The M-MVN50 Precision Ball Bearing Vertical Linear Stage provides precise 8 mm manual height control with micron-scale sensitivity. Its high load capacity makes it especially suited to vertical positioning of heavy payloads. The stage utilizes an inclined plane design consisting of two precision-machined, opposing wedge blocks. Horizontal translation of the lower wedge is transformed into vertical motion of the upper wedge by means of inclined ball races. For linear, backlash-free travel, ball races are fabricated from precision-ground tool steel and are pre-loaded by a spring. A rotation of one division on the micrometer scale corresponds to a vertical displacement of 5 µm. Actual manual positioning sensitivity is about 1 µm using a standard micrometer. This stage has a large mounting platform that incorporates an array of tapped metric mounting holes for the convenient attachment of components.
| Model | M-MVN50 |
|---|---|
| Type | Vertical Stage |
| Load Capacity | 14 lb (60 N) |
| Travel, Z | 0.31 in. (8 mm) |
| Minimum Height | 2.05 in. (52.1 mm) |
| Platform Size | 1.97 x 1.97 in. (50 x 50 mm) |
| Thread Type | M3 and M6 |
| Drive Location | Center drive |
| Bearings | Ball Bearings |
| Material | Steel |
| Base Material | Alloy Steel |
| Axes of Travel | Z |
| Weight | 1.8 lb (0.8 kg) |
