These translation stages have comparatively long travel. Hence the drive is by a lead screw-nut mechanism. In MLS series, lead screw mechanism is fixed by the center of the stage. There is a linear scale read by the side of the stage. The rotating knob too has circular graduations. Precision positioning measurements are possible by combination of linear and rotary readouts as in the case of micrometers. There are mounting holes on top and bottom surfaces.

Crossed roller based linear guides are used for achieving precision linear motion. The guide ways are factory preloaded to eliminate play and wobble. Coefficient of friction is less than 0.003. Standard stages are constructed in aluminum alloy and finished by black anodizing.