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
Application Info
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Rotation Mounts and Stages

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.

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XYR1 with SLH1 Slide Clamps Incorporated into a Custom Imaging System (See Application 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), 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.

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.

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.

Item #	Qty	Description
Sample Stage Platform
XYR1	1	XY Stage with Ø1" Hole, 1/2" Travel, 360° Rotation, Imperial Taps
SLH1	1	Microscope Slide Spring Clips, 8-32 Thread, Qty: 2
P8	4	Ø1.5" Mounting Post, 1/4"-20 Taps, L = 8"
Microscope Objective Support
RMS40X	1	40X Olympus Plan Achromat Objective, 0.65 NA, 0.6 mm WD
SM1A3	1	Adapter with External SM1 Threads and Internal RMS Threads
XT66-500	1	66 mm Construction Rail, L = 500 mm
XT66P2	1	Rail Carriage for 66 mm Rails with 6-32, 8-32, & 1/4"-20 Taps
XT66P1	1	Vertical Mounting Plate for 34 mm & 66 mm Optical Rails
TR075	1	Ø1/2" Optical Post, SS, 8-32 Setscrew, 1/4"-20 Tap, L = 0.75"
PH1	1	Ø1/2" Post Holder, Spring-Loaded Hex-Locking Thumbscrew, L = 1"
CP02	1	SM1-Threaded 30 mm Cage Plate, 0.35" Thick, 2 Retaining Rings, 8-32 Tap
ER4-P4	1	Cage Assembly Rod, 4" Long, Ø6 mm, 4 Pack
Periscope Mirror Assembly for Sample Illumination
KS2	1	Ø2" Precision Kinematic Mirror Mount, 3 Adjusters
PF20-03-G01	1	Ø2" Protected Aluminum Mirror
XT66C2	2	40 mm Long Double Dovetail Clamp for 66 mm Rails
XT66CB	1	Cross Bracket for 66 mm Rails
XT66C4	1	Clamping Platform for 66 mm Rails, 1/4" Counterbored Slot, 40 mm Long
XT66P1	1	Vertical Mounting Plate for 34 mm & 66 mm Optical Rails
XT66RA2	1	Right-Angle Bracket for 66 mm Rails
XT66D2	1	Slotted Dovetail with One Z-Axis Counterbored Slot, 50 mm Long
XE25T3	1	Low-Profile T-Nut, 1/4"-20 Tapped Hole, 10 Pack
AE8E25E	1	Adapter with Internal 8-32 Threads and External 1/4"-20 Threads, 0.38" Length
CL5	2	Table Clamp, L-Shape
General
HW-KIT2	1	1/4"-20 Cap Screw and Hardware Kit

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Item #	Qty	Description
Sample Stage Platform
XYR1/M	1	XY Stage with Ø1" Hole, 13 mm Travel, 360° Rotation, Metric Taps
SLH1/M	1	Microscope Slide Spring Clips, M4 Thread, Qty: 2
P200/M	4	Ø1.5" Mounting Post, M6 Taps, L = 200 mm
Microscope Objective Support
RMS40X	1	40X Olympus Plan Achromat Objective, 0.65 NA, 0.6 mm WD
SM1A12	1	Adapter with External SM1 Threads and Internal M25 x 0.75 Threads
XT66-500	1	66 mm Construction Rail, L = 500 mm
XT66P2/M	1	Rail Carriage for 66 mm Rails with M4 & M6 Taps
XT66P1	1	Vertical Mounting Plate for 34 mm & 66 mm Optical Rails
TR20/M	1	Ø12.7 mm Optical Post, SS, M4 Setscrew, M6 Tap, L = 20 mm
PH20/M	1	Ø12.7 mm Post Holder, Spring-Loaded Hex-Locking Thumbscrew, L=20 mm
CP02/M	1	SM1-Threaded 30 mm Cage Plate, 0.35" Thick, 2 Retaining Rings, M4 Tap
ER4-P4	1	Cage Assembly Rod, 4" Long, Ø6 mm, 4 Pack
Periscope Mirror Assembly for Sample Illumination
KS2	1	Ø2" Precision Kinematic Mirror Mount, 3 Adjusters
PF20-03-G01	1	Ø2" Protected Aluminum Mirror
XT66C2	2	40 mm Long Double Dovetail Clamp for 66 mm Rails
XT66CB	1	Cross Bracket for 66 mm Rails
XT66C4	1	Clamping Platform for 66 mm Rails, 1/4" Counterbored Slot, 40 mm Long
XT66P1	1	Vertical Mounting Plate for 34 mm & 66 mm Optical Rails
XT66RA2	1	Right-Angle Bracket for 66 mm Rails
XT66D2	1	Slotted Dovetail with One Z-Axis Counterbored Slot, 50 mm Long
XE25T3/M	1	Low-Profile T-Nut, M6 x 1.0 Tapped Hole, 10 Pack
AE4M6M	1	Adapter with Internal M4 x 0.7 Threads and External M6 x 1.0 Threads, 10.0 mm Length
CL5	2	Table Clamp, L-Shape
General
HW-KIT2/M	1	M6 Cap Screw and Hardware Kit

Posted Comments:

steve rosen (posted 2021-05-02 17:00:04.433)

This item has no means of locking in the settings to avoid movement and loss of settings. For the cost, the device should have the means to lock the settings. ridiculous design flaw.,

YLohia (posted 2021-05-05 02:25:55.0)

Hello, thank you for your feedback. We will consider these points while implement a redesign of this product in the future.

Darvin Munoz (posted 2021-02-15 14:01:00.22)

I really like this stage but I need micrometer adjustment for rotation. If you could Add that functionality it would make this a great product.

YLohia (posted 2021-02-16 11:48:10.0)

Hello, thank you for your feedback. We will consider adding such an item to our catalog in the future.

devin.metante (posted 2016-12-10 16:05:35.947)

I will need accurate adjustment for the rotary stage as well. Please contact me.

tfrisch (posted 2016-12-15 10:03:57.0)

Hello, thank you for contacting Thorlabs. I will reach out to you directly.

cbrideau (posted 2016-02-08 18:16:48.0)

A version of this top plate with just two SLH1 spring clips mounted would be idea. That way you have a smooth flat surface for placing your slide, while still having a couple clips to hold it down.

besembeson (posted 2016-02-10 01:45:48.0)

Response from Bweh at Thorlabs USA: Thanks for the suggestion. This was designed for OCT applications that mostly require a flat surface for the sample. We will review this addition.

joseph.boswell (posted 2016-01-25 09:26:06.9)

I want this product with a fine vernier adjustment on the rotation stage, same as the XY. Can you accommodate?

besembeson (posted 2016-02-01 03:39:12.0)

Response from Bweh at Thorlabs USA: Thanks for contacting Thorlabs. A re-design of the stage will be necessary to accomodate this vernier addition so this is not something we can provide short term at the moment unfortunately. I will contact you regarding your application requirements so we can look into this in the future.

james.sweetman (posted 2015-05-28 10:25:51.393)

Looks like in 2009 someone first suggested micrometer driven z-rotation. Still nothing? In the works?

mthrossell (posted 2015-08-24 01:10:56.0)

Thanks for contacting us. Our design team is reviewing such a product development. Unfortunately there is no solid time line to release yet.

bdada (posted 2011-09-22 19:52:00.0)

Response from Buki at Thorlabs: Thank you for your feedback about including a theta Z axis micrometer. We have passed the idea to our design engineers. If we move ahead with this project soon, I will contact you regarding the possibility of testing a prototype.

bdada (posted 2011-09-21 14:38:00.0)

Response from Buki at Thorlabs: Thank you for your feedback regarding this. Unfortunately we do not have a torque spec for this. It would be a good idea to use a counterbalance if you are planning on putting a lever arm on this (but make sure the max. load is not exceeded). You should be able to use this upside down. Please contact TechSupport@thorlabs.com if you have further questions.

tledwar (posted 2011-09-20 17:30:00.0)

This stage would be perfect with theta-Z micrometer control as some of the others have already mentioned.

fbeunis (posted 2011-09-07 18:51:20.0)

What is the maximum torque that can be applied to the XYR1/M (around an axis in the plane of the platform)? Also, do you foresee any problems if the stage would be mounted upside-down?

bdada (posted 2011-08-26 14:02:00.0)

Response from Buki at Thorlabs: Thank you for your feedback. The prices for most of our products, including the XYR1 translation stages you referenced, are listed on our website. It is located to the right of the item name and description. http://www.thorlabs.com/newgrouppage9.cfm?objectgroup_id=3693

sorooshsadeh (posted 2011-08-26 12:40:50.0)

Its ok but if it had price would be more useful

jjurado (posted 2011-05-27 10:58:00.0)

Response from Javier at Thorlabs to nkaddy: Thank you very much for contacting us. The current design of the XYR1 does not easily allow for enlarging the diameter of the SM1 opening. I will contact you directly to help you find other alternatives that might be suitable for your application.

nkaddy (posted 2011-05-27 16:10:13.0)

Great idea, but I need to have a larger hole in the middle, how large would be possible?

jjurado (posted 2011-02-28 11:03:00.0)

Response from Javier at Thorlabs to rbjaculbia: Thank you for submitting your request. The current design of the XYR1 does not allow for replacing the micrometers with coarse adjustment screws. The micrometer we use is actually our 148-811ST (http://www.thorlabs.com/NewGroupPage9.cfm?ObjectGroup_ID=1223&pn=148-811ST#1223). Two of these actuators are inserted into the outer body of the XYR1 and then we use screws to hold the mounting barrel in place. I will contact you for further discussuion of your application.

rbjaculbia (posted 2011-02-27 22:26:09.0)

hi, can we replace the micrometer of the XYR1 with a coarse adjustment screw? Thanks

Thorlabs (posted 2010-10-08 17:29:51.0)

Response from Javier at Thorlabs to rosaura.rucalvaba: We have not yet developed a version of the XYR1 with translation along the rotation axis. I will discuss this with our mechanics engineers and get back to you.

rosaura.ruvalcaba (posted 2010-10-08 16:17:49.0)

Has a modified version of product XYR1 with a micrometer driven z-rotation been developed? If so, who would I contact for the specs and a quote?

Javier (posted 2010-06-18 15:48:30.0)

Response from Javier at Thorlabs to daniel-d-gall: we would recommend limiting the load to 2 lbs when the XYR1 is mounted vertically, with one of the actuators pushing up. It is also recommended to keep the load close to the stage, so as to prevent excessive torque onto the rotation plate.

daniel-d-gall (posted 2010-06-15 15:30:31.0)

This would could be very useful, but the setup were looking at requires the rotational axis to be horizontal rather than vertical. Would this be possible for this stage, and if so what would the weight restrictions be?

apalmentieri (posted 2009-12-21 18:08:54.0)

A response from Adam at Thorlabs: This is a great idea! I am currently in contact with our head engineer to see how easy this modification may be. How much resolution would you need? What type of precision would be necessary? If you have any more information, that would be very helpful. I will email with you with any updates we may have.

davymooree (posted 2009-12-21 11:34:24.0)

Is it possible to have this stage with a micrometer driven z-rotation? This would be very useful for precision applications such as mask alignment in lithography.

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 CT1 Cage Translator Stage and 1/4" Translation Stages^b
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 CT1 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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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)	CRM1(/M)	CRM1L(/M)	CRM1PT(/M)	KS1RS	K6XS
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Features	Optic Carriage Rotates Within Mounting Ring	30 mm Cage-Compatible^a	30 mm Cage-Compatible for Thick Optics^a	30 mm Cage-Compatible with Micrometer^a	±4° Kinematic Tip/Tilt Adjustment Plus Rotation	Six-Axis Kinematic Mount^a
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)	LCRM2(/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

Manual Rotation Stages

Manual Rotation Stages
Item #	RP005(/M)	PR005(/M)	MSRP01(/M)	RP01(/M)	RP03(/M)	QRP02(/M)
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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)	PDR1(/M)	K10CR1(/M)	PRM1Z8(/M)^a	DDR100(/M)	ELL14	HDR50(/M)
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Features	Compatible with SM05 Lens Tubes, 16 mm Cage System, 30 mm Cage System	Compatible with SM05 Lens Tubes, 30 mm Cage System, PD1(/M) and PDX1(/M) Linear Stages	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

Motor Type	Brushless DC Servo	Piezo Inertia Drive	2 Phase Stepper Motor with Worm Gear	DC Servo	Brushless DC Servo	Piezo Resonant Motor	2 Phase Stepper Motor with Worm Gear
Rotation Adjustment Range	360° Continuous
Rotating Platform/Carriage
Diameter	Ø1.14" (Ø29.0 mm)	1.34" (34.0 mm)	Ø1.81" (Ø46.0 mm)	Ø1.97" (Ø50.0 mm)	Ø4.37" (111.0 mm)	-	Ø3.86" (Ø98.0 mm)
Height	1.12" (28.5 mm)	0.71" (18.0 mm)	0.84" (21.5 mm)	0.91" (23.0 mm)	1.57" (39.9 mm)	0.59" (15.1 mm)	1.73" (44.0 mm)
Threaded Mounting Holes	Four 4-40 with 16 mm Spacing	Four 8-32 (M4)	Six 4-40 (M3)	Four 6-32 (M4), Four 8-32 (M4), Four 4-40 with 30 mm Spacing	Eight 8-32 (M4), Four 1/4"-20 (M6), Four 4-40 with 16 mm Spacing, Four 4-40 with 30 mm Spacing	-	Four 8-32 (M4)
Center Aperture	SM05 Internal Threads, 1.2" (28.5 mm) Deep	Ø9.0 mm Clear Aperture with SM05 Internal Threads, 2.5 mm Deep	SM1 Internal Threads, 0.84" (21.5 mm) Deep	SM1 Internal Threads, 0.91" (23.0 mm) Deep	SM1 Internal Threads, 0.82" (21.0 mm) Deep	SM1 Internal Threads, 0.58" (14.7 mm) Deep	Ø50.0 mm Clear Aperture with SM1 Internal Threads, 6.9 mm Deep
Speed (Max)	1800°/s	20°/s	10°/s	25°/s	1080°/s	430°/s	50°/s
Platform Adapter Plate(s)	-	-	K10CR1A2(/M)	PRM1SP1(/M)	NR360SP9(/M) NR360SP4(/M)	-	NR360SP9(/M) NR360SP8 NR360SP4(/M)
Base
Dimensions	2.19" x 2.19" (55.6 mm x 55.6 mm)	1.57" x 1.57" (40.0 mm x 40.0 mm)	4.21" x 2.60" (107.0 mm x 66.0 mm)	5.18" x 3.26" (131.5 mm x 82.8 mm)	4.53" x 4.53" (115 mm x 115 mm)	2.60" x 3.25" (66.0 mm x 82.5 mm)	7.46" x 4.55" (189.4 mm x 115.5 mm)
Stage Adapter Plates	-	-	K10CR1A1 K10CR1A3	PRM1SP2 PRM1SP3	-	-	NR360SP2(/M) NR360SP5(/M)
Bottom Surface Mounting Holes	-	Two 8-32 (M4)	-	Two 1/4" (M6) Counterbores	Four 1/4" (M6) Clearance Holes	-	Four 1/4" (M6) Counterbores
Side Holes for Vertical Mounting	Four 8-32 (M4) Eight 4-40	One 8-32 (M4), Two Sides	Three 8-32 (M4)	Four 8-32 (M4)	Eight 1/4"-20 (M6)	-	Six 1/4"-20 (M6)
Cage System Compatibility	Four 4-40 Holes on Back Side with 16 mm Spacing, Four 4-40 Taps on Front Side with 30 mm Spacing	Ø6 mm Holes for ER Cage Rods with 30 mm Spacing	Four 4-40 Holes on Each Side with 30 mm Spacing	-	Four 4-40 Holes on Back Side with 30 mm Spacing	60 mm Cage using Four 0.12 (3.0 mm) Holes for 4-40 Screws, 30 mm Cage using SR025 Cage Rods to Adapt to ER Cage Rods	-

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.

Two-Axis Linear Translation Stage with Rotating Platform

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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 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 image to the right, this stage is also compatible with the SLH1 Microscope Slide Spring Clips 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.

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

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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.

Solid Sample Plate

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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.

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.

Rotation Drive Mechanism and Adjustment Range	Manual, 360° Continuous			Coarse: Manual, 360° Continuous; Fine: Micrometer, ±7°	Manual, 360° Continuous
Optic Mounting	Internally SM05-Threaded Carriage
Maximum Accepted Optic Thickness	0.23" (5.8 mm)	0.23" (5.8 mm)	0.26" (6.5 mm)	0.23" (5.9 mm)	0.24" (6.0 mm)	0.41" (10.4 mm)	0.29" (7.3 mm)
Post Mounting	4-40 (M3) Stud	8-32 (M4) Tap	None	8-32 (M4) Tap	None	Two Counterbores for 8-32 (M4) Cap Screws	Two Counterbores for 4-40 (M3) Cap Screws
Cage System Compatibility	N/A				Four Bores for ∅4 mm Cage Rods with 16 mm Spacing	N/A	N/A^c

Rotation Drive Mechanism and Adjustment Range	Manual, 360° Continuous					Manual, Continuous: 360°; Discrete: 15°	Manual, Continuous: 360°; Discrete: 22.5°	Coarse: Manual, 360° Continuous; Fine: Micrometer, ±7°
Optic Mounting	Internally SM1-Threaded Carriage
Maximum Accepted Optic Thickness	0.47" (11.9 mm)	0.34" (8.6 mm)	0.51" (12.9 mm)	0.25" (6.4 mm)	0.27" (6.8 mm)	0.50" (12.7 mm)	0.50" (12.7 mm)	0.50" (12.7 mm)
Post Mounting	8-32 (M4) Tap	N/A	8-32 (M4) Tap
Cage System Compatibility	N/A							Four 4-40 (M3) Taps on Rotation Dial with 30 mm Spacing

Rotation Drive Mechanism and Adjustment Range	Manual, 360° Continuous			Coarse: Manual, 360° Continuous; Fine: Micrometer, ±7°	Manual, 360° Continuous
Optic Mounting	Internal SM1 Threads in LM1-A	Internally SM1-Threaded Carriage	Double-Bore with Setscrew	Internally SM1-Threaded Carriage
Accepted Optic Thickness	Max: 0.37" (9.4 mm)	Max: 0.37" (9.4 mm)	Min: 0.31" (7.9 mm)	Max: 0.37" (9.4 mm)	Max: 0.47" (11.9 mm)	Max: 0.55" (14 mm)
Post Mounting	8-32 (M4) Tap in LM1-B	8-32 (M4) Tap			Six Counterbores for 8-32 (M4) Cap Screws
Cage System Compatibility	N/A	Four Bores for ∅6 mm Cage Rods with 30 mm Spacing			N/A

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)	0.51" (13 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

Rotation Drive Mechanism and Adjustment Range	Manual, 360° Continuous
Mounting Platform
Diameter	Ø1.00" (Ø25.4 mm)	Ø1.00" (Ø25.4 mm)	Ø1.40" (Ø35.6 mm)	Ø2.07" (Ø52.8 mm)	Ø4.29" (Ø109.0 mm)	Ø2.00" (Ø50.8 mm)
Height	0.67" (17.0 mm)	0.75" (19.1 mm)	0.51" (13.1 mm)	0.63" (16.1 mm)	0.70" (17.8 mm)	1.00" (25.4 mm)
Taps	Six 4-40 (M3) One 1/4"-20 (M6)	One 8-32 (M4) Eight 4-40 (M3)	Four 4-40 (M3) One 8-32 (M4)	Four 8-32 (M4) One 1/4"-20 (M6)	Eight 6-32 (M4) Sixteen 8-32 (M4) Thirteen 1/4"-20 (M6)	Four 6-32 (M4) Four 8-32 (M4) Five 1/4"-20 (M6)
Additional Holes	Two Ø0.13" (Ø3.2 mm) Holes for FiberBench Accessories	-	Four Clearance Holes for 4-40 (M3) Cap Screws	-	-	-
Platform Adapter Plate(s)	-	-	-	-	-	-
Base
Dimensions	1.50" x 1.50" (38.1 x 38.1 mm)	1.50" x 1.50" (38.1 x 38.1 mm)	1.78" x 1.40" (45.2 x 35.6 mm)	2.45" x 2.45" (62.2 x 62.2 mm)	4.65" x 4.65" (118.1 x 118.1 mm)	2.55" x 2.55" (64.8 x 64.8 mm)
Mounting Holes	Four Clearance Holes for 1/4"-20 (M6) Cap Screws	Four Clearance Holes for 1/4"-20 (M6) Cap Screws	Four Clearance Holes for 4-40 (M3) Cap Screws	Four Clearance Holes for 1/4"-20 (M6) Cap Screws	Four Clearance Holes for 1/4"-20 (M6) Cap Screws	Four Counterbores for 1/4"-20 (M6) Cap Screws
Side Taps for Vertical Mounting	-	-	One 4-40 (M3)	One 8-32 (M4)	Three 8-32 (M4)	-
Cage System Compatibility	N/A

Rotation Drive Mechanism and Adjustment Range	Manual: 360° Continuous; Fine: Adjuster Screw, ±5°	Manual: 360° Continuous; Fine: Adjuster Screw, ±5°	Manual: 360° Continuous; Fine: Micrometer, ±5°	Worm Gear, 360° Continuous	Manual, 360° Continuous with 1/2" (13 mm) Linear Travel Along X and Y Axes with Micrometer
Mounting Platform
Diameter	Ø2.21" (Ø56.0 mm)	Ø3.19" (Ø81.0 mm)	Ø2.70" (Ø68.6 mm)	Ø1.70" (Ø43.2 mm)	Ø4.18" (Ø106.0 mm)	Ø4.04" (Ø102.5 mm)
Height	On Breadboard: 0.91" (23.0 mm)^a Dovetail Stacked: 0.83" (21.0 mm)	On Breadboard: 0.91" (23.0 mm)^a Dovetail Stacked: 0.83" (21.1 mm)	1.00" (25.3 mm)	1.00" (25.4 mm)	1.00" (25.4 mm)	1.65" (41.8 mm)
Taps	Thirteen 1/4"-20 (M6) Four 8-32 (M4) Four 6-32 (M4)	Thirteen 1/4"-20 (M6) Four 8-32 (M4) Four 6-32 (M4)	Four 4-40 (M3) Ten 6-32 (M4) Six 1/4"-20 (M6)	Four 4-40 (M3) Eight 6-32 (M4) Four 8-32 (M4)	Eight 4-40 (M3) Twelve 8-32 (M4) Sixteen 1/4"-20 (M6)	-^b
Additional Holes	-	-	Ø0.94" (Ø23.9 mm) Clear Aperture with SM1 Threading	-	Ø0.90" (Ø22.9 mm) Clear Aperture with SM1 Threading	-^b
Platform Adapter Plate(s)	-	-	PR01A(/M) CRA30(/M)	CR1A(/M)	XYR1A	-^b
Base
Dimensions	3.35" x 2.52" (85.0 mm x 63.9 mm)	4.33" x 3.58" (110.0 mm x 91.0 mm)	2.75" x 3.50" (69.9 x 88.9 mm)	2.76" x 2.10" (70.1 x 53.4 mm)	5.50" x 4.42" (139.7 x 112.3 mm) (Not Including Micrometers)
Mounting Holes	Four Mounting Slots for 1/4"-20 (M6) Cap Screws	Four Mounting Slots for 1/4"-20 (M6) Cap Screws	Four Mounting Slots for 1/4"-20 (M6) Cap Screws	Two Mounting Slots for 1/4"-20 (M6) Cap Screws	Four Mounting Slots for 1/4"-20 (M6) Cap Screws
Side Taps for Vertical Mounting	-	-	Two 1/4"-20 (M6)	-	-
Cage System Compatibility	-	N/A	Four 4-40 Taps on Top Surface for 30 mm Cage System	N/A	Four 4-40 Taps on Top Surface for 30 mm Cage System Four 4-40 Taps on Top Surface for 60 mm Cage System Four 4-40 Taps on Bottom Surface for 60 mm Cage System	-^b