The MB1500 series of precision XYZ manipulators is the best value on the market today. In terms of features, quality, possible configurations, and cost, the MB1500 manipulator sets the standard.
Contact Factory for Encoder Options
- XY Travel:
- ± 0.5" (± 12.5 mm)
- ± 1.0" (± 25 mm)
- Digital Readout:
- Yes 0" - 12" Z Travel
- Yes 12" - 24" Z Travel
- Yes 24" - 36" Z Travel
- No
- Small micrometers standard (0.0005″ (12.5 µ) resolution)
- Tapped top flange 4.5" (CF63):
- Choose Inch (5/16-24)
- Choose Metric (M8)
- Non-tapped top flange 4.5" (CF63)
- Base Flange Size:
- 4.5" CF (CF63) Standard
- 6" CF (CF100)
- 8" CF (CF150)
- 10" CF (CF200)
- Base Flange Hole Options:
- Clearance Holes (Standard)
- Inch Tapped
- Metric Tapped
- Motor Options:
- Z-Axis DC motor and limit switches
- Stepper motors and limit switches, per axis
- Horizontal Mounting Kit
Options
Product Description
- Top Flange Tilt – with ±2° adjustment.
- X-axis micrometer may be mounted on either left or right side of the manipulator.
- Bellows clear I.D. 2.87″ (73 mm).
- Compact, rugged design with a full Z-axis frame provides extra rigidity to allow strokes in excess of 36″ (900 mm).
- Adjustable, crossed roller bearings for extra rigidity.
- XY travel ± 0.5″ (12.5 mm) or ± 1.0″ (25 mm) circular pattern.
- Z travel 4″ - 36″ (100 – 900 mm).
- Standard resolution > 0.0005″ (12.5 µ).
- Large micrometers optional, resolution to > 0.0001″ (2.5 µ).
- Field conversion to stepper motors in 15 minutes.
- Top flange may be either tapped or non-tapped to suit your equipment.
- Base flange 4.5″ (CF63) conflat is standard, with optional base flanges of 6″, 8″, or 10″ conflat. See the supplied user's manual for more information.
- Drawings and CAD models are available.
MB1500 Dimensions
| Model | Z Travel | Compressed Height | Clear ID |
|---|---|---|---|
| MB1504 | 4″ (100 mm) | 6.8″ (173 mm) | 2.87″ (73 mm) |
| MB1506 | 6″ (150 mm) | 7.1″ (180 mm) | 2.87″ (73 mm) |
| MB1508 | 8″ (200 mm) | 7.4″ (188 mm) | 2.87″ (73 mm) |
| MB1510 | 10″ (250 mm) | 7.7″ (196 mm) | 2.87″ (73 mm) |
| MB1512 | 12″ (300 mm) | 8.0″ (203 mm) | 2.87″ (73 mm) |
| MB1516 | 16″ (400 mm) | 8.6″ (218 mm) | 2.87″ (73 mm) |
| MB1520 | 20″ (500 mm) | 9.2″ (234 mm) | 2.87″ (73 mm) |
| MB1524 | 24″ (600 mm) | 9.8″ (249 mm) | 2.87″ (73 mm) |
XY Travel ± 0.5″ (± 12.5 mm) Circular Pattern
- Top (traveling) flange 4.5″ (CF63) tapped 5/16-24 or M8 (your choice).
- Base flange 4.5″ (CF63) clearance holes, standard.
- Small micrometers (standard) – 0.0005″ (12.5 µ) resolution.
- Large micrometers (optional) – 0.0001″ (2.5 µ) resolution.
MB1500-1/2 Dimensions
| Model | Z Travel | Compressed Height | Clear ID |
|---|---|---|---|
| MB1504-1/2 | 4″ (100 mm) | 6.1″ (155 mm) | 2.87″ (73 mm) |
| MB1506-1/2 | 6″ (150 mm) | 6.4″ (160 mm) | 2.87″ (73 mm) |
| MB1508-1/2 | 8″ (200 mm) | 6.7″ (170 mm) | 2.87″ (73 mm) |
| MB1510-1/2 | 10″ (250 mm) | 7.0″ (178 mm) | 2.87″ (73 mm) |
| MB1512-1/2 | 12″ (300 mm) | 7.3″ (185 mm) | 2.87″ (73 mm) |
| MB1516-1/2 | 16″ (400 mm) | 7.9″ (200 mm) | 2.87″ (73 mm) |
| MB1520-1/2 | 20″ (500 mm) | 8.5″ (215 mm) | 2.87″ (73 mm) |
| MB1524-1/2 | 24″ (600 mm) | 9.1″ (231 mm) | 2.87″ (73 mm) |