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HA0343T Rev A Apr 2015
Chapter 3
3.2.5 Building an XY Configuration
Bolt the X-axis stage to the work surface as detailed in Section 3.2.4. then, referring
to Fig. 3.4, proceed as follows:
Fig. 3.4 Building an XY Configuration
1) Fit the dowels supplied to the top plate of the lower stage.
2) Adjust the actuator to position the moving carriage of the upper stage such that
the mounting holes in the base are clearly visible through the holes in the top
plate.
3) Locate the upper stage on the dowels fitted at item (3) making sure that the dowels
locate correctly in the holes on the underside of the upper stage.
4) 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 moving platform of the stage beneath.
Caution
Use only bolts of the stated length. Longer bolts will protude into the stage and
damage the internal mechanism.
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