Motorized Actuator, NSA12, CONEX-PP Integrated Controller, Vacuum

NSA12 Micro Step Actuators With CONEX™ Controller

The CONEX-NSA12V6 miniature motorized linear actuators with 11 mm travel is vacuum compatible to 10^-6 Torr, and is an ideal solution for motorizing mirror mounts, rotation stages, linear stages, and other manual motion devices. It is ideal for remote adjustment of sensitive, hard-to-reach optical components in vacuum chambers. Typical applications include optimizing the alignment of a laser cavity, zeroing in on coherence lengths, or just adjusting the pointing of a beam over a long distance.

Due to the various feed-through configurations and preferences of customers, a wire color code is included. The controller supplied with the actuator is not vacuum compatible.

NSA12 Micro Step Linear Actuators

The NSA12 series miniature motorized linear actuators come in both standard (CONEX-NSA12) and vacuum compatible (CONEX-NSA12V6) versions and are capable of 11 mm travel. These linear actuators offer an economical solution for motorizing mirror mounts, rotation stages, linear stages, and other manual motion devices. They are ideal for remote adjustment of sensitive, hard-to-reach optical components which can be influenced by the compressive and torsional forces imposed by traditional manual adjustment micrometers. Typical applications include optimizing the alignment of a laser cavity, zeroing in on coherence lengths, or just adjusting the pointing of a beam over a long distance. These actuators are integrated with a Conex controller.

Compact Stepper Motion Controller

In terms of size, the CONEX-PP motion controller is comparable to a deck of cards. Up to 3 CONEX-PP motion controllers can fit on a CONEX-BP baseplate. Both the controller and NSA 12 actuator are compact and ideal for space-confined or access-limited applications.

Complete Your Conex System

is an essential need to supply power to your Conex devices and it is purchased separately.

We also offer the base plate which is used to securely mount up to 6 CONEX-AGP motion controllers to save you space and bring you convenience.

Cable Adapter, USB-RS422-1.8 to be ordered separately.

Out-of-the-box PC Control

For out-of-the box control, the CONEX controller is preconfigured and delivered with the motion device. To start moving a sample or sensor, it simply requires plugging in the power supply, connecting the USB communication and starting the free motion GUI. The integrated USB interface, provides a fast ubiquitous communication protocol. For OEM's or security sensitive applications, RS-232 and RS-485 communications are embedded onto the CONEX controller.

Simple Programming with Extensive Language Options

Advanced application programming is simplified by using mnemonic ASCII commands. Newport provides a free GUI that allows the user to access and execute over 60 intuitive ASCII commands. A managed Microsoft .NET assembly (DLL) is provided for programming custom applications in C#, Labview, Matlab, Python and other .NET compatible languages.

Specifications

Technical Specs

Stage Type
NSA12 Linear Actuator
Travel Range
11 mm
Push Force
14 N
Maximum Speed
0.45 mm/s
Minimum Incremental Motion
0.20 µm
Uni-directional Repeatability, Typical
±2.2 µm
Bi-directional Repeatability, Typical
±5.0 µm
Drive Type
Micro Step Drive Stepper
Drive Mechanism
Direct drive, non-rotating lead screw
Drive Screw Pitch
0.3048 mm
Limit Switches
Optical Home switch on the motor side, use software limit for maximum travel limitation
Origin
Optical, at lower limit

Origin Repeatability
±2 µm
Feedback
Open loop, no encoder
Weight
0.1 kg
Power Requirements
24 VDC, 8 W
Cable Length
3 m
Computer Interfaces
USB
Controller Dimensions
93.2 x 53 x 23 mm
Vacuum Compatibility
10^-6 Torr
MTBF
10,000 h ( 25% load, 10% duty cycle)
Compliance
RoHS 3, CE

Stage Type
NSA12 Linear Actuator
Travel Range
11 mm
Push Force
14 N
Maximum Speed
0.45 mm/s
Minimum Incremental Motion
0.20 µm
Uni-directional Repeatability, Typical
±2.2 µm
Bi-directional Repeatability, Typical
±5.0 µm
Drive Type
Micro Step Drive Stepper
Drive Mechanism
Direct drive, non-rotating lead screw
Drive Screw Pitch
0.3048 mm
Limit Switches
Optical Home switch on the motor side, use software limit for maximum travel limitation
Origin
Optical, at lower limit

Origin Repeatability
±2 µm
Feedback
Open loop, no encoder
Weight
0.1 kg
Power Requirements
24 VDC, 8 W
Cable Length
3 m
Computer Interfaces
USB
Controller Dimensions
93.2 x 53 x 23 mm
Vacuum Compatibility
10^-6 Torr
MTBF
10,000 h ( 25% load, 10% duty cycle)
Compliance
RoHS 3, CE

Resources & Downloads

2D Product Drawings

CONEX-NSA12V6(459.8 kB, PDF)

Related Products

Accessories

Description	Compatibility	Avail.	Price
FC-CB1Communication Cable, daisy chain, RS422, 1 meter	UNIVERSAL		$188
CONEX-BPBase Plate, Mounts Multiple CONEX™ Controllers	UNIVERSAL	Contact Us	$106
USB-RS422-1.8¹Cable Adapter, USB to RS422, 1.8 m Length	UNIVERSAL		$290
FC-PS40²Power supply, iPP step motor, RoHS	UNIVERSAL		$168

Notes:

Cable Adapter sold separately.
Power Supply sold separately.

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