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Qmet-TIFR Nanopositioners

Small Footprint Cryogenic Nanopositioners

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Qmet-TIFR Nanopositioners

This small footprint nanopositioner is ideal for low-temperature applications such as point contact spectroscopy and for coarse positioning in scanning probe microscopy. However, they can also be used at room temperature. These positioners come with the inductive encoders (optional) which provide the capability of precise positioning also with closed loop control. Knocked down DIY versions of nanopositioners for educational purpose are also available at discounted rates. All our designs are open-source and we share 3D drawings and circuit diagrams with our customers.

Our Nanopoistioner Variants

Single axis positioner without encoder (X, Y or Z) 

  • Footprint and height: 15 ×15 × 15 mm 
  • Minimum step size: 80 nm 
  • Maximum travel distance: 4 mm
  • Operational load: up to 40 gms

Single axis positioner with encoder (X, Y or Z)

  • Footprint and height: 15 ×15 × 15 mm 
  • Minimum step size: 80 nm 
  • Maximum travel distance: 4 mm
  • Operational load: up to 40 gms
  • Encoder resolution: ~ 1.5 mm
  • Encoder calibration at low temperature (2 K)

2-axes and 3-axes positioner (X-Y, Z-X, Y-Z)

  • In principle, the single axes nanopositioner can be stacked on each other to achieve 2 or 3 axes control. However, for greater stability we recommend using integrated 2 or 3 axes positioners (with or without encoders). These units are typically custom based on user requirements. For details and pricing contact us. 
Short-Term (1–3 years)
Mid-Term (3–6 years)
Long-Term (6–10 years)

Build prototypes of NV microscopes; establish diamond fabrication/testing infrastructure.

Create portable NV sensors; set national benchmarks; enable industry transfer.

Scale production of diamond sensors; position India as a global leader in NV-based sensing.

Qmet-TIFR Nanopositioners
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Control Electronics

Can be integrated with a computer and provides different versions of control electronics based on the requirements of different applications

Firmware for the microcontroller as well as Labview VI-s that enables easy integration with other programs as well as customization

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