PZ-2000 FT - XYZ Automated Microscope Stage with Piezo Z-Axis and Controller

The PZ-2000 FT (Flat-Top) Stage is a high-precision automated microscope stage made by Applied Scientific Instrumentation (ASI). It is designed to provide a high-resolution and highly repeatable means of controlling the X/Y/Z position of a microscope stage, and is compatible with a wide range of microscope brands and models, including Leica, Nikon, Evident/Olympus and Zeiss. The MS-2000 controller provides joystick control and facilitates communication via USB or RS-232 serial, and supports TTL synchronization. ASI products are supported by software from most scope manufacturers, as well as Micro-Manager, Nebula, VisiView, Inscoper, Slidebook, MetaMorph, and more (SDK available). In addition to X/Y motorization, the PZ-2000 also features a piezo Z-axis positioner. Piezo systems offer better accuracy, faster movement, and improved stability compared to traditional Z microscope drives. The fast response of piezo Z enables rapid Z-stacks for 3D volumetric imaging and improved data for any imaging where quantification is critical. The PZ-2000 is ideal for: 3D imaging Deconvolution Live Cell Imaging, Organism Tracking, and Time-Lapse Microscopy Super resolution imaging TIRF imaging PZ-2000 Stage Specifications (standard configuration) Parameter Value X- and Y-axis range of travel 120 mm × 75 mm X- and Y-axis resolution (encoder step) 22 nm X- and Y-axis RMS repeatability < 700 nm X- and Y-axis maximum velocity 7 mm/s Max recommended load (6.35mm screw pitch) 5 kg ADEPT Piezo Controller Specifications Specification PZ-2150 PZ-2300 PZ-2500 Piezo travel range (± 5%) 150 μm 300 μm 500 μm Piezo smallest move / resolution * 2.2 nm 4.5 nm 7.6 nm Maximum load for full range travel 2 kg 1 kg 1 kg Transient response time** 11–15 ms External analog input (BNC) 0-10 V Maximum input frequency 20 Hz Maximum continuous output current 13 mA **Time taken to travel 10%-90% for moves below 30% travel range with 600 g load. Many options are available, including, linear encoders for increased accuracy, stage wings for mounting, and alternative lead screw pitches. This just a partial list of the microscope models that can be compatible with the PZ-2000 stage: Evident/Olympus: IX85, IX73/83, IX71/81, IX70, BX53/63, BX51/61, BX50, BH2 Leica: DMi8, DMI6000, DMI5000, DMI4000, DM IL, DMIRBE, DMIRB, DMIRE Nikon: Eclipse Ti2, Ti-E, Ti-U, Ti-S, TE2000, TE200, TE300, Diaphot, Optiphot Zeiss: Axiovert, Axio Examiner, Axio Observer, Axio Imager, Axiovert 200, AxioPhot, AxioPlan, AxioLab If you have a scope not listed here, please inquire about compatibility.