
Introduction
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1Introduction
The E-665 is a bench-top device for operating stages with low-
voltage piezoelectric translators (LVPZTs). All E-665 models
have RS-232, USB and I2C interfaces for computer control and
networking, a power amplifier, sensor excitation and readout
circuitry with different filters and a proportional-integral (P-I)
servo-controller. The integrated amplifier can output and sink a
peak current of 360 mA and an average current of 150 mA over
an extended voltage range of -30 to 130 V. The units can be
operated in both open-loop and closed-loop modes. Different
models are available for use with LVPZTs equipped with strain
gauge (SGS) or capacitive displacement sensors.
The E-665 can be operated manually by front-panel
potentiometers, by external analog signals or by computer over
a USB or RS-232 communications link. Up to 12 E-665s can be
controlled off a single computer interface. The block diagram on
p. 25 answers most questions about how the various elements
interact with each other. Commands are compatible with the PI
General Command Set (see the E-816 User Manual for
computer interfacing and command set details).
E-665s can be used for both static and dynamic applications.
High output stability and low noise assures stable
micropositioning. Because LVPZT translators have high
capacitances, the amplifier is designed to supply appropriately
high peak currents for dynamic applications. Excellent linearity
and stability allow the use of E-665s in precision measurement
and control systems.
1.1 How to use the Documentation
E-665 User Manual (this document)
This User Manual enables you to put your stage with the E-665
into operation for the first time. Furthermore, it gives an
overview of the E-665 functions and specifications.
Always keep this user manual available by the E-665.
The latest versions of the user manuals are available for
download on our website (www.pi.ws).
Add all information given by the manufacturer to the User
Manual, for example supplements or Technical Notes.