Focus Control

High resolution focus control is an important accessory for automated systems. The high resolution stepper motor coupled to the microscope focusing mechanism is simple, precise and very effective. The integrated MAC 6000 Digipot controller provides intuitive fingertip control for fine postitioning as well as coarse focus. A unique feature provides means to disengage the motor for manual positioning if required.

Essential to microscope automation is focus control. LEP offers two technologies for precision focus control: motorized mcroscope focus and a stage peizo Z-stage. The standard focus motor options provide precision motor drive with feedback options ensuring accurate focus positioning. For demanding applications Piezo driven nano positioning features resolution down to 3nm with higher speed and accuracy.

Focus Controller

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The MAC 6000 controller is the fifth generation automation controller from Ludl Electronic Products. Effectively
addressing critical requirements with state of the art electronics, the MAC 6000 offers all the commonly expected
features plus much more powerful additional functionality.
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Focus Drive

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The standard automated focus is a motor coupled to the fine focus of the microscope. The LEP precision stepper motor drive can provide very high resolution: up to 2.5 nanometers.
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An optional linear encoder can be integrated with the focus motor. The encoder is fixtured to the microscope body so that it provides real-time measurement of the stage height in relation to the optics.
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Piezo Z-Axis Control

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Nano positioning focus controls provide very high resolutions with high throughput and speed. High resolution and speed are needed for acquiring stacks of images for processing and deconvolution.
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