The HVM Series is a kinematic optical mount unlike any optical mount in its class. The HVM’s unique “ball-and-wedge” drive mechanism enhances the overall performance of the optical mount by reducing stiction and backlash to negligible levels while maintaining a compact and robust package.
This unique drive mechanism also allows substantial angular tilt without adjustment screws protruding from the back of the mount, where fingers can block the beam. At a scant 0.75 in. (0.68 in. for HVM-.5 ) thickness the HVM can be placed in optical systems requiring minimum footprint. Newport’s “in-line spring” mechanism provides targeted tension at appropriate points to ensure the HVM is stable both short- and long-term. The high resolution adjustment screws have a locking mechanism to prevent inadvertent adjustment. This same mechanism provides the ability to customize the feel/tension of each adjustment.
HVM-1i industrial mount for 1 in. (25.4 mm) optics.
Applications
- Laser Cavities
- Optical Sub-assemblies
- Limited Space Applications
Specifications
|
Model |
HVM-.5
|
HVM-1
|
HVM-1i
|
| Optic Diameter [in. (mm)] |
0.5 (12.7) |
1.0 (25.4) |
1.0 (25.4) |
| Angular Tilt |
±2.5° |
±3.5° |
±3.5° |
| Sensitivity(1) (arc sec) |
5.8 |
2.5 |
2.5 |
| Adjustment Screw Thread |
100 TPI |
80 TPI |
80 TPI |
| Drive Type |
Allen-Key |
Knob |
Allen-Key |
1) Typical, based on 1° rotation of actuator screw
