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- Page 1 Tables and Associated Antivibration Equipment SMALL TABLE SUPPORT SYSTEM AND ACCESSORIES Model Series PFR, PFP, PFH and PFA...
- Page 2 We offer customers an in-depth understanding of optical component manufacture, allowing us to quickly and confidently develop optimal positioning solutions. As a part of Thorlabs inc., manufacturers of innovative photonics products, we are committed to providing the service, relationships and attention to detail that make businesses excel.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
High Level Shelf ........................... 24 Component Parts ......................... 24 High Level Shelf – Installation and Adjustment ................24 Casters ..............................24 Component Parts ......................... 26 Casters – Installation and Adjustment ..................26 PARTS AND CONSUMABLES ................27 Parts List .............................. 27 THORLABS... - Page 4 Intentionally Blank...
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Page 5: Introduction
+44 (0) 1353 654440 and ask for Customer Service. Alternatively, visit our website at www.thorlabs.com. 1.2 Handbook Structure Chapter 1, Introduction, gives an overview of the handbook structure and draws attention to the importance of the safety information. - Page 6 Intentionally Blank...
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Page 7: For Your Safety
Before attempting to assemble/fit any accessories or modify the workstation layout, refer to Section 4 – ‘Considerations For Ergonomic Layout’, together with the sections which relate to those particular accessories. • Ensure that proper airflow is maintained to any electrical equipment installed on the workstation. • The workstation is designed only for indoor use. THORLABS... - Page 8 Intentionally Blank...
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Page 9: Getting Started
Various accessories can be added (e.g. shelves, arm supports etc.) to customize the workstation as required – see Fig. 3.1 for a typical layout and Fig. 3.2 for the complete range available. Fig. 3.1 Typical layout THORLABS... -
Page 10: Accessories
Getting Started 3.2 Accessories Thorlabs provide a range of accessories to assist in the mounting of ancillary components – see Fig. 3.2 Part numbers and sizes are detailed in Chapter 7. tie bars and casters high level shelf arm rest sliding shelf Fig. -
Page 11: Basic Installation
2) Install the frame in the location in which it is to be used. 3) Adjust the feet until the castors are clear of the ground and the frame is level – see Fig. 4.1. Use a suitable levelling device as necessary. Fig. 4.1 Levelling the frame THORLABS... -
Page 12: Installing The Anti-Vibration Mounts And Breadboard
Basic Installation 4.2 Installing the Anti-vibration Mounts and Breadboard 4.2.1 Rigid Mounts 1) Ensure the frame is correctly sited and level – see Section 4.1. Warning. During item (2): • Breadboards should be manipulated only using appropriate lifting equipment. • Breadboards should be lifted only in an unpopulated condition. -
Page 13: Passive Mounts
The space between the edge of the breadboard and the frame is very small. When lowering the breadboard into position, take care not to trap fingers or clothing. 3) Using a suitable device, lift the breadboard/table top into position. THORLABS... - Page 14 Basic Installation 4) Connect the foot pump to the mount on one of the legs and inflate to about 40 p.s.i. – see Fig. 4.4. 5) Inflate the leg diagonally opposite to 40 p.s.i. 6) Repeat steps 4) and 5) for the two remaining legs. 7) Populate the breadboard.
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Page 15: Active System
A Fig. 4.6 Air supply connections Fig. 4.7 T piece connections 3) Attach the four location bosses to the underside of the breadboard or table. 4) Remove the keepers from the three height adjusters – see Fig. 4.8. THORLABS... - Page 16 Basic Installation keeper height adjuster raise lower Note. Only three isolators are fitted with height adjusters, isolator A is supplied with air from isolator D – see Fig. 4.6. Fig. 4.8 Self levelling valve mechanism Warning. During item (5): • Breadboards should be manipulated only using appropriate lifting equipment.
- Page 17 If the correction is very slow, or the table ‘hunts’ about its mean position, open the needle valve to increase the supply pressure. 18) Populate the breadboard. table 9 mm Fig. 4.10 Levelling the system THORLABS...
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Page 19: Considerations For Ergonomic Layout
The user should be supplied with a chair providing good body support, and adjustable height and posture. An inclined foot support is recommended, where necessary, to aid user comfort. This should be adequately adjustable in height and inclination to provide good support for the feet and legs. THORLABS... - Page 20 Considerations For Ergonomic Layout Once the user is seated, their seating height and footrest (if used) should be adjusted so the interface with the workstation is comfortable – See Fig. 5.1 for guidance on preferred workspaces. Note. For simplicity, only one body size is shown and adaptations for other body sizes will be necessary. It is advisable to leave legroom, which is free from obstructions/ bump hazards, under the desk.
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Page 21: Accessories
6) Set the vertical supports to the required height and tighten the outer nuts (item 3) against the clamp plates, ensuring that each support is vertical (parallel to the side of the leg). 7) Tighten the lock nuts (item 6) against the face of the leg. Fig. 6.1 Fitting kit THORLABS... -
Page 22: Arm Rest
Accessories 6.3 Arm Rest The arm rest is to be fitted to the front rail of the workstation. 6.3.1 Component Parts • 2 L-shaped brackets • 2 Nutplates • 4 M6 screws • 2 Large nutplates • 2 Handwheels • 2 Vertical supports and fixing kit 6.3.2 Arm Rest –... -
Page 23: Sliding Shelf
15) Fit the shelf or shelves to the angle brackets. 16) If an arm rest is to be fitted in addition to a sliding shelf, discard the two plugs for the front vertical supports and fit the arm rest as described in Section 6.3. THORLABS... - Page 24 Accessories Fig. 6.3 Fitting the sliding shelf...
- Page 25 Small Table Support System Fig. 6.4 Fittting a sliding shelf and a high level shelf THORLABS...
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Page 26: High Level Shelf
Accessories 6.5 High Level Shelf The high level shelf can be fitted at the rear of a Workstation, at the side, or at the rear and the side as shown in Fig. 6.5. Any of these arrangements can be combined with the Sliding Shelf and/or Armrest. 6.5.1 Component Parts •... - Page 27 Small Table Support System Fig. 6.5 Fitting the high level shelf THORLABS...
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Page 28: Casters
Accessories 6.6 Casters If specified at the time of ordering, the system is supplied with casters already fitted. This section is applicable only if casters are ordered as an optional accessory at a later date. 6.6.1 Component Parts • 2 replacement tie bars complete with casters 6.6.2 Casters –... -
Page 29: Parts And Consumables
PWA 051 PWA 052 PWA 053 (rear mounted) High level shelf PWA 050 PWA 050 PWA 050 PWA 051 PWA 051 PWA 051 (side mounted) Casters (Qty 4) PWA 061 PWA 061 PWA 061 PWA 061 PWA 061 PWA 061 THORLABS... - Page 30 Parts and Consumables...
- Page 31 Products and Customer Support A Comprehensive Product Range Technical Support Optical Components, Thorlabs provides a comprehensive after sales service. Contact us through your local representative, or at the Singlets, Doublets and Triplets; Cylindrical Optics, address below: Mirrors, Prisms and Retroreflectors, Beamsplitters, Polarization Components, Filters, High Energy Laser Optics, Diode Laser Optics, UV Optics, Machine Vision.
- Page 32 THORLABS © Thorlabs 2004 Printed in UK (0304) Thorlabs Ltd. Saint Thomas Place Cambridgeshire CB7 4EX, UK Tel: +44 (0) 1353 654440 Fax: +44 (0) 1353 654444 ha 0108T Issue 1...
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