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Ultra high vacuum (UHV) encoders

UHV montageUHV encoders compatible with vacuum pressures as low as 10-11 TORR. The RGH25F and RGH25U UHV readheads work with RGS20-S tape scale for both linear and partial arc applications. The RGH20F UHV readhead works with the RESR angle encoder, to provide precision rotary feedback. The vacuum range is suitable for many applications including wafer handling/testing, scientific instruments, spectroscopy, vacuum inspection equipment and many more.

UHV readheads features and benefits

  • Constructed from vacuum compatible materials and adhesives to give low outgassing rates and a clean RGA
  • Bake-out temperature of 120°C
  • Non-contact open optical system offers high speed, reliable operation with zero friction and zero wear
  • Industry standard digital and analogue outputs with resolutions to 10 nm
  • Low power consumption minimises heat dissipation
  • Vented seals
  • Adaptive electronics offer high accuracy, long-term reliability, and low cyclic error (<±0.1 µm)
  • Integral set-up LED enables quick and easy installation
  • RFI shielded cable with vacuum compatible coated wiring

The UHV range

 

Readhead

Interface

Scale

Linear (medium resolution)

RGH25U

RGB25

RGS20-S tape scale

Linear (high resolution)

RGH25F

RGF

RGS20-S tape scale

Angle

RGH20F

RGF

20 µm RESR

Next steps

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