Description
Aerotech ATS5050-14/1 Accudex Linear Slide 50mm Travel Stepper Motor Drive
The Aerotech ATS5050 is a compact motorized linear positioning slide from Aerotech's Electro Optical Division, marketed under the Accudex product line. It rides on precision linear bearings for smooth, repeatable motion and is driven by a stepper motor for automated positioning. A built-in manual micrometer knob on the motor end also allows direct hand adjustment without a controller, making it flexible for bench use. Two model suffix variants are in inventory: ATS5050-12/3 and ATS5050-14/1.
Specifications & What's Included
- Manufacturer: Aerotech, Inc. — Electro Optical Division, Pittsburgh, PA
- Product Line: Accudex
- Model: ATS5050-14/1 (second unit: ATS5050-12/3)
- Travel: 50mm
- Carriage mounting surface: approximately 2 x 2 inches with threaded hole pattern
- Bearing type: linear bearings
- Drive: stepper motor with integrated manual micrometer override knob (graduated 0–80+ scale)
- Electrical connection: flying lead cable (bare wire ends)
- Construction: black anodized aluminum carriage on aluminum base rail
- Included: linear slide with stepper motor and cable — no controller, no mounting hardware
Applications
The ATS5050 is a single-axis motorized linear stage designed for precision positioning tasks in optical, photonic, and scientific lab environments. These compact Accudex stages are commonly used for aligning fiber optics, laser beams, detectors, and optical components on breadboards or custom fixtures, as well as in automated test setups where repeatable sub-millimeter positioning is required. The dual stepper-motor/manual-drive design suits both computer-controlled motion and quick hand-adjustment without disconnecting the motor. Aerotech's Electro Optical Division produced these stages primarily in the 1980s and 1990s for research labs, university optical benches, and OEM instrument builders. They remain useful today anywhere a small-footprint, moderate-travel motorized stage is needed — particularly in legacy optical setups where Aerotech motion controllers are already in use.
This Aerotech ATS5050 Accudex motorized linear slide has been inspected and appears to be in good used condition. It was pulled from a working environment where it was previously in service. Photos show light surface scuffs on the black anodized carriage platform, consistent with normal lab use; the aluminum base rail and micrometer dial appear clean and intact. The unit includes the stepper motor housing with manual micrometer knob and flying lead cable. Two model suffix variants are in inventory (ATS5050-12/3 and ATS5050-14/1); the unit shipped may vary but is functionally equivalent. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Aerotech |
Model: |
ATS5050-14/1 |
Secondary Model: |
ATS5050-12/3 |
MPN: |
ATS5050-14/1 |
Product Line: |
Accudex |
SKU: |
26704 |
Type: |
Motorized Linear Positioning Slide |
Travel Range: |
50mm |
Drive Type: |
Stepper Motor with Manual Micrometer Override |
Bearing Type: |
Linear Bearings |
Mounting Surface: |
2 x 2 inch |
Drive Interface: |
Stepper motor + manual micrometer knob |
Connector: |
Flying lead cable |
Form Factor: |
Benchtop / Lab Stage |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
United States |
Seller Notes: |
Linear slide only — no controller or mounting hardware included. |
Compatible With: |
Aerotech motion controllers; standard 2x2 mounting systems |
Application: |
Optical alignment, lab automation, precision positioning |
Condition Notes: |
Aerotech ATS5050 Accudex linear slide in good used condition, pulled from a working environment. Light surface scuffs on the carriage; base rail and micrometer dial clean. Two suffix variants in stock (12/3 and 14/1). |
California Prop 65 Warning: |
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, and DEHP (a phthalate), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Go to P65Warnings.ca.gov |
