AXY40 Series Manual XY Tables
This series features two models with a travel range of up to 5″ by 5″ (12.7 cm x 12.7 cm). These models feature a large, unobstructed work platform. Standard lead screw advance is 0.100″/revolution. Other finer and coarser screws are available.
Features
12″ x 12″ Work surface to handle a variety of payloads
Mounting holes to easily secure payload
Inverted Stages for added rigidity, stability and longer life
AXY40 Series Models:
AXY4006W1 – 2″ x 2″ travel
AXY4009W1 – 5″ x 5″ travel
Velmex – Delivering Quality, Precision, Selection and Value
Since 1967, Velmex, Inc. has manufactured linear and rotary motion-control positioning systems for scientific, research, machining, instrumentation and industrial applications. Velmex produces UniSlide®, BiSlide® and XSlide™ manual and motor-driven stages; manual and motor-driven XY tables, rotary tables, elevating tables and turntables; as well as, VXM™ motor controls and VRO™ encoder readouts – all, American-made. All providing a variety of precise, yet simple, modular configurations to satisfy a broad range of positioning applications where high precision and value are essential. Common applications include manufacturing, research, automation and prototyping. Services provided include custom machining and controller integration.
Specifications
Factors such as size of the motor, size of the payload, travel distance, mounting direction/plane, etc. effect the actual capability of any assembly. Please contact Velmex Application Engineers to configure a system that will meet your exact requirements.
| Operating temperature | 0 to 180° F (-18 to 82° C) |
Properties of Velmex Stages - Information on stage composition, tolerances, wear and design for specialty applications.
Load Parameters - Definitions and parameters that effect the various load ratings.
| Travel Distance (W x L) | Base Plate Measurement | Maximum Envelope | ||||
| Model | Inches | cm | Inches | cm | Inches | cm |
| AXY4006 | 2" X 2" | 5.08 X 5.08 | 6" x 6" | 15.24 X 15.24 | 12.53" X 12.53" | 31.83 X 31.83 |
| AXY4009 | 5" x 5" | 12.7 X 12.7 | 9" X 9" | 22.86 X 22.86 | 18.53" X 18.53" | 47.07 X 47.07 |
| Maximum Load | Weight | Height | ||||
| Model | lbs. | kg. | lbs. | kg. | Inches | cm |
| AXY4006 | 60 | 27.22 | 8.7 | 3.95 | 3.78" | 9.6 |
| AXY4009 | 25 | 11.34 | 13 | 5.9 | 3.78" | 9.6 |
Lead Screw Specifications for XY Tables
| Series | Turns per Inch | Advance per Revolution | Screw Motion Type Code Letter – Standard Accuracy | Lead Screw Diameter |
| AXY40 | 10 | 0.100" | W1 | 3/8" |
| Repeatability | 0.00015″ (4 microns) typical |
| Straight line accuracy | 0.003″ (0.076 mm) over entire travel distance. Higher accuracy 0.0015″ (0.038mm) available |
| Screw lead accuracy | 0.003″/10″ (0.076 mm/25 cm) 0.0015″/10″ available. Consult factory. |
Basic Dimensions for Manual UniSlide XY Tables
| Model Number | Travel | Height (H) | Platform Width (W) | Platform Length (L) | XL Max | XW Max |
| AXY4006W1 | 2" x 2" | 3.78" | 6" | 6" | 12.53" | 12.53" |
| AXY4009W1 | 5" x 5" | 3.78" | 9" | 9" | 18.53" | 18.53" |
Options
Graduated Knob with Scale
A Graduated Knob with the scale mounted on the top side of the base is available as an option on Series AXY40 and AXY60 Tables.
Knob with Crank
The knob with a crank is standard on Velmex XY Tables Series AXY40 and AXY60
Optional Finishes
Many Velmex Products come standard with a brushed aluminum finish. Optional finishes including Black Anodizing are available.
UniSlide® Revolution Counter
The mechanical counter provides a convenient lead screw revolution count. This aids in determining position and providing a reference number for the location of the carriage / slider.
UniSlide® Thumbscrew-on-Lead-Screw Lock
An easy method to affix the slider utilizing a simple thumbscrew on the lead screw at the end bearing block of each axis.
Applications and Examples
The example displayed may be a custom configuration, designed to the customer’s specifications; and not offered as a standard product. Custom configurations could contain custom, externally-fabricated components.
Here is a Velmex XY Table with A VRO Encoder Readout – This allows for a high resolution position readout.
An encoder, mounted directly to the slider gives a true and accurate reading eliminating lead screw and backlash errors.
Here is an example of an XY stage with a revolution counter installed
Accessories
Encoder Cables
Encoders
VRO™ Encoder Readout
The Velmex VRO™ Encoder Readout is a compact one or two axes digital readout for linear and rotary incremental encoders.
Downloads
The majority of CAD drawings found in our Technical Library are Step (.stp) files. You will also see .dxf, .dwg, .sat and .pdf files. For .STP files, you may need to right click on the download button and save the “target” or “link”. If you require a different format or cannot located the drawing you require, please contact us.
NOTE: Lead Screw pitch variations are represented by a single drawing number. For example – AXY2506W1 becomes AXY2506XXA “W1” lead screw pitch is standard with Velmex XY Tables, although other lead screws are available.
| Title | Summary | File Type | Link | hf:file_type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AXY4006W1.sat | Medium XY Table, no aperature, 0.100″ per revolution, 2″ X 2″ Travel | sat | sat | |
| AXY4006W1.stp | Medium XY Table, 0.100″ per revolution, 2″ X 2″ Travel | stp | stp | |
| AXY4006XX.stp | Medium XY Table, 2″ X 2″ Travel – generic file for alternate lead screws | stp | stp | |
| AXY4009W1.sat | Medium XY Table, 0.100″ per revolution, 5″ X 5″ Travel | sat | sat | |
| AXY4009W1.stp | Medium XY Table, 0.100″ per revolution, 5″ X 5″ Travel | stp | stp |
Frequently Asked Questions
The part number can be found on the side one of the UniSlide assembly.
For troubleshooting guides visit the Troubleshooting Page and select your product from the dropdown.
Velmex XY Tables are made of two identical Velmex world renown UniSlide® linear stages mounted in XY. The pre-configured Tables also have a much larger payload plate and base plate.
Yes. Velmex Manually-operated XY Tables are standard with the W1 lead screw. Other lead screws are available as an option. Motorized XY Tables are available with most of Velmex’s standard and precision accuracy lead screws.
All of Velmex UniSlide®, BiSlide® and XSlide™ linear stages can be combined to make different size XY Tables to fit most any requirement. Thousands of different combinations are possible.
Lubrication is important for motion systems or wherever you want maximum life and the lowest friction. UniSlide Assemblies can be lubricated with Velmex Lubriplate Aero®. Only a few drops are required to keep your slide running smoothly. The load and hours of use effect the amount and frequency of lubrication. See the user guide that came with your UniSlide for recommendations.
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