Foveal FM3_2a Mount For Matrox GatorEye Cameras

The Foveal 2-Axis Fine_Adjustment Camera Mounts, models FM1_2a and FM2_2a, are designed to match common machine vision camera mounting configurations.  But a customer expressed the need for something similar that could easily handle the unusual mounting screw holes in the Matrox GatorEye cameras.  So we created the FM3_2a Fine-adjustment 2-Axis Mount.  It shares the fine-adjustment features and mounting plate options of the other Foveal FMs (Fine-adjustment Mounts).  Because the FM3_2a is designed specifically for these make and model mounts, we optimized the placement of the Pan and Tilt Axes so they are centered on the imaging element inside the camera body. Features in common with all FM models
The 2-Axis Fine-Adjustment Camera Mounts may be supported with the base down or the base up.  In either position, the plate the camera attaches to can be either below or above the camera.  When coarse adjustments are unlocked, there is sufficient friction to hold the camera in position.  Coarse position can be set by hand.  Fine adjustments are made using a hex wrench, allowing for extremely fine positioning.  Independent adjustment of each axis means each adjustment does not affect the other. All adjustments and locking are made with a single 3/32 inch hex wrench.  Reconfiguration is done with a 9/64 inch hex wrench. Once the mount is locked, the camera does not move.