Products Home / Optomechanical Components / Optomechanical Mounts / Translation Optic Mounts / Post-Mountable XYZ Translation MountsPost-Mountable XYZ Translation Mounts
- Provide XYZ Translation for Ø1/2", Ø1", or Ø2" Optics
- XY Travel Ranges up to ±2.5 mm Available
254 µm/rev.
Rotation
Locking Screw
5 mrad/rev.
K6XS
Precision, Locking
6-Axis Adjustment
KC1XY
SM1 (1.035"-40)
Tap in Front Slip Plate
CXYZ05A
Knurled Dial Translates the
Z-Axis Mounting Carriage
K5X2
Ø2", Locking, 5-Axis Kinematic Mount
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| General Specifications | ||||||
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| Item # | Optic Size Accommodated |
SM Thread Compatibility | XY Travel | Z Travel | Post Mounting | Cage Compatibility |
| K5X05 | Ø1/2" | SM05 (0.535"-40) |
±1.0 mm | ±4.6 mm | Two #8 (M4) Counterbores |
N/A |
| K5X1 | Ø1" | SM1 (1.035"-40) | ±1.0 mm | ±3.2 mm | Two #8 (M4) Counterbores |
N/A |
| K5X2 | Ø2" | SM2 (2.035"-40) |
±2.0 mm | ±3.8 mm | Six #8 (M4) Counterbores |
N/A |
| K6X05 | Ø1/2" | SM05 (0.535"-40) |
±1.5 mm | ±3.2 mm | Two #8 (M4) Counterbores |
N/A |
| K6XS | Ø1" | SM1 (1.035"-40) | ±2.0 mm | ±3.2 mm | Six #8 (M4) Counterbores |
N/A |
| K6X2 | Ø2" | SM2 (2.035"-40) |
±2.0 mm | ±3.2 mm | Six #8 (M4) Counterbores |
N/A |
| KC1XY(/M) | Ø1" | SM1 (1.035"-40) | ±1.0 mm | ±3.0 mm | Two 8-32 (M4) Tapped Holes |
30 mm |
| CXYZ05A(/M) | Ø1/2" | SM05 (0.535"-40) | ±1.5 mm | ±1.5 mm | Two 8-32 (M4) Tapped Holes |
30 mm |
| CXYZ1A(/M) | Ø1" | SM1 (1.035"-40) | ±2.5 mm | ±1.5 mm | Two 1/4"-20 (M6) Tapped Holes |
60 mm |
Features
- XYZ Translation Mounts for Ø1/2", Ø1", or Ø2" Optical Components
- XY Travel Ranges from ±1 mm to ±2.5 mm
- Z Travel Ranges from ±1.5 mm to ±4.6 mm
- Compatible with Our SM-Threaded Lens Tubes
- Post Mountable via Tapped Hole or Counterbore (Model Dependent)
Thorlabs offers several XYZ translation mounts that provide coarse or precise XYZ translation when positioning optical components. These mounts can accept optics directly or optics mounted inside lens tubes with SM threading. Six of these mounts are equipped with both XYZ translation and tip-tilt adjustment (Item #s K5X05, K5X1, K5X2, K6X05, K6XS, K6X2, and KC1XY(/M)). Our 5- and 6-Axis mounts enable precision kinematic alignment of the optic cell along their respective axes.
For alignment applications in a 30 mm or 60 mm Cage System, we recommend our three cage-compatible, non-rotating, XYZ translation mounts for Ø1/2" and Ø1" optics (Item #s KC1XY(/M), CXYZ05A(/M), and CXYZ1A(/M)). In particular, our KC1XY(/M) 30 mm cage-compatible kinematic mount with slip plate combines coarse XY translation with kinematic Z-axis and tip-tilt adjustment.
All translation mounts sold here can be post mounted using bottom- or side-located tapped holes or counterbores.
| Posted Comments: | |
user
(posted 2017-03-06 09:24:56.51) I would like to say that I was very disappointed when I bought the KC1-S/M, If the adjustment of the tilt is ok, the rest of the degree of freedom XYZ are really poor. it's the only optics mount with cage system that seems to allowed various adjustments that I need to hold an objective x100. Adjusting Z translation is very painful because you loose the point that you were focused on and also the intensity as you have to tilt by step the optics to increase Z. You should have put the same Z axis translation as you have done for the CXYZ1/M, that is good by the way. And for the other XY translation, it's too much coarse for an optic device, you just can't adjust it properly. The same device of the CXYZ1/M would have been welcomed.
Sorry for my comment, but I was a little upset because this mount costs me 150€ for a thing I cannot use rightly. I hope my comment could help you to reconsider that sort of mount to make a better one.
Have a nice day. tfrisch
(posted 2017-03-23 01:23:55.0) Hello, thank you for contacting Thorlabs. I'm sorry this Kinematic Mount with Slip Plate was not suitable for your application. If you contact us at TechSupport@Thorlabs.com we may be able to help find a solution for your application or at least help you return the mount that you are not able to use. user
(posted 2017-01-04 12:53:09.65) Is it possible to make the same K6XS but with holes for the 60mm cage systems? tfrisch
(posted 2017-01-06 11:10:01.0) Hello, thank you for contacting Thorlabs. I'd like to discuss your application further with you. Please email us at TechSupport@Thorlabs.com. lucile.sanchez
(posted 2017-01-04 12:44:49.057) It would have been very useful to add a Z translation as the K6XS. Using only the 30mm cage system rods to ajust Z is not enough precise when you use a very short focal lens. tfrisch
(posted 2017-01-04 08:40:31.0) Hello, thank you for contacting Thorlabs. For Z movement more precise than sliding a cage plate, use all 3 tip/tilt actuators together. I will reach out to you directly about your application. |
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Rear View of the K5X05 Kinematic Mount
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Rear View of the K5X2 Kinematic Mount
- Mounts for Ø1/2", Ø1", or Ø2" Optics with SM05- (0.535"-40), SM1- (1.035"-40), or SM2- (2.035"-40) Threads
- Five Axes of Adjustment:
- Mount for Ø1/2" Optics has Three Lockable Axes
- Mounts for Ø1" and Ø2" Optics have Five Lockable Axes
- SM05- (0.535"-40), SM1- (1.035"-40), SM2- (2.035"-40) Threaded Versions
- Compact Size:
- Mount for Ø1/2" Optics: 1.76" x 1.76" x 1.44"
- Mount for Ø1" Optics: 2.54" x 2.54" x 2.10"
- Mount for Ø2" Optics: 3.52" x 3.52" x 2.05"
- Post Mounting:
- Ø1/2" and Ø1" Mounts have Two #8 (M4) Counterbores at 90°
- Ø2" Mount has Six #8 (M4) Counterbores (Two Sets of Three at 90°)
The K5X05, K5X1, and K5X2 5-Axis Kinematic Optic Mounts have optic cells that can be adjusted along 5 axes (pitch, yaw, and XYZ). The three adjusters for pitch, yaw, and z-translation include locking screws on the K5X05 mount, while the X and Y axes are not lockable. The K5X1 and K5X2 mounts feature locking screws on all five adjusters.
The kinematic mounts' translating optic cells feature SM05 (0.535"-40), SM1 (1.035"-40), or SM2 (2.035"-40) internal threading for attaching mounted optics. A SM05RR, SM1RR, or SM2RR Retaining Ring is included with each 5-axis mount for securing unmounted optics. See the table below for appropriate optic sizes for each mount.
The SM05RR Retaining Ring can be tightened using an SPW603 or SPW603L Spanner Wrench, the SM1RR Retaining Ring can be tightened with the SPW602 or SPW606 Spanner Wrench, and the SM2RR Retaining Ring can be tightened using an SPW604 Spanner Wrench (spanner wrenches sold separately). Alternatively, the SPW801 Adjustable Spanner Wrench (sold separately) can provide an exact fit for any of the retaining rings used in the 5-axis mounts. The mounts feature engraved vertical and horizontal tick marks to use as an alignment aid for the mounting cell. The K5X05, K5X1, and K5X2 kinematic mounts can be post mounted in a right- or left-handed configuration; two orthogonal #8 (M4) counterbores are provided on the K5X05 and K5X1 mounts, while the K5X2 mount has three #8 (M4) counterbores on each orthogonal mounting surface (six total).
A 5/64" hex key or ball driver (not included) can be used to adjust the five axes of all the kinematic mounts. The K5X05 mount is equipped with 3/16"-100 knobless adjustment screws; the three screws used for pitch, yaw, and z-axis adjustment are lockable with a 5/64" hex key and feature Ø0.07" side holes for adjustment in tight setups. The K5X1 and K5X2 kinematic mounts include three 1/4"-80 adjuster screws with removable knobs for pitch, yaw, and z-axis adjustment, which can be locked with a 5/64" hex key. The X and Y axes on the K5X1 and K5X2 mounts are adjusted with two 3/16"-100 adjuster screws (the K5X1 mount features removable knobs on these axes) that can be locked with the included 0.035" hex key. If higher adjustment resolution or control is desired for the K5X1 or K5X2 mount, the three 1/4"-80 adjusters can be switched with DAS110 or DM22 Differential Adjusters.
For adjustment on all of the axes available with the K5X05, K5X1, or K5X2 mounts plus rotational adjustment, we offer the K6X05, K6XS, or K6X2 6-Axis Kinematic Mount.
| Item # | Optic Cell Threading |
Optic Size |
Max Optic Thickness |
Pitch/Yaw Adjust (Resolution) |
X/Y Adjust (Resolution) |
Z Adjusta (Resolution) |
Clear Aperture | Included Retaining Ring |
Mounting Counterbores |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| K5X05 | SM05 (0.535"-40) | Ø1/2" | 0.33" (8.4 mm) | ±4° (8 mrad/rev) | ±1.0 mm (254 µm/rev) |
±4.6 mm (254 µm/rev) |
0.44" (11.0 mm) | SM05RRb | Two #8 (M4)s |
| K5X1 | SM1 (1.035"-40) | Ø1" | 0.38" (9.5 mm) | ±3.2 mm (318 µm/rev) |
0.90" (22.9 mm) | SM1RRc | |||
| K5X2 | SM2 (2.035"-40) | Ø2" | 0.42" (10.7 mm) | ±3° (4.6 mrad/rev) | ±2.0 mm (254 µm/rev) | ±3.8 mm (318 µm/rev) |
1.90" (48.3 mm) | SM2RRd | Six #8 (M4)s |
Zoom6-Axis kinematic mount usage. Note that while this animation shows the K6XS,
the operation of the K6X05 and K6X2 is analogous.
- Six Adjustment Axes with Locks (See Table to the Lower Right)
- Independent X, Y, and Continuous 360° Roll Adjustment
- Mounts Available for Ø1/2", Ø1", or Ø2" Optics
- #8 (M4) Counterbores for Post Mounting
These 6-axis kinematic optic mounts are designed as general-purpose, high-precision positioners. The optic cell can be translated along or rotated about 6 axes, and each axis has a locking screw for stability. All three mounts use 1/4"-80 adjuster screws for pitch, yaw, and z-axis adjustment, and 3/16"-100 adjuster screws for x- and y-axis adjustment. The rotating optic housing is engraved with a graduated scale. Refer to the table below for detailed specifications.
The rotating dial of the K6XS mount has tapped 4-40 holes for attaching the K6A1 prism mounting attachment (sold separately below). In testing, the K6XS was shown to drift less than 15 µrad in 48 hours at typical environmental conditions, with a 2 °C temperature fluctuation. The X and Y axes on the K6XS cause less than ±50 µm of crosstalk when translated over their full range, while the X and Y axes of the K6X05 and K6X2 cause less than ±35 µm of crosstalk.
If higher adjustment resolution is desired for pitch, yaw, or z-translation, the three 1/4"-80 adjusters can be replaced with DAS110 Differential Adjusters.
| Item # | Optic Cell Threading |
Optic Size |
Max Optic Thickness |
Pitch/Yaw Adjust (Resolution) |
X/Y Adjust (Resolution) |
Z Adjusta (Resolution) |
Rotation Scale Graduations |
Included Retaining Ring |
Mounting Counterbores |
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| K6X05 | SM05 (0.535"-40) | Ø1/2" | 0.57" (14.4 mm) | ±4° (4.2 mrad/rev) | ±1.5 mm (254 µm/rev) |
±3.2 mm (318 µm/rev) |
Every 2° | SM05RRb | Two #8 (M4) |
| K6XS | SM1 (1.035"-40) | Ø1" | 0.57" (14.6 mm) | ±4° (5 mrad/rev) | ±2 mm (254 µm/rev) |
Every 1° | SM1RRc | Six #8 (M4) | |
| K6X2 | SM2 (2.035"-40) | Ø2" | 0.53" (13.4 mm) | ±2° (3.6 mrad/rev) | SM2RRd |
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K6A1 Prism Accessory Mounted onto a K6XS 6-Axis Mount
- Mounts on the Face of the K6XS Translating Cell
- 0.5" x 1.68" (12.7 mm x 42.7 mm) Platform
- 1/4" (6 mm) Adjustment Range
The K6A1(/M) platform accessory is designed to be mounted on the rotation ring on the K6XS 6-axis kinematic mount and our 30 mm cage-compatible rotation mounts using the included 4-40 screws and hex key. The platform has a height adjustment range of 1/4" (6.3 mm) so that the mounted optic can be positioned on the axis of rotation. Four 6-32 (M4 x 0.7) tapped holes at the corners of the platform surface can be used to mount the included PM3 (PM3/M) prism clamping arm or other optomechanics.
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| Item # | KC1XY | KC1XY/M |
| Post Mounting | 2 8-32 Tapped Holes | 2 M4 Tapped Holes |
| Angular Drivers | 1/4"-80 TPI Adjustersa | |
| Locking Screw Hex | 5/64" (2.0 mm) (4 Places) |
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| XY Travel | ±1.0 mm (±0.04") per Axis with Lockable Slip Plate |
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| Angular Resolution | 0.4°/rev | |
| Angular Displacement | ±4° | |
| Z Travel | ±3.0 mm (±0.12") | |
| Inner Slip Plate XY Travel |
±0.04" (1 mm) per Axis | |
| Optic Thickness (Max) | 0.23" (5.8 mm) | |
| Optic Mounting | Internal SM1 (1.035"-40) Thread 2 SM1RR Retaining Rings |
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KC1XY Back View
- Slip Plate Provides ±1 mm of Coarse
X and Y Adjustment - ±4º Tip / Tilt, ±3 mm Linear Translation
Along the Optical Axis - Accepts Ø1" Optics
- Maximum Optic Thickness: 0.23" (5.8 mm)
- Compatible with Our 30 mm Cage Systems
- 8-32 (M4) Tapped Holes for Post Mounting
The KC1XY(/M) Kinematic Mount is designed with an SM1 (1.035"-40) threaded mounting hole in a front slip plate that enables direct mounting of optics up to 5.8 mm (0.23") thick using the included SM1RR Retaining Rings. Thicker optics can be accommodated by housing the optic in one of our SM1 Series Lens Tubes and then threading the lens tube into the front plate of the mount. Alternatively, since the back plate of the KC1XY(/M) Kinematic Mount features an oversized bore, SM1 lens tubes can also be attached to the front plate from the rear of the mount without sacrificing angular adjustment. This threaded, kinematic mount comes with three adjusters that can be independently locked.
Both the front and rear plates have been machined with four clearance holes designed for direct compatibility with our 30 mm cage system standard. The cage rod holes in the front plate are sufficiently oversized to allow ±4° tip and tilt adjustment without cage rod interference. Once the desired position is achieved, locking setscrews on the rear plate can be used to secure the rods in place. These setscrews have a hex of 5/64" (2.0 mm). In addition to 30 mm cage compatibility, the KC1XY(/M) has an 8-32 (M4) hole on each side of the back plate for post mounting.
The slip plate feature incorporated into these mounts provides ±1 mm of coarse travel in X and Y with respect to the front plate, which enables additional freedom when setting an optic's position within a cage system. Three locking screws allow the user to lock the slip plate down once the desired location has been reached. The user should note, however, that loosening the locking screws may result in excessive coarse movement (slop) in the slip plate. For best performance, tighten the locking screws, and then release them only enough to allow for smooth operation of the slip plate.
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| Item # | CXYZ05A(/M) | CXYZ1A(/M) |
| XY-Axes Drivers | 3/16"-100 Adjustersa | 1/4"-100 Adjustersb |
| XY Travel | ±0.06" (±1.5 mm) per Axis | ±0.10" (±2.5 mm) per Axis |
| XY Adjustment Resolution | 254 µm/rev | |
| Z-Axis Driver | 500 µm/rev Adjustment Dialc | |
| Z Travel | ±0.06" (±1.5 mm) (Alignment Tick Marks at 0.25 mm Intervals) |
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| Clear Apertured | Ø0.42" (Ø10.7 mm) | Ø0.90" (Ø22.9 mm) |
| Optic Thickness (Max) | 0.31" (8.0 mm) | 0.39" (10.0 mm) |
| Optic Mounting | Internal SM05 (0.535"-40) Thread |
Internal SM1 (1.035"-40) Thread |
| Post Mountinge | Two 8-32 (M4) Tapped Holes |
Two 1/4"-20 (M6) Tapped Holes |
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The Z-Axis position of the CXYZ05A(/M) can be locked by threading an SM15RR retaining ring (sold separately) onto the internal threads of the rear knurled knob. This can be done using the SPW801 Spanner Wrench.
- Non-Rotating Translation in X, Y, and Z Axes for Ø1/2" or Ø1" Optics
- Internal SM Threading for Compatibility with Our Extensive Line of SM-Threaded Lens Tubes
- Compatible with Our 30 mm or 60 mm Cage Systems
- Two Tapped Holes for Right- and Left-Handed Post Mounting Orientations
Thorlabs' precise XYZ translation mounts offer non-rotating X-, Y-, and Z-axis travel. The CXYZ05A(/M) mount holds Ø1/2" (Ø12.7 mm) optics up to 0.31" (8.0 mm) thick against the back lip of the mount using the included SM05RR retaining ring. The CXYZ1A(/M) translator holds a Ø1" (Ø25.4 mm) optic up to 0.39" (10.0 mm) thick in a similar manner using the included SM1RR retaining ring. XY functionality allows travel perpendicular to the optical axis, while the Z-axis functionality allows for compensation of focusing errors in applications such as fiber alignment or lens mounting. The optic cell has been designed to offer pure X, Y, and Z translation.
The optic cell is internally SM05-threaded (Item # CXYZ05A(/M)) or SM1-threaded (Item # CXYZ1A(/M)), and is translated along the Z-axis by rotating the zoom adjustment dial on the back of the mount. The optic cell does not rotate during translation. An engraving is included on the knurled dial, indicating the direction that it must be turned for translating the optic cell forward and backwards. Laser-engraved tick marks spaced 0.25 mm apart are included on the optic cell for indicating the Z-axis position. The position can be locked using an SM15RR (Item # CXYZ05A(/M)) or an SM30RR (Item # CXYZ1A(/M)) Retaining Ring (sold separately); see the image to the right for more details.
X and Y translation of the carriage on the CXYZ05A(/M) and CXYZ1A(/M) mounts is accomplished using the two 3/16"-100 fine adjusters or 1/4"-100 fine adjusters, respectively. The nylon-tipped setscrew at the base of the 3/16"-100 adjusters for the CXYZ05A(/M) mount can be used to lock the X or Y translation using a 0.035" hex key. The 1/4"-100 adjusters on the CXYZ1A(/M) mount are locked using LN25100 Locking Nuts (sold separately). For both sets of adjusters, horizontal and vertical witness lines provide a reference for the XY alignment.
All mounts have four through holes for use with our Ø6 mm ER cage rods, making the CXYZ05A(/M) compatible with 30 mm Cage Systems and the CXYZ1A(/M) compatible with 60 mm Cage Assemblies. The CXYZ05A(/M) and CXYZ1A(/M) have cage rod mounting holes with side-located M4 x 0.7 locking setscrews, which use a 5/64" (2.0 mm) hex key. The mounts can easily be adapted to different size cage systems by using the SP15 or LCP02 Cage System Size Adapter. Tapped holes are also provided on opposite sides of the XY adjusters for post mounting in right- or left-handed orientations.
Post-Mountable XYZ Translation Mounts