Ultra-Light Budget Manual Stage (JD3-43S Lightweight Dovetail Entry Model)

Crafted as an entry-level lightweight positioning solution for cost-sensitive low-load projects, the JD3-43S manual slide integrates compact scraped dovetail rails and smooth fine-pitch screw drive onto a standard 40×40 mm square mounting platform. Weighing only 0.2 kg, this stripped-down aluminum unit cuts excess structural material without sacrificing core positioning functionality, making it the ideal pick for lightweight assemblies where total system weight must be tightly controlled. It delivers ±10 mm of stable linear travel, works seamlessly in horizontal and vertical mounting orientations, and can be stacked into multi-axis combinations for simple alignment tasks without adding excessive mass to the overall test rig or equipment housing.

Equipped with a clear 0.1 mm etched vernier scale for straightforward position reading, the stage maintains 50 μm table parallelism paired with 30 μm drive parallelism across its full 20 mm total travel range, delivering consistent flatness for light-load alignment cycles. It sees widespread use in student laboratory training rigs, miniature optical prototype builds, lightweight portable inspection gear, hobbyist optical setups and low-weight sensor calibration stations. Its ultra-light frame and competitive price point stand out for teams handling small-scale research, educational coursework and disposable test fixtures, where heavy-duty load capacity is unnecessary and cost and weight reduction become top priorities.

Forged from lightweight aluminum alloy with matte black anodized surface treatment, the finish delivers basic scratch resistance and minimizes stray light reflection for optical use cases. With a 1.2 kgf rated load capacity, it reliably holds tiny camera modules, miniature lens mounts, micro sensor boards and lightweight plastic custom jigs without platform tilt. For university lab procurement teams, amateur optics developers and compact portable equipment designers seeking a minimal-weight, budget-friendly manual adjustment stage for light-duty alignment work, the JD3-43S delivers fully functional positioning performance while keeping overall hardware expenses and assembly weight to a minimum.

As a Dongguan-based Sino-Korean precision component manufacturer, we streamline production processes for the JD3-43S entry model to lower unit costs without skipping core accuracy testing. Every unit passes full-stroke travel inspection and flatness validation before leaving the factory to guarantee stable basic positioning performance. We support bulk educational institution orders and small prototype trial batches, alongside minor custom tweaks such as simplified mounting hole layouts for lightweight device integration. We welcome school procurement managers, small R&D studios and portable equipment manufacturers to reach out for volume quotations and tailored lightweight positioning scheme discussions.