Post Construction Cubes


  • Build Right-Angled 3D Constructions
  • Counterbores on Three Sides or Threaded Holes on Six Sides
  • One-Piece Aluminum Construction for High Rigidity

RM1G

Three 1/4" Counterbores

RM1F

Six 1/4"-20
Threaded Holes

SH25LP38

Low-Profile Channel Screws

Ideal for Large 3D Structures

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The RM1F cube can be used to link our Ø1" Pillar Posts (left) or the bottom of our Ø1/2" Optical Posts (right).

Features

These construction cubes aid in building rigid 3D structures from our optomechanical components. They are machined from a single block of aluminum, providing excellent rigidity, and their faces are parallel and perpendicular to within 0.002" (0.05 mm).

The MSCB3(/M), RM1FA(/M), and RM1F(/M) cubes each offer centered 8-32 (M4 x 0.7) or 1/4"-20 (M6 x 1.0) tapped holes on all six sides. They are compatible with our Ø1/2" and Ø1" posts using the appropriate setscrews or screw thread adapters.

The RM1G and RM1S cubes each feature three 1/4" (M6) counterbores on adjacent faces, and the RM1S cube is slotted to accept hardboard walls for the construction of light-tight optical enclosures. Our low-profile channel screws are required in order to fasten optomechanics to the adjacent faces of these construction cubes. These low-profile screws feature a shortened cap height relative to standard cap screws.


Posted Comments:
tcohen  (posted 2012-06-25 08:59:00.0)
Response from Tim at Thorlabs: Thank you for pointing this out! We have an engineer going over the drawings and series. The RM1G can be used with our SH6M10LP M6 channel screws, but we currently do not have plans for a fully metric (25mm) cube. We would love to get your feedback on this design’s benefits so that we can add it to our customer inspired ideas and I will contact you to continue this conversation.
iain  (posted 2012-06-20 08:24:26.0)
There is a mistake on the drawing of part RM1G. The length of the side of the cube should be 25.4 mm (and not 25 mm). Do you have any plans to introduce a fully metric 25-mm-square construction cube?
Thorlabs  (posted 2010-10-25 21:56:07.0)
Response from Thorlabs to last poster: We will look into modifying the /M cubes for fully metric dimensions. We have to evaluate the impact this design change would have on all the matching components. Please contact us at techsupport@thorlabs.com for follow up.
user  (posted 2010-10-25 14:48:45.0)
The metric version of the 1-inch construction cubes have, indeed, 1 inch long dimension. Only threads are changed. Would it be more logical to have a construction cube with 25.0mm external dimension?
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Tapped Construction Cubes

RM1F Junction
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Item #QtyDescription
RM1F11" Construction Cube with 1/4"-20 Tapped Holes
RS31Ø1" Pillar Post, 1/4"-20 Taps, L = 3"
RS41Ø1" Pillar Post, 1/4"-20 Taps, L = 4"
KM100B11.92" x 1.92" Kinematic Platform Mount
PM31Small Adjustable Clamping Arm, 6-32 Threaded Post
RM1C1Ø1" Slip-On Post Clamp, 8-32 Tap, 8-32 Threaded Stud
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Item #QtyDescription
RM1F/M125 mm Construction Cube with M6 x 1.0 Tapped Holes
RS75/M1Ø25.0 mm Pillar Post, M6 Taps, L = 75 mm
RS100/M1Ø25.0 mm Pillar Post, M6 Taps, L = 100 mm
KM100B/M148.6 mm x 48.6 mm Kinematic Platform Mount
PM3/M1Small Adjustable Clamping Arm, M4 x 0.7 Threaded Post
RM1C/M1Ø25.0 mm Slip-On Post Clamp, M4 Tap, M4 Threaded Stud
RM1F Being Used to Mount Two Ø1" Pillar Posts at a Right Angle for an Optomechanical Assembly
Item # Size Taps
MSCB3 1/2" 8-32
RM1FA 1" 8-32
RM1F 1" 1/4"-20
MSCB3/M 12.7 mm M4 x 0.7
RM1FA/M 25.0 mm M4 x 0.7
RM1F/M 25.0 mm M6 x 1.0
  • Attach up to Six Optomechanics at Right Angles
  • One-Piece Aluminum Construction for Excellent Rigidity
  • Parallel and Perpendicular to Within 0.002" (0.05 mm)

These construction cubes have one centered tapped hole on each of their sides. Machined from a single block of aluminum, they are ideal for constructions that need a high degree of sturdiness. By using setscrews, up to six optomechanics can be attached to each cube.

Based on your currency / country selection, your order will ship from Newton, New Jersey  
+1 Qty Docs Part Number - Imperial Price Available
MSCB3 Support Documentation
MSCB31/2" Construction Cube with 8-32 Tapped Holes
$14.84
Today
RM1FA Support Documentation
RM1FA1" Construction Cube with 8-32 Tapped Holes
$23.64
Today
RM1F Support Documentation
RM1F1" Construction Cube with 1/4"-20 Tapped Holes
$23.64
Today
+1 Qty Docs Part Number - Metric Price Available
MSCB3/M Support Documentation
MSCB3/M12.7 mm Construction Cube with M4 x 0.7 Tapped Holes
$14.84
7-10 Days
RM1FA/M Support Documentation
RM1FA/M25 mm Construction Cube with M4 x 0.7 Tapped Holes
$23.64
Today
RM1F/M Support Documentation
RM1F/M25 mm Construction Cube with M6 x 1.0 Tapped Holes
$23.64
Today
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Counterbored Construction Cubes

RM1G Corner
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Item #QtyDescription
RS63Ø1" Pillar Post, 1/4"-20 Taps, L = 6"
RM1G11" Construction Cube, Three 1/4" (M6) Counterbored Holes
SH25LP3811/4"-20 Low-Profile Channel Screw, 3/8" Long, 100 Pack
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Item #QtyDescription
RS150/M3Ø25.0 mm Pillar Post, M6 Taps, L = 150 mm
RM1G11" Construction Cube, Three 1/4" (M6) Counterbored Holes
SH6M10LP1M6 x 1.0 Low-Profile Channel Screw, 10 mm Long, 100 Pack
RM1G Linking Three Ø1" Pillar Posts
RM1S Corner
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Item #QtyDescription
XE25L12225 mm Square Construction Rail, 12" Long, 1/4"-20 Taps
RM1G11" Construction Cube, Three 1/4" (M6) Counterbored Holes
SH25LP3811/4"-20 Low-Profile Channel Screw, 3/8" Long, 100 Pack
TB41Black Hardboard, 24" x 24" (610 mm x 610 mm), 3/16" (4.76 mm) Thick, 3 Sheets
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Item #QtyDescription
XE25L300/M225 mm Square Construction Rail, 300 mm Long, M6 Taps
RM1G11" Construction Cube, Three 1/4" (M6) Counterbored Holes
SH6M10LP1M6 x 1.0 Low-Profile Channel Screw, 10 mm Long, 100 Pack
TB41Black Hardboard, 24" x 24" (610 mm x 610 mm), 3/16" (4.76 mm) Thick, 3 Sheets
RM1S Slotted Cube Securing a Hardboard Enclosure Wall
Low-Profile Channel Screws

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Low-Profile Channel Screws in RM1G
  • RM1G: Counterbored on Three Sides
  • RM1S: Counterbored on Three Sides and Slotted to Accommodate Enclosure Walls
  • One-Piece Aluminum Construction for Excellent Rigidity
  • Parallel and Perpendicular to Within 0.002" (0.05 mm)

These Construction Cubes contain three 1/4" (M6) counterbores on adjacent faces. They can be connected to up to three optomechanical components by tightening our Low-Profile Channel Screws (sold below) through the counterbores, as shown in the images to the right. In addition, the RM1S cube has slotted corners to accept posterboard and hardboard walls for the construction of light-tight optical enclosures. Since both these cubes are machined from a single block of aluminum, they are ideal for constructions that need to be as sturdy as possible. 

If compatibility with more than three optomechanical components is needed, or if components are to be placed on opposing faces, please consider the RM1F Construction Cube below.

Based on your currency / country selection, your order will ship from Newton, New Jersey  
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RM1G Support Documentation
RM1G1" Construction Cube, Three 1/4" (M6) Counterbored Holes
$20.43
Today
RM1S Support Documentation
RM1S1" Construction Cube with Slotted Corners, Three 1/4" (M6) Counterbored Holes
$23.04
Today
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Low-Profile Channel Screws

Item # Threading Thread Length Hex Head Height Quantity Material
SH25LP38 1/4"-20 0.38" (9.7 mm) 1/8" 0.13" (3.2 mm) 100 Steel,
Black
Oxide
Finish
SH25LP63 0.63" (15.9 mm) 50
SH6M8LP M6 x 1.0 8 mm (0.31") 4 mm 4 mm (0.16") 50
SH6M10LP 10 mm (0.39") 100
SH6M16LP 16 mm (0.63") 50
Low-Profile Channel Screw
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Low-Profile Screw in RM1G Construction Cube
Standard Cap Screw
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Standard Cap Screw in RM1G Construction Cube

Our Low-Profile Channel Screws have a reduced cap head height relative to standard screws, permitting them to be used in tight spaces. In particular, they are recommended when neighboring screws are at a right angle and in close proximity, as in our XE25W3 Corner Cube or RM1G and RM1S Construction Cubes.

Shown to the right are a standard cap screw and a low-profile channel screw installed in an RM1G cube. The low-profile screw's shortened cap height prevents neighboring screws from interfering with each other.

The head of each screw also fits into XE rail channels for alternate construction methods, as outlined here.

Based on your currency / country selection, your order will ship from Newton, New Jersey  
+1 Qty Docs Part Number - Imperial Price Available
SH25LP38 Support Documentation
SH25LP381/4"-20 Low-Profile Channel Screw, 3/8" Long, 100 Pack
$27.56
Today
SH25LP63 Support Documentation
SH25LP631/4"-20 Low-Profile Channel Screw, 5/8" Long, 50 Pack
$22.02
Today
+1 Qty Docs Part Number - Metric Price Available
SH6M8LP Support Documentation
SH6M8LPM6 x 1.0 Low-Profile Channel Screw, 8 mm Long, 50 Pack
$18.41
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SH6M10LP Support Documentation
SH6M10LPM6 x 1.0 Low-Profile Channel Screw, 10 mm Long, 100 Pack
$27.56
Today
SH6M16LP Support Documentation
SH6M16LPM6 x 1.0 Low-Profile Channel Screw, 16 mm Long, 50 Pack
$22.02
Today