Custom LLC4 Motorized Linear Stage with Nippon Pulse S16-2S Linear Motor, 128 mm Travel

Custom LLC4 Motorized Linear Stage with Nippon Pulse S16-2S Linear Motor

The Custom LLC4 is a motorized linear stage designed for precision positioning and automated motion-control applications. The stage provides 128 mm of linear travel and combines a Nippon Pulse S16-2S linear motor, crossed-roller guideway, and RSF Elektronik MS 20 encoder in a specialized positioning assembly.

Unlike a conventional motorized stage with a rotary motor and mechanical drive screw, the LLC4 uses a non-contact linear motor. The direct-drive configuration moves the stage without a conventional screw-driven transmission between the motor and moving platform. A specified magnetic gap of 0.5 mm separates the active motor components, supporting contactless drive operation.

The stage is mounted on a crossed-roller guideway bearing identified as CRWG3-223. This mechanical guidance system supports stable linear movement along the available travel. Position feedback is supplied by an RSF Elektronik MS 20 encoder, allowing a compatible controller to monitor stage displacement as part of a closed-loop positioning system.

Features and Benefits of the Custom LLC4 Motorized Linear Stage

The Custom LLC4 combines direct linear-motor actuation, crossed-roller guidance, and encoder feedback for professional motion-control applications.

• 128 mm travel range: Provides extended linear movement for positioning, scanning, inspection, measurement, and automated handling operations.
• Nippon Pulse S16-2S linear motor: Uses a dedicated linear motor to produce stage movement without a conventional rotary motor and drive screw.
• Non-contact drive design: Operates with a specified 0.5 mm magnetic gap between the active motor components.
• Crossed-roller guideway: The CRWG3-223 guideway supports stable and controlled linear movement.
• RSF Elektronik MS 20 encoder: Provides position feedback for integration with compatible closed-loop control electronics.
• 0.6 A continuous current: The linear motor is specified for a continuous current of 0.6 A.
• 10 N force: Provides a specified force of 10 N for compatible positioning applications.
• Custom positioning assembly: Suitable for integration into specialized laboratory, research, inspection, and industrial automation equipment.

Direct-Drive Linear Motion

The Nippon Pulse S16-2S linear motor applies force directly along the stage's direction of travel. This arrangement eliminates the need for a conventional leadscrew, ballscrew, belt, or gear transmission between the motor and moving stage assembly.

Direct-drive linear motion can be useful in applications where smooth movement, simplified mechanical transmission, and responsive positioning are important. Actual speed, acceleration, positioning accuracy, repeatability, and load capacity depend on the complete mechanical and electronic configuration and should not be assumed from the motor designation alone.

The motor has a specified continuous current of 0.6 A and a force rating of 10 N. A compatible linear-motor controller or servo drive must be selected and configured for the electrical characteristics of the Nippon Pulse S16-2S motor and the feedback signals supplied by the installed encoder.

Crossed-Roller Guideway

The Custom LLC4 stage is mounted on a CRWG3-223 crossed-roller guideway bearing. Crossed-roller guidance controls the movement of the stage along its linear axis while providing mechanical support for the moving platform.

The guideway, supporting structure, mounting surfaces, and installed load all influence the performance of the completed positioning system. The stage should be mounted on a rigid and level base using suitable hardware. Loads should be secured and positioned to minimize excessive offset forces or moments.

The crossed-roller guideway should be inspected for contamination, damage, and unrestricted movement before powered operation. Foreign material on the guide surfaces can interfere with movement or affect the mechanical performance of the stage.

RSF Elektronik MS 20 Encoder Feedback

An RSF Elektronik MS 20 encoder provides position feedback for the LLC4 motorized stage. Encoder feedback allows compatible control electronics to determine stage position and regulate movement in a closed-loop motion-control configuration.

Before integration, users should verify the encoder interface, signal format, supply requirements, connector pinout, reference signal, counting direction, resolution, and compatibility with the intended controller. The specific positioning resolution and accuracy of the complete stage system should not be assumed without the applicable encoder configuration and system-level verification.

Proper encoder alignment and controller configuration are important for controlled movement. Incorrect feedback polarity, scaling, or commutation settings can result in positioning errors or uncontrolled motion.

Typical Applications

The Custom LLC4 Motorized Linear Stage is suitable for professional applications such as:

• Automated linear positioning
• Optical and photonics research
• Laboratory measurement automation
• Component scanning and characterization
• Camera, detector, and sensor positioning
• Automated inspection systems
• Device-under-test positioning
• Engineering research and development
• Industrial automation equipment
• Production and manufacturing systems
• Custom motion-control platforms
• Replacement or restoration of compatible positioning equipment

Product Overview

Product Name	Custom LLC4 Motorized Linear Stage
Model	LLC4
Product Category	Motorized Linear Stage
Travel Range	128 mm
Motor Manufacturer	Nippon Pulse
Motor Model	S16-2S
Motor Type	Non-contact linear motor
Encoder	RSF Elektronik MS 20
Guideway	CRWG3-223 crossed-roller guideway bearing
Primary Application	Precision linear positioning and automated motion control

 

Specifications

Specification	Details
Stage Model	LLC4
Stage Type	Custom motorized linear positioning stage
Linear Travel	128 mm
Linear Motor	Nippon Pulse S16-2S
Motor Design	Non-contact linear motor
Continuous Current	0.6 A
Magnetic Gap	0.5 mm
Force	10 N
Encoder Manufacturer	RSF Elektronik
Encoder Model	MS 20
Linear Guide	Crossed-roller guideway bearing
Guideway Model	CRWG3-223

 

Controller and System Compatibility

The Custom LLC4 requires compatible linear-motor control electronics for powered operation. The intended controller or servo drive must support the Nippon Pulse S16-2S motor and the feedback signals provided by the RSF Elektronik MS 20 encoder.

Before connecting the stage, users should verify the motor phase configuration, continuous and peak current limits, encoder supply, encoder signal type, commutation method, feedback polarity, travel limits, connector pinout, cable wiring, and controller tuning requirements. The motor should not be connected to a driver based only on connector appearance.

A controller, servo drive, power supply, control cable, encoder cable, computer interface, software, mounting hardware, and other accessories should not be assumed to be included unless specifically identified in the product listing. Because the LLC4 is a custom stage, system compatibility should be evaluated using the actual motor, encoder, wiring, and mechanical configuration.

Installation and Operating Considerations

The stage should be mounted on a rigid, level surface using appropriate hardware. The installed load should be securely attached and positioned to minimize excessive offset forces. Cables should have sufficient clearance and strain relief to accommodate the complete 128 mm movement range.

Before powered operation, users should verify the available travel, direction of movement, encoder counting direction, motor response, physical clearances, controller limits, and emergency-stop procedure. Initial movement should be performed at reduced current, speed, and acceleration while the stage is closely observed.

The 0.5 mm magnetic gap should be maintained according to the mechanical configuration of the stage. Contact between the active motor components, contamination within the gap, or improper alignment may interfere with movement or damage the motor assembly.

Comprehensive Functional and Performance Testing

When applicable, the Custom LLC4 Motorized Linear Stage can undergo comprehensive functional and performance testing before shipment. Available checks may include visual inspection, guideway movement, motor winding evaluation, encoder signal verification, cable and connector inspection, directional movement, and operation over the accessible travel range with compatible control electronics.

The extent of testing depends on the availability of a suitable linear-motor controller, servo drive, encoder interface, cables, power supply, and measurement equipment. Buyers with specific positioning, travel, encoder, motor, force, current, controller, or integration requirements should communicate those requirements before purchase.

Why Buy from AssetRelay?

AssetRelay supplies professional equipment and product solutions for fiber optic, telecom, laboratory, production, inspection, cleaning, RF/microwave, electronic test, motion control, and photonics applications. This product is listed to help technical buyers, procurement teams, engineers, researchers, laboratory personnel, system integrators, and service organizations source specialized positioning equipment for professional environments.

Before purchasing, buyers should review the stage configuration, motor and encoder information, product photographs, condition details, included accessories, connector wiring, mounting requirements, controller compatibility, and available testing information. Confirming these details is particularly important when sourcing custom motorized positioning equipment.