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DTS50 50 mm Translation Stage
3.2.6 Adding a Vertical (Z) Axis
Assemble an X or XY configuration as detailed in Section 3.2.3. to Section 3.2.5. then,
referring to Fig. 3.5 proceed as follows:
1) Fit the dowels supplied, into the moving platform on the lower stage assembly.
2) Fit the angle bracket (DTSA03) onto the moving platform of the stage, ensuring
that the dowels fitted at item (1) locate correctly in the holes on the underside of
the angle bracket.
Fig. 3.5 Adding a Vertical Axis
3) Fit four bolts (M6 x 10 or 1/4-20 x 3/8” not supplied), through the holes in the base
of the angle bracket, and tighten to secure the bracket to the lower assembly.
4) Fit the dowels supplied to the vertical mounting face of the angle bracket.
Caution
Use only bolts of the stated length. Longer bolts will protude into the stage and
damage the internal mechanism.
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