GIM04 – 3-Axis mmWave and THz positioners

Gim04-230

3-Axis mmWave and THz positioners

GIM04 is MilliBox’s latest generation of mmWave and THz positioners. It can control 3 axes of rotation in Elevation, Azimuth and Polarization from a single USB controller. Its construction allows GIM04 to adjust to various DUT form-factors. GIM04 adds a new level of versatility for daily over-the-air measurements.

Polarization control

GIM04 positioners support the new X-Pol platform system adding polarization as a 3rd axis to the
device under test (DUT) control in addition to elevation and azimuth axes.

Robust and accurate

All gears in GIM04 are made of precision machined DelrinTM material for higher strength, precision and long life span. GIM04 base motor has 20W of power with a step resolution of 0.002˚.

Adjustable platform depth

The DUT platform can be placed at 2 depth from rotation axis: This makes is easier to
accommodate various DUT thickness and form factors.

Modular size

GIM04 comes in 4 standard sizes all based on the same components. Upsizing and downsizing is possible as DUT requirements evolves over time.

Cable routing

To bring power, control or RF to the DUT efficiently, GIM04 provides pass-thru channels at the center of each rotation axis and numerous anchor points along the path. This way, no connectors or slip rings are needed from source to DUT.

Open framework

As with all our other positioners, GIM04 is controlled by a Python based software provide in source which allows easy integration with any instrument or DUT with several built-in capture modes in multiple dimensions.

Standard GIM04 versions

GIM04-200

  • MAX DUT width: 200mm (8″)
  • Max DUT weight: 3kg
  • DUT depth positions: 108mm (4.5″) and 50mm (2″)
  • Mesurement height: 327mm (12.8″)
  • X-Pol support: No
  • Fits in MBX0x chambers: Yes
  • Fits in MBX3x chambers: Yes
  • Manufacturer warranty: 1 year all parts

GIM04-200

GIM04-230

  • MAX DUT width: 230mm (9″)
  • Max DUT weight: 3kg
  • DUT depth positions: 108mm (4.5″) and 50mm (2″)
  • Mesurement height: 327mm (12.8″)
  • X-Pol support: Yes
  • Fits in MBX0x chambers: Yes
  • Fits in MBX3x chambers: Yes
  • Manufacturer warranty: 1 year all parts

GIM04-230

GIM04-300

  • MAX DUT width: 300mm (12″)
  • Max DUT weight: 3kg
  • DUT depth positions: 124mm (5″) and 66mm (2.6″)
  • Mesurement height: 377mm (14.8″)
  • X-Pol support: Yes
  • Fits in MBX0x chambers: No
  • Fits in MBX3x chambers: Yes
  • Manufacturer warranty: 1 year all parts

GIM04-300

GIM04-380

  • MAX DUT width: 380mm (15″)
  • Max DUT weight: 3kg
  • DUT depth positions: 124mm (5″) and 66mm (2.6″)
  • Mesurement height: 377mm (14.8″)
  • X-Pol support: Yes
  • Fits in MBX0x chambers: No
  • Fits in MBX3x chambers: Yes
  • Manufacturer warranty: 1 year all parts

GIM04-380