1/2" (13.0 mm) Travel Vertical Translation Stage
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- 1/2" (13.0 mm) Vertical Travel with Micrometer
- Crossed-Roller Bearings for High Load Capacity and Straightness
- Interchangeable Top Platform with 8-32 (M4) and
1/4"-20 (M6) Taps
MVS05
1/2" Travel Vertical Stage
Application Idea
MVS05 Stage with
MMP1 Grooved Top Plate
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Item # | MVS05 | MVS05/Ma |
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Travel Range | 1/2" | 13.0 mm |
Working Height Range | 2.48" to 2.98" | 63.0 mm to 76.0 mm |
Micrometer Graduations, per Division | 0.001" | 10 µm |
Adjustment per Micrometer Revolution | 0.025" | 0.5 mm |
Load Capacity (Within Plate Area) | 2 kg (4.4 lbs) | |
Load Capacity when Stage is Inverted (Within Plate Area) |
0.75 kg (1.65 lbs) | |
Backlash | <1 µm | |
Linearityb | 99.9% | |
Straightness | ±10 µm | |
Parallelism of Top and Bottom Plates | 140 µm Over Area of Plates | |
Spring Preload at 0 mm Travel | 30 N | |
Spring Preload at 13 mm Travel | 45 N | |
Weight | 0.41 kg (0.9 lbs) | |
Construction | Black-Anodized Aluminum |
Vertical Manual Stages Selection Guide |
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1/2" (13 mm) Travel |
1" (25 mm) Travel |
4" (101.6 mm) or 10" (254 mm) Travel |
Features
- 1/2" (13.0 mm) of Vertical Travel
- Micrometer Adjuster for Fine Positioning
- Array of 1/4"-20 (M6) and 8-32 (M4) Mounting Holes
- Grooved and Extended Top Plates for Our Keyway Accessories for Nanopositioning Stages are Available
- Black-Anodized Aluminum Construction
The MVS05(/M) Vertical Translation Stage provides 1/2" (13.0 mm) of height adjustment and a working height range of 2.48" to 2.98" (63.0 mm to 76.0 mm). The top mounting plate has an array of thirteen 1/4"-20 (M6 x 1.0) and twelve 8-32 (M4 x 0.7) tapped holes. The stage is constructed from black-anodized aluminum and includes crossed roller bearings for uniform performance over the entire range of motion.
If required, the user can replace the top plate with our MMP1(/M) grooved top plate, allowing the stage to be used with our range of keyway accessories for nanopositioning stages. Three extended top platforms with a similar grooved keyway are also available for use in applications that require extra reach beyond the edge of the vertical stage.
The stage is shipped complete with a fine-adjustment micrometer drive with a 0.001" (10 µm) graduated scale. It delivers 0.025" (0.5 mm) of height adjustment per revolution, making the stage ideal for aligning a wide range of optical components. For motorized vertical translation, the included micrometer can be replaced with one of our 1/2" (12 mm or 13 mm) ZST, ZFS, or Z9 actuators.
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rbjaculbia
 (posted 2016-05-11 00:44:39.48) is it possible to replace the micrometer knob with a differential? If it is, which knob do you recommend? Thanks bhallewell
 (posted 2016-05-12 10:18:13.0) Response from Ben at Thorlabs: Thank you for your question. The micrometer drive is held in the stage by two M3 x 8 socket screws which can easily be unscrewed to fit a new drive. The majority of our drives which hold a 3/8" barrel, such as our motorised Z825B or differential DM10 or DRV314 manuals are compatible with the stage.
Please contact our Tech Support team should you wish to look into purchasing a custom version of the MVS005(/M) without an actuator. user
 (posted 2014-03-27 11:03:46.003) The screws quality between the base plate and the stage are extremely bad (the steel is just way too soft) and it's usually a type you don't immediately have in the lab. msoulby
 (posted 2014-03-28 09:39:54.0) Response from Mike at Thorlabs: Thank you for your feedback. We are currently reviewing the specifications of the screws we use to attach the top plates to the MVS005/M and other stages. We will contact you directly to give you more details of this investigation. |
Manual Linear Translation Stages
Thorlabs' manual translation stages are offered in a range of maximum travel distances, from less than 1/4" (6 mm) to 2" (50 mm) and longer for our long travel, large area platforms. Many of these stages can be ordered in multi-axis configurations, providing XY or XYZ translation. For fiber coupling applications, please see our Multi-Axis Stages, which offer finer adjustment than our standard manual translation stages. In addition to linear translation stages, we offer rotation stages, pitch and yaw platforms, and goniometers. We also offer motorized translation stages that are powered by DC Servo motors, stepper motors, or direct drive technology.
Crossed-Roller Bearing Stages
These linear translation stages feature crossed-roller bearing travel mechanisms for precision motion, high load capacity, and low angular deviation. The LNR Series stages feature all-steel body construction, while the LX, XRN, and XR Series stage bodies are constructed of cast tool and jig aluminum. We also offer several vertical crossed-roller bearing stages (see below).
Crossed-Roller Bearing Stages | ||||||
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Product Family | LNR Series 25 mm Stages | LX Series 25 mm Stages |
XRN Series 25 mm Stages | XR Series 25 mm Stages | XR Series 50 mm Stages | LNR Series 50.8 mm Stages |
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Travel | 25 mm (0.98") | 25 mm (0.98") | 25 mm (0.98") | 25 mm (0.98") | 50 mm (1.97") | 50.8 mm (2") |
Drive Type | Multiple | Micrometer | Micrometer | Micrometer | Micrometer | Multiple |
Platform Size | 2.34" x 2.36" (59.4 mm x 60.0 mm) |
2.56" x 2.56" (65.0 mm x 65.0 mm) |
2.00" x 3.35" (50.7 mm x 85.0 mm) |
2.98" x 4.33" (75.7 mm x 110.0 mm) |
2.98" x 5.51" (75.7 mm x 140.0 mm) |
3.94" x 3.94" (100.0 mm x 100.0 mm) |
Possible Axis Configurations |
X, XZ, XY, XYZ | X, XY, XZ, YZ, XYZ | X, Y, Z, XY, XZ, YZ, XYZ | X, Y, Z, XY, XZ, YZ, XYZ | X, Y, Z, XY, XZ, YZ, XYZ | X, XY, XYZ |
Additional Details |
Ball Bearing Stages
These translation stages feature hardened steel linear bearings for precise motion and long life. They are available with a variety of actuators and in single-axis or preassembled multi-axis configurations.
Ball Bearing Stages | |||||
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Product Family | MS Series 1/4" Stages | T12 Series 1/2" Stages | MT Series 1/2" Stages | PT Series 1" Stages | LT Series 2" Stages |
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Travel | 1/4" (6.4 mm) | 1/2" (12.7 mm) | 1/2" (12.7 mm) | 1" (25.4 mm) | 2" (50 mm) |
Drive Type | Multiple | Thumbscrew | Multiple | Multiple | Differential Micrometer |
Platform Size | 1.17" x 1.17" (29.7 mm x 29.7 mm) |
0.76" x 0.81" (19.3 mm x 20.6 mm) |
2.40" x 2.41" (61.0 mm x 61.2 mm) |
3.00" x 4.00" (76.2 mm x 101.6 mm) |
3.75" x 3.75" (95.3 mm x 95.3 mm) |
Possible Axis Configurations | X, XY, XYZ | X, XY, XYZ | X, XY, XYZ | X, XY, XYZ | X, XY, XYZ |
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Dovetail Stages
These compact stages incorporate dovetails and a leadscrew for the translation mechanism. They are suitable in general purpose motion control applications.
Dovetail Stages | |||
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Product Family | DT Series 1/2" Stages | DTS Series 1" Stages (Vacuum-Compatible Version Available) |
DTS Series 2" Stage |
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Travel | 1/2" (12.7 mm) | 1" (25 mm) | 2" (50 mm) |
Drive Type | Thumbscrew | Thumbscrew | Thumbscrew |
Platform Size | 1.00" x 1.00" (25.4 mm x 25.4 mm) | 2.68" x 2.95" (68.0 mm 75.0 mm) | 2.68" x 3.74" (68.0 mm x 95.0 mm) |
Possible Axis Configurations | X, XY, XYZ | X, XY, XYZa | X, XY, XYZ |
Additional Details |
Flexure Stages
Thorlabs' Nanoflex™ translation stages feature frictionless flexure mechanisms for improved positioning and resolution when compared to similar stages made using bearings. The translation of the stage is accomplished by the elastic deformation (flexing) of a linkage attached to the mounting platform. Most models also include piezo actuators for small position adjustments.
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Product Family | Nanoflex™ 1.5 mm Stage | Nanoflex™ 5 mm Stages | ||
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Travel | 1.5 mm (0.06") + 25 µm Piezo | 5 mm (0.20") | 5 mm (0.20") + 20 µm Piezo | |
Drive Type | Thumbscrew and Piezo Actuator | Differential Micrometer | Differential Micrometer and Open-Loop Piezo Actuator |
Differential Micrometer and Closed-Loop Piezo Actuator |
Platform Size | 1.18" x 1.18" (30.0 mm x 30.0 mm) | 2.95" x 2.95" (75.0 mm x 75.0 mm) | ||
Possible Axis Configurations | X, XY, XYZ | X, XY, XYZ | X, XY, XYZ | X, XY, XYZ |
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Vertical Stages
We offer vertical translation stages with crossed-roller bearings for precise motion as well as long travel vertical stages for heavy-duty applications.
Vertical Stages | ||||||
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Product Family | XRN Series 9 mm Vertical Stage | XR Series 14 mm Vertical Stage | MVS Series 1/2" Vertical Stage | MVS Series 1" Vertical Stage | VAP Series 4" Vertical Stage | VAP Series 10" Vertical Stage |
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Travel | 9.0 mm (0.35") | 14.0 mm (0.55") | 1/2" (13.0 mm) | 1" (25.0 mm) | 4" (101.6 mm) | 10" (254 mm) |
Drive Type | Worm-Gear Driven Lift Screw | Micrometer | Adjuster Knob and Coarse Manual Positioning | |||
Platform Size | 2.00" x 2.00" (50.7 mm x 50.7 mm) |
2.98" x 2.98" (75.7 mm x 75.7 mm) |
2.36" x 2.36" (60.0 mm x 60.0 mm) | 3.00" x 6.00" (76.2 mm 152.4 mm) | ||
Additional Details |
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- 1/2" (13.0 mm) of Vertical Travel
- Array of 1/4"-20 (M6) and 8-32 (M4) Tapped Mounting Holes
The MVS05(/M) Vertical Translation Stage provides 1/2" (13.0 mm) of height adjustment, an array of 1/4"-20 (M6 x 1.0) and 8-32 (M4 x 0.7) tapped holes, and a load capacity of 2 kg (4.4 lbs). The top plate is attached using four M3 x 0.5-threaded screws with 2.5 mm (3/32") hex heads. It can be replaced with one of the top plates and platforms offered below.
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- Array of 1/4"-20 (M6) and 8-32 (M4) Tapped Mounting Holes
- Replacement Top Plate for the MVS05(/M) Vertical Stage
- Allows One to Switch Between an Imperial and Metric Mounting Surface on Our Stages
The RB13P1(/M) Mounting Plate is the same as the top plate that is included with the MVS05(/M) vertical stage. It has a generous array of thirteen 1/4"-20 (M6) and twelve 8-32 (M4) tapped holes. For more details, please see the mechanical drawings of the imperial and metric top plates included in the table above and to the right.
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The MMP1(/M) grooved top plate allows the MVS05(/M) stage to be used with our range of keyway accessories for nanopositioning stages (such as the HCS030 Optic Mount shown to the right). The top plate is easily changed by removing four attachment screws with a 2.5 mm (3/32") hex key or balldriver.
Our range of keyway accessories includes mounts to hold and manipulate optical fibers, laser diodes, gradient-index lenses, spherical lenses, and other commonly used optical components. Accessories are mounted to the top platform using a tongue-in-groove system and are retained with cleats and cap screws. The plate includes sixteen 6-32 (M3) tapped holes for cleats and other hardware, as well as four 4-40 (M2) taps and nine 8-32 (M4) taps. For more details, please see the mechanical drawings of the imperial and metric top plates included in the table above.
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- Extend the Mounting Surface of the MVS05(/M) Stage
- Array of 8-32 (M4), 6-32 (M3), and 4-40 (M2) Tapped Holes
- Three Mounting Surface Length Options:
- 88 mm (3.46")
- 95 mm (3.74")
- 105 mm (4.13")
- Groove for Keyway Accessories for Nanopositioning Stages
These extended platforms are designed to be replacements for the top plate of the MVS05(/M) vertical stage. The extended mounting surface contains an array of 8-32 (M4), 6-32 (M3), and 4-40 (M2) tapped holes, which are convenient for attaching components or accessories that need to reach into smaller spaces. Three sizes are available, offering platform lengths of 88.0 mm (3.46"), 95.0 mm (3.74"), or 105 mm (4.13"). Two AMA010 (AMA010/M) accessory mounting cleats are included with the purchase of each platform. These platforms can also be used with our Multi-Axis Flexure Stages.