Product Description
Newport Linear X-Axis Optical Stage with Vertical Mounting Surface
This is a versatile linear translation stage designed for precision alignment of optical components. Its key feature is an integrated vertical mounting plate (often 90° to the base), allowing you to mount mirrors, lenses, or other optics perpendicular to the direction of travel. This creates a compact, stable solution for complex beam steering or multi-axis setups.
Key Features & Specifications:
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Stage Type: Linear X-axis translation
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Drive Mechanism: Manual micrometer or fine-pitch screw (sub-micron resolution typical)
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Unique Feature: Integrated vertical mounting plate with tapped holes for optic mounts
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Travel: Likely 1 inch (25 mm) or more (specify if known)
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Base Mounting: Standard 1/4″-20 or M6 threaded holes for breadboard attachment
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Construction: Anodized aluminum, precision-ground bearings for smooth motion
Applications:
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Beam Steering: Precisely positioning a mirror to scan a laser beam horizontally
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Optical Delay Lines: Creating variable path length in interferometers or autocorrelators
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Microscopy/Imaging: Translating a sample or sensor horizontally with vertical-mounted optics
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Multi-Axis Stacking: Building Y or Z stages onto this unit for complex positioning




