PLR110 Rotary Positioning Stage from Primatics

Primatics PLR110 Rotary StageThe Primatics PLR110 rotary stage is engineered for applications where precise angular positioning, fast settling, and installation flexibility are critical. Its direct-drive brushless servo motor eliminates the mechanical limitations of worm-driven systems, providing smoother motion, lower wear, and greater long-term reliability.

Designed with a large open aperture and low-profile footprint, the PLR110 gives engineers the flexibility to route cables, optics, or pneumatic lines directly through the center of the stage. This makes it especially useful in compact automation systems, optical alignment platforms, and assembly environments where space efficiency matters.

With angular resolution down to 0.43 arc-seconds and repeatability of ±2 arc-seconds, the PLR110 is built for high-accuracy positioning tasks that require stable and repeatable motion over time.

Ideal Applications:

  • Optical component alignment
  • Precision assembly systems
  • Semiconductor inspection tools
  • Laser processing systems
  • Automated metrology stations
  • Motion platforms for research and development

Features

PLR110 Rotary Stage Features

Unlike gear-driven rotary stages, the PLR110 uses a direct-drive motor architecture, reducing backlash and minimizing mechanical wear. This improves precision and extends service life.

Large Hollow Bore Design

The open-center design simplifies cable management and enables clean routing for wiring, vacuum lines, and optical paths—valuable in automation and photonics applications.

Low Profile for Tight Installations

At only 38 mm tall, the PLR110 fits into space-restricted systems without sacrificing performance.

High Repeatability for Process Stability

Consistent motion performance helps maintain alignment accuracy across repeated cycles, reducing variation in automated processes.

Factory-Tested Accuracy

Every stage undergoes verification testing and burn-in procedures before shipment, helping ensure long-term consistency and dependable field performance. 

Specifications

PLR110 Rotary Stage Specifications

Travel Range: ±60°

Resolution: 0.43 arc-sec nominal

Accuracy: ±30 arc-sec

Repeatability: ±2 arc-sec

Axial Runout: ±3 μm

Radial Runout: ±5 μm

Continuous Torque: 0.5 N-m

Peak Torque: 1.8 N-m

Rated Speed: 45°/sec

Axial Load Capacity: 2 kg

Radial Load Capacity: 0.8 kg

Stage Height: 38 mm

Footprint: 232 x 232 mm

Weight: 3.8 kg

Encoder Type: 0.2 μm steel tape scale

Cleanroom Rating: Class 10,000

These specifications make the PLR110 an excellent choice for engineers requiring compact rotary motion with high angular precision and integrated cable pass-through capabilities. 

Applications

PLR110 Rotary Stage Applications

The PLR110 is built to integrate into advanced automation systems where rotary positioning needs to work seamlessly alongside linear stages, sensors, and tooling.

Its open-throat architecture allows for:

  • Direct optical beam paths
  • Internal cable routing for rotating fixtures
  • Simplified pneumatic tubing management
  • Reduced cable drag in moving assemblies

For OEM machine builders and research engineers, this creates opportunities for cleaner mechanical layouts, improved reliability, and reduced assembly complexity.

Common Industries:

  • Semiconductor manufacturing
  • Photonics and laser systems
  • Medical device automation
  • Precision manufacturing
  • Life sciences instrumentation
  • Aerospace inspection systems

Its compact structure and direct-drive performance make it a practical choice for applications where every micron—and every degree—matters.

Q & A

PLR110 Rotary Stage Q & A

+What makes the Primatics PLR110 better than a worm-driven rotary stage?
The PLR110 uses direct-drive motion instead of mechanical gearing, which reduces backlash, lowers maintenance, and improves long-term positioning accuracy. This makes it better suited for high-cycle precision applications.
+Can the PLR110 be used for optical alignment applications?
Yes. Its high angular resolution, excellent repeatability, and open-center design make it ideal for optical alignment, beam steering, and laser-based positioning systems.
+What is the benefit of the hollow bore in the PLR110?
The hollow bore allows cables, air lines, or optical paths to pass directly through the center of the stage, simplifying system design and reducing cable management issues.
+How accurate is the Primatics PLR110 rotary stage?
The PLR110 provides ±30 arc-second accuracy with repeatability of ±2 arc-seconds, making it suitable for applications where precise angular correction is essential.
+What types of systems commonly use the PLR110?
The PLR110 is commonly used in semiconductor inspection, laser machining, automated assembly, metrology, and photonics systems where compact, high-precision rotation is required.


 

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