High Accuracy / High Speed Linear Actuators for Precision Automation and Nanopositioning


High Speed, High Precision Direct Drive Linear Actuators



High Speed ActuatorsDirect Drive, Fast High Speed Actuators, High Precision, High Accuracy
Screw-Type Actuators

Non-Magnetic/PiezoWalk

Flexure Actuators


Low-Cost Steppers

Linear Tables



Piezo Linear Stacks



Controllers







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PI offers a broad range of linear actuators designed for high-precision motion control, automation, and nanopositioning. These actuator technologies support applications that demand exceptional accuracy, fast response, high reliability, and compact integration. PI’s portfolio includes piezo linear actuators, motorized linear actuators, voice coil linear actuators, and direct-drive linear stages, covering travel ranges from microscopic motion to long-travel industrial positioning.

For ultra-fine motion, PI provides piezoelectric linear actuators and piezo motor-driven linear actuators capable of resolution in the nanometer and sub-nanometer range. These solutions are ideal for microscopy, photonics alignment, metrology, semiconductor inspection, and bio-nanotechnology. Their frictionless or flexure-guided designs enable highly repeatable motion with minimal wear, making them well suited for demanding research and OEM environments.

For industrial and automation tasks, PI also supplies high-speed linear actuators based on direct-drive electromagnetic motors, including voice coil actuators and ironless linear motor stages. These systems provide high acceleration, smooth motion, and excellent positioning accuracy for applications such as semiconductor manufacturing, laser processing, optical alignment, medical engineering, precision machining, and aerospace engineering. Direct-drive technology eliminates mechanical transmission components such as belts and screws, reducing backlash, friction, and maintenance.

PI linear actuators are available with a wide variety of guide technologies, encoder options, controller interfaces, and travel ranges. Depending on the application, customers can choose compact actuators for embedded motion, vacuum-compatible designs for scientific instruments, or robust industrial systems for 24/7 operation.

As a global leader in precision motion control and nanopositioning, PI develops and manufactures high-performance linear actuator solutions with positioning accuracy down to the nanometer realm and below. Whether the requirement is fast linear motion, ultra-precise positioning, or reliable automation, PI offers actuator technologies engineered for advanced scientific and industrial applications.

High Precision Actuators and High Speed Linear Actuators are used in automation and nanopositioning applications in industries such as: Bio-Nanotechnology, Semiconductor Test & Manufacturing; Medical Engineering; Lasers, Optics, Microscopy; Aerospace Engineering; Precision Machining; Astronomy and Microsystems Technology. PI is a global leader in the design and manufacture of high performance, precision actuators and direct drive positioning systems with accuracy levels down to the nanometer realm and below.

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Currently 6 different Classes of Actuators are Offered: