Product Description
Newport Model 400 XY Linear Translation Stage – Precision Manual Positioning with 0.5″ Travel, 100 lb Load Capacity
This used Newport Model 400 XY translation stage is a precision manual positioning stage designed for applications requiring smooth, accurate linear motion in two axes. The Model 400 has been discontinued by Newport and replaced by the Model 401, which is virtually identical in design and specifications .
The stage offers 0.5 inches of travel in both the X and Y directions, with a 100 pound load capacity enabled by its pre-loaded ball bushing movement system . The low-profile design stands less than 2 inches tall, making it ideal for integration into optical setups with limited vertical clearance. Newport actuators are included with the stage.
The Newport 400 is suitable for a wide range of precision positioning applications including optical alignment, component testing, and general laboratory use where manual fine positioning is required.
Condition Note: This unit is untested and sold as-is. It is a pull from surplus inventory. The actuators are included unless specified otherwise.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Newport (Newport Research Corporation / NRC) |
| Model | 400 |
| Replacement Model | 401 (virtually identical) |
| Type | Manual XY Linear Translation Stage |
| Travel per Axis | 0.5 inches (12.7 mm) |
| Load Capacity | 100 lbs (45.4 kg) |
| Drive Mechanism | Pre-loaded ball bushing movements |
| Height | < 2 inches |
| Actuators | Included (Newport actuators) |
| Material | Aluminum alloy (typical) |
| Mounting | Standard optical table hole pattern |
| Condition | Used – Untested |
Key Features & Benefits
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
| 0.5″ Travel per Axis | Adequate range for most optical alignment and component positioning tasks |
| 100 lb Load Capacity | Supports heavy components, fixtures, and multi-axis stacks |
| Pre-loaded Ball Bushings | Smooth, backlash-free motion with consistent feel |
| Low Profile (<2″ tall) | Minimizes height buildup when stacking stages or integrating into compact systems |
| Newport Actuators Included | Ready to use; no need to source separate micrometers |
| Proven Design | Discontinued but well-documented model with known reliability |
Applications
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Optical Alignment: Precise positioning of mirrors, lenses, and beamsplitters
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Component Testing: Moving sensors, detectors, or test articles into position
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Microscopy: Sample positioning under inspection objectives
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Fiber Optic Alignment: Coupling fibers to lasers or detectors
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Educational Labs: Teaching precision positioning concepts
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Legacy System Support: Replacement stage for existing Newport-equipped systems
| Weight | 6 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 12 × 10 × 6 in |
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