Compact Rotation Stage with Fine Adjustment Screw


  • Continuous 360° Manual Rotation
  • Fine Adjuster Screw Provides ±6° Fine Adjustment
  • Mount Horizontally or Vertically

PR005

Compact Precision Rotation Stage

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Specifications
Item # PR005(/M)
Coarse Rotation Range 360°, Continuous
Fine Adjustment Range ±6°
Horizontal Load Capacity Overall: 25 lbs (11.4 kg)
Fine Adjustment: 3.75 lbs (1.7 kg)
Platform Diameter 1.00" (25.4 mm)
Platform Height 0.75" (19.1 mm)
Platform Mounting Holes 8-32 (M4) (1 Place)
4-40 (M3) (8 Places)
Base Dimensions 1.50" x 1.50" (38.1 mm x 38.1 mm)
Base Mounting Holes Counterbores for 1/4"-20 (M6)
Cap Screws (4 Places)
PR005 Schematic
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Mechanical Drawing of PR005 Rotation Stage. Dimensions for the metric stage are given in parentheses.

Features

  • 360° of Continuous Coarse Rotation
  • ±6° Fine Adjustment
  • Perimeter is Laser Engraved at 5° Increments
  • Tapped Holes for Small Optomechanics
  • 25 lbs (11.4 kg) Load Capacity

Thorlabs' PR005(/M) Compact Rotation Stage provides precise, fine rotation for small optomechanical assemblies. While the locking screw is unlocked, the stage can be smoothly and continuously rotated by hand through a full 360°, measured by the 5° graduation marks on the side of the mount. The screw labeled ENGAGE FINE ADJUST can be tightened to prevent coarse movement and allow ±6° of fine adjustment via the 6-80 fine adjuster screw. Tightening the screw labeled LOCK prevents any movement of the stage. All three screws accept a 5/64" (2.0 mm) hex key or balldriver.

As shown in the drawing to the right, the rotating platform features one 8-32 (M4) tapped hole at its center, surrounded by eight 4-40 (M3) tapped holes. The stage attaches to an optical table or breadboard using the three 1/4" (M6) counterbored mounting holes.

The PR005(/M) stage has the same load capacity as the PR01(/M) high-precision rotation stage with a much smaller footprint.


Posted Comments:
user  (posted 2024-08-05 15:01:21.07)
CAD model has incorrect hex key size (1.69 mm vs 2 mm). Caused us to purchase the incorrect interface
cdolbashian  (posted 2024-08-14 11:01:45.0)
Thank you for reaching out to us with this mistake. At the time of posting, we are working on updating our 3D model to match the product page description and Auto CAD pdf, where we list 2mm for the hex size. I apologize for any inconvenience this has caused.
user  (posted 2021-10-29 08:51:46.387)
Dear Sir or Madam, kindly provide information regarding the angular resolution of your fine hex adjuster in this setup, e.g. degrees of rotation per full rotation of the screw. Thank you in advance.
azandani  (posted 2021-11-09 02:34:08.0)
Hello, thank you for contacting Thorlabs. Unfortunately, we do not have a spec regarding the angular resolution per rotation of screw as it is not a constant value. This is because the contact point for the adjuster screw inside the stage moves on a radius.
Thomas Schönfelder  (posted 2020-11-30 08:13:53.24)
Dear Sir or Madam, could you please tell me the approximate max. horizontal load if we we use the PR005/M upside down? We would like to flip the device (180°), that means that there will be a pull force instead of a push force on the bearings. Kind regards, Thomas Schönfelder
llamb  (posted 2020-12-07 10:46:55.0)
Hi Thomas, thank you for contacting Thorlabs. While we do not have a formal spec for upside down loads, you can expect a similar load capacity as when the stage is mounted flat on a table. I have reached out to you directly to discuss your loading conditions further.

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 30 mm Cage Translation Stages and 1/4" Translation Stagesb
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 CT1A(/M) 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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LRM1
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)
CRM1T(/M) CRM1LT(/M) CRM1PT(/M) KS1RS K6XS
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Features Optic Carriage Rotates Within Mounting Ring 30 mm Cage-Compatiblea 30 mm Cage-Compatible
for Thick Opticsa
30 mm Cage-Compatible
with Micrometera
±4° Kinematic Tip/Tilt Adjustment Plus Rotation Six-Axis
Kinematic Mounta
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)
LCRM2A(/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
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) 0.52" (13.2 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

Manual Rotation Stages

Manual Rotation Stages
Item # RP005(/M) PR005(/M) MSRP01(/M) RP01(/M) RP03(/M) QRP02(/M)
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Continuous Rotation Mount
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) PDR1C(/M) PDR1(/M) PDR1V(/M) PDXR1(/M)
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DDR25 PDR1C PDR1 PDR1V PDXR1
Features Compatible with
SM05 Lens Tubes,
16 mm Cage System, &
30 mm Cage System
Compatible with
16 mm Cage System
Compatible with
SM05 Lens Tubes &
30 mm Cage System
Vacuum-Compatible;
Also Compatible with
SM05 Lens Tubes &
30 mm Cage System
Compatible with
SM05 Lens Tubes &
30 mm Cage System
Additional Details

Motorized Rotation Mounts and Stages with Central Clear Apertures
Item # K10CR1(/M) PRM1Z8(/M)a DDR100(/M) ELL14 HDR50(/M)
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ELL14
Features 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
  • 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.
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Compact Rotation Stage with Fine Adjustment Screw

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PR005 Support Documentation
PR005Compact Rotation Stage with Fine Adjustment, 8-32 and 4-40 Taps
$318.35
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PR005/M Support Documentation
PR005/MCompact Rotation Stage with Fine Adjustment, M4 and M3 Taps
$318.35
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