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Backlash error is inherent in mechanically driven systems, such as ballscrew/leadscrew stages, systems with gearboxes, and belt-driven stages. In newer stages from Aerotech, the effects of backlash may not be large enough to measure or notice. However, as a system ages, backlash generally increases. Some stages also inherently have greater backlash than others. Backlash compensation is available in the A3200, Ensemble, and Soloist controller series. This feature is not available on Automation1.
This guide is most useful for older stages that require backlash compensation to remain in working order.
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