XYR1
XY Linear Translation and Rotation Stage
OCT-XYR1
XY Linear Translation and Rotation Stage with Removable Solid Top Plate
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) |
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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) |
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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 |
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.
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.
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.
Rotation Mounts for Ø1/2" Optics | |||||||
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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 |
Rotation Mounts for Ø1" Optics | ||||||||
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Item # | RSP1(/M) | LRM1 | RSP1D(/M) | DLM1(/M) | CLR1(/M) | RSP1X15(/M) | RSP1X225(/M) | PRM1(/M)a |
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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 |
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Additional Details |
Rotation Mounts for Ø1" Optics | ||||||
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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 |
Rotation Mounts for Ø2" Optics | |||||||
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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 | ||||||
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Item # | RP005(/M) | PR005(/M) | MSRP01(/M) | RP01(/M) | RP03(/M) | QRP02(/M) |
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Features | Standard | Two Hard Stops | ||||
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Manual Rotation Stages | ||||||
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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 |
Motorized Rotation Mounts and Stages with Central Clear Apertures | |||||
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Item # | DDR25(/M) | PDR1C(/M) | PDR1(/M) | PDR1V(/M) | PDXR1(/M) |
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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 | |||||
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Item # | K10CR1(/M) | PRM1Z8(/M)a | DDR100(/M) | ELL14 | HDR50(/M) |
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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 |
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Additional Details |
Motorized Rotation Mounts and Stages with Tapped Platforms | ||
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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 |
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 |
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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 |
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 |
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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 |
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 |
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XYR1A | Solid Sample Plate | $42.47 | 3-5 Days |
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 |
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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 |