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CT1P Mounted to Optical Table Using CT1PA Adapter Plate

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CT1P Adjusters and Connectors

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Adapter Plate for Mounting CT1P(/M) Stage

• Integrated Piezo Actuator and Driver
  • 160 µm Closed Loop Piezo Travel Range
  • 0.5 µm Resolution (Closed Loop)
• M6 x 0.25 Screw for Coarse Adjustment
  • 12 mm Travel
  • 250 µm Adjustment per Revolution
• Precision Crossed-Roller Bearings
• Control Piezo with Knob, Kinesis^® GUI, or External Voltage
• Adapter Plate for Secure Mounting (Sold Separately)
• Accessories Available for Mounting Optics (Sold Separately)

The CT1P(/M) 12 mm Manual Travel Translation Stage with Integrated Piezo Actuator is designed to be used in 30 mm cage systems that require translating a component along the optical axis of the cage system. This stage incorporates precision crossed-roller bearings to ensure smooth, high-resolution motion. The stage can be roughly positioned using the "COARSE ADJUST" knob, which provides 250 µm of travel per revolution and can be locked using the included 1.5 mm hex key. The piezo actuator integrated in this stage must have power supplied using the included micro USB to USB A cable. The USB cable should be connected to a PC directly or via a powered USB hub. Turning the "FINE ADJUST" knob provides an adjustment of 0.5 µm resolution through 160 µm of travel in closed-loop operation. The piezo can be toggled between open- and closed-loop modes via the "OPEN/CLOSE" button on the front. Holding this button homes the piezo, putting it in the middle of its travel range. The coarse and fine adjustment knobs can be operated using a 2 mm (5/64") balldriver (not included); they should not be operated simultaneously.

The piezo actuator can also be controlled remotely using the Kinesis^® software or by applying an external voltage to the EXT IN port (MMCX, 0 to 10 VDC). The default parameters of the CT1P(/M) stage can be altered using the Kinesis software, and settings such as jog step, PID parameters, and Trigger I/O can be persisted to the hardware as well. The two bidirectional I/O ports (MMCX) are disabled on default, but can be enabled using Kinesis and allow the user to use them either as input or output. Input mode uses TTL logic, while output mode provides a push-pull drive of 5 V, with a maximum current limit of 8 mA. There is also a MONITOR output port (MMCX, 0 to 10 V) which provides a digital representation of the piezo voltage. To download the software, see the Kinesis Software tab.

The moving world of the stage features six 4-40 (M3) holes and a center 4 mm keyway, allowing the accessories sold below to be easily mounted to the CT1P(/M) and exchanged depending on the application. Two 30 mm cage rods can be attached to the fixed world of the stage by positioning them in the slots on each side. The rods can then be secured by tightening the four included cone-ended M4 setscrews using a 2 mm (5/64") hex key or balldriver. If the stage is only mounted to the cage system, the cage rods should be supported near the stage using cage system mounts.

The CT1P(/M) stage features two 8-32 (M4) holes on the bottom which can be used to mount the stage in a variety of configurations. The CT1PA adapter plate, sold separately, offers a quick, low-profile solution to securing the stage, as shown in the image above to the right. Alternatively, the stage can be mounted using our Ø1/2" optical post assemblies or Ø1" optical post assemblies, although care should be taken to accomodate the non-standard hole spacing of 3.11" (79.0 mm). This can be achieved using pedestal posts with clamping forks, pedestal post holders with clamping forks, or a variety of post holder bases.

For more information on purchasing a custom stage with an imperial adjustment screw, contact Tech Support.

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CXY1A XY Translator Coupled to a CT1B Z-Axis Translation Mount Using an SM1S15 Lens Tube

• Includes 1/2" (13 mm) Travel Micrometer with 0.001" (10 µm) per Graduation
• Comes with CT101 Ø1" Optic Mount for Optics up to 0.27" (6.9 mm) Thick
• Precision Linear Bearings
• Lockable Design

The CT1B(/M) Manual Translation Stage is designed to be used in 30 mm cage systems that require translation along the optical axis of the cage. This translation stage includes a CT101 Ø1" optic mount, which is also available separately below. Precision linear bearings are used to ensure smooth, high-resolution motion. The stage features a graduated micrometer that provides 1/2" (13 mm) of linear translation with 0.001" (10 µm) graduations. A 5/64" (2 mm) hex on the micrometer allows for actuation in space-constrained environments. The smallest incremental movement of the carriage is approximately 1 µm.

The modular design allows the accessories sold below to be mounted to the movable carriage of the CT1B(/M) translation stage. The included CT101 Ø1" Optic Mount has internal SM1 (1.035"-40) threading for mounting Ø1" optical components up to 0.27" (6.9 mm) thick, or externally SM1-threaded components, such as our SM1 lens tubes. One SM1RR retaining ring, two 4-40 cap screws for securing the mount, a 1/16" and a 5/64" (2 mm) hex key, and two removable dowel pins for alignment are also included with the mount.

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CT101 Optic Mount with SM1L10 Lens Tube Attached to the CT1B Cage Translation Stage in a 30 mm Cage System

• SM1 (1.035"-40) Threaded Bore Directly Accepts Ø1" Optics up to 0.27" (6.9 mm) Thick
• Compatible with Our Line of SM1 Lens Tubes
• Finger Groove Recess Allows for Ease of Alignment
• Compatible with Our Z-Axis Translation Stages for 30 mm Cage Systems and Our 1/4" Translation Stages

The CT101 provides a means to mount SM1-threaded (1.035"-40) devices as well as Ø1" optics to the CT1B(/M) or CT1P(/M) stages. It is also compatible with our 1/4"-travel translation stages using our MS103 or MS103/M Adapter Plate. One SM1RR retaining ring, two 4-40 and two M3 cap screws, and two removable dowel pins for alignment are included with each unit.

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The CT1B Cage Translation Stage Combined with a CT102 Translating Lens Mount to Create an XYZ Configuration

• Provides ±0.04" (±1.0 mm) of Travel in X and Y Directions
• SM05 (0.535"-40) Threaded Bore Directly Accepts Ø1/2" Optics up to 0.39" (9.9 mm) Thick
• Wobble: <100 µrad
• Resolution: 250 µm/rev
• Compatible with Our Z-Axis Translation Stages for 30 mm Cage Systems and Our 1/4" Translation Stages

The CT102 has an internal SM05 (0.535"-40) threading for mounting Ø1/2" optics up to 0.39" (9.9 mm) thick or externally SM05-threaded components. The CT102 allows for ±1 mm of travel in the X and Y direction using M3 x 0.25 fine adjusters. The mount is directly compatible with the CT1B(/M) and CT1P(/M) stages. It is also compatible with our 1/4"-travel translation stages using our MS103 or MS103/M Adapter Plate. One SM05RR retaining ring, which secures a component by sandwiching it between the ring and the back lip on the mount, and two 4-40 and two M3 cap screws for securing the mount are included with each unit.

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CT104 Rotation Mount Shown with the CT1B Cage Translation Stage in a 30 mm Cage System

• Coarse Rotation: 360° Continuously Adjustable
• Graduations: 2° Increments
• Mount Ø1/2" Optics up to 7.3 mm (0.29") Thick
• Runout: <0.0001" (25 μm) Along Optical Axis
• Max. Clear Aperture: 0.43"
• Lockable Design
• Compatible with Our Z-Axis Translation Stages for 30 mm Cage Systems and Our 1/4" Translation Stages

The CT104 rotation mount provides 360° of continuous rotation for Ø1/2" (Ø12.7 mm) optics and SM05 threaded components. The 2° graduation allows for precise positioning of components, such as linear polarizers and waveplates. A top-mounted nylon-tip setscrew is used to lock the freedom of rotation when the mount has been set in the correct orientation. The mount is directly compatible with the CT1B(/M) and CT1P(/M) stages. It is also compatible with our 1/4"-travel translation stages using our MS103 or MS103/M Adapter Plate. One SM05RR retaining ring, which secures a component by sandwiching it between the ring and the back lip on the mount, and two 4-40 and two M3 cap screws for securing the mount are included with each unit.

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CT103 Blank Mount Shown on the CT1B Cage Translation Stage

• Ideal for Custom Machining
• Center-Drilled Dimple Allows for User to Precisely Align Along the Cage's Optical Axis
• Finger Groove Recess Allows for Ease of Alignment
• Compatible with Our Z-Axis Translation Stages for 30 mm Cage Systems and Our 1/4" Translation Stages

The CT103 blank device mount has a solid surface to allow the end user to tailor the mount for custom applications. Custom hole sizes and threads can be machined using any size drill bits and taps. A center-drilled dimple is provided to help in aligning with the optical axis during the machining process. The mount is directly compatible with the CT1B(/M) and CT1P(/M) stages. It is also compatible with our 1/4"-travel translation stages using our MS103 or MS103/M. Two 4-40 and two M3 cap screws for securing the mount are included with each unit.