Large Vertical XY Positioners

Large Vertical XY Positioner
Model: MEC-XYV
Our large vertical XY positioners are ideal for measuring medium and high gain antennas (>15 dBi) with large apertures from L-band through Ku-band frequencies, making them suitable for testing large arrays or reflector antennas. The high capacity probe carriage accommodates probes as low as WR1500 including optional roll and z-stages.

Features
  • High planarity accuracy and position repeatability
  • 9.1 m x 9.1 m (30 ft x 3 ft) to 32.9 m x 15.8 m (108 ft x 52 ft) scan area
  • Precision rack and pinion drive
  • Inverted “T” frame design for high accuracy
  • Laser-based enhanced accuracy options available
  • Specifications
  • Applications
  • Standard Components
  • Compatibility
Scan Area
 9.1 x 9.1 m – 32.9 m x 15.8 m (30 ft x 30 ft – 108 ft x 52 ft)
Planarity 0.1 – 0.5 mm RMS (0.004 – 0.020 in. RMS)
*Corrected Planarity  0.05 – 0.2 mm RMS (0.002 – 0.008 in. RMS)
Resolution 0.05 mm (0.002 in.)
 Position Repeatability 0.05 mm RMS (0.002 in. RMS)
Scan Speed  X: 0.2 m/s (8 in./s)
Y: 0.25 m/s (10 in./s)
Carriage Capacity 79.5 kg (175 lb)
*Note: Requires optional structure correction software and motorize translation stage.
  • MEC-XYV Large Vertical XY Positioner
  • Instruction manual
  • Interface control drawing (ICD)

Recommended Position Controllers:

  • 4 Axis Intelligent measurement controller (IMC)
  • 4 Axis Antenna range controller (ARC)
  • 8 Axis Motion controller (PMC)