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Chapter 3
6) Fit the ve rtical-axis stage i nto place ensuring that the dowels fitted at item (4)
locate correctly into the holes in the back surface of the angle bracket.
7) Fit four bolts (M6 x 10 or 1/4-20 x 3/8”, not supplied)
through the holes in the upper
stage and tighten to secure the stage to the angle bracket
3.3 Mounting Equipment to the Stage
The top platform of the stage features an array of M6 (1/4”-20) mounting holes for
fitting accessories such as fiber clamps, mirror mounts etc. - see Fig. 3.6.
3.4 Transportation
3.5 Operation
Turn the adjuster clockwise/anticlockwise to move the top platform
forward/
backwards. The lead screw has a 1 mm pitch which means that the top platform will
move 1 mm (0.04") per revolution of the adjuster.
A graduated scale is etched onto each side of the moving platform. The metric stage
has 1 millimeter graduations, the imperial stage has 1/40” graduations.
Caution
Use only bolts of the stated length. Longer bolts will protude into the stage and
damage the internal mechanism.
Caution
The weight attached to the moving platform must not exceed 40 kg (88 lb) if the
stage is mounted horizontally, or 10 kg (22 lb) if mounted vertically.
Do not apply excessive forces to the moving platform.
Caution
When packing the unit for shipping, use the original packing. If this is not
available, use a strong box and surround the unit with at least 100 mm of
shock absorbent material.
Before the stage is packed for transit, adjust the actuators to the center of
travel and then tighten the locking mechanism - see Section 3.2.2.
