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The M Series (MGS and MAS) stands have been requested by both customers and
other metrology instrument OEMs. With their input, Brunson has designed and assembled
the ultimate instrument stand for stability, functionality, and portability. These
stands give you the benefit of portability with a minimal sacrifice of stability. Our
customers have used them for scanners and laser tracking instruments when they need to
move the equipment easily. All of the M series stands utilize non-corrosive
materials (i.e. stainless steel, aluminum, etc.) so they are considered fully weather
proof and may be placed in most environments.
Legs
The leg design is common to all M Series stands. Our
goal is optimal stability without losing the ability to adjust height while
bearing substantial weight. Each leg utilizes two tubes for the double
upper leg struts which span from the "shoulder" pivot to the "knee" of the
stand. The tubes can be aluminum (MAS) or graphite (MGS) based on your
requirements. Graphite is usually the choice when weight and thermal stability
are critical.
We use a hard anodized aluminum tube to extend from the knee to the floor.
This aluminum tube extension allows for height adjustment and is locked in place with a
clamping mechanism underneath the
knee.
 Stabilizer rods connect the tripod's legs firmly to the protective
outer tube located in the center of the stand, giving additional rigidity when
clamped in place. Cast aluminum shoulder assemblies attach the legs to the collar area
for added strength.
Feet
Two options are available for the "feet" on the
M series stands (left). You can choose either swivel pad feet or trivet point
feet - or get both, they're interchangeable.
Vertical Adjustment
Our stands are available with, or without, an adjustable-height intermediate tube.
This tube provides a wider range of vertical movement and the ability to make easy
vertical adjustments once the legs are set in the desired position. The collar
houses a rack-and-pinion gearing mechanism, giving a smooth vertical adjustment
driven by a hand wheel. A clamping lever on the collar securely locks the
intermediate tube into position for added stability. For customers whose
requirements do not include this additional vertical adjustment, we provide an
instrument mount directly connected to the top tribrach of the stand (right).
You can browse to our stands using the links below.
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