Direct Drive Rotation Stage

- 180 rpm (3 Hz) Velocity
- 5 kg Load Capacity
- Max Axial Wobble 60 µrad
NR360SP4
Grooved Adapter Plate
NR360SP9
Threaded Adapter Plate
DDR100
SM1-Threaded Center Hole

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Key DDR100 Specificationsa | |
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Travel Range | 360° Continuous |
Velocity (Max) | 180 rpm (3 Hz) |
Max Wobble (Axial) | 60 µrad |
Bidirectional Repeatability | 60 µrad |
Horizontal Load Capacity (Max)b | 5.0 kg |
Vertical Load Capacity (Max)b | 2.0 kg (Mounted Centrally) |
Min Achievable Incremental Movement | 70 µrad |
Cable Length | 3.0 m (9.8') |
Recommended Controllera | BBD301 |
Stage Dimensions (L x W x H) | 115 mm x 115 mm x 40 mm (4.53" x 4.53" x 1.58") |
Features
- 360° Continuous Rotation
- High Speeds up to 180 rpm
- Low Profile: 40 mm (1.57")
- Integrated, Brushless DC Servo Motor Actuators
- High-Quality, Precision-Engineered Bearings
- Compatible with SM1 Lens Tubes and 30 mm Cage System Components
- Compatible with NR360SP4 and NR360SP9 Adapter Plates
The Thorlabs' DDR100 low-profile, direct-drive rotary stage provides continuous rotation of a load up to 5 kg (11 lb) with 2 µrad resolution and a maximum rotation speed of 180 rpm. An SM1-threaded central aperture allows an optical path to pass directly through the body of the stage.
This stage has a 3-phase, brushless DC motor integrated directly into the frame of the stage. This eliminates all forms of mechanical transmission providing high repeatability, rigidity and reliability. The winding design eliminates torque ripple due to magnetic cogging, enabling good velocity stability even at low speeds. The high magnetic pole count produces a large amount of torque (0.7 N•m). The high-resolution encoder mounted directly on the moving world provides high accuracy and repeatability, while the precision-engineered bearings and tight manufacturing tolerances produce very low axial wobble (60 µrad) and radial eccentricity (6 µm). An engraved Vernier scale with 1° graduations allows for coarse positioning.
The stage can be mounted horizontally on the work surface, or vertically on a Ø1" post (see the diagram to the right) or by using our AP90RL or VB01 right-angle brackets. It can also be mounted directly to the DDS300 and DDS600 translation stages. The top plate features an SM1-threaded (1.035"-40) through hole to allow Ø1" optics and our SM1 product line to be mounted. The rotating and non-rotating top surfaces, and the rear face, all feature an array of 4-40 tapped holes to integrate 30 mm cage assemblies and components.
Controller
The recommended controller is the BBD301 Single-Axis Brushless DC Motor Controller (sold separately below). This controller provides a user-configurable, S-curve acceleration/deceleration profile that enables fast, smooth positioning without vibration or shock. It is ideal for motion control applications demanding operation at high speeds (hundreds of mm/s) and high encoder resolution (50 nm). The design incorporates the latest digital and analog techniques as well as high-bandwidth, high-power servo control circuitry. The controllers ship with our software for easy integration into an existing system. For multi-axis applications (e.g. when used with the DDS300 and DDS600 translation stages) the stage can also be driven by our BBD302 or BBD303 two- and three-axis controllers, respectively. Click here to view our full presentation on these controllers.
Adapter Plates
Adapter plates are available that fix to the rotating platform of the stage. The NR360SP4 Grooved Adapter Plate allows the stage to be used with our fiber launch systems product line. The NR360SP9 Threaded Adapter Plate has 17 1/4"-20 or M6 mounting holes and four #8 or M4 counterbored fixing holes and provides numerous options for attaching devices. See below for more details.
Joystick Option
An optional 2-axis joystick console (MJC001) is also available for remote positioning applications. See the presentation below for more details. Please note that in order to control two stages simultaneously, a BBD302 two-axis controller required.
Item # | DDR100(/M) |
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Travel Range | 360° Continuous |
Velocity (Max) | 180 rpm (3 Hz) |
Acceleration (Max)a | 7200°/s2 at 0.5 kg (1.1 lbs) Load 1800°/s2 at 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs) Load |
Bidirectional Repeatability | 60 µrad |
Backlashb | N/A |
Encoder Resolution | 2.0 µrad (0.0001°) |
Min Achievable Incremental Movement | 70 µrad |
Recommended Loadc | 2 kg (4.4 lbs) |
Horizontal Load Capacity (Max)c | 5.0 kg |
Vertical Load Capacity (Max)c | 2.0 kg (Mounted Centrally) |
Absolute On-Axis Accuracy | 250 µrad |
Max Burst Torque (1 Sec) |
0.7 N•m |
Continuous Torque | 0.5 N•m |
Settling Time | 200 ms Typical |
Velocity Stability | 0.5% |
Max Wobble (Axial) | 60 µrad |
Limit Switches | None |
Central Aperture | SM1 Threaded (1.035"-40) |
Adapter Plate Mounting Holes | 4-40 (8 places) |
Operating Temperature Ranged | 5 to 40 °C (41 to 104 °F) |
Motor Type | Brushless DC Rotary Motor |
Cable Length | 3 m (9.8') |
Dimensions | 115 mm x 115 mm x 40 mm (4.53" x 4.53" x 1.58") |
Weight (Excluding Cables) |
2 kg (4.4 lbs) |
Item # | BBD301 | BBD302 | BBD303 |
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Number of Channels | 1 | 2 | 3 |
Drive Connector | 8 Pin DIN, Round, Female | ||
Feedback Connector | 15-Pin D-Type, Female | ||
Brushless Continuous Output | 2.5 A per Channel, 5.2 A Max All-Channel Total Output | ||
Brushless Peak Output | 4.0 A per Channel, 5.2 A Max All-Channel Total Output | ||
PWM Frequency | 40 kHz | ||
Operating Modes | Position and Velocity | ||
Control Algorithm | 16-Bit Digital PID Servo Loop with Velocity and Acceleration Feed Forward | ||
Velocity Profile | Trapezoidal/S-Curve | ||
Position Count | 32 Bit | ||
Position Feedback | Incremental Encoder | ||
Encoder Bandwidth | 2.5 MHz (10 M Counts/sec) | ||
Encoder Supply | 5 V | ||
AUX Control Connector | 37-Pin D-Type Female (User Digital IO, 5 V O/P) | ||
Front Panel Display | 4.3" Full-Color LCD, 480 x 272 Pixels | ||
Input Power Requirements |
250 VA Voltage: 100 to 240 VAC Frequency: 47 to 63 Hz Fuse: 3.15 A |
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Dimensions (W x D x H) |
(7.87" x 9.02" x 4.28") |
(9.84" x 10.99" x 4.28") |
(13.78" x 10.99" x 4.28") |
Mass (Weight) | 1.20 kg (2.65 lbs) | 1.70 kg (3.75 lbs) | 2.20 kg (4.85 lbs) |
DDR100(/M) Stage Pin Out Descriptions
The flying leads are terminated in a male 15-pin D-Type and male 8-pin round DIN connector. Pin details are given below.
Feedback Connector
Motor Drive Connector
Pin | Description | Pin | Description |
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1 | Not Used | 9 | Ground |
2 | Ground | 10 | Limit Switch + |
3 | Not Used | 11 | Limit Switch - |
4 | Enconder Index - | 12 | Encoder Index + |
5 | Encoder Phase B - | 13 | Encoder Phase B + |
6 | Encoder Phase A - | 14 | Encoder Phase A + |
7a | 5 V | 15 | Not Used |
8a | 5 V |
Pin | Description |
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1 | Motor Phase V |
2 | Ground |
3 | Thermistor (Not Used) |
4 | Motor Phase U |
5 | Stage ID |
6 | Ground |
7 | Motor Phase W |
8 | Enable |
BBD301, BBD302, and BBD303 Controller Pin Out Descriptions
MOTOR DRIVE
Female DIN Connector
Pin | Description | Pin | Description |
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1 | Motor Phase V | 5 | Stage ID |
2 | GND | 6 | GND |
3 | Temp. Sensor (Not Used) | 7 | Motor Phase W |
4 | Motor Phase U | 8 | Enable |
FEEDBACK
Female D-Type Connector
Pin | Description | Pin | Description |
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1 | Not Connected | 9 | GND |
2 | GND | 10 | Limit Switch + |
3 | Not Connected | 11 | Limit Switch - |
4 | Index - | 12 | Index + |
5 | QB - | 13 | QB + |
6 | QA - | 14 | QA + |
7a | 5 V | 15 | Not Connected |
8a | 5 V |
HANDSET
Female Mini DIN Connector
Pin | Description | Pin | Description |
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1 | RX (Controller Input) |
4 | Supply Voltage for Handset 5 V |
2 | Ground | 5 | TX (Controller Output) |
3 | Ground | 6 | Ground |
AUX I/O
Female D-Type Connector
Pin | Description | Pin | Description | Pin | Description | Pin | Description |
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1 | RS232 TX | 11 | User Digital O/P 11+ | 21 | +5 V | 31 | User Digital O/P 4+ |
2 | RS232 RX | 12 | User Digital O/P 10- | 22 | User Digital I/P 3 | 32 | User Digital O/P 4- |
3 | Ground | 13 | User Digital O/P 10+ | 23 | User Digital I/P 2 | 33 | User Digital O/P 5+ |
4 | Differential I/P 2+ | 14 | User Digital O/P 9- | 24 | User Digital I/P 1 | 34 | User Digital O/P 5- |
5 | Differential I/P 2- | 15 | User Digital O/P 9+ | 25 | User Digital I/P 0 | 35 | User Digital O/P 6+ |
6 | Differential I/P 1- | 16 | User Digital O/P 8- | 26 | User Digital O/P 0 | 36 | User Digital O/P 6- |
7 | Differential I/P 1+ | 17 | User Digital O/P 8+ | 27 | User Digital O/P 1 | 37 | Ground |
8 | User Digital O/P 12- | 18 | User Digital O/P 7- | 28 | User Digital O/P 2 | - | - |
9 | User Digital O/P 12+ | 19 | User Digital O/P 7+ | 29 | User Digital O/P 3 | ||
10 | User Digital O/P 11- | 20 | +5 V | 30 | Ground |
USB
Type B USB Female
I/O
Female BNC Connector
5 V TTL
Thorlabs offers two platforms to drive our wide range of motion controllers: our Kinesis® software package or the legacy APT™ (Advanced Positioning Technology) software package. Either package can be used to control devices in the Kinesis family, which covers a wide range of motion controllers ranging from small, low-powered, single-channel drivers (such as the K-Cubes™ and T-Cubes™) to high-power, multi-channel, modular 19" rack nanopositioning systems (the APT Rack System).
The Kinesis Software features .NET controls which can be used by 3rd party developers working in the latest C#, Visual Basic, LabVIEW™, or any .NET compatible languages to create custom applications. Low-level DLL libraries are included for applications not expected to use the .NET framework. A Central Sequence Manager supports integration and synchronization of all Thorlabs motion control hardware.

Kinesis GUI Screen

APT GUI Screen
Our legacy APT System Software platform offers ActiveX-based controls which can be used by 3rd party developers working on C#, Visual Basic, LabVIEW™, or any Active-X compatible languages to create custom applications and includes a simulator mode to assist in developing custom applications without requiring hardware.
By providing these common software platforms, Thorlabs has ensured that users can easily mix and match any of the Kinesis and APT controllers in a single application, while only having to learn a single set of software tools. In this way, it is perfectly feasible to combine any of the controllers from single-axis to multi-axis systems and control all from a single, PC-based unified software interface.
The software packages allow two methods of usage: graphical user interface (GUI) utilities for direct interaction with and control of the controllers 'out of the box', and a set of programming interfaces that allow custom-integrated positioning and alignment solutions to be easily programmed in the development language of choice.
A range of video tutorials is available to help explain our APT system software. These tutorials provide an overview of the software and the APT Config utility. Additionally, a tutorial video is available to explain how to select simulator mode within the software, which allows the user to experiment with the software without a controller connected. Please select the APT Tutorials tab above to view these videos.
Software
Kinesis Version 1.14.36
The Kinesis Software Package, which includes a GUI for control of Thorlabs' Kinesis and APT™ system controllers.
Also Available:
- Communications Protocol
Thorlabs' Kinesis® software features new .NET controls which can be used by third-party developers working in the latest C#, Visual Basic, LabVIEW™, or any .NET compatible languages to create custom applications.
C#
This programming language is designed to allow multiple programming paradigms, or languages, to be used, thus allowing for complex problems to be solved in an easy or efficient manner. It encompasses typing, imperative, declarative, functional, generic, object-oriented, and component-oriented programming. By providing functionality with this common software platform, Thorlabs has ensured that users can easily mix and match any of the Kinesis controllers in a single application, while only having to learn a single set of software tools. In this way, it is perfectly feasible to combine any of the controllers from the low-powered, single-axis to the high-powered, multi-axis systems and control all from a single, PC-based unified software interface.
The Kinesis System Software allows two methods of usage: graphical user interface (GUI) utilities for direct interaction and control of the controllers 'out of the box', and a set of programming interfaces that allow custom-integrated positioning and alignment solutions to be easily programmed in the development language of choice.
For a collection of example projects that can be compiled and run to demonstrate the different ways in which developers can build on the Kinesis motion control libraries, click on the links below. Please note that a separate integrated development environment (IDE) (e.g., Microsoft Visual Studio) will be required to execute the Quick Start examples. The C# example projects can be executed using the included .NET controls in the Kinesis software package (see the Kinesis Software tab for details).
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Click Here for the Kinesis with C# Quick Start Guide Click Here for C# Example Projects Click Here for Quick Start Device Control Examples |
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LabVIEW
LabVIEW can be used to communicate with any Kinesis- or APT-based controller via .NET controls. In LabVIEW, you build a user interface, known as a front panel, with a set of tools and objects and then add code using graphical representations of functions to control the front panel objects. The LabVIEW tutorial, provided below, provides some information on using the .NET controls to create control GUIs for Kinesis- and APT-driven devices within LabVIEW. It includes an overview with basic information about using controllers in LabVIEW and explains the setup procedure that needs to be completed before using a LabVIEW GUI to operate a device.
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Click Here to View the LabVIEW Guide Click Here to View the Kinesis with LabVIEW Overview Page |
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The APT video tutorials available here fall into two main groups - one group covers using the supplied APT utilities and the second group covers programming the APT System using a selection of different programming environments.
Disclaimer: The videos below were originally produced in Adobe Flash. Following the discontinuation of Flash after 2020, these tutorials were re-recorded for future use. The Flash Player controls still appear in the bottom of each video, but they are not functional.
Every APT controller is supplied with the utilities APTUser and APTConfig. APTUser provides a quick and easy way of interacting with the APT control hardware using intuitive graphical control panels. APTConfig is an 'off-line' utility that allows various system wide settings to be made such as pre-selecting mechanical stage types and associating them with specific motion controllers.
APT User Utility
The first video below gives an overview of using the APTUser Utility. The OptoDriver single channel controller products can be operated via their front panel controls in the absence of a control PC. The stored settings relating to the operation of these front panel controls can be changed using the APTUser utility. The second video illustrates this process.
APT Config Utility
There are various APT system-wide settings that can be made using the APT Config utility, including setting up a simulated hardware configuration and associating mechanical stages with specific motor drive channels. The first video presents a brief overview of the APT Config application. More details on creating a simulated hardware configuration and making stage associations are present in the next two videos.
APT Programming
The APT Software System is implemented as a collection of ActiveX Controls. ActiveX Controls are language-independant software modules that provide both a graphical user interface and a programming interface. There is an ActiveX Control type for each type of hardware unit, e.g. a Motor ActiveX Control covers operation with any type of APT motor controller (DC or stepper). Many Windows software development environments and languages directly support ActiveX Controls, and, once such a Control is embedded into a custom application, all of the functionality it contains is immediately available to the application for automated operation. The videos below illustrate the basics of using the APT ActiveX Controls with LabVIEW, Visual Basic, and Visual C++. Note that many other languages support ActiveX including LabWindows CVI, C++ Builder, VB.NET, C#.NET, Office VBA, Matlab, HPVEE etc. Although these environments are not covered specifically by the tutorial videos, many of the ideas shown will still be relevant to using these other languages.
Visual Basic
Part 1 illustrates how to get an APT ActiveX Control running within Visual Basic, and Part 2 goes on to show how to program a custom positioning sequence.
LabVIEW
Full Active support is provided by LabVIEW and the series of tutorial videos below illustrate the basic building blocks in creating a custom APT motion control sequence. We start by showing how to call up the Thorlabs-supplied online help during software development. Part 2 illustrates how to create an APT ActiveX Control. ActiveX Controls provide both Methods (i.e. Functions) and Properties (i.e. Value Settings). Parts 3 and 4 show how to create and wire up both the methods and properties exposed by an ActiveX Control. Finally, in Part 5, we pull everything together and show a completed LabVIEW example program that demonstrates a custom move sequence.
Part 1: Accessing Online Help
Part 2: Creating an ActiveX Control
Part 3: Create an ActiveX Method
Part 4: Create an ActiveX Property
Part 5: How to Start an ActiveX Control
The following tutorial videos illustrate alternative ways of creating Method and Property nodes:
Create an ActiveX Method (Alternative)
Create an ActiveX Property (Alternative)
Visual C++
Part 1 illustrates how to get an APT ActiveX Control running within Visual C++, and Part 2 goes on to show how to program a custom positioning sequence.
MATLAB
For assistance when using MATLAB and ActiveX controls with the Thorlabs APT positioners, click here.
To further assist programmers, a guide to programming the APT software in LabVIEW is also available here.
Posted Comments: | |
Klaus Bartl
 (posted 2021-10-29 07:32:33.13) Ist ist also possible to drive the DDR100 by the KBD101 Servo Controller? If yes, what's the max. burst torque when using the KBD101? cwright
 (posted 2021-11-04 11:09:04.0) Response from Charles at Thorlabs: Thank you for your query. The only controllers capable of driving the DDR100 are the BBD series. The KBD101 will not recognise the unit. Henrik Madsen
 (posted 2020-04-03 06:21:55.75) What is the max eccentricity of the stage in terms of µm? DJayasuriya
 (posted 2020-04-08 03:57:25.0) Response from Charles at Thorlabs: Thank you for your inquiry. We don't have a published spec for max eccentricity but we will get in touch with you directly to help with your application. user
 (posted 2019-12-16 07:12:50.777) Hi,
I have a Thorlabs DDR100/M Direct Drive Rotation Stage and a BBD202 controller. It is used at an angular velocity of 8degrees/second and every 12 months I want to make sure the angular velicity remains at this speed. How do I best calibrate the system? cwright
 (posted 2019-12-17 09:49:39.0) Response from Charles at Thorlabs: Hello Daniel, the stage includes a high resolution encoder and should not require calibration. The correct speed should be maintained unless there is a fault with the stage/controller. I will reach out to you directly to discuss your concerns. benjamin.judkewitz
 (posted 2017-12-30 20:53:31.697) Can you please let me know what the maximum small-angle rotation frequency is? For example, we would like to rotate +/-5 deg at up to 100 Hz sinusoidal rotation angle. rmiron
 (posted 2018-01-04 09:15:08.0) Response from Radu at Thorlabs: According to the specifications we posted on the website, the maximum frequency for sinusoidal rotation over that angular range is 6Hz for a 500g load and 3Hz for a 2kg load. A lesser weight would allow for a higher frequency, but without additional test data, it is difficult to say what the absolute maximum frequency would be. I will contact you directly in order to check whether we have any stage that can address your requirements. |
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 | |||||||
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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 |
Rotation Mounts for Ø1" Optics | ||||||||
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Item # | RSP1(/M) | LRM1 | RSP1D(/M) | DLM1(/M) | CLR1(/M) | RSP1X15(/M) | RSP1X225(/M) | PRM1(/M)a |
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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 |
Rotation Mounts for Ø1" Optics | ||||||
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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 |
Rotation Mounts for Ø2" Optics | |||||||
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Item # | RSP2(/M) | RSP2D(/M) | PRM2(/M) | LM2-A & LM2-B(/M) |
LCRM2(/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 |
Manual Rotation Stages
Manual Rotation Stages | ||||||
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Item # | RP005(/M) | PR005(/M) | MSRP01(/M) | RP01(/M) | RP03(/M) | QRP02(/M) |
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Features | Standard | Two Hard Stops | ||||
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Manual Rotation Stages | ||||||
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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 |
Motorized Rotation Mounts and Stages
Motorized Rotation Mounts and Stages with Central Clear Apertures | ||||
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Item # | DDR25(/M) | PDR1C(/M) | PDR1(/M) | PDR1V(/M) |
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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 |
Additional Details |
Motorized Rotation Mounts and Stages with Central Clear Apertures | |||||
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Item # | K10CR1(/M) | PRM1Z8(/M)a | DDR100(/M) | ELL14 | HDR50(/M) |
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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 |
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Motorized Rotation Mounts and Stages with Tapped Platforms | ||
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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 |
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Characterized by high-speed rotation and high-positional accuracy, the DDR100 stage is well-suited for applications where there is a need to rotate components at high speed within a cage or other system such as scanning, surface mapping and laser welding. Very precise, fine positioning and control is easily achieved through a combination of the stable closed-loop control system and a BBD series controller with associated MJC001 joystick option (available below).
The DDR100 arrives with a top plate. Once installed via the included 4-40 cap screws, the top plate will block the SM1-threaded hole in the rotation stage. However, the plate itself has eight 4-40 taps for securing optomechanical setups.

- Adapter Plates for Mount Accessories
- Options Available with Keyway or Taps
- NR360SP9(/M): Seventeen 1/4"-20 (M6) Taps for Optomechanical Accessories
- NR360SP4(/M): 3 mm Keyway for Flexure Stage Accessories
- Includes 8-32 (M4) Cap Screws for Mounting onto the DDR100(/M) Stage
The NR360SP9(/M) Tapped Adapter Plate and NR360SP4(/M) Grooved Adapter Plate are designed to expand the functionality of the DDR100(/M) Rotation Stage. The NR360SP9 provides seventeen 1/4"-20 (M6) mounting holes for securing optomechanical setups. The NR360SP4 features a 3 mm wide keyway convenient for fiber launch applications and other Flexure Stage Accessories. Both adapters feature four #8 (M4) counterbores for attachment to the DDR100(/M) stage.

We recommend using our BBD Series Brushless DC Servo Motor Controllers with the DDR100(/M), selecting the controller with the required number of channels. If using a standalone DDR100(/M), the BBD301 can be used; if also using a MJC001 joystick, the BBD302 is recommended. The BBD303 3-Channel Controller can be used for applications requiring additional accessories.
With a user-configurable, S-curve acceleration/deceleration profile that enables fast, smooth positioning without vibration or shock, these controllers are ideal for motion control applications demanding operation at high speeds (hundreds of mm/s) and high encoder resolution. Incorporating the latest digital and analog techniques as well as high-bandwidth, high-power servo control circuitry, each BBD series controller is designed to drive brushless DC servo motor products with continuous output currents of up to 2.5 A (Item # BBD301) or 5.2 A (Item #s BBD302 and BBD303).
These DC servo controllers support Thorlabs' Kinesis® and APT control and programming interfaces, enabling easy integration into automated motion control applications. For greater flexibility, both a USB and RS232 computer interface is provided, and automated PC control of the stage is supported with the supplied software development kit (SDK). The fully documented SDK supports all major development languages running on Windows and comes in the form of ActiveX libraries or a conventional dynamic link library (DLL).
USB connectivity provides easy plug-and-play PC operation. Multiple units can be connected to a single PC via standard USB hub technology for multi-axis motion control applications. Combining this feature with our user-friendly software allows the user to program and carry out complex move sequences in a short space of time. For more information, please see the full Brushless DC Servo Motor Controller presentation.

- Speed Adjustment for Fast or High Precision Moves
- Speed Dial for Sensitivity Adjustment
- Ergonomic Design
- High-Quality Machined Anodized Aluminum Casing
- High-Reliability Hall Effect Joystick
The MJC001 Joystick Console has been designed to provide intuitive, tactile, manual positioning of the DDR100 and other rotation stages. The console features a two-axis joystick for bidirectional control. In most applications, the default parameter settings saved within the controller allow the joystick to be used out-of-the-box, with no need for further setup, thereby negating the requirement to be connected to a host PC and allowing true remote operation.
The MJC001 is compatible with our Benchtop Brushless Controllers, Rack-Mounted Brushless Controller, and Stepper Motor Controllers. The joystick is shipped complete with cables for use with these controllers. If you intend to use the joystick with a legacy BBD10x series unit, please contact Tech Support for a compatible cable.