The Stage MS-4-360R is a low cost (Rack and pinion) system, that offers 4" of radial travel (R) and 360° rotation (Theta) in a thin (1" thick) stage. The stage easily attaches to most microscopes with its standard circular dovetail mount, and has adjustable stage centering.. The rotary table has a 1/8" center pin (concentric to .00003") for accurate sample mounting. The Theta control is capable of locating a desired (R, theta) point, or of continuous rotation. The R- theta stage is accurate to 15um with submicron resolution. The unit also provides control of the microscope Z-axis with a motor drive which easily attaches to most microscopes and has up to 0.1um resolution. The stage 4360 provides precise control of the R axis speed through an exceptionally smooth joystick. The speed is proportional to joystick deflection providing velocities from as slow as single steps to full traverse speed. A rotary knob provides variable speed theta control, from single steps to full traverse speed, with "turbo" at the extremes for quick traverse. Remote z-axis focus is provided via a focusing knob on the controller. The unit also provides three user-selectable sensitivities for the joystick, theta control and Z-knob for added adaptability. The unit can be controlled manually or by the user's external computer via standard RS-232 commands. R, theta and Z coordinates are displayed locally on the controller's LED display. These coordinates are also available via RS-232. The stage 4360 is an economical unit that works well in a wide range of applications. Custom versions and modifications can be made for a nominal price.

Features

• Three user-selectable speed sensitivities (joystick/rotary knob)
• RFI shielded cast aluminum tabletop controller (size 7"D x 10.5"W x 3"H)
• LED display of R, Theta, and Z coordinates
• Complete remote control via RS-232C serial communications
• Maximum speed in excess of 25mm/sec or 1/7 rotation per sec
• Remote focus of the Z-axis via rotary knob on controller
• User-adjustable R-axis limit switches

Specifications