Kinematic Mirror Mounts Selection Guide

Kinematic Adjustment Mechanism

Kinematic Mounts are our most popular and least expensive optical mirror mounts. The primary disadvantage with Kinematic mounts is that the mirror center moves along the normal axis when tip/tilt adjustments are made.

Select by Mirror Size Requirement

A good place to continue narrowing your selection of Kinematic Mirror Mounts is with the size of the mirror or optic used in your your application.

0.5 in. (12.7 mm) Diameter

1.0 in. (25.4 mm) Diameter

2.0 in. (50.8 mm) Diameter

> 2.0 in. (>50.8 mm) Diameter

Kinematic Mirror Mounts

Description	Features
M Series Standard Mirror Mounts	The industries most affordable mirror mounts Wide range of configurations High sensitivity 100 TPI knob adjusters Hardened carbide pads	M Series Standard Mirror Mounts
ULTIMA^® Clear Edge Mirror Mounts	Best overall usability and performance Provides clear access to edge of optic Easily removable actuators Extra thick frame for added stability	ULTIMA^® Clear Edge Mirror Mounts
Suprema^® Low-Drift Mirror Mounts	Stainless steel construction for superior stiffness and stability High-sensitivity 100 or 254 TPI knob adjustment screws Precision-polished ultra-hard carbide pads Modular, exchangeable actuators	Suprema^® Low-Drift Mirror Mounts
New Focus Corner Mirror Mounts	Gimbal movement with axial translation and kinematic stability Position optics in tight locations Low-friction sapphire pads	New Focus Corner Mirror Mounts
Miniature Platform Mirror Mounts	1 in. and smaller platform sizes Knob adjustment screws Compatible with UPA mirror cup holders	Miniature Platform Mirror Mounts
Standard Top Adjust Mounts	Allows adjustment without blocking optical beam Reduces risk of laser-related injuries Ideal for use in laser cavities Slimmer profiles for mounting in tight spaces	Standard Top Adjust Mounts
Platform Mirror Mounts	2, and 2.75 in. platform sizes Designed for custom optics, prisms, and beamsplitter cubes Compatible with UPA-series mirror cup adaptors Research or industrial versions	Platform Mirror Mounts
Low Outgassing and LaserClean Mirror Mounts	Designed for vacuum and clean applications Compact size ideal for OEM applications Low outgassing stainless steel and nickel plating	Low Outgassing and LaserClean Mirror Mounts
ULTIMA^® Low Wavefront Distortion Mirror Mounts	Designed to minimize wavefront distortion Interferometer verified Axial three-point optic mounting	ULTIMA^® Low Wavefront Distortion Mirror Mounts