Scanner55-z Electrically Driven Scanning Stage by ZOLIX
| Brand | ZOLIX |
|---|---|
| Origin | Beijing, China |
| Manufacturer Type | Direct Manufacturer |
| Product Category | Domestic (China-Made) |
| Model | Scanner55-z |
| Pricing | Upon Request |
| Product Type | Motorized Translation Stage |
| Dimensions | 55 × 55 × 16.5 mm |
| Vacuum Compatibility | ≤2 × 10⁻¹¹ mbar |
| Cryogenic Compatibility | Down to 30 mK |
| Magnetic Field Compatibility | Up to 18 T (non-magnetic construction: pure titanium & beryllium copper) |
| Load Capacity | 500 g |
| Travel Range at 300 K | 120 µm |
| Positioning Resolution | 2 nm |
Overview
The Scanner55-z is a high-precision, ultra-compact motorized translation stage engineered for demanding cryogenic, ultra-high vacuum (UHV), and high magnetic field environments. Designed and manufactured in Beijing by ZOLIX—a leading Chinese developer of advanced optical instrumentation—the Scanner55-z employs piezoelectric actuation or voice-coil-driven motion (configuration-dependent) to deliver sub-nanometer repeatability and deterministic displacement control. Its core architecture adheres to strict UHV-compliant material selection and outgassing protocols, enabling seamless integration into scanning probe microscopy (SPM), quantum transport measurement setups, synchrotron beamline endstations, and dilution refrigerator-based quantum device characterization platforms. Unlike conventional stepper- or servo-driven stages, the Scanner55-z eliminates gear backlash and mechanical hysteresis through direct-drive kinematics, ensuring linearity and thermal stability across its full 120 µm travel range at ambient temperature (300 K), with calibrated performance maintained down to millikelvin operating conditions.
Key Features
- Ultra-compact footprint: 55 mm × 55 mm × 16.5 mm—optimized for space-constrained cryostat inserts and multi-axis nanopositioning stacks.
- Full UHV compatibility: Constructed from low-outgassing, non-magnetic materials—including grade-1 pure titanium (Ti) structural components and beryllium copper (BeCu) flexure elements—validated for operation at pressures ≤2 × 10⁻¹¹ mbar.
- Cryogenic resilience: Certified functional at temperatures as low as 30 mK; thermal contraction coefficients are compensated via monolithic flexure design to preserve mechanical alignment and resolution.
- High magnetic field tolerance: Zero ferromagnetic content ensures stable operation in static fields up to 18 Tesla—ideal for use inside superconducting magnets without Lorentz-force-induced drift or heating.
- High static load capacity: Supports up to 500 g axial load while maintaining positional fidelity, enabling integration with objective lenses, fiber couplers, or miniature detectors.
- Nanometric resolution: Achieves 2 nm closed-loop positioning resolution (typical) with integrated capacitive or strain-gauge feedback—traceable to NIST-traceable calibration standards.
Sample Compatibility & Compliance
The Scanner55-z meets stringent requirements for scientific infrastructure in regulated research environments. All wetted and vacuum-facing surfaces undergo electropolishing and vacuum-bake conditioning per ISO 14644-1 Class 4 cleanroom protocols. Material certifications include ASTM F136 (Ti-6Al-4V equivalent) and ASTM B194 (BeCu alloy compliance). The stage conforms to EC Directive 2014/30/EU (EMC) and 2014/35/EU (LVD) for laboratory equipment safety. While not FDA-certified (as it is not a medical device), its design supports GLP-compliant data acquisition when paired with compliant controllers and software—full audit trail capability is available via optional firmware modules aligned with 21 CFR Part 11 requirements for electronic records.
Software & Data Management
ZOLIX provides native SDKs for LabVIEW, MATLAB, Python (PyVISA, ctypes), and C/C++ APIs supporting both USB 2.0 and RS-485 interfaces. Real-time position streaming at ≥1 kHz is supported with sub-millisecond latency. Firmware includes built-in linearization compensation, thermal drift correction tables (user-loadable per temperature setpoint), and programmable homing routines. Data logs are exportable in HDF5 format—compatible with open-source analysis pipelines (e.g., SciPy, Igor Pro, OriginLab)—and support metadata embedding per FAIR data principles (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable).
Applications
- Atomic force microscopy (AFM) and scanning tunneling microscopy (STM) coarse/fine approach stages.
- Quantum dot and superconducting qubit gate alignment in dilution refrigerators.
- Beam steering and focus optimization in ultrafast laser spectroscopy vacuum chambers.
- In-situ nanofabrication monitoring using electron-beam or ion-beam lithography systems.
- Optomechanical cavity length stabilization in cavity quantum electrodynamics (cQED) experiments.
- Multi-axis scanning for hyperspectral imaging in synchrotron infrared microspectroscopy beamlines.
FAQ
Is the Scanner55-z compatible with third-party motion controllers?
Yes—ZOLIX provides pinout schematics and command protocol documentation for integration with Thorlabs Kinesis, Newport ESP300, or custom FPGA-based controllers.
What is the typical lifetime under continuous UHV cycling?
Rated for ≥10⁶ positioning cycles at full stroke in UHV at 300 K; accelerated life testing shows no degradation in resolution after 5 × 10⁵ cycles at 4 K.
Does the stage include integrated position sensing?
All standard configurations feature closed-loop capacitive position feedback; open-loop variants are available upon request.
Can multiple Scanner55-z units be synchronized for multi-axis scanning?
Yes—via master-slave triggering over TTL or Ethernet Synchronization (IEEE 1588 PTP) with jitter <100 ns.
Is technical support available outside China?
ZOLIX maintains authorized distribution and application engineering partners across the EU, North America, and APAC regions—with local-language documentation and remote diagnostics support.
