The RS Low-Profile rotation stages offer smooth rotation for mounted components or 1-inch optics (1/2-inch with optional PRA-05) comparable to the 481 series, with a minimally reduced sensitivity while offering a slim profile for use in compact systems of all kinds.
- Precision rotation with 12 arc min position readout
- 2° graduations with vernier scale
- Lockable rotation to reduce drift
- Rotates 1 in. or 0.5 in. polarizers and wave plates
- Post mountable for vertical rotation See All Features
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![]() | RS65Manual Rotation Stage, Aperture , 2.65 in. Diameter, 10° Fine, 6-32 and 1/4-20 | 5 Weeks FREE 2-day shipping on thousands of products on Newport.com Learn More | ||||
![]() | M-RS40Platform Rotation Stage, 40 mm Diameter, 10° Fine, BM11.5 Included, M3 and M6 | In Stock FREE 2-day shipping on thousands of products on Newport.com Learn More | ||||
![]() | M-RS65Manual Rotation Stage, Aperture, 65 mm, 10° Fine, M3 and M6 | 2 Weeks FREE 2-day shipping on thousands of products on Newport.com Learn More |
Notes:
RS40 stages include a BM11.5 micrometer. The actuator is not included with RS65 stages. Please see specifications for recommended actuators.
Specifications
Features
Lockable Fine Rotation in a Low Profile
The RS Low-Profile series offers 10° fine adjustments, with ~2.5x smaller profile height than the 481 series. 360° coarse translation on the precision bored bearing locks in place with the smaller knurled knob in the thumbscrew on the side, which meanwhile engages the fine adjustment driven by actuators. The fine translation can also be locked down by tightening the bigger knurled knob in the same thumbscrew. 2° graduations and a Vernier with 12 arc min markings are engraved on the side of the stage.
Versatile Optic Mounting
The RS65 Rotation Stages feature 1.063"-20 threaded central aperture which allows secure mounting of 1.0 in. optic such as waveplates and polarizers using included retaining rings, 0.5 in. optic in
Compatible Actuators
The RS65 Rotation Stages are actuator-driven stages supplied without an actuator to allow the user to choose an actuator type which fits the precision of the application. This allows a variety of actuators such as fine adjustment screws (
Post or Table Mounting
While the RS65 stages can be directly mounted to optical table or breadboard using the clearance holes in the three corners, RS40 stages require
Easily Combined for Multi-axis Motion
The RS Series Rotation Stages are compatible with DS Series Linear Stages and GON Series Goniometric Stages of matching size (for example, RS40 with DS40-X, RS65 with DS65-X). They can be combined to provide multi-axis motion and can be easily adapted to fit a specific system's needs.
Accessories
Compatible Adapters for RS65
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![]() | CH-0.5Cube Beamsplitter Holder, 0.5 in. Cubes, 1.063-20 Threaded Mounts | In Stock FREE 2-day shipping on thousands of products on Newport.com Learn More | ||||
![]() | PRA-05Polarizer Adaptor, 12.7 mm Optics to 1.063-20 Threaded Mounts | In Stock FREE 2-day shipping on thousands of products on Newport.com Learn More | ||||
![]() | RSA-1TISolid Insert, RSP-1T Rotation Stage | In Stock FREE 2-day shipping on thousands of products on Newport.com Learn More | ||||
![]() | LT10-NP1Thread Adaptor, 1.0 in. Lens Tubes, 1.035-40 to 1.063-20 Mount Thread | In Stock FREE 2-day shipping on thousands of products on Newport.com Learn More |
















