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XY Translation Stages with Rotating Platform

  • 1/2" (13 mm) Linear Travel Along X and Y Axes
  • Central SM1-Threaded (1.035"-40) Through Hole
  • 360° of Continuous Rotation

XYR1

XY Linear Translation and Rotation Stage

OCT-XYR1

XY Linear Translation and Rotation Stage with Removable Solid Top Plate

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OVERVIEW


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XYR1 Stage with SLH1 Slide Clips in a Custom Imaging System (See Application Info Tab for Details)

Features

  • XY Stage with Central SM1-Threaded Hole and 1" Stage Height
  • XY Stage with Central SM1-Threaded Hole, 1.65" Stage Height, and Removable Solid Top Plate
  • Ø4.18" (Ø106 mm) Rotating Platform
  • Array of Mounting Options
    • Sixteen 1/4"-20 (M6) Taps
    • Twelve 8-32 (M4) Taps (Compatible with SLH1 Spring Clips)
    • Eight 4-40 Taps on Top for 30 mm or 60 mm Cage Components
    • Four 4-40 Taps on Bottom for Use with 60 mm Cage Components

Thorlabs' Low-Profile Translation Stages provide 1/2" (13 mm) of travel along X and Y plus 360° of continuous rotation. The micrometers incorporated into these stages have graduations at 0.001" per division (10 µm per division). On the XYR1(/M) stage, the continuously rotating platform is equipped with a central, SM1-threaded (1.035"-40) through hole, allowing it to be used in imaging applications that require illumination from underneath the sample. Translation of the stage in both X and Y will not obstruct the Ø1" through hole. In contrast, the OCT-XYR1(/M) features a removable, solid top plate that is secured to the central SM1-threaded through hole.

An engraved angular scale along the outer edge of the stage's rotating platform allows the user to set the angular orientation of the stage. Rotation of the platform can be locked using a 5/64" (2 mm) hex setscrew; when locked, translational movements are still possible.

Item # XYR1(/M) OCT-XYR1(/M)
Horizontal Load Capacity (Max) 10 lbs (4.5 kg)
Vertical Load Capacity (Max)a 2 lbs (0.9 kg)
Mounting Platform Dimensions Ø4.18" (Ø106 mm)
Stage Height 1.00" (25.4 mm) 1.65" (41.8 mm)
Stage Footprint without Actuators 5.50" x 4.42"
(139.7 mm x 112.3 mm)
XY Micrometers
Translation Range 1/2" (13 mm)
Travel per Revolution 0.025" (0.5 mm)
Graduation 0.001" (10 µm) per Division
Linear Translation Mechanism Bearings in V-Groove
  • The vertical actuator should be pushing up on the stage for maximum load.

In addition to the SM1-threaded through hole, the rotating platform also contains an array of 1/4"-20 (M6), 8-32 (M4), and 4-40 taps for mounting of samples and components. The eight 4-40 tapped holes are placed around the central through hole for use with our 30 mm or 60 mm cage systems, while the 8-32 (M4) tapped holes are ideal for mounting our SLH1 Microscope Slide Spring Clips (available below). On the OCT-XYR1(/M), these tapped holes can be accessed by removing the solid sample plate. The XYR1A Solid Sample Plate can be purchased separately below for users who wish to convert the tapped surface of the XYR1(/M) to a flat surface. With the adapter plate, the XYR1(/M) stage height is 1.20".

The SLH1 spring clips are designed to securely hold various sizes of microscope slides and test targets, and include two 8-32 (M4) threaded shoulder screws with a 3/32" (2.5 mm) hex socket for simple attachment to a variety of stages. Each clip is 2.51" (63.7 mm) long with a 0.20" (5.1 mm) wide tip and can be rotated 360° for easy access to, or positioning of, a slide. These clips come with 3 dowel pins that can be used with the XYR1(/M) stage to center a 1" × 3" standard microscope slide over the Ø1" through hole.

The stage can also be mounted in a vertical orientation to enable XZ translation. Note that the vertical actuator should be pushing upward against gravity to support the vertical load and ensure proper translation. When mounting the stage vertically, please ensure there is a sufficient amount of clearance for the vertical actuator as well as any intended downward travel. 

For applications that do not require rotation, Thorlabs also offers an XY translation stage with a non-rotating mounting surface.


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APPLICATION INFO

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The XYR1 translation stage with a rotating mounting platform is an excellent choice for use as a sample stage in a custom imaging application. The base imaging system to the right is constructed using the components listed in the table below.

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ROTATION MOUNTS AND STAGES 

Rotation Mount and Stage Selection Guide

Thorlabs offers a wide variety of manual and motorized rotation mounts and stages. Rotation mounts are designed with an inner bore to mount a Ø1/2", Ø1", or Ø2" optic, while rotation stages are designed with mounting taps to attach a variety of components or systems. Motorized options are powered by a DC Servo motor, 2 phase stepper motor, piezo inertia motor, or an Elliptec™ resonant piezo motor. Each offers 360° of continuous rotation.

Manual Rotation Mounts

Rotation Mounts for Ø1/2" Optics
Item # MRM05(/M) RSP05(/M) CRM05 PRM05(/M)a SRM05 KS05RS CT104
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Features Mini Series Standard External SM1
(1.035"-40) Threads
Micrometer 16 mm Cage-Compatible ±4° Kinematic Tip/Tilt Adjustment Plus Rotation Compatible with 30 mm Cage Translation Stages and 1/4" Translation Stagesb
Additional Details
  • This mount is available in the PRM05GL5 bundle, which includes the PRM05 rotation mount with the SM05PM5 polarizing prism mount.
  • The CT104 is complatible with the 1/4" translation stages using our MS103(/M) adapter plate.
  • The CT104 is compatible with the CT1A(/M) cage translation stage, which is designed for use with 30 mm cage systems.

Rotation Mounts for Ø1" Optics
Item # RSP1(/M) LRM1 RSP1D(/M) DLM1(/M) CLR1(/M) RSP1X15(/M) RSP1X225(/M) PRM1(/M)a
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LRM1
Features Standard External SM1
(1.035"-40) Threads
Adjustable Zero Two Independently Rotating Carriages Rotates Optic Within
Fixed Lens Tube System
Continuous 360° Rotation
or 15° Increments
Continuous 360° Rotation
or 22.5° Increments
Micrometer
Additional Details
  • This mount is available in the PRM1GL10 bundle, which includes the PRM1 rotation mount with the SM1PM10 polarizing prism mount.

Rotation Mounts for Ø1" Optics
Item # LM1-A &
LM1-B(/M)
CRM1T(/M) CRM1LT(/M) CRM1PT(/M) KS1RS K6XS
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Features Optic Carriage Rotates Within Mounting Ring 30 mm Cage-Compatiblea 30 mm Cage-Compatible
for Thick Opticsa
30 mm Cage-Compatible
with Micrometera
±4° Kinematic Tip/Tilt Adjustment Plus Rotation Six-Axis
Kinematic Mounta
Additional Details
  • This mount also features four 4-40 (M3) holes on the rotation dial for use with the K6A1(/M) prism platform.

Rotation Mounts for Ø2" Optics
Item # RSP2(/M) RSP2D(/M) PRM2(/M) LM2-A &
LM2-B(/M)
LCRM2A(/M) KS2RS K6X2
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Features Standard Adjustable
Zero
Micrometer Optic Carriage Rotates Within Mounting Ring 60 mm Cage-Compatible ±4° Kinematic Tip/Tilt Adjustment Plus Rotation Six-Axis Kinematic Mount
Additional Details
Rotation Drive Mechanism and Adjustment Range Manual, 360° Continuous Coarse: Manual, 360° Continuous;
Fine: ±7° Micrometer
Manual, 360° Continuous
Optic Mounting Internally SM2-Threaded Carriage Internal SM2 Threads
in LM2-A
Internally SM2-Threaded Carriage
Maximum Accepted Optic Thickness 0.51" (13 mm) 0.54" (13.7 mm) 0.48" (12.2 mm) 0.46" (11.7 mm) 0.52" (13.2 mm) 0.47" (12 mm) 0.53" (13.4 mm)
Post Mounting 8-32 (M4) Tap 8-32 (M4) Tap in LM2-B 8-32 (M4) Tap Four Counterbores for 8-32 (M4) Cap Screws Six Counterbores for 8-32 (M4) Cap Screws
Cage System Compatibility N/A Four 4-40 (M3) Taps on Rotation Dial
with 60 mm Spacing
N/A Four Bores for
Ø6 mm Cage Rods
with 60 mm Spacing
N/A N/A

Manual Rotation Stages

Manual Rotation Stages
Item # RP005(/M) PR005(/M) MSRP01(/M) RP01(/M) RP03(/M) QRP02(/M)
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Continuous Rotation Mount
Features Standard Two Hard Stops
Additional Details

Manual Rotation Stages
Item # XRNR1(/M) XRR1(/M) PR01(/M) CR1(/M) XYR1(/M) OCT-XYR1(/M)
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Features Fine Rotation Adjuster and
2" Wide Dovetail Quick Connect
Fine Rotation Adjuster and
3" Wide Dovetail Quick Connect
Fine Rotation Adjuster and
SM1-Threaded Central Aperture
Fine Pitch Worm Gear Rotation and 1/2" Linear XY Translation
Additional Details
  • The stage profile is higher when it is mounted using the screw slots rather than stacked on another stage or accessory with mating dovetails.
  • The OCT-XYR1(/M) stage includes the XYR1A solid sample plate. This plate can be detached from the stage to reveal the same mounting features present on the XYR1(/M) stage.

Motorized Rotation Mounts and Stages

Motorized Rotation Mounts and Stages with Central Clear Apertures
Item # DDR25(/M) PDR1C(/M) PDR1(/M) PDR1V(/M) PDXR1(/M)
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DDR25 PDR1C PDR1 PDR1V PDXR1
Features Compatible with
SM05 Lens Tubes,
16 mm Cage System, &
30 mm Cage System
Compatible with
16 mm Cage System
Compatible with
SM05 Lens Tubes &
30 mm Cage System
Vacuum-Compatible;
Also Compatible with
SM05 Lens Tubes &
30 mm Cage System
Compatible with
SM05 Lens Tubes &
30 mm Cage System
Additional Details

Motorized Rotation Mounts and Stages with Central Clear Apertures
Item # K10CR1(/M) PRM1Z8(/M)a DDR100(/M) ELL14 HDR50(/M)
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ELL14
Features Compatible with SM1 Lens Tubes & 30 mm Cage System Compatible with
SM1 Lens Tubes,
16 mm Cage System,
30 mm Cage System
Compatible with
SM1 Lens Tubes,
Open Frame Design for
OEM Applications
Compatible with
SM2 Lens Tubes
Additional Details
  • This stage is available in the KPRMTE(/M), which includes the PRMTZ8(/M) Motorized Rotation Stage with the KDC101 K-Cube DC Servo Motor Controller.
Motorized Rotation Mounts and Stages with Tapped Platforms
Item # PRMTZ8(/M)a ELL18(/M)b
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Features Tapped Mounting Platform for Mounting Prisms or Other Optics Tapped Mounting Platform, Open Frame Design for OEM Applications
Additional Details
  • This stage is available in the KPRM1E(/M), which includes the PRMT1Z8(/M) Motorized Rotation Stage with the KDC101 K-Cube DC Servo Motor Controller.
  • This stage is available in the ELL18K(/M), which includes an interface board, mounting brackets, and connectors for PC control.

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Two-Axis Linear Translation Stage with Rotating Platform

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Ø1/2" Post Assembly Mounted on XYR1 Stage using SM1A64 SM1-Threaded Adapter
translation stage with rotation
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XYR1 used with SLH1 Spring Clips and a test target. Dowel pins in the stage align the center of the slide to the optical center of the Ø1" hole.
  • Two-Axis Translation Stage with Rotating Platform
  • 360° of Continuous Rotation
  • 1/2" (13 mm) Linear Travel Along X and Y Axes
  • 1.00" (25.4 mm) Height from Base to Mounting Platform

Thorlabs' XYR1(/M) is a 1.00" (25.4 mm) tall, low-profile, two-axis linear translation stage with a rotating platform. The central internally SM1-threaded (1.035"-40) through hole is ideal for imaging applications that require illumination from the underneath of the sample. Both X and Y micrometers offer 1/2" (13 mm) of travel with graduations every 0.001" (10 µm). These stages are held in position by a spring force on the actuator, and thus, a locking screw is not necessary. The stage surface features an array of 1/4"-20 (M6), 8-32 (M4), and 4-40 tapped holes. The XYR1A Flat Adapter Plate can be purchased separately below to convert the tapped hole surface to a flat one.

An engraved angular scale along the outer edge of the stage's rotating platform allows the user to set the angular orientation of the stage, which can then be fixed using the 5/64" (2 mm) hex locking setscrew. Locking the rotation axis does not prevent translation along the X and Y axes. The stage's rotation and translation can be freely changed without compromising the stability of attached components.

As shown in the photo above, this stage is also compatible with the SLH1 Microscope Slide Spring Clips, which are sold below. The XYR1(/M) has 3 alignment holes for the Ø1/8" × 1/4" dowel pins included with the SLH1. These dowel pins center the middle of a 1" × 3" microscope slide over the through hole, allowing the user to repeatably and accurately position the slides on the stage. The spring clips include two 8-32 (M4) threaded shoulder screws with a 3/32" (2.5 mm) hex socket for simple attachment to the stage.

The central internally SM1-threaded hole is compatible with externally SM1-threaded components. The photo to the right uses an SM1A64 externally SM1-threaded adapter to allow a cube beamsplitter to be rotated and translated with respect to an incoming beam.


Part Number
Description
Price
Availability
XYR1/M
XY Stage with Ø1" Hole, 13 mm Travel, 360° Rotation, Metric Taps
$744.82
3-5 Days
XYR1
XY Stage with Ø1" Hole, 1/2" Travel, 360° Rotation, Imperial Taps
$744.82
3-5 Days

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Two-Axis Linear Translation Stage with Rotating Platform and Solid Top Plate

translation stage with rotation
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The solid top plate of the OCT-XYR1 can be removed to access the tapped holes and SM1-threaded bore underneath.
  • Two-Axis Translation Stage with Rotating Platform and Removable Solid Top Plate
  • 360° of Continuous Rotation
  • 1/2" (13 mm) Linear Travel Along X and Y Axes
  • 1.65" (41.8 mm) Height from Base to Mounting Platform

Originally designed for Thorlabs' OCT systems, the OCT-XYR1(/M) is similar to the XYR1(/M) translation stage sold above. This stage features a removable solid top plate for holding samples and taller legs for a total height of 1.65" (41.8 mm). As seen in the photo to the right, the top plate can be removed and is secured to the stage via the central SM1-threaded (1.035"-40) through hole. The OCT-XYR1 has imperial tapped holes while the OCT-XYR1/M features metric taps. These holes can be used to mount optomechanics and are also compatible with the SLH1 Microscope Slide Spring Clips sold below. 

The X and Y micrometers offer 1/2" (13 mm) of travel with graduations every 0.001" (10 µm). The stage is held in position by a spring force on the actuator, and thus, a locking screw is not necessary. An engraved angular scale along the outer edge of the stage's rotating platform allows the user to set the angular orientation of the stage, which can then be fixed using the 5/64" (2 mm) hex locking setscrew. Locking the rotation axis does not prevent translation along the X and Y axes. The stage's rotation and translation can be freely changed without compromising the stability of attached components.


Part Number
Description
Price
Availability
OCT-XYR1/M
XY Stage with Solid Top Plate, 13 mm Travel, 360° Rotation, Metric Taps
$848.18
3-5 Days
OCT-XYR1
XY Stage with Solid Top Plate, 1/2" Travel, 360° Rotation, Imperial Taps
$848.18
3 Weeks

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Solid Sample Plate

  • Solid Sample Plate for the XYR1(/M) Translation Stage
  • Ø4.08" (Ø103.5 mm), 0.20" (5.1 mm) Thick Plate
  • Screw into SM1-Threaded (1.035"-40) Hole 

The XYR1A Solid Sample Plate allows a user to convert the tapped hole surface of the XYR1(/M) Translation Stage to a flat surface. This anodized aluminum plate can be purchased as a direct replacement for the sample plate included with the OCT-XYR1(/M) stage. It features a externally SM1-threaded (1.035"-40) plug that screws in the SM1-threaded hole in the center of the stage. The edge of the adapter plate is knurled for additional grip for installation or removal.


Part Number
Description
Price
Availability
XYR1A
Solid Sample Plate
$42.47
3-5 Days

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Microscope Slide Spring Clips

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SLH1 Spring Clips attached to the XYT1 Translation Stage, holding a test target that is aligned over central aperture using the provided dowel pins
  • Pair of Spring Clips Hold Sample Firmly in Place
  • Accommodates Microscope Slides and Test Targets of Various Sizes
  • Attaches Directly to Any Stage with 8-32 (M4) Tapped Holes
  • Dowel Pins Included for Aligning Standard Slides Over the Through Hole in Our XYR1(/M) or XYT1(/M) Translation Stages (See Photo to the Right)

These steel spring clips, ideal for securely holding various sizes of microscope slides and test targets, include two 8-32 (M4) threaded shoulder screws with a 3/32" (2.5 mm) hex socket for simple attachment to a variety of stages. Each clip is 2.51" (63.7 mm) long with a 0.20" (5.1 mm) wide tip and can be rotated 360° for easy access to, or positioning of, a slide. The tip of the clip is curved upwards to help prevent damage and facilitate the mounting of slides, while providing enough holding force to secure them in place.

The inclusion of three Ø1/8" x 1/4" dowel pins make these spring clips an excellent choice for use with our XYR1(/M) (sold above) and XYT1(/M) Translation Stages (see image to the right). These stages have a central Ø1" hole that is SM1 threaded (1.035"-40), and the top plate contains three alignment holes that are used with the Ø1/8" dowel pins. The dowel pins are positioned on the stage so that standard 1" x 3" (25.4 mm x 76.2 mm) slides are centered over the aperture, allowing for repeatable and accurate positioning of the slides.

Please note that any XYR1(/M) stage purchased before June 4, 2014 does not have dowel pin holes in the top mounting plate.


Part Number
Description
Price
Availability
SLH1/M
Microscope Slide Spring Clips, M4 Thread, Qty: 2
$50.18
3-5 Days
SLH1
Microscope Slide Spring Clips, 8-32 Thread, Qty: 2
$50.18
3-5 Days