Motorized XY Stage Selection Guide

Motorized XY Stage Selection Guide

Precise, repeatable positioning begins with the right supplier. The LDTDP-JG Series comes from a motorized xy stage manufacturer and precision xy stage supplier that integrates a cross ball guide, precision-ground screw drive, and dovetail guide rail into one high-precision translation stage. It moves a payload to exact positions in two axes automatically, replacing manual knobs and guesswork with programmable, repeatable motion. Use this guide to turn your application into a complete specification, then use the same checklist to compare responses from every supplier you shortlist.

LDTDP- JG Series  Motorized XY stage Microscope positioning stage with high precision

50–170 mmX/Y travel range options across the LDTDP-JG lineup
0.625 μmResolution on the compact LDTDP-50-JG-2 model
<10 μmRepeating accuracy across the series
60 kgMaximum load capacity on the LDTDP-170-JG-2
Start with your workflow

Which Application Is Yours?

Every application stresses a different part of the specification. Pick the scenario closest to your work and you will know which travel, load, resolution, and repeatability numbers deserve the most attention.

01

Microscopy & Scientific Research

For sample scanning, cell imaging, and experiment automation where the specimen moves beneath a fixed objective.

  • Resolution as fine as 0.625 μm
  • Repeatability under 10 μm
  • Zero position + limit switches
02

Laser & Optical Alignment

For beam steering, optics alignment, and photonics builds that need stable, backlash-free positioning under load.

  • Minimal backlash mechanics
  • Smooth dovetail movement
  • Load capacity up to 60 kg
03

Fully Automatic Measurement & Testing

For inspection, assembly check, and test routines that run unattended and need a consistent home position.

  • 50 to 170 mm programmable travel
  • High automation readiness
  • Limit switches on both ends
04

Bench-Top Positioning Tasks

For general lab positioning, process automation, and extended-axis scanning where platform footprint matters as much as travel.

  • 150 × 150 or 300 × 300 mm platform options
  • Low maintenance demands
  • Cross ball guide stability
Sizing logic first

Travel Range & Platform Size: Sizing Decisions

Travel range defines the X/Y motion envelope. Platform size defines the mounting face available for your fixture, sample, or optic. Load capacity defines how much mass the stage can move reliably. These three numbers must be selected together—not independently.

Small / Compact Position

Short travel, fine moves

Best when the work piece is small and the required motion envelope is under 50 mm in each axis. Typical tasks: microscope scanning, inspection of small components, and precision adjustment steps.

Consider: resolution priority — the 50 mm class reaches 0.625 μm Watch out: keep fixture weight well inside the rated load
Medium / Bench-Top

Balanced bench-top envelope

Best when you need a generous 100 mm of travel in both axes on a roomy 300 × 300 mm platform. Typical tasks: automated testing, multi-sample inspection, and laser alignment.

Consider: 50 kg load class pairs with bigger fixtures Watch out: confirm mounting layout fits the 300 × 300 mm platform
Large / Extended Travel

Long motion, heavy payload

Best when samples, panels, or assemblies must be scanned across a long envelope in both axes. Typical tasks: large-format measurement, multi-station automation, and heavy optical payloads.

Consider: 60 kg load capacity with a 300 × 300 mm platform Watch out: budget for bench stiffness at extended travel
Inside the stage

Guide Rail & Drive Design Explained

A motorized XY stage is only as trustworthy as its mechanical skeleton. Guide type controls how smoothly and stably the platform moves; drive and nut design control how precisely commanded motion transfers into real position.

Close detail view of the LDTDP-JG Series motorized XY stage guide rail and precision screw drive
LDTDP-JG construction: crossed-roller guide blocks, precision-ground screw drive, and dovetail guide rail work as one integrated axis system.

Cross Ball Guide

The stage uses a high-precision motorized integrated translation stage with a cross ball guide mechanism. Rolling contact helps the carriage move smoothly while maintaining lateral stiffness for consistent linear motion.

Dovetail Guide Rail

A dovetail guide rail is the load-bearing backbone of the platform. The product specification pairs it with a crossed-roller and V-shaped guide arrangement that feels comfortable to move and accepts the large payloads this series is rated to carry.

Precision-Ground Screw Drive

With a small lead and precision-ground thread, the screw drive converts motor rotation into fine linear movement. The same electronic subdivision setting produces a higher effective resolution because the mechanical lead itself is smaller.

Backlash & Screw-Pair Gap Control

The back-in-the-air nut structure actively reduces the gap between the screw and nut. Less pair gap means less lost motion on direction reversal, which directly improves repeatability and smoothness during bidirectional positioning.

Zero Position & Limit Switches

Equipped with zero position and limit switches at both ends, each axis can establish a reliable datum and prevent over-travel. That matters for automated routines that return to the same start point cycle after cycle.

Spec comparison

LDTDP-JG Series: Model-by-Model Spec Sheet

Three travel classes share the same mechanical philosophy—cross ball guide, precision-ground screw drive, and dovetail guide rail—but differ in platform size, motor size, and load capacity. Use this matrix to choose your base configuration.

LDTDP- JG Series  Motorized XY stage Microscope positioning stage with high precision
Platform dimensions and guide layout differ between the 150 × 150 mm and 300 × 300 mm model classes.
Parameter LDTDP-50-JG-2 LDTDP-100-JG-2 LDTDP-170-JG-2
Price $1714.30 $2257.14 $2828.57
Travel Range 50 mm in X & Y 100 mm in X & Y 170 mm in X & Y
Platform Dimension 150 × 150 mm 300 × 300 mm 300 × 300 mm
Resolution 0.625 μm 2.5 μm 2.5 μm
Repeating Accuracy <10 μm <10 μm <10 μm
Motor 28BYGH (1.8°) 42BYGH (1.8°) 42BYGH (1.8°)
Guide Rail Crossed roller + V-shaped guide Crossed roller + V-shaped guide Crossed roller + V-shaped guide
Net Weight 3.2 kg 8.3 kg 10.03 kg
Load Capacity 10 kg 50 kg 60 kg
Max Torque / Current 0.1 N·M / 0.35 A 0.4 N·M / 1.7 A 0.4 N·M / 1.7 A
Buyer decision:

If your process moves in both directions repeatedly, give extra weight to the nut/screw gap design and the published repeating accuracy. If your payload is heavy or the platform is large, verify that the selected guide system can carry the combined fixture + sample mass without straining the drive.

Factory-direct conversation

Turn Your Spec Into a Motorized XY Stage Quote

The LDTDP-JG page is a specification and quote hub rather than a checkout page. When you are ready, share the short checklist below so the factory team can respond with pricing and lead time that matches your actual build.

  • Target travel range: 50 / 100 / 170 mm in X & Y
  • Platform dimension preference: 150 × 150 mm or 300 × 300 mm
  • Fixture and payload mass (the series supports 10–60 kg depending on model)
  • Stepper motor expectation: 28BYGH 1.8° or 42BYGH 1.8° class
  • Controller integration or bench-top test setup requirement
LDTDP- JG Series  Motorized XY stage Microscope positioning stage with high precision

Related Reading

Three notes to help clarify product requirements before contacting the supplier.

Motorized XY Stage Basics for Laboratory Motion

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XY Stage Travel and Platform Size Explained

Travel tells you how far an XY stage can move, while platform size describes its mounting envelope, and both affect how a laboratory layout will work.

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Guide Types in Motorized XY Stages Explained

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Frequently Asked Questions

what does an ldtdp-jg motorized xy stage include?

the electric displacement system consists of three parts: displacement stage, drive motor, and controller. the stage hardware combines a cross ball guide mechanism with a precision-ground screw drive and dovetail guide rail, and each axis is equipped with zero position and limit switches at both ends.

which travel range and platform size should i choose?

the ldtdp-50-jg-2 provides 50 mm x/y travel on a 150 × 150 mm platform; the ldtdp-100-jg-2 provides 100 mm x/y travel on a 300 × 300 mm platform; and the ldtdp-170-jg-2 provides 170 mm x/y travel on a 300 × 300 mm platform. short-travel models suit microscopes and fine scanning; long-travel models suit larger measurement envelopes and heavier payloads.

what resolution and repeatability can i expect?

resolution reaches 0.625 μm on the ldtdp-50-jg-2 and 2.5 μm on the 100 mm and 170 mm models. repeating accuracy is less than 10 μm across the series. the small-lead, precision-ground screw drive is what allows the finer resolution class to reach 0.625 μm with the same electronic subdivision setting.

how much payload can these motorized xy stages carry?

load capacity is 10 kg for the ldtdp-50-jg-2, 50 kg for the ldtdp-100-jg-2, and 60 kg for the ldtdp-170-jg-2. for any automate-testing build, confirm that the combined fixture, sample, cabling, and moving mass stays below the rated load and that the bench surface is rigid enough at full travel.

why do backlash and zero-position switching matter for automated work?

backlash appears when the screw and nut have clearance, causing lost motion when the axis reverses direction. the back-in-the-air nut structure reduces that screw-pair gap, which improves repeatability and smoothness. zero-position and limit switches give the controller a reliable datum and protect the mechanism from over-travel, which is essential for unattended measurement and testing.

how do i request a quotation or talk to the factory?

visit the official ldtdp-jg product page and use the “get the latest quote” control, or contact the team directly through the contact page. to speed up the reply, include your target travel range, platform size, payload mass, motor expectation (28bygh or 42bygh 1.8°), and preferred controller setup.

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