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- Simple Micrometer or Differential Drive
- Solid All-Steel Construction
- Crossed Roller Bearing Design
for High Load Capacity - Motorized Actuators Available
LNR50DD
Differential Drive Stage
LNR50P4
Base Plate
LNR50M
Micrometer Drive Stage
LNR50P2
Right-Angle Bracket
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Zoom| TravelMax™ Translation Stages | |
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| Travel | 2" (50 mm) |
| Bearings | Crossed Roller |
| Horizontal Load Capacity | 66 lbs (30 kg) |
| Vertical Load Capacity | 22 lbs (10 kg) |
| Weight (Including Drive) | 4.19 lbs (1.9 kg) |
| Runout Over Full Range | ±0.0004" (±10 µm) |
| Body Construction | All Steel |
| TravelMax Cross-Roller Bearing Stages Selection Guide |
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| 1" (25 mm) Travel |
| 2" (50 mm) Travel |
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LNR50P4 Base Plate
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XYZ Configuration Using Three LNR50M Stages with Base Plate LNR50P1 and Right-Angle Bracket LNR50P2
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LNR50P2 Right-Angle Bracket
Features
- Rugged, Thermally Matched All-Steel Construction
- Heavy-Duty Cross Roller Bearings
- Right- or Left-Handed XYZ Configurable
- Multiple Drive Options
- Extremely Long Life
TravelMax Steel Stages
TravelMax series stages are equipped with actuator side clamps that are removable, thereby allowing any combination of manual, piezo extenders, or motorized actuators to be fitted. The stages featured here are shipped preconfigured with either a micrometer drive (LNR50M) or a differential drive (LNR50DD). Pre-configured motorized stages are also available. Alternatively, the stage can be purchased without drives; please contact Tech Support for a quote.
Although these stages are supplied pre-configured with an actuator, these can be easily replaced if the application requirements change. Please see our compatible actuators subgroup below for details of other compatible actuators such as motor or piezo drives.
These stages offer stability, long travel, and high load capacity as well as flexible drive options, making them an ideal solution for all translation applications. Designed with the highest quality linear rails available, the performance is further enhanced by utilizing thermally matched materials that ensure stability, even in less-than-ideal conditions. The rigidity of the all-steel construction, along with the heavy-duty cross-roller bearings, provides uniform performance over the entire 2" (50 mm) range of motion.
Two drive options are available depending on application requirements. The standard micrometer supplied with the LNR50M provides a 2" range with a thread pitch of 0.1 mm. The Vernier provides graduations every 10 µm. The LNR50DD is equipped with a differential drive. The coarse adjustment provides 0.5 mm per revolution while the fine adjustment provides 50 μm per revolution. A Vernier scale on the differential drive has graduations every 1 µm.
Wide Range of Mounting Options
The TravelMax™ was designed with flexibility and functionality in mind. The top and bottom surfaces of the LNR series of stages are equipped with a wide array of 1/4"-20 (M6) tapped holes to maximize the mounting flexibility of components. Two counterbored clearance holes are present in the moving world to allow the stage to be bolted easily to the work surface in either a left- or right-handed configuration.
The LNR50P4 base plate provides additional mounting options and provides extra clearance between the stage and the work surface (e.g., when fitting motor drives). Tapped holes match up to the two counterbored clearance holes mentioned above, and four slotted holes allow the LNR50P2 angle bracket to be attached directly. The base plate measures 100 mm x 145 mm x 12 mm.
The LNR50P2 angle bracket allows the LNR stage to be mounted vertically. When combined with the LNR50P4 described above, it can be used to build an XZ, YZ, or XYZ configuration.
| Item # | LNR50DD | LNR50M |
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| Adjuster Type | Differential Adjusters | Micrometer |
| Travel | 2" (50 mm) | |
| Screw Pitch | Coarse: 0.5 mm Fine: 25 µm |
0.1 mm |
| Locking Mechanism | Collet Style | N/A |
| Vernier Graduations | N/A | 10 µm |
| Bearings | Crossed Roller | |
| Horizontal Load Capacity | 66 lbs (30 kg) | |
| Vertical Load Capacity | 22 lbs (10 kg) | |
| Weight (Without Drives) | 3.96 lbs (1.8 kg) | |
| Runouta Over Full Range | +/-0.0004" (10 µm) | |
| Pitch Angular Deviation | 0.03° | |
| Yaw Angular Deviation | 0.015° | |
| Body Construction | All Steel | |
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(posted 2014-12-19 13:53:59.92) The solidworks file for the LNR50P2 appears to have metric spaced holes for one of the two plates. I imagine these should have an inch-based hole spacing. jvigroux
(posted 2014-12-24 05:37:35.0) The SolidWorks file is correct. The only difference between the metric and imperial versions of this product is the two tapped holes which are M6 on the metric and ¼-20 UNC on the imperial. All hole spacing are the same. The holes are sized so that they can accommodate M6 screws on a 50mm pitch or ¼-20 UNC screws on a 2” pitch. aaronleow
(posted 2013-07-29 14:31:19.327) does this part come with a through hole in the middle so that I can shine optical stuff through it? Thanks jlow
(posted 2013-07-29 11:26:00.0) Response from Jeremy at Thorlabs: The LNR50 stage do not have a through hole in the middle. There are two through holes but those are for mounting the stage onto another surface. |
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 bearings 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 aluminum.
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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 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 mm (1.97") |
| 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, XY, XYZ | X, XY, XYZ | X, XY, XYZ | X, XY, XYZ |
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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.
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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.
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| Product Family | DT Series 1/2" Stages | DTS Series 1" Stage | 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, XYZ | X, XY, XYZ |
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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.
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| Product Family | MVS Series 1/2" Vertical Stage | MVS Series 1" Vertical Stage | VAP Series 4" and 10" Vertical Stages | |
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| Travel | 1/2" (13.0 mm) | 1" (25.0 mm) | 4" (101.6 mm) | 10" (254 mm) |
| Drive Type | Micrometer | Micrometer | Adjuster Knob and Coarse Manual Positioning | |
| Platform Size | 2.36" x 2.36" (60.0 mm x 60.0 mm) | 3.00" x 6.00" (76.2 mm 152.4 mm) | ||
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DRV8 | 50 mm (2") |
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Open-Loop Piezo The actuator is shipped with a flat tip as shown, but can accept any of our PAA Series actuator tips. |
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PAS005 PAS009 PAS015 |
20 µm 40 µm 100 µm |
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Closed-Loop Piezo The actuator is shipped with a flat tip as shown, but can accept any of our PAA Series actuator tips. |
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PAZ009 |
40 µm |
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Stepper Motor Drives The hybrid stepper motor has a rotor that consists of 50 individual magnetic teeth, which is ideally suited for micro-stepping applications. With 409 600 microsteps per revolution, micro-stepping also ensures smooth low-speed motion with low vibrational noise. Each stepper motor drive is equipped with a trapezoidal screw thread for more efficient high-load operation than is available from a standard threading. |
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DRV225 DRV250 |
25 mm (1") 50 mm (2") |
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| Item # | DRV225 | DRV250 |
| Travel Range | 25 mm (0.98") | 50 mm (1.97") |
| Unidirectional Repeatability | ±1.6 µm | |
| Bidirectional Repeatability | ±3.9 µm | |
| Maximum Pushing Forceb | 180 N | |
| Maximum Velocity | 50 mm/s | |
| Maximum Acceleration | 50 mm/s2 | |
| Limit Switches | Hall Effect | |
| Homing Repeatability | ±3.6 µm | |
| Feedback | Nonec | |
| Motor Type | 2-Phase Stepper Motor | |
| Full Step Angle | 1.8° | |
| Lead Screw Pitch | 1.0 mm | |
| Microsteps per Revolution | 409 600 | |
| Actuator Mass | 0.58 kg | 0.66 kg |
| Compatible Controllers | BSC201, BSC202, BSC203, or MST602 | |
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| Item # | DRV8 |
| Coarse Adjustment Range | 2.0" (50.8 mm) |
| Coarse Adjustment Pitch | 0.5 mm |
| Fine Adjustment Range | 300 µm |
| Fine Adjustment Pitch | 0.05 mm with 1 µm Graduations |
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| Item # | PAS005 | PAS009 | PAS015 |
| Travel | 20 µm | 40 µm | 100 µm |
| Length | 2.24" (57 mm) |
3.66" (93 mm) |
7.91" (201 mm) |
| Resolution | 20 nm | 40 nm | 100 nm |
| Capacitance | 3.6 µF | 7.2 µF | 18 µF |
| Feedback | N/A | ||
| Accuracy | N/A | ||
| Repeatablity | N/A | ||
| Included Cable | SMC Female, 3 m | ||
| Recommended Controllers |
BPC301, MDT694B, MPZ601, KPZ101 | ||
| Compatible Stages | LNR50 Series or OEM Applications | ||
| Closed Loop Piezo Actuators | |||
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| Item # | PAZ009 | ||
| Travel | 40 µm | ||
| Length | 3.66" (93 mm) |
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| Resolutiona | 10 nm | ||
| Capacitance | 7.2 µF | ||
| Feedback | Strain Gauge | ||
| Accuracy | +1% / -0% | ||
| Repeatablity | 0.7 µm | ||
| Included Cables | SMC Female to SMC Female, 3 m 9-pin D-Sub Male to 7-pin LEMO Female, 3 m |
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| Recommended Controllers |
BPC301, MPZ601, KPZ101/KSG101 | ||
| Compatible Stages | LNR50 Series or OEM Applications | ||
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 Crossed Roller Bearing Mechanism |