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The HPT High Precision Translator is built
up from a selection of modules for a wide range of applications. The
single bellows construction is easy to use in any orientation and the
use of high quality guidance components give the HPT excellent
precision, repeatability and long life, in even the most extreme UHV
conditions.
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| Features |
- Precision single bellows translator with mounting in any
orientation.
- Full UHV specification, bakeable to 230°C and compatible
with the full range of VG sample handling accessories.
- Base mounting flange options are 152mm OD (NW100CF) with
feedthrough ports for sample services, or 70mm OD (NW35CF) without
feedthrough ports.
- The travelling flange is 70mm OD (NW35CF).
- Alternative bellows options of 35mm (the HPT-RX) or 44mm (the
HPT-WX) bore.
- Z travel ranges: 50mm, 100mm, 150mm or 250mm. All lengths have
vacuum compensation springs which reduce load on the Z micrometer.
- XY travel up to ±12.5mm.
- X, Y and Z axes can be motorised.
- Precision tilt adaptor option.
- The HPT conforms to relevant EU Safety Directives.
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| Construction |
| The HPT is a high specification translator that uses a
single, edge welded bellows for X, Y and Z movements. This construction
gives the HPT its ease of use in any orientation. The VG Scienta
modular system gives high versatility. Build quality and the use of the
best components are a feature of the HPT: for example, the XY stage uses
cross roller bearing slides and the Z slide use re-circulating ball
guides. These rolling elements extend high precision and long life even
after prolonged bakeouts. The Z slide has vacuum compensation springs
for ease of use and to increase the life further. Precision micrometers
actuate the X, Y and Z manual movements. Stepper motors can replace the
micrometers for higher resolution movement. |
