Valencia, CA, -- High performance, low cost linear stepper motor stages have been introduced by H2W Technologies, Inc. Traveling at speeds up to 80 in/sec. [2 m/sec], with stroke lengths to 144 in. [3.6 m], and acceleration to 1G, these 2 and 4 phase linear steppers are ideal for: Pick-and-place, wire bonding, parts transfer, semiconductor wafer handling, inspection machines, and other robotic applications. Four models offer 2 lbs [9 N], 6 lbs. [27 N], 10 lbs. [45 N] and 20 lbs [89 N] of continuous force. This new series of single axis linear steppers with a low profile highflex, long life ribbon cable also includes the motor, bearings and positioning system with home position, and optional end-of-travel limits integrated into a compact package.

H2W Technologies linear stepper motors are capable of very precise position, velocity and acceleration control when integrated with a microstepping drive and indexer. The resolution of the 2 phase motors is, one full step equals .010 in. [250 microns] and one microstep equals .00004 in. [1 micron], and the resolution of the 4 phase motors is, one full step equals .005 in. [125 microns] and one microstep equals .00002 in. [.5 microns]. Ideal for open loop positioning applications with light payloads; an optional linear encoder can also be integrated to create a closed loop system.