About Optical Rails and Bases
Optical rails and optical bases mount to optical tables to support components and instruments in a straight line, while retaining the freedom to quickly change their relative spacing. Together optical rails and bases create an optical mounting system. There are many different types of Optical rails and bases. Examples include aluminum optical rails, steel optical rails, optical bases, and optical rail enclosures. An aluminum optical rail is a rail made up of aluminum and is durable in nature. Aluminum optical rails may possess a slotted mounting hole, which allows them to attach to optical tables securely. A steel optical rail is a rail extruded from steel and requires maintenance from rusting, warping, and nicking. An optical base ensures that the components mounted on it remain stable regardless of the type of components. An optical rail enclosure is used to enclose optical rails. Generally, optical enclosures are used for designing prototype optical systems for field or laboratory purposes. Other optical rails and bases are commonly available.
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