T-Series/Installation-Mechanical/AB105

Mounting the stage with AB105 brackets

AB105 brackets are designed to mount LST family stages to a mounting surface like an optical table. The brackets use the T-channels in the stage base. This allows for any mounting location in the direction of travel and 123 - 128 mm, or 5" spacing from side to side. Mounting instructions:

1. Insert the t-nut in the end of the stage as shown and slide it to the desired position.
   
2. Push down the stage and bracket so they are both flush with the mounting surface. Note that the stage has raised contact surfaces on the bottom so the side of the stage does not touch the mounting surface. Tighten the M4 screw to secure the bracket to the stage. It is important that the bottoms of the brackets are flush with the bottom of the stage; otherwise the stage base could be forced to bend slightly open or closed when the brackets are mounted to the mounting surface, causing the moving carriage to become too tight or too loose at that position.
   
3. Use M6 or 1/4"-20 screws to mount the brackets to a mounting surface.