6| 3.0 Initial Setup
Connector brackets are attached to the manipulators by means of a
simple dove-tail mechanism which is locked into position by tightening
the screws on the aluminium fastening strips of the
manipulators/brackets.
3.2.2 Alternative IVM static base
The IVM static base with Circumferential Mounting Slots (IVM-590-00),
provides an alternative mounting solution for the IVM 3000. This bracket
allows the IVM to be mounted directly onto a tapped-hole table or stage.
Figure B: IVM static base with
Circumferential Mounting Slots (IVM-590-00)
Use the screws provided with the bracket to secure the bracket to the
table/stage in the desired position. Insert the x-axis IVM (blue
micrometres) into the dovetailed clamp and lock into position by
tightening the screws on the aluminium fastening strip.
3.2.2 Attaching the dove tail probe holder accessory
Dove tail mounted head-stages and other devices can be attached
directly to the dove tail slide on the IVM.
The dove tail probe holder accessory (PH-1000) is used to attach rod-
mounted devices to the IVM via the dove tail clamp.
The dove tail probe holder should be inserted into the dove tail clamp of
the IVM and then secured by tightening the four screws on the
aluminium fastening strip.
The rod-mounted device is then placed between the jaws of the probe
holder accessory and held firmly in place by tightening the thumb screw
that clamps the probe holder down onto the rod as shown in the
photograph below.
Figure C: Rod held in place using the dove tail probe holder accessory