, 500 mm Travel, 1/4-20, No Cable | |||||
| IMS600LM-SMotorized Linear Stage, Linear Motor, 600 mm Travel, 1/4-20, No Cable | |||||
 | IMS800LM-SMotorized Linear Stage, Linear Motor, 800 mm Travel, 1/4-20, No Cable | |||||
| IMS1000LM-SMotorized Linear Stage, Linear Motor, 1000 mm Travel, 1/4-20, No Cable | |||||
| IMS1200LM-SMotorized Linear Stage, Linear Motor, 1200 mm Travel, 1/4-20, No Cable | |||||
| M-IMS300LM-SMotorized Linear Stage, Linear Motor, 300 mm Travel, XPS-D/RL, No Cable, M6 | |||||
| M-IMS400LM-SMotorized Linear Stage, Linear Motor, 400 mm Travel, XPS-D/RL, No Cable, M6 | |||||
| M-IMS500LM-SMotorized Linear Stage, Linear Motor, 500 mm Travel, XPS-D/RL, No Cable, M6 |
Notes:
Stepper Motor and DC Motor versions are also available.
Compatible Controllers
For 1000 mm/sec maximum speed, the compatible motion controllers, driver module and cable kit are:
- XPS-RLD Motion Controller (
or Axis): Requires an High Power Amplifier and Cable Kit. - XPS-D Motion Controller (
, , or Axis): Requires an High Power Amplifier and Cable Kit.
For 500 mm/sec maximum speed, the compatible motion controllers, driver module and cable kit are:
- XPS-RLD Motion Controller (
or Axis): Requires an driver module and Cable Kit. - XPS-D Motion Controller (
, , or Axis): Requires an driver module and Cable Kit.
Specifications
| Models | | | | | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travel Range | 300 mm | 400 mm | 500 mm | 600 mm | |
| Minimum Incremental Motion | 20 nm | 20 nm | 20 nm | 20 nm | |
| Maximum Speed1 | 1000 mm/s | 1000 mm/s | 1000 mm/s | 1000 mm/s | |
| Continuous Motor Force | 100 N | 100 N | 100 N | 100 N | |
| Peak Motor Force | 210 N | 210 N | 210 N | 210 N | |
| Centered Load Capacity | 600 N | 600 N | 600 N | 600 N | |
| Accuracy, Typical | ±1.7 µm | ±2.0 µm | ±2.5 µm | ±3.0 µm | |
| Accuracy, Guaranteed | ±4.5 µm | ±4.5 µm | ±5.5 µm | ±7.5 µm | |
| Bi-directional Repeatability, Typical | ±0.08 µm | ±0.08 µm | ±0.09 µm | ±0.09 µm | |
| Bi-directional Repeatability, Guaranteed | ±0.25 µm | ±0.25 µm | ±0.25 µm | ±0.25 µm | |
| Pitch, Typical | ±37 µrad | ±37 µrad | ±37 µrad | ±50 µrad | |
| Pitch, Guaranteed | ±75 µrad | ±75 µrad | ±75 µrad | ±125 µrad | |
| Compliance in Pitch | 0.2 µrad/Nm | 0.2 µrad/Nm | 0.2 µrad/Nm | 0.2 µrad/Nm | |
| Yaw, Typical | ±25 µrad | ±25 µrad | ±25 µrad | ±30 µrad | |
| Yaw, Guaranteed | ±50 µrad | ±75 µrad | ±75 µrad | ±75 µrad | |
| Compliance in Yaw | 1 µrad/Nm | 1 µrad/Nm | 1 µrad/Nm | 1 µrad/Nm | |
| Origin Repeatability | ±0.05 µm | ±0.05 µm | ±0.05 µm | ±0.05 µm | |
| Thread Type2 | 1/4-20 | 1/4-20 | 1/4-20 | 1/4-20 | |
| Weight | 17 kg | 19 kg | 21 kg | 23 kg | |
| MTBF | 20,000 h (25% load, 30% duty cycle) | 20,000 h (25% load, 30% duty cycle) | 20,000 h (25% load, 30% duty cycle) | 20,000 h (25% load, 30% duty cycle) |
Notes:
- 1000 mm/s with XPS-EDBL, 500 mm/s with XPS-DRV11 / XPS-DRV02
- M- metric versions have M6 threaded mounting holes.
| Models | | | | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travel Range | 800 mm | 1000 mm | 1200 mm | |
| Minimum Incremental Motion | 20 nm | 20 nm | 20 nm | |
| Maximum Speed1 | 1000 mm/s | 1000 mm/s | 1000 mm/s | |
| Continuous Motor Force | 100 N | 100 N | 100 N | |
| Peak Motor Force | 210 N | 210 N | 210 N | |
| Centered Load Capacity | 600 N | 600 N | 600 N | |
| Accuracy, Typical | ±4.0 µm | ±4.0 µm | ±5.0 µm | |
| Accuracy, Guaranteed | ±9.0 µm | ±9.0 µm | ±9.0 µm | |
| Bi-directional Repeatability, Typical | ±0.10 µm | ±0.12 µm | ±0.13 µm | |
| Bi-directional Repeatability, Guaranteed | ±0.50 µm | ±0.50 µm | ±0.50 µm | |
| Pitch, Typical | ±100 µrad | ±112 µrad | ±125 µrad | |
| Pitch, Guaranteed | ±200 µrad | ±225 µrad | ±250 µrad | |
| Pitch, Guaranteed | ±200 µrad | ±225 µrad | ±250 µrad | |
| Yaw, Typical | ±40 µrad | ±40 µrad | ±40 µrad | |
| Yaw, Guaranteed | ±150 µrad | ±150 µrad | ±150 µrad | |
| Compliance in Yaw | 1 µrad/Nm | 1 µrad/Nm | 1 µrad/Nm | |
| Origin Repeatability | ±0.05 µm | ±0.05 µm | ±0.05 µm | |
| Thread Type2 | 1/4-20 | 1/4-20 | 1/4-20 | |
| Weight | 24 kg | 28 kg | 32 kg | |
| MTBF | 20,000 h (25% load, 30% duty cycle) | 20,000 h (25% load, 30% duty cycle) | 20,000 h (25% load, 30% duty cycle) |
Notes:
Also available in -SA-S stand-alone version with reduced load capacity of 100 N
- 1000 mm/s with XPS-EDBL, 500 mm/s with XPS-DRV11 / XPS-DRV02
- M- metric versions have M6 threaded mounting holes.
Features
Reliable Straightness Over Long Travel Ranges
The IMS-LM stages employ straightness compensation methods to offer improved straightness performance over long travel ranges of up to 1.2 meters. They are designed for self-supporting applications and are a cost-effective solution for precision industrial and laboratory systems.
FEM Optimized Extremely Stiff Aluminum Body
20 nm Minimum Incremental Motion
Precision position feedback is supplied by a highly repeatable linear scale mounted inside the stage. The encoder signals are interpolated by Newport’s XPS motion controller with 20 nm minimum incremental motion for outstanding repeatability and stability. Absolute home position and limit signals are incorporated in the linear scale to improve repeatability and reliability, without additional electronics or mechanical parts for optimal precision.
Error Mapping Services
For critical positioning applications, Newport offers error mapping upon request for these linear motor stages driven by our XPS advanced motion controller. We will measure, implement, and verify the results of this error map that will individually optimize each stage's position accuracy. In addition, multi-axis error mapping is also available. Measurements are made at 20.0 ±0.2°C. A certificate of calibration will be provided with your stage. Actual data may also be provided upon request.
Non-Contact Drive Linear Motor
Recirculating Ball Bearings Slides
Stand Alone Versions
The IMS-LM-SA-S stand-alone versions are for high speed applications over a non-flat mounting surface with a smaller load. Unlike the regular higher load IMS-LM-S versions, the stand-alone stages include 4 mounting pads for non-flat mounting surfaces to maintain its pitch and yaw performance and while supporting up to a 10-kg centered load capacity. They are available in
Hard Stoppers
IMS-LM stages use electrical end-of-run and elastomer bumper hard stops to stop the carriage as smoothly as possible past the end-of-runs. The overtravel allowed by the hard stops is 8 mm, and when used with Newport XPS controllers, any commanded motion out of the travel range is not allowed.
IMS-LM Motor Force
Metrology Report Included at No Additional Cost
Newport guarantees specification values which are measured and recorded following ASME B5.57 and ISO 230-2 standards. The typical performance values are two times better than the guaranteed specifications.
IMS-LM Load Characteristics
Accessories
Legacy driver and cable kit for XPS controller
Resources
Application Notes
Manuals
IMS-LM Motor Stages User's Manual(1.6 MB, PDF) Cable Kits User's Manual.pdf(1.9 MB, PDF) IMS-LM-S User's Manual.pdf(2.2 MB, PDF)
Literature
IMS-LM Data Sheet(1.9 MB, PDF) Mini Laser Machining Brochure 2016(1.4 MB, PDF) XPS Error Compensation Tech Note(919.6 kB, PDF) Laser Machining Brochure 2018(3.4 MB, PDF)
