The SMS16A is an articulating microscope arm engineered for stable, flexible positioning during precision inspection tasks in laboratory and production environments. This arm component—supplied without stand—delivers repeatable support for large-sample inspection where continuous horizontal microscope travel is not required. Built from anti-corrosion materials including stainless steel, anodized aluminum, plated steel, and catalyzed epoxy, the SMS16A features precision ground 38 mm (1.47 inch) diameter shafting that slides on nylon bearing surfaces. Soft-grip knobs secure the arm position through a solid aluminum cross slider, enabling deliberate repositioning without drift.
Technical Specifications
• Shafting Diameter: 38 mm (1.47 inches), precision ground
• Horizontal Arm Length: 20.5 inches standard; custom lengths available
• Vertical Pole Height: 15.75 inches standard; custom lengths available
• Mounting Interface: 5/8 inch diameter bonder socket mount for stereo microscope focus mounts
• Positioning System: Precision ground shafts clamped via soft-grip knobs in solid aluminum cross slider
• Bearing Surfaces: Nylon on shafts; cross slider block manufactured from solid aluminum
– Key Features
• Anti-corrosion construction using stainless steel, anodized aluminum, plated steel, and catalyzed epoxy
• Industry-standard 5/8 inch bonder mount interface ensures compatibility with current stereo microscope focus mounts
• Solid aluminum cross slider with nylon bearing surfaces for smooth, controlled movement
• Soft-grip knobs provide secure positioning without tool requirement
• Large-diameter precision shafting minimizes deflection and supports stable optical alignment
– Typical Applications
• Routine inspection of large samples in quality control and laboratory settings
• Production environment inspections requiring stable, repositionable optical access
• Tasks where microscope positioning is infrequent and sample size demands extended horizontal reach
– Compatibility & Integration
• Primary Interface: 5/8 inch bonder socket mount for stereo microscopes
• Adapter Support: Mounting adapters available for non-bonder style stereo microscope focus mounts and cameras with 1/4-20 inch threaded mounts
• Camera Integration: Accommodates camera mounting via appropriate adapters
• Part of SMS15/16 Series: Coordinates with the SMS series lineup; base configurations available separately
