The Melles Griot 17MNA001 Nanotrak Autoalignment Module paired with three control modules—the 17MPZ001 Piezoelectric Control Module and two 17MST001 Single-Axis Stepper-Motor Control Modules—forms a modular nanopositioning system for precision optical alignment and automated stage control. This configuration delivers the autoalignment capability, piezoelectric fine-tuning, and dual stepper-motor drive needed for demanding optoelectronic manufacturing and scientific instrumentation.
Technical Specifications
Melles Griot 17MNA001 Nanotrak Autoalignment Module
• Function: Automated precision system alignment within optoelectronic assemblies
• Form Factor: Bench-top or rack-mount versions
Melles Griot 17MPZ001 Piezoelectric Control Module
• Function: Universal driver for Melles Griot piezo actuators in the nanopositioning range
• Output Current: 1 A
• Integration: Designed for mainframe mounting, such as the 17MMR001
Melles Griot 17MST001 Single-Axis Stepper-Motor Control Module (quantity: 2)
• Function: Universal driver for stepper-motor stages in the nanopositioning range
• Output Current: 1 A per module
• Dimensions: 12 HP (61 mm) × 3 U (134 mm) × 220 mm
• Control: Full microstep drive with user-adjustable initial and final velocities, acceleration, deceleration, backlash correction, and park position drive current
• Calibration: Automatic lead-screw error compensation using multipoint calibration tables measured with 1 nm resolution laser interferometer
– Key Features
• Modular architecture supporting piezoelectric and stepper-motor control in a single system
• Precision autoalignment via dedicated 17MNA001 module
• Fine-tuned positioning using 1 A piezoelectric driver
• Dual stepper-motor channels with independent microstep control
• Integrated lead-screw error compensation with nm-level calibration accuracy
• User control over low-level motion parameters including velocity ramping and backlash correction
– Typical Applications
• Optoelectronic component manufacturing with automated stage control
• Multi-axis precision optical alignment systems
• Scientific instrumentation requiring repeatability and error compensation
– Compatibility & Integration
The 17MNA001, 17MPZ001, and 17MST001 modules are designed for integration within Melles Griot’s modular control electronics ecosystem. They operate within the company’s nanopositioning product range and may be housed in appropriate mainframes such as the 17MMR001 for centralized system management.
