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ProScan HLD117DM


Linear Motor Ultra-precision Stage for Leica Inverted Microscopes

The HLD117DM linear motor stage is designed for Leica inverted research microscopes. Prior's linear motor technology offers a direct upgrade in performance compared to the H117E1D4, with the low friction linear drives offering exceptional acceleration and deceleration characteristics for point to point imaging, or controlled constant velocity for continuous motion scanning or stitch mosaicing. In addition, the HLD117DM can operate at higher speeds than its stepper motor counterpart. Directly compatible with the NanoScan SP Series piezo stage range and featuring 50nm linear encoders, the HLD117DM represents the pinnacle for high end stage performance for Leica systems. Despite its advanced capabilities, the slim profile makes the stage easy to install and the flat top design facilitates easy sample loading.


    • Highest speed, resolution and repeatability of any non-piezo Prior stage
    • Ultra quiet and smooth operation even at high speeds of up to 300 mm/s
    • Directly compatible with Leica DMi8
    • Directly compatible with NanoScan SP series piezo stages
    • Flat top design for ease of sample loading
Travel Range 120 x 72 mm
XY Repeatibility 0.15 µm
Minimum Step Size 0.05 µm
Metric Accuracy 0.045 μm
Minimum Velocity 1 μm/s
Maximum Velocity 300 mm/s
Squareness 20 arc/second
Motors High precision linear DC servo
Weight 7 kg
Maximum Load Capacity 6 kg

Specifications as per datasheet. Please see datasheet for details.

  • H223XRNC Extra recessed holder for micro titre plates (85x128 mm) with diagonal corner sections removed

  • H229XR Adjustable Petri dish holder, dish diameter up to 90 mm

  • H473XR Universal specimen holder, extra recessed, for slides & Petri dishes

  • H234XR Low profile slide holder, recessed, for four 76x26 mm microscope slides

  • H224XRLP Low profile slide holder, extra recessed, for one 76 x 26 mm microscope slide

Option Manufacturer Compatibility Notes
HLD117DM Leica DMi8, DMI4000, DMI5000, DMI6000B

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