With 6.0″ (DN100CF) Flanges

Dimensions are in inches (mm)

Clearance ID 4.0″ (100)

Contact Factory for Encoder Options

• XY Travel:
  • ± 0.5" (12.5 mm)
  • ± 1.0" (25.0 mm)
• Drive:
  • Manual
  • Motorized
• Top Flange Options:
  • Clearance (Standard)
  • Tapped Inch
  • Tapped Metric
• Bottom Flange Options:
  • Clearance Holes (Standard)
  • Tapped Inch
  • Tapped Metric
  • 8" CF Flange Tapped
• Horizontal Mounting Kit Option:

Product Description

The MC2000 manipulator is available in both ± 1.0" (± 25 mm) and ± 0.5″ (± 12.5 mm) travel with a circular pattern, offered in both manual and stepper motorized versions. Conversion from micrometers to stepper motors can be done in 15 minutes at the user’s site.

The MC-series ranges from the large MC3000, through the MC2000 (shown here), to the smaller MC1500, and the compact MC1000. Features include a ±2° tilt adjustment on the top flange and the ability to mount the X-axis micrometer (or motor) on either side, which is standard.

Expandable

One distinct advantage of the MC2000 is cost savings when long Z-axis strokes are required. Since only the bellows in the XY portion need to be larger than the probe, users can extend the Z-axis stroke using a smaller diameter (and less costly) bellows that just clears the probe.

The MC2000-series manipulator is also available with virtual-axis adjustment to allow eucentric sample tilt/rotation, even if the sample is 12-40″ (300-1000 mm) away from the manipulator. Contact the factory with your specifications for a detailed discussion.

For horizontal mounting (with flange faces vertical), dual constant force counterbalance springs are available to compensate for gravitational loads. This feature can be added in the field after determining the weight of the mounted devices.

To make your selection, add the total travel required in the X or Y axis to the maximum diameter of the device passing through the MC2000. This sum determines the minimum bellows inside diameter (ID).

Next, select the bottom flange that best mates to your chamber or equipment. While the most common size is 6″ OD (CF100), flange sizes of 4½” (CF63), 8″ (CF150), and larger are available. Consult the factory for more information.

Finally, select the Z-axis translator that best suits your device to complete your XYZ sample manipulator.