Piezo Tube Actuators
Radial, Axial and XY Displacements with Low Loads
Piezoceramic tube actuators of the piezo tube series are monolithic actuators, which contract radially and axially as soon as a voltage is applied between the inner and the outer electrode. Piezo tube actuators are often used in scanning probe microscopes to provide dynamic scanning motions in open-loop operation, and as fiber stretchers. Furthermore they are e.g. employed for microdosing tasks in nanoliter pumps or inkjet printers.
Piezo tube actuators are manufactured to the tightest tolerances (0.05 mm). We can provide tubes with diameters as small as 0.8 mm.
Customization
Piezo tube actuators are manufactured in a variety of shapes. They are designed to optimally suit the specific application. On request, we gladly offer you customized products.
Dimensions
Dimensions
The dimensions of tube actuators can be customized. Even large quantities can be delivered on short notice. Tube actuators can be provided with multi-segmented electrodes, for example, to influence the oscillation characteristics. Wrap-around electrodes allow you to establish electrical contacting at a favorable position within the mechanical assembly.
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Piezoelectric Actuators
Components, Technologies, Operation
PI Piezoelectric Ceramic Products
Fundamentals, Characteristics and Applications
User Manual A000T0047
Handling and Electrical Contacting of Piezo Components