Mini Optical Rails and Carriers
  • Compact, low-profile dovetail design
  • Spring loaded carriers “snap” onto rails
  • Wide array of compatible mounts and carriers
  • 3-D versatility
  • Precision machined surfaces
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(top down) MRL-12M, MRL-6M, MRL-3 and MRL-1.5


MCF, MCC, MCD

The Mini Optical Rail and Carrier components can be assembled into compact, low profile systems that provides a modular in-line foundation and three-dimensional structures for a variety of optical assemblies. Their precision dovetail construction allows components to be quickly attached, aligned, and rigidly held anywhere along the rail using MC Series rail carriers.

The Mini Rails, which are available in six different standard lengths from 1.5–24 in. (37–600 mm), provide smooth carrier translation and wobble free clamp down. With the SS-2 Spacer Set, sturdy three-dimensional structures, such as beam steering devices, can be assembled. The set has 5 spacers.

The Mini Rail Carriers attach anywhere along the rails to quickly and securely tie down optical components. Spring-loaded hard polymer guides along the mating surfaces of the carriers ensure wobble free sliding motion and dependable linear alignment. By backing out the clamping screw, any carrier can be positioned along a rail without removing other components with a simple snap down motion. Then just tighten the screw fully for creep free clamp down. These one-piece aluminum carriers present a low profile and allow close spacing between components. Three versions are offered and can be used with a variety of optic holders and MT Series Linear and Rotation Stages.

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MH Series Optical Mounts

MT Series Linear Translation Stages

MT-RS Compact Rotation Stage


Interconnecting link on MRL-6M and MRL-12M allows any length to be rigidly assembled in multiples of 6 or 12 in.