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- Beam Displacement Modules for Wavelengths from 350 to 5000 nm
- Aperture Plates for Optical Beam Alignment
HWXYT-C
Beam Displacement Module
AP1.5
Ø1.8 mm Aperture Plate
VRC2D05
IR Alignment Disk
AP1.5
Mounted on a FiberBench
(Using FT-SM05)
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Thorlabs offers alignment tools designed for our FiberBench systems, including XY Tweaker Modules, Aperture Plates, and Alignment Disks. The XY tweaker modules allow for the compensation of beam drift by enabling up to ±500 µm of positional displacement parallel to the optical axis. They are antireflection (AR) coated for one of five wavelength ranges: A (350 - 700 nm), B (650 - 1050 nm), C (1050 - 1620 nm), D (1650 - 3000 nm), or E (2000 - 5000 nm). Please see the Graphs tab for more details on the AR coating options.
The Aperture Plates can be utilized to measure beam size and block unwanted light in an optical system. They are available with an Ø1.8 mm or Ø2.5 mm aperture. In addition, we offer UV-VIS, VIS-IR, and IR alignment disks that emit visible light when exposed to UV-VIS, VIS-IR, and IR electromagnetic radiation, respectively. These disks include a central alignment hole for partial beam transmission.
The FBSM Photodiode Mount allows our S130 Series Slim Photodiode Sensors to be mounted vertically into FiberBench systems.
| FiberBench Accessories | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| FiberPorts | Optic Mounts | Alignment Tools | Polarizers |
| Beamsplitter Modules | Mirror Modules | Rotating Wave Plates | FiberBenches |
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The blue shaded region indicates the specified 650 - 1050 nm wavelength range for optimum performance. Performance outside of the specified range is not guaranteed and varies from lot to lot.
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The blue shaded region indicates the specified 350 - 700 nm wavelength range for optimum performance. Performance outside of the specified range is not guaranteed and varies from lot to lot.
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The blue shaded region indicates the specified 1.65 - 3.0 µm wavelength range for optimum performance. Performance outside of the specified range is not guaranteed and varies from lot to lot.
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The blue shaded region indicates the specified 1050 - 1620 nm wavelength range for optimum performance. Performance outside of the specified range is not guaranteed and varies from lot to lot.
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The blue shaded region indicates the specified 2.0 - 5.0 µm wavelength range for optimum performance. Performance outside of the specified range is not guaranteed and varies from lot to lot.
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Marco de Peuter
(posted 2021-07-30 07:22:24.633) Dear Thorlabs,
Few weeks ago, I ordered few AP1.5 - 1.5mm Alignment tool.
Despite the description, I noticed that the aperture dimension is 1.8mm instead of 1.5 mm. Also, according to the drawing/ step files of the product, the hole size is not correct (1.8 mm instead of 1.5mm).
I just wanted to inform you.
Best regards,
Marco de Peuter YLohia
(posted 2021-07-30 02:54:18.0) Hello Marco, thank you for your feedback and bringing this to our attention! We will correct the web documentation as soon as possible. |
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Figure G1.1 Calculated Beam Displacement of UVFS and CaF2 Tweaker Plates as a Function of Angle of Incidence
- Use for Beam Steering with Sub-mm Level Precision
- Vertical and Horizontal Beam Displacement
- Five AR Coatings Avaliable:
- A (350 - 700 nm)
- B (650 - 1050 nm)
- C (1050 - 1620 nm)
- D (1650 - 3000 nm)
- E (2000 - 5000 nm)
- UV Fused Silica (UVFS) and Calcium Fluoride (CaF2) Substrates
- Use as a Variable Attenuator with 0 - 20 dB Range with Steps of Roughly 0.5 dB
- Use to Correct Known Offsets of System Optics
- Please Contact Tech Support for More Information or Special Requests
The XY Tweaker Module consists of a precision-polished, AR-coated, plane-parallel plate mounted on a magnetic ball and socket for 360° rotation. The module allows for quick and precise displacement of a beam parallel to the optical axis, thus enabling several hundred microns of positional correction in increments of roughly 10 µm depending on the dexterity of the user. The plates are offered with a thickness of 2.5 mm and can be rotated and tilted in nearly any orientation. The beam is consequently displaced parallel to the optical axis by as much as 500 µm, as shown in Figure G1.1. However, the performance of the AR coating on these optics deteriorates at angles of incidence beyond 30°. For general information about optical coating performance, please see our optical coatings guide.
| Item # | AR Coating Range | Ravg | Substrate |
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| HWXYT-A | 350 - 700 nm | <0.5% | UV Fused Silica |
| HWXYT-B | 650 - 1050 nm | <0.5% | UV Fused Silica |
| HWXYT-C | 1050 - 1620 nm | <0.5% | UV Fused Silica |
| HWXYT-D | 1650 - 3000 nm | <1.0% | CaF2 |
| HWXYT-E | 2000 - 5000 nm | <1.25% | CaF2 |
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Figure G1.2 Lateral Beam Displacement Equation
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- Mounts in FT-SM05 Ø1/2" Optic Mount
- Ø1.8 mm or Ø2.5 mm Aperture Available
Aperture Plates are a useful tool for system alignment or to measure beam size. The aperture plate should be mounted into the Ø1/2" optic mount (as shown in Figure G2.1) and then used to establish an optical center line in a FiberBench system. It is also useful for blocking stray light or other unwanted light in an optical system. For applications that require smaller apertures, we also offer Stainless Steel Pinholes with pinhole diameters from 1 µm to 2 mm in SM05-threaded housings that can be mounted in the same FT-SM05 optic mount.
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Click to Enlarge- Central Ø0.9 mm Hole Allows Partial Beam Transmission for Alignment
- Ideal for Use as a Drop-In Alignment Guide
- Use with Our Ø1/2" Optical Component Holders
These alignment disks are ideally used as drop-in tools to simplify active alignment of setups which incorporate light sources from the UV to IR range. A small Ø1.5 mm hole at the center enables beams to be aligned with the optical axis of our mounts or lens tubes. The active materials on the VRC1D05, VRC3D05, and VRC4D05 disks do not require charging and will emit light persistently when exposed to light in their absorption bands. The active materials on the VRC2D05 and VRC7D05 disks require charging by visible light; when charged and exposed to light in their respective absorption bands, the disks will emit visible light.
| Item # | Absorption Band(s) | Emission Band | Sensitvity Graph | Requires Charging |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VRC1D05 | 250 - 540 nm | 450 to 750 nm |  |
No |
| VRC3D05 | 300 - 540 nm | 520 - 700 nm |  |
No |
| VRC2D05 | 400 - 640 nm 800 - 1700 nm |
~580 to 750 nm |  |
Yes |
| VRC7D05 | 700 - 1400 nm | 550 - 700 nm |  |
Yes |
| VRC4D05 | 790 - 840 nm, 870 - 1070 nm, 1500 - 1590 nm |
~520 to 580 nm |  |
No |
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Click for Details Figure 587A S130C Photodiode Sensor Mounted in FiberBench System Using FBSM Adapter
- Compatible with Thorlabs Slim Photodiode Power Sensors
- Enables Integration with Single- and Multi-Axis FiberBench Systems
- Adds VIS/IR Target Around Sensor
The FBSM FiberBench Mount enables stable mounting of our slim photodiode sensors into our FiberBench systems. A side-located setscrew with a 0.050" (1.3 mm) hex can be used to lock the sensor in place. The mount has dowel pins for compatibility with FiberBenches and an optical axis height of 0.56" (14.2 mm) to match other FiberBench components. The target around the aperture uses the same material as our VRC2 Laser Viewing Card and is sensitive to light between the wavelength ranges of 400 - 645 nm and 800 - 1700 nm.
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