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Cage Translation Stage and Accessories![]()
CT104 Ø1/2" Rotation CT101 Ø1" (Ø25 mm) CT102 Ø1/2" X-Y CT103 Blank Plate for CT1 1/2" (12.7 mm) Travel ![]() Please Wait The CT1 Cage Translation Stage travels 1/2" (12.7 mm) along the optical axis (or z-axis) of a 30 mm cage system. This translator includes a CT101 Ø1" optic mount, which is also available separately below. In addition, we offer other optic mounts that are designed for both the CT1 and the 1/4" Translation Stages. See below for details. ![]() Click to Enlarge CT1 Packaging
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The CT1 Cage Translator is designed to be used in 30 mm cage systems that require translation along the optical axis of the cage. Precision linear ball bearings are used to ensure smooth, high-resolution motion. The graduated micrometer provides 1/2" (12.7 mm) of linear translation and has 0.001" graduations. The smallest incremental movement of the carriage is approximately 1 µm. The included micrometer (Item # 148-811ST) may be switched out with a metric micrometer (Item # 148-801ST) with 10 µm graduations. ![]() ![]() Click to Enlarge CT101 Optic Mount with SM1 Lens Tube shown attached to the CT1 Translator in a 30 mm Cage System
The CT101 provides a means to mount SM1-threaded (1.035"-40) devices as well as Ø1" optics to the CT1 Translator. 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. ![]() ![]() Click to Enlarge The CT1 Translator has been Combined with a CT102 Translating Lens Mount to Create an XYZ Configuration
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. 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. ![]() ![]() Click to Enlarge CT104 Rotation Mounted shown with the CT1 Cage Translation Stage in a 30 mm Cage System
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. 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 ![]()
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. It is also compatible with our 1/4"-travel translation stages using our MS103 or MS103/M. Two | |||||||||||||||||
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