Chapter 3 Installation
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3.2.5 Building an XY Configuration
Referring to Fig. 3.4, proceed as follows:
1) Fit the dowels supplied to the moving platform of the lower stage.
2) Note the orientation of the spacer plate in the drawing below, then fit the spacer
plate (MTS25B-Z8 or MTS50B-Z8) to the moving platform of the lower stage,
ensuring that the dowels locate correctly in the holes and protrude through the top
surface of the spacer plate.
3) Fit the four bolts supplied M3 x 6 (4-40 x 1/4”), through the holes in the spacer
plate, and tighten to secure the plate in place.
4) Fit the Y-axis stage into place ensuring that the dowels in the spacer plate locate
correctly in the holes in the lower surface of the stage.
Fig. 3.4 Building an XY Configuration
