Burleigh 6000 2-Axis Inchworm Controller

The Burleigh 6000 2-Axis Inchworm Controller delivers high-resolution motion control for precision positioning applications using piezoelectric Inchworm motor technology. This controller operates two independent axes simultaneously or sequentially, eliminating the backlash and compliance issues inherent in traditional gear-driven systems. Inchworm motors achieve zero power dissipation at rest while maintaining stable position under load—critical for demanding scientific and industrial environments.

## Technical Specifications

**Axes of Control:** Two-axis independent or simultaneous operation.

**Operating Modes:** Both open-loop and closed-loop configurations supported. Open-loop systems accept external control via handset, joystick, or TTL signals for manual or automated operation. Closed-loop mode incorporates encoder counting circuitry for position feedback, step size definition, position display, zero-point establishment, and load-holding capability.

**PZT Drive Electronics:** Precision piezoelectric drive electronics deliver optimized voltage, current, and timing pulses for high-speed Inchworm motor actuation while maintaining high resolution.

**Motor Compatibility:** Optimized for Burleigh 700 series and LTS/LTO series Inchworm Motors. Also compatible with motors equipped with integral shaft encoders or user-supplied position measurement devices using TTL quadrature signals in closed-loop configurations.

## Key Features

**Manual Control Options:**
• Model 6003 Joystick: Independent or simultaneous control of two motors; speed controlled by deflection magnitude; integrated GO HOME clock signal function
• Model 6005 Handset: Single-axis operation per switch selection; speed range 4-40 nm/sec at full counterclockwise rotation; JOG and OFF modes

**Remote Control:**
• TTL signal input for automated open-loop operation
• RS-232 protocol support on 6000ULN model variant; compatible with 670 Series Computer Interface for PC integration (LabVIEW, Windows 95)

## Compatibility & Integration

The controller integrates with Burleigh’s standard Inchworm motor lineup and supports third-party position feedback devices via TTL quadrature protocols. Multiple interface options—joystick, handset, TTL, RS-232—enable deployment across benchtop, industrial automation, and PC-controlled laboratory environments.