Motorized Tilt and Rotation Stage with Integrated Controller


  • ±3° Tilt and 360° Continuous Rotation
  • Bidirectional Accuracy at ±0.05°
  • Integrated DC Servo Motors and Controller

MTRS

Motorized Tilt and Rotation Stage

AP180 Articulating Platform Mounted on MTRS Stage

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Key Specificationsa
Stage Specifications Tilt Rotation
Travel ±3° 360° (Continuous)
Maximum Velocity 0.5 °/s 1.5 °/s
Maximum Acceleration 0.5 °/s2 1.5 °/s2
Bidirectional Repeatability 0.05° ±0.05°
Min Incremental Movement ±0.005° ±0.005°
Bidirectional Accuracy ±0.05° ±0.05°
Horizontal Load Capacity 5.0 kg (11.02 lbs)
Vertical Load Capacity 2.0 kg (4.41 lbs)
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Figure 1.1  Rotation and Tilt Motion Illustration

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Figure 1.3  MTRS/M Mounting Features

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Figure 1.2  MTRS Mounting Features

Features

  • ±3° Tilt and 360° Continuous Rotation
  • 5 kg Horizontal Load Capacity (Approximate)
  • 5 V TTL Input and Output Trigger Ports
  • USB-C Connectivity for Plug and Play PC-Controlled Operation
  • Multiple Units Can be Connected to PC for Multi-Axis Applications

The MTRS(/M) Motorized Tilt and Rotation Stage features two DC servo motors and an integrated DC controller. The controller includes a USB-C port that can be connected to a PC. Coupling this with the user-friendly Kinesis software allows plug and play operation, with advanced custom motion control applications and sequences also possible using the extensive programming environment supplied. This programming library is compatible with many development tools such as LabVIEW, Visual Basic, Visual C++, C++ Builder, LabWindows/CVI, MATLAB, and Delphi.

With a 115 mm x 115 mm footprint and an array of tapped holes (Figures 1.2 and 1.3), the MTRS(/M) stage is compatible with Thorlabs' ORIC® Piezo Inertia Rotation and Translation (5 mm and 20 mm) Stages, the KVS30 Motorized Vertical Translation Stage, or the M30XY Motorized XY Translation Stage, as well as general optomechanical components. By combining stages, up to 5-axis adjustment can be achieved. To change the nominal starting angle from 0°, adapters such as the AP30 angled mounting plate or the AP180 adjustable angle mounting plate can be secured to the platform. For applications that might require long linear travel + rotation and tilt control, the MTRS(/M) can also be mounted on the DDS300(/M) or DDS600(/M) direct drive stages, among others.

Engravings at 1° intervals provide a visual reference for the rotation and tilt of the stage. There is also an engraved line on the side of the moving platform to mark the axis about which the platform rotates when tilt adjustments are made.

With both rotation and tilt control (Figure 1.1), the MTRS(/M) stage is useful for applications such as imaging surface imperfections. The stage is also suitable for use with laser sources, fiber optics, and other multi-axis stages.

These stages are compatible with our Kinesis software package, which can be downloaded here. Please see the Kinesis Software tab for more information. Each stage includes a 79" (2 m) USB A to USB C cable for remote connections, two 72" (1.8 m) MMCX-to-BNC input and output trigger cables, and a 15 V, 2.4 A power supply. CA3439 MMCX to SMA cables are available separately.

Item # MTRS(/M)
Stage Specifications Tilt Rotation
Travel ±3° 360° (Continuous)
Maximum Velocity 0.5 °/s 1.5 °/s
Maximum Acceleration 0.5 °/s2 1.5 °/s2
Bidirectional Repeatability 0.05° ±0.05°
Min Incremental Movement ±0.005° ±0.005°
Bidirectional Accuracy ±0.05° ±0.05°
Backlash ±0.05° ±0.05°
Axis Wobble ±0.01°
Load Capacity
Horizontal Load 5.0 kg (11.02 lbs)
Vertical Load 2.0 kg (4.41 lbs)
Input Power Requirements
Voltage 15 V Regulated DC
Current 500 mA (Peak)
General Data
Motor Type 2 x DC Servo Motors
Dimensions (W x D x H) at 0° of Tilt
115 mm x 115 mm x 57.1 mm
(4.53" x 4.53" x 2.25")
Mass (Without Cables) 1.47 kg (3.24 lbs)

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Figure 3.1  MTRS Front Panel
Table 3.2  MTRS(/M) Front Panel
Callout Description
1 Power Switch
2 Power Supply Connector
3 Status LED
4 USB Type-C Connectora
5 Output Connector, MMCX Socket, 5 V TTLb
6 Input Connector, MMCX Socket, 5 V TTLb
  • Stage Includes Type-C USB Cable, 2 m Long
  • Stage Includes Two MMCX-to-BNC Cables, 72" (1.8 m) Long; CA3439 MMCX-to-SMA Cables Available Separately

MTRS(/M) Shipping List

  • Motorized Tilt and Rotation Stage
  • Power Supply, 15 V, 2.4 A (Item # KPS201)
  • Two MMCX Male to BNC Cables, 72" (1.8 m) Long (Item # CA3272)
  • USB A 3.1 to USB C Cable (5 Gb/s), 2 m Long

Software

Kinesis Version 1.14.58

The Kinesis Software Package, which includes a GUI for control of Thorlabs' Kinesis system controllers.

Also Available:

  • Firmware Update Utilities
  • Communications Protocol
Software Download
Kinesis Software
Figure 58A  Kinesis GUI Screen

Thorlabs offers the Kinesis software package to drive our wide range of motion controllers. The software can be used to control devices in the Kinesis family, which covers a wide variety of motion controllers ranging from small, low-powered, single-channel drivers (such as the K-Cubes®) to high-power, multi-channel benchtop units and modular 19" rack nanopositioning systems (the MMR60x 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 and APIs are included with each install. A Central Sequence Manager supports integration and synchronization of all Thorlabs motion control hardware.

By providing this common software platform, Thorlabs has ensured that users can mix and match any of our motion control devices 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 package allows 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. 

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).

C Sharp Icon 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-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-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.

Labview Icon Click Here to View the LabVIEW Guide
Click Here to View the Kinesis with LabVIEW Overview Page
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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
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
  • This mount is available in the PRM05GL5 bundle, which includes the PRM05 rotation mount with the SM05PM5 polarizing prism mount.
  • The CT104 is complatible with the 1/4" translation stages using our MS103(/M) adapter plate.
  • The CT104 is compatible with the CT1B(/M) cage translation stage, which is designed for use with 30 mm cage systems.

Rotation Mounts for Ø1" Optics
Item # RSP1(/M) LRM1 RSP1D(/M) DLM1(/M) CLR1(/M) RSP1X15(/M) RSP1X225(/M) PRM1(/M)a
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LRM1
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
  • This mount is available in the PRM1GL10 bundle, which includes the PRM1 rotation mount with the SM1PM10 polarizing prism mount.

Rotation Mounts for Ø1" Optics
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
  • This mount also features four 4-40 (M3) holes on the rotation dial for use with the K6A1(/M) prism platform.

Rotation Mounts for Ø2" Optics
Item # RSP2(/M) RSP2D(/M) PRM2(/M) LM2-A &
LM2-B(/M)
LCRM2A(/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
Item # RP005(/M) PR005(/M) MSRP01(/M) RP01(/M) RP03(/M) QRP02(/M)
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Continuous Rotation Mount
Features Standard Two Hard Stops
Additional Details

Manual Rotation Stages
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
  • The stage profile is higher when it is mounted using the screw slots rather than stacked on another stage or accessory with mating dovetails.
  • The OCT-XYR1(/M) stage includes the XYR1A solid sample plate. This plate can be detached from the stage to reveal the same mounting features present on the XYR1(/M) stage.

Motorized Rotation Mounts and Stages

Motorized Rotation Mounts and Stages with Central Clear Apertures
Item # DDR25(/M) PDR1C(/M) PDR1(/M) PDR1V(/M) PDXR1(/M)
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DDR25 PDR1C PDR1 PDR1V PDXR1
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
Compatible with
SM05 Lens Tubes &
30 mm Cage System
Additional Details

Motorized Rotation Mounts and Stages with Central Clear Apertures
Item # K10CR1(/M) PRM1Z8(/M)a DDR100(/M) ELL16 ELL14 ELL21(/M) HDR50(/M)
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ELL16 ELL14 ELL21
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
SM05 Lens Tubes,
Open Frame Design for
OEM Applications
Compatible with
SM1 Lens Tubes,
Open Frame Design for
OEM Applications
Compatible with
SM2 Lens Tubes,
Open Frame Design for
OEM Applications
Compatible with
SM2 Lens Tubes
Additional Details
  • This stage is available in the KPRMTE(/M), which includes the PRMTZ8(/M) Motorized Rotation Stage with the KDC101 K-Cube® DC Servo Motor Controller.
Motorized Rotation Mounts and Stages with Tapped Platforms
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
Additional Details
  • This stage is available in the KPRM1E(/M), which includes the PRMT1Z8(/M) Motorized Rotation Stage with the KDC101 K-Cube DC Servo Motor Controller.
  • This stage is available in the ELL18K(/M), which includes an interface board, mounting brackets, and connectors for PC control.

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