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AOM360D Gimbal
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AOM360D Series Optical Mounts Motorized Optical Mounts Continuous 360° rotation of both axes High axis-positioning accuracy and repeatability Low axis wobble and orthogonality Direct-drive brushless servomotors High accuracy induction feedback Cog-free design for outstanding velocity stability Thermal stability better than 0.4 arc seconds/°C Accommodates loads up to 500 mm (20 in) diameter Vacuum-compatible versions available Aerotech's AOM360D series of positioning gimbal mounts provides ultra-precise elevation-over-azimuth positioning. The finest quality motors, bearings, and transducers are incorporated into precision-machined housings to assure peak performance. The AOM360D series positioning gimbal mounts are ideal for automatic testing of components that must be precisely positioned in azimuth and elevation, such as sensors and optics. Other applications include calibration, laser beam steering, target acquisition and tracking, camera and telescope scanning and pointing. Accurate 360° Positioning Direct-drive brushless torque motors, incorporating rare-earth magnets and high-accuracy transducers, are coupled directly to precision shafts for accurate and smooth 360° continuous motion. The absence of gear trains and other drive mechanisms eliminates position error contributions due to mechanical hysteresis and backlash. Directly-coupled high-resolution inductosyn position transducers assure highly accurate and repeatable positioning with gimbal accuracy down to ±5 µrad (±1 arc sec). Superior Mechanical Design Features Large diameter, matched-set ABEC-7 bearings maximize performance with respect to wobble, moment stiffness, and rotating friction. A thick-walled, precision-ground shaft further minimizes wobble. The large diameter bearing permits large payloads without compromising performance. Three tapped holes with leveling screws provide a convenient means to align the gimbal axes with the optical axis. Mirror and Alternate Payload Accommodation A variety of mirror cell diameters are available for standard optic applications. We also provide for custom payload attachment solutions to accommodate various device interfaces. Each gimbal mirror cell can be modified or replaced with different shaped cells to accommodate sensors or other odd shaped payloads. We understand customer payloads vary and our engineers have a variety of solutions to implement offset CG payloads. Direct-Drive Motors for Outstanding Control To maximize positioning performance, AOM360D optical mounts utilize Aerotech’s S-series brushless, slotless servomotors. This motor has all of the advantages of a brushless direct-drive motor – no brushes to wear, no gear trains to maintain, and high acceleration and high speeds. Since it is a slotless, ironless design, there is zero cogging, meaning that there is absolutely no torque ripple. This results in smoother motion throughout travel and more precise positioning. WORLD HEADQUARTERS: Aerotech, Inc., United States • Phone: +1-412-963-7470 • Email: sales@aerotech.com Aerotech, Ltd., United Kingdom • Phone: +44-118-9409400 • Email: sales@aerotech.co.uk Aerotech GmbH, Germany • Phone: +49-911-9679370 • Email: sales@aerotechgmbh.de Aerotech KK, Japan • Phone: +81-47-489-1741 • Email: sales@aerotechkk.co.jp Aerotech China • Phone: +852-3793-3488 • Email: saleschina@aerotech.com

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Optical Mounts AOM360D Series SPECIFICATIONS Basic Model 360° continuous, both azimuth and elevation Mechanical Drive System Direct-Drive Brushless Ser vomotor Inductosyn (7 in diameter; 720 poles) Inductosyn (12 in diameter; 720 poles) Diameter Maximum Load Parameters Weight Axis Wobble 48.5 µrad (10 arc sec; 0.0028°); 12 µrad (2 arc sec; 0.0014°) optional Material Standard Finish Steel AZ housing and yoke; Aluminum EL housing and mir ror cell Paint: Textured Epoxy (Polane-T), Pebble Grey Color Notes: 1. Special cell adapters and slip ring assemblies available by special order. 2. Maximum...

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AOM 360D Series APPLICATION EXAMPLES Optical Mounts AOM360D Series Video Tracking — Elevation over azimuth video tracking mount for missile testing. Telescope Positioning — Telescope alignment and tracking of celestial bodies. Laser Scanning, Aiming, or Tracking — CO2 laser scanning for atmospheric and environmental LIDAR measurements. WORLD HEADQUARTERS: Aerotech, Inc., United States • Phone: +1-412-963-7470 • Email: sales@aerotech.com Aerotech, Ltd., United Kingdom • Phone: +44-118-9409400 • Email: sales@aerotech.co.uk Aerotech GmbH, Germany • Phone: +49-911-9679370 • Email:...

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1/2-13 Leveling Screw Assembly Typ - 3 Equally Spaced on B.C. 30.0° Optical Mounts Mounting Clip 1/4-20 Button Head #8-32 Set Screw Typ - 3 Equally Spaced on B.C. Azimuth: Motor Azimuth: Feedback Elevation: Feedback Motor DIMENSIONS: MILLIMETERS WORLD HEADQUARTERS: Aerotech, Inc., United States • Phone: +1-412-963-7470 • Email: sales@aerotech.com Aerotech, Ltd., United Kingdom • Phone: +44-118-9409400 • Email: sales@aerotech.co.uk Aerotech GmbH, Germany • Phone: +49-911-9679370 • Email: sales@aerotechgmbh.de Aerotech KK, Japan • Phone: +81-47-489-1741 • Email: sales@aerotechkk.co.jp...

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AOM360D Series DIMENSIONS Optical Mounts AOM360D-30 1/2-13 Leveling Screw Assembly Typ - 3 Equally Spaced on B.C. 30.0° Mounting Clip 1/4-20 Button Head #8-32 Set Screw Typ - 3 Equally Spaced on B.C. Azimuth: Motor Azimuth: Feedback Elevation: Feedback Motor DIMENSIONS: MILLIMETERS WORLD HEADQUARTERS: Aerotech, Inc., United States • Phone: +1-412-963-7470 • Email: sales@aerotech.com Aerotech, Ltd., United Kingdom • Phone: +44-118-9409400 • Email: sales@aerotech.co.uk Aerotech GmbH, Germany • Phone: +49-911-9679370 • Email: sales@aerotechgmbh.de Aerotech KK, Japan • Phone: +81-47-489-1741 •...

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Optical Mounts AOM360D Series DIMENSIONS AOM360D-40 1/2-13 Leveling Screw Assembly Typ - 3 Equally Spaced on B.C. 30.0° Mounting Clip 1/4-20 Button Head #8-32 Set Screw Typ - 3 Equally Spaced on B.C. Azimuth: Feedback Elevation: Feedback Motor DIMENSIONS: MILLIMETERS WORLD HEADQUARTERS: Aerotech, Inc., United States • Phone: +1-412-963-7470 • Email: sales@aerotech.com Aerotech, Ltd., United Kingdom • Phone: +44-118-9409400 • Email: sales@aerotech.co.uk Aerotech GmbH, Germany • Phone: +49-911-9679370 • Email: sales@aerotechgmbh.de Aerotech KK, Japan • Phone: +81-47-489-1741 • Email:...

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