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- Page 1 LNR502(/M) Linear Long-Travel Translation Stage with Stepper Motor Actuator User Guide Original Instructions HA0404T...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
LNR502 Long Travel, Linear Stage with Stepper Motor Actuator Contents Chapter 1 Overview ..........................1 1.1 Linear Long-Travel Translation Stage ................1 Chapter 2 Safety ............................ 2 2.1 Safety Information ......................2 2.2 General Warnings ......................2 Chapter 3 Operation .......................... -
Page 3: Chapter 1 Overview
Chapter 1 Overview Linear Long-Travel Translation Stage The LNR502 single-axis linear long travel stage has been designed to integrate seamlessly into the Thorlabs modular electronic or benchtop positioning systems. The unique combination of long-travel actuators and high-precision piezoelectric elements provides solutions to applications such as manipulation, alignment and assembly of photonics products, and microscope examination of large samples. -
Page 4: Chapter 2 Safety
LNR502 Long Travel, Linear Stage with Stepper Motor Actuator Chapter 2 Safety 2.1 Safety Information For the continuing safety of the operators of this equipment, and the protection of the equipment itself, the operator should take note of the Warnings, Cautions and Notes throughout this handbook and, where visible, on the product itself. -
Page 5: Chapter 3 Operation
3) Ensure that the device is connected to the PC and powered up. 4) Run the Kinesis software - Start/All Programs/Thorlabs/Kinesis/Kinesis. 5) On start-up, the 'Actuator/Startup Settings’ window is displayed. This window allows the correct actuator to be selected. -
Page 6: Maintenance
LNR502 Long Travel, Linear Stage with Stepper Motor Actuator 6) Click the arrow to the right of the window, and select your actuator type (e.g. DRV250 for the LNR205 stages) from the list displayed. Fig. 3.2 Select Actuator Stage Settings Window - 2 7) Click OK. -
Page 7: Pin Assignments
Fig. 3.3 Output Connector 3.4 Extension Cables The motor is supplied with a 0.5 m flying lead and a 3 m (PAA613) extension cable. Additional extension cables are available separately - see www.thorlabs.com for more details. Rev A Apr 2020 Page 5... -
Page 8: Chapter 4 Installation
4.3.1 General The LNR502 series stages are mounted to the work surface as shown in Fig. 4.1 using a base plate. For additional versatility, an angle bracket is available for use in vertical mounting configurations - see Section 4.3.4. When mounting the stage close to other equipment, ensure that the travel of the moving platform is not obstructed. - Page 9 Chapter 4 Installation 4.3.2 Mounting to the Work Surface The stage is shipped secured to the base plate with 3/16" hex, 1/4"-20 (imperial version) or 5 mm hex, M6 (metric version) cap screws. Skip steps 1 through 4 if starting with the base plate already attached. Referring to Fig.
- Page 10 LNR502 Long Travel, Linear Stage with Stepper Motor Actuator 4.3.3 Building an XY Configuration Bolt the X-axis stage to the work surface as detailed in Section 4.3.2. then, referring to Fig. 4.2, proceed as follows: 1) Fit the dowels supplied to the moving platform of the lower stage.
- Page 11 Chapter 4 Installation 4) Fit the dowels supplied to the top surface of the spacer plate. 5) Fit the Y-axis stage into place ensuring that the dowels in the spacer plate locate correctly in the holes in the lower surface of the stage.
- Page 12 LNR502 Long Travel, Linear Stage with Stepper Motor Actuator 4.3.4 Building an XYZ Configuration Assemble an XY configuration as detailed in Section 4.3.3. then, referring to Fig. 4.4 and Fig. 4.5, proceed as follows: 1) Fit the dowels supplied into the moving platform on the upper stage of the XY assembly.
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Page 13: Fitting And Removal Of Drives
Chapter 4 Installation 6) Fit two bolts (M6 x 12 mm or 1/4"-20 x 1/2", not supplied) through the holes in the top plate and screw into the rear face of the angle bracket. Caution Use only bolts of the stated length. Longer bolts will protrude into the stage and damage the internal mechanism. Fig. -
Page 14: Reconfiguring The Actuator Position
LNR502 Long Travel, Linear Stage with Stepper Motor Actuator 4.5 Reconfiguring the Actuator Position The stage is shipped with the drives configured for a right handed configuration, however they can be repositioned for left handed use. This is achieved by swapping the position of the actuator clamp and the push block as follows: Referring to Fig. -
Page 15: Mounting Equipment To The Stage
Do not apply excessive forces to the moving platform. Thorlabs manufactures a variety of fiber chucks, holders, and fixtures to fit the linear stage. All of these accessories are mounted to the stage via a top platform, see Fig. 4.9. -
Page 16: Chapter 5 Specifications
LNR502 Long Travel, Linear Stage with Stepper Motor Actuator Chapter 5 Specifications 5.1 Specifications Item # LNR502(/M) Translation Travel Range 50 mm (1.97") Bidirectional Repeatability ±3.9 µm Unidirectional Repeatability ±1.6 µm Backlash <6 µm Min Achievable Incremental Movement 0.05 µm Min Repeatable Incremental Movement 1 µm... -
Page 17: Chapter 6 Maintenance
The equipment contains no user serviceable parts. There is a risk of severe electrical shock if the equipment is operated with the covers removed. Only personnel authorized by Thorlabs Ltd and trained in the maintenance of this equipment should attempt any repairs or adjustments. -
Page 18: Chapter 7 Regulatory
LNR502 Long Travel, Linear Stage with Stepper Motor Actuator Chapter 7 Regulatory 7.1 Declarations Of Conformity 7.1.1 For Customers in Europe Page 16 ETN053043-D02... -
Page 19: Chapter 8 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts
Contact Thorlabs for more information. Waste treatment is your own responsibility. "End of life" units must be returned to Thorlabs or handed to a company specializing in waste recovery. Do not dispose of the unit in a litter bin or at a public waste disposal site. - Page 20 www.thorlabs.com...
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