For Laser Optics, Spectroscopy and Switches
Shutter slit systems utilize a single piezo stack acctuator to create symmetrical an open-close motion of two slit edges. The most common market for these systems is the photonics industry where they are used for beam shaping and collimation.
The piezo-electric slit system can be equipped with a strain gauge measurement system to avoid hysteresis, creep, and temperature effects. The positioning accuracy of the piezo element with integrated measurement system is typically 0.1% or better.
The PZS series shutter slit systems are available in UHV compatible version and with different body and slit edge materials (INVAR).
Specifics:
Some systems offer edges made from steel, or from invar. The optional measurement system uses a strain gauge sensor.
Common applications include: optics, spectroscopy, vacuum systems, optical switches, and shutters and scanners.
System Characteristics:
- Symmetrical movement of two slit edges
- Driven by a single piezo actuator
- Max opening size from 60 µm to 1500 µm
- Nanometer resolution
- Vacuum compatible versions
- Optional measurement system
