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- Page 1 NR360S Motorized 360° Rotation Stage User Guide Original Instructions HA0040T...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
NR360S Motorized 360° Rotation Stage Contents Chaper 1 Overview .....................1 1.1 Description ..................1 1.2 Accessories ..................2 Chaper 2 Safety ......................3 2.1 Safety Information ................3 2.2 General Warnings and Cautions ............3 Chaper 3 Operation .....................4 3.1 Using the Nanorotator ................4 3.1.1 Background ..................... 4 Selecting the Stage Type ..............4... -
Page 3: Chaper 1 Overview
Chapter 1 Overview Chapter 1 Overview 1.1 Description The NanoRotator NR series rotation stage provides arc-second resolution when driven from a microstepping stepper motor controller. The low profile design, measuring just 55mm high, is made possible by the use of two compact precision bearings. -
Page 4: Accessories
The stage can also be mounted onto one of our NST or TravelMax long travel stages. NR360SP1 - Table Mounting Plate: This adapter plate is used to mount the NR360S rotation stage to a large flat surface such as an optical table. The 10mm thickness provides clearance for the stepper motor body which extends below the bottom surface of the stage, and ensures that the stage sits flat on the mounting surface. -
Page 5: Chaper 2 Safety
Chapter 2 Safety 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. The following safety symbols may be used throughout the handbook and on the equipment itself. -
Page 6: Chaper 3 Operation
NR360S Motorized 360° Rotation Stage Chapter 3 Operation 3.1 Using the Nanorotator 3.1.1 Background The hybrid stepper motor used in the actuator, with its rotor that consists of 50 individual magnetic teeth, is ideally suited for micro-stepping applications. Aside from... - Page 7 3) Shut down all applications using the APT server (e.g. APT User or your own custom application). 4) Run the APT Config utility - Start/All Programs/Thorlabs/APT Config/APT Config. 5) From the 'APT Configuration Utility' window, click the 'Stage' tab. Fig. 3.1 APT Configuration Utility - Stage Tab 6) In the ‘Motor’...
- Page 8 Using Kinesis Software 1) Ensure that the device is connected to the PC and powered up. 2) Run the Kinesis software - Start/All Programs/Thorlabs/Kinesis/Kinesis. 3) On start-up, the 'Actuator/Startup Settings ' window is displayed This window allows the correct actuator to be selected.
- Page 9 Chapter 3 Operation 4) Select your actuator type (e.g. HS NR360S/M). 5) Click OK. 6) The server reads in the stage and controller information automatically. refer to the handbook for the associated controller for more information on driving the actuator/stage.
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Page 10: Chaper 4 Installation
NR360S Motorized 360° Rotation Stage Chapter 4 Installation 4.1 Unpacking Caution Once removed from its packaging, the NanoRotator is easily damaged by mishandling. The unit should only be handled by its base, not by the top platform or any attachments to the top platform. -
Page 11: Attaching To A Work Surface
Chapter 4 Installation 4.4 Attaching to a Work Surface Several mounting plates are available which allow the stage to be fixed to an optical table in either horizontal or vertical configurations. The adapter plates allow device holders to be fitted to the rotating platform. The stage can also be mounted onto one of our NRT or LNR series long travel stages. -
Page 12: Dimensions
NR360S Motorized 360° Rotation Stage 4.6 Dimensions 4.6.1 Table Mounting Plate all dimensions in millimetres (inches) 114.0 (4.49) 10.0 (0.39) 101.0 (3.98) 6.5 (0.26) 4 HOLES 8.0 (0.32) THROUGH Fig. 4.1 Table mounting plate dimensions 4.6.2 LNR or NRT Stage Mounting Plate all dimensions in millimtres (inches) 4 HOLES Ø7.50 (0.3) THROUGH AND... -
Page 13: Vertical Mounting Bracket
Chapter 4 Installation 4.6.3 Vertical Mounting bracket all dimensions in millimetres (inches) 112.0 (4.41) 50.5 (1.99) Ø68.0 (2.68) APERTURE › 92.0 (3.62) 4 HOLES M6 (1/4"-20 UNC) THROUGH 7 HOLES Ø7.00 (0.28) THROUGH C/BORED Ø11.0 (0.43) X 6.5 (0.26) DEEP IN TOP FACE Fig. -
Page 14: Grooved Carriage Plate
NR360S Motorized 360° Rotation Stage 4.6.4 Grooved Carriage Plate all dimensions in millimetres (inches) › MOUNTING HOLES TO NANO ROTATOR GROOVE 3.0+0.05 WIDE X 1.70 DEEP (0.12 +0.002 WIDE X 0.07 DEEP) 14 HOLES M3 (6-32 UNC) THROUGH 13.25 (0.52) 13.25 (0.52) -
Page 15: Chaper 5 Specification
Chapter 5 Specification Chapter 5 Specification Parameter Value General Specifications Construction Aluminum Body and Platform with Black Finish Travel 360° Continuous Rotation On Axis Load Capacity* 110 lbs (50 kg) Drive Mechanism Worm Drive Gear Ratio 66:1 Limit Switches Mechanical, Normally Open Reference Signal Every 360°... -
Page 16: Chaper 6 Regulatory
NR360S Motorized 360° Rotation Stage Chapter 6 Regulatory 6.1 Declarations Of Conformity 6.1.1 For Customers in Europe See Section 6.2. 6.1.2 For Customers In The USA This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, persuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. -
Page 17: Ce Certificate
Chapter 6 Regulatory 6.2 CE Certificate Page 15 Rev 11 Oct 2018... -
Page 18: Chaper 7 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts
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 19 Chapter 7 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts Rev 11 Oct 2018 Page 17...
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