arQtika LCW
Cryogenic nanopositioner utilizing walking piezo technology for low temperature environments
Onnes Technologies is proud to offer cryogenic nanopositioner that is reliable, robust and dissipates extraordinary little heat.
Cryo-walking technology
Game changer for cryogenic nanopositioning
Over a decade ago, the walking piezo actuator was introduced, primarily targeting the semiconductor industry, where reliability, long-term stability, and high position resolution are of utmost importance.
Onnes Technologies takes great pride in offering this revolutionary technology for cryogenic applications. With extensive improvements and successful implementation, we have adapted and refined the walking piezo technology specifically for nanopositioning in cryogenic environments even below 10 mK. In 2019, we named this remarkable technique as Cryo-Walking.
Distinguished as the sole supplier capable of implementing walking piezo technology for ultra-low temperatures, Onnes Technologies leads the way in cryogenic nanopositioning solutions. Experience the pinnacle of reliability, stability, and precision with Cryo-Walking for ultra-low temperature nanopositioning.
Experience Unmatched Precision
Onnes Technologies is proud to introduce revolutionary Cryo-Walking Technology, delivering the highest precision coupled with an extensive travel range. With our unique approach, you can achieve precision comparable to a standard piezo scanner while enjoying significantly longer travel distances.
Robust and Reliable Performance
Unlike conventional techniques, Cryo-Walking technology eliminates the reliance on static and dynamic friction differences, ensuring robust performance across the entire temperature range. You can seamlessly conduct experiments in high temperatures as well as ultra-low temperatures.
Unparalleled Low Heat Dissipation
With arQtika, we have meticulously optimized the hardware and operational configuration, including mechanical design and control signal. This careful optimization allows us to operate in the lowest loss factor regime of the piezo material, resulting in the lowest heat dissipation.
Unprecedented Precision and Extended Travel Ranges
With Cryo-Walking technology, arQtika cryogenic nanopositioners offer the remarkable ability to traverse long distances with unparalleled precision. The coupling of stage to piezoceramic actuators is not subject to sliding friction effects, the stage is positioned by physical clamping and lifting the actuators which leads to almost no degradation over time. Together with capacitive position sensing, arQtika can operate in closed-loop operation mode, ensuring the highest levels of precision throughout your applications.
Ensuring Stability
In arQtika, piezoceramic actuators consistently exert substantial force on the slider, creating a stiff and robust design. This constant force exertion provides a notable advantage by mitigating the influence of external vibrations originating from sources like other positioners (eliminating cross talk) or vibrations present in the noisy cryogenic environment. This critical feature enables minimizing drift effects and preventing cross-talk, guaranteeing exceptional stability throughout your operations.
Wiring Agnostic
arQtika is compatible with various types of wiring, including standard, RF, and superconductive. It does not have any specific requirements concerning resistivity or attenuation.
Technical Specifications | |
| Dimensions | 32 mm x 32 mm x 34,1 mm |
| Weight | 110 grams |
| Travel range | 12 mm |
| Positioning Technology | Cryo-Walking |
| Positioning Resolution | < 1 nm |
| Sensing Technology | Capacitive |
| Sensing Resolution | < 25 nm |
| Repeatability | 10 nm |
| Maximum Load | 4 kilograms |
| Operating Temperature | < 10 mK - 393 K |
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For further context and detailed descriptions, please refer to the glossary.
MCX4 - Motion Controller
Open Loop Motion Controller for up to 4 arQtika cryogenic nanopositioners. The MCX4 provides precise control for arQtika cryogenic nanopositioners, ensuring accurate and reliable movement in low-temperature environments. Its advanced calibration capabilities allow for individualized control of each motor, optimizing performance for demanding applications at milli-Kelvin temperatures.
SCX1 - Sensor Controller
Every arQtika comes with an integrated capacitive position sensor inside enabling <10 nm positioning accuracy. The SCX1 is designed to provide precise readouts for the integrated capacitive position sensors. Essential for closed-loop operation, the SCX1 ensures high accuracy and stability in low-temperature environments. Its advanced capabilities enhance the performance of your nanopositioning system, making it ideal for demanding applications in milli-Kelvin temperatures.
Heat Link
For quick thermalization, Onnes Technologies offers gold-plated copper braided heat link welded to standard or customized top and bottom plates for the best thermal coupling Due to the high payload capability, the positioners are not affected by including heat links.
z-axis mount
The rigid design and high holding force of arQtika enables using the same nanopositioner in horizontal as well as vertical axes. Gold-plated copper L-Bracket can be used for vertical mounting. In addition to that, the base plate can also be customized.
Signal Breakout Box - SBB-6
This 19” rack compatible Signal Breakout Box ensures an easy way of connecting your electronics to the wiring of your cryostat. This box connects a 24-pin 105-series Fischer connector to 6x 4-pin LEMO connectors. By ensuring optimal filtering and minimizing crosstalk, the SBB preserves the quality of your measurement signals.
Complete Cabling Solution
We present an all-inclusive cabling solution for your setup, ensuring a seamless start to operation. This will simplify the integration of arQtika into your cryogenic environment, making it effortlessly straightforward. The modular design also facilitates easy testing of the nanopositioners in ambient conditions.
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Typical applications
What arQtika can do for you
Low Temperature Scanning Probe Microscope
The characterization of materials and devices at low temperatures is essential to understanding the fundamental physical concepts underlying their behavior. Onnes Technologies offers with arQtika a platform that works excellently in preserving the low temperature and low vibration environment while offering full flexibility in positioning - long travel ranges, nm accuracy and large payloads.
Quantum Optics
Probing with light in quantum emitter research for Quantum Communication developments benefits from reliable, steady positioning with excellent position readout on the nm level. Moreover, in case of scanning optical cavities the requirements related to travel range and stability are pushed even further. arQtika is a fully piezo-based solution that tackles these challenges with absolute reliable operation.
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