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FB204/5E


Encoded Stage Focusing Mount for Reflected Light Applications

The FB204E and FB205E stage focusing mounts are compatible with Prior's motorized stages for upright reflected microscopy. They are suitable for breadboard-mounted optical systems and customized microscopes

They incorporate the high-performance FB203E encoded linear actuator for 38 mm Z-axis travel with exceptional long-range repeatability. They have a high load capacity of 14 kg for use with heavy samples or large stages. 

FB204 is mounted in line with the axis of travel to provide a stable platform and maximize the height of the system. 

The base of FB205 is offset from the linear axis for integration with space-constrained customized optical systems.

Either the FB204 or FB205, when combined with a Prior stage and controller, provide an extremely reliable XYZ platform for both academic and industrial research into applications such as materials chemistry or semiconductor development. Its simple but high performance design makes it easy to integrate with gantry based optics. 


    • Long travel range for microscopy applications
    • High load capacity
    • Choice of mounting adapters
    • Compatible with most Prior XY stages
    • Sub-micron repeatability, enhanced by integrated linear encoders
Product Code FB204E FB205E
Dimensions (at min. range) 177 x 155 x 143 mm 180 x 163 x 144 mm
Resolution 20 nm 20 nm
Straightness (over full travel) ± 3.5 µm ± 3.5 µm
Full travel repeatability ± 0.7 µm ± 0.7 µm
Full Travel Metric Accuracy < 5 µm < 5 µm
Drive mechanism Zero backlash, recirculating ball screws Zero backlash, recirculating ball screws
Travel range 38 mm 38 mm
Speed range (max load) 1 – 14 mm/s 1 – 14 mm/s
Encoder 0.1 µm encoder 0.1 µm encoder
Max load 14 kg 14 kg
Cable length 1 m 1 m
Mounting method In-line with travel Offset from travel

Specifications as per datasheet. Please see datasheet for details.

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