Industrial Dovetail Aluminum Linear Stages

The DS Series Compact Dovetail Linear Stages are an even more compact version of the MT Dovetail series stages utilizing the same mechanism, in a cube-like package, driven by a hex-turned screw and are available with two sets of travel ranges.

Dovetail slide bearings for smooth motion over < 0.5 in. travel
Compact footprint measuring only 1 in. on each side
Precise, 1 µm step control with hex-driven, 80 TPI screw
Stage locks in place for secure hold over long lifetimes
Available in Vacuum and LaserClean™ versions

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Description	Compatibility	Maximum Stage Travel	Axes of Travel	Centered Normal Load Capacity	Thread Type	Platform Size	Price
DS25-XManual Linear Stage, Compact, Dovetail, 0.25 in., 0.98x0.98 x 0.59 in.	IMPERIAL	6.35 mm	X	45 N	2-56 and 8-32	25 x 25 mm	$143
DS25-XYXY Linear Stage, Compact, Dovetail, 0.25 in., 0.98 x 0.98 x 1.02 inch	IMPERIAL	6.35 mm	X, Y	45 N	2-56 and 8-32	25 x 25 mm	$237
DS25-XYZXYZ Linear Stage, Dovetail, 0.25 in. XY, .12 in. Z, 0.98 x 0.98 in.	IMPERIAL	6.35 mm	X, Y, Z	22 N	2-56 and 8-32	25 x 25 mm	$416
DS40-XManual Linear Stage, Dovetail, 0.55 in. Travel, 1.57 x 1.57 in.	IMPERIAL	14 mm	X	67 N	6-32 and 1/4-20	40 x 40 mm	$184
DS40-XYXY Linear Stage, Dovetail, 0.55 in. Travel, 1.57 x 1.57 in.	IMPERIAL	14 mm	X, Y	67 N	6-32 and 1/4-20	40 x 40 mm	$288
DS40-XYZXYZ Linear Stage, Dovetail, 0.55 in XY, .20 in Z, 1.57 x 1.57 in.	IMPERIAL	14 mm	X, Y, Z	36 N	6-32 and 1/4-20	40 x 40 mm	$571
DS65-XManual Linear Stage, Compact, Dovetail, 1.0 in., 2.56x2.56 x 1.11 in.	IMPERIAL	25.4 mm	X	170 N	1/4-20	65 x 65 mm	$222
DS65-XYXY Linear Stage, Dovetail, 1.0 in. Travel, 2.56 x2.56 in.	IMPERIAL	25.4 mm	X, Y	170 N	1/4-20	65 x 65 mm	$438
DS65-XYZXYZ Linear Stage, Dovetail, 1.0 in XY, .55 in Z, 2.56 x2.56 in.	IMPERIAL	25.4 mm	X, Y, Z	86 N	1/4-20	65 x 65 mm	$694
M-DS25-XManual Linear Stage, Compact, Dovetail, 6.3 mm, 25 x 25 x 15mm, Metric	METRIC	6.35 mm	X	45 N	M2 and M4	25 x 25 mm	$143
M-DS25-XYXY Linear Stage, Compact, Dovetail, 6.3 mm, 25 x 25 x 26 mm, Metric	METRIC	6.35 mm	X, Y	45 N	M2 and M4	25 x 25 mm	$237
M-DS25-XYZXYZ Linear Stage, Dovetail, 6.3 mm XY, 3.0 mm Z, 25 x25 mm, Metric	METRIC	6.35 mm	X, Y, Z	22 N	M2 and M4	25 x 25 mm	$416
M-DS40-XManual Linear Stage, Dovetail, 14 mm Travel, 40 x 40 mm, Metric	METRIC	14 mm	X	67 N	M3 and M6	40 x 40 mm	$184
M-DS40-XYXY Linear Stage, Compact, Dovetail, 14 mm, 40 x 40 x 30 mm, Metric	METRIC	14 mm	X, Y	67 N	M3 and M6	40 x 40 mm	$288
M-DS40-XYZXYZ Linear Stage, Dovetail, 14 mm XY, 5 mm Z, 40 x 40 mm, Metric	METRIC	14 mm	X, Y, Z	36 N	M3 and M6	40 x 40 mm	$571
M-DS65-XManual Linear Stage, Dovetail, 25 mm Travel, 65 x 65 mm, Metric	METRIC	25.4 mm	X	170 N	M6	65 x 65 mm	$222
M-DS65-XYXY Linear Stage, Compact, Dovetail, 25 mm, 65 x 65 x 48 mm, M6	METRIC	25.4 mm	X, Y	170 N	M6	65 x 65 mm	$438
M-DS65-XYZXYZ Linear Stage, Dovetail, 25 mm XY, 14 mm Z, 65 x 65 mm, M6	METRIC	25.4 mm	X, Y, Z	86 N	M6	65 x 65 mm	$694

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Notes:

80 TPI adjustment screws are included with these stages.
We also offer Left Handed, Laser Clean and Vertical Translation versions.

Specifications

Models
Axes of Travel	X	X	X
Maximum Stage Travel	6.35 mm	14 mm	25.4 mm
Centered Normal Load Capacity	45 N	67 N	170 N
Vertical Axial Load Capacity	22 N	36 N	86 N
Recommended Actuators	Included	Included	Included
Drive Location	Center drive	Center drive	Center drive
Sensitivity	1 µm	1 µm	1 µm
Material	Aluminum	Aluminum	Aluminum
Bearings	Dovetail Slide	Dovetail Slide	Dovetail Slide
Platform Size	25 x 25 mm	40 x 40 mm	65 x 65 mm
Thread Type¹	2-56 and 8-32	6-32 and 1/4-20	1/4-20

Notes:

M- metric version have the same specifications as the imperial versions shown.

M- metric versions have M2, M4 and M6 threaded mounting holes.

Features

Dovetail Slide Bearings for Smooth Motion in a Compact Size

Dovetail stages are ideal for small, controlled travel to eventually remain locked in place for long time periods. These further compact version of the MT Dovetail stages also do not employ typical roller bearings of cylindrical rails, which makes them less susceptible to shock and vibration. These DS series dovetail stages slide along precision preloaded dovetail slides, whose unique shape ensures accurate, repeatable motion. These compact, modular stages are available in X, XY, or XYZ configurations with a lower footprint than the MT Dovetail series for the DS25 version.

Precise, 1 µm Step Control With Secure Hold Over Long Lifetimes

Each stage come equipped with an 80 TPI hex-driven drive screw for precision positioning of 1 µm while maintaining a low footprint. The motion can then be locked in place using an additional hex-screw controlled locking mechanism that insures placement over long times.

Slotted Base Plates

Slotted base plates are available for versatile mounting of DS stages to optical tables or other stages. Please see the accessory section for more information.

Left or Right Handed Configurations

DS65 stages come in mirror-image right and left-hand versions for more flexibility in how you lay out your experiment on the table, so there's never a need to reach over your work to make adjustments on the far side. All adjustments can be made with the hand resting on the table for maximum comfort, added stability, and increased sensitivity.

LaserClean™ Low VOC Versions Available

DS Series are available in LaserClean™ low VOC versions with clear anodizefor applications that require extra care to reduce volatile organic compounds (VOC) and ensure added cleanliness. Newport now offers certain Opto-Mechanical components that are specially prepared with clear anodize, nickel plating or stainless steel materials, special lubrication and vacuum-level cleaning. Products are packaged in Class 1000 (ISO 6) cleanroom grade bagging material and then double-bagged for further cleanliness precautions. We call these products, LaserClean™ and designate them with a -LC suffix. For more information please visit LaserClean Low VOC Optical Components Page.

Easily Combined for Multi-axis Motion

The DS Series Linear Stages are compatible with RS Series Rotation Stages and GON Series Goniometric Stages of matching size (for example, RS40 with DS40, RS65 with DS65). They can be combined to provide multi-axis motion and can be easily adapted to fit a specific system's needs. A six-axis manual positioning system is shown using matched 65 x 65 mm stages.

Accessories

Left-handed Versions

Description	Compatibility	Price
DS65-XY-LHXY Linear Stage, Left-Handed, Dovetail, 1.0 in. Travel, 2.56 x2.56 in.	IMPERIAL	$438
DS65-XYZ-LHXYZ Linear Stage, Left-Handed, Dovetail, 1.0 in XY, .55 in Z, 2.56 x2.56 in.	IMPERIAL	$694
M-DS65-XY-LHXY Linear Stage, Compact, Dovetail, Left-Handed, 25 mm, 65x65x48 mm, M6	METRIC	$438
M-DS65-XYZ-LHXYZ Linear Stage, Left-Handed, Dovetail, 25 mm XY, 14 mm Z, 65 x 65 mm, M6	METRIC	$694

LaserClean Versions

Description	Compatibility	Price
DS25-X-LCManual Linear Stage, 25 x 25 mm, LaserClean, Imperial	IMPERIAL	$188
DS40-X-LCManual Linear Stage, 40 x 40 mm, LaserClean, Imperial	IMPERIAL	$256
M-DS25-X-LCManual Linear Stage, 25 x 25 mm, LaserClean, Metric	METRIC	$188
M-DS40-X-LCManual Linear Stage, 40 x 40 mm, LaserClean, Metric	METRIC	$256

DS Series Vertical Stages

Description	Compatibility	Price
DS25-ZVertical Linear Stage, Dovetail, 0.12 in. Travel, 0.98 x 0.98 in. Platform	IMPERIAL	$209
DS40-ZVertical Linear Stage, Dovetail, 0.20 in. Travel, 1.57 x 1.57 in. Platform	IMPERIAL	$243
DS65-ZVertical Linear Stage, Dovetail, 0.55 in. Travel, 2.56 x 2.56 in. Platform	IMPERIAL	$355
M-DS25-ZVertical Linear Stage, Dovetail, 3 mm Travel, 25 x 25 mm Platform, M2 and M4	METRIC	$209
M-DS40-ZVertical Linear Stage, Dovetail, 5 mm Travel, 40 x 40 mm Platform, M3 and M6	METRIC	$243
M-DS65-ZVertical Linear Stage, Dovetail, 14 mm Travel, 65 x 65 mm Platform, M6	METRIC	$355

Bases

Description	Compatibility	Price
M-B-1.25Adaptor Plate, 25x25 mm Stage to 40x40 mm Stage	METRIC	$56
M-B-2CAdaptor Plate, 25x25 mm Stage to Optical Table or 65x65 mm Stage	METRIC	$56
M-B-2BAdaptor Plate, 25x25 or 40x40 mm Stage to Optical Table or 65x65 mm Stage	METRIC	$48
B-2CAdaptor Plate, 25x25 mm Stage to Optical Table or 65x65 mm Stage	IMPERIAL	$56
B-2BAdaptor Plate, 25x25 or 40x40 mm Stage to Optical Table or 65x65 mm Stage	IMPERIAL	$48

90 Degree Angle Brackets

Description	Compatibility	Price
M-SDS25-BK90 Degree Angle Bracket, M-SDS25, M2 Thread	UNIVERSAL	$151
M-SDS40-BK90 Degree Angle Bracket, M-SDS40, M3 Thread	METRIC	$166
M-SDS65-BK90 Degree Angle Bracket, M-SDS65, M6 Thread	METRIC	$203
SDS40-BK90 Degree Angle Bracket, SDS40 Stage	IMPERIAL	$166
SDS65-BK90 Degree Angle Bracket, SDS65 Stage	IMPERIAL	$203