Electronic Autocollimator offers 0.01 µrad resolution.

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Equipped with ±0.85° FOV eyepiece and PSD sensor, CONEX-LDS supports sampling frequency of 2 kHz, making it possible to observe and analyze rapid events such as structural vibrations. Controller, measuring 4 x 1.5 x 1.5 in. and integrated into optical head, supports RS-422 communications and provides angular measurement sensitivity of 0.01 µrad. CONEX-LDS is used for traditional metrology applications in production environments such as pitch, yaw, straightness, bearing eccentricity, and wobble.



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Newport Introduces CONEX-LDS - Ultra Compact, High-Precision Electronic Autocollimator



• New integrated controller features angular measurement sensitivity of 0.01 µrad



Irvine, CA –  Newport Corporation, a worldwide leader in laser and photonic solutions that Make, Manage and Measure Light®, introduces CONEX-LDS, an ultra-compact, high-precision electronic autocollimator.  The small and versatile controller is integrated into the optical head of the autocollimator, occupying only 4 in. x 1.5 in. x 1.5 in. (volume).



Newport's new instrument will replace the legacy LDS1000 to offer the same powerful 2 kHz data refresh rate enabling the analysis of resonance modes of structures, in a much smaller package.  The angular sensitivity of the high resolution controller is 0.01 µrad and is ideal for measuring very small angular variations and enabling extremely accurate alignment procedures. CONEX-LDS is used for traditional metrology applications in production environments such as pitch, yaw, straightness, bearing eccentricity and wobble.  It is also well-suited for all high precision industrial applications that require non-contact alignment and angular measurement. 



The compact and portable design, the integrated ±0.85 degree field of view (FOV) eyepiece, plus the included mounting accessories enable quick setup on site and/or on the production floor.  The autocollimator is equipped with a PSD sensor, selected for its fast response time.  The architecture supports, via the analog outputs, a sampling frequency of 2 kHz, making it possible to observe and analyze very rapid events such as structural vibrations. For added convenience, the embedded controller supports RS-422 communication, which is USB-compatible via the CONEX-USB-RS422 converter.



Each unit is individually tested and delivered with a calibration and certification report.  The Class II laser device is safe to operate and comes with easy-to-use software.  For more information about Newport’s new CONEX-LDS ultra-compact, high-precision electronic autocollimator, please visit:  http://www.newport.com/CONEX-LDS.



About Newport Corporation

Newport Corporation is a leading global supplier of advanced-technology products and systems to customers in the scientific research, microelectronics manufacturing, aerospace and defense/security, life and health sciences and precision industrial manufacturing markets.  Newport’s innovative solutions leverage its expertise in high-power semiconductor, solid-state and ultrafast lasers, photonics instrumentation, sub-micron positioning systems, vibration isolation, optical subsystems and precision automation to enhance the capabilities and productivity of its customers’ manufacturing, engineering and research applications.  Newport is part of the Standard Poor’s SmallCap 600 Index and the Russell 2000 Index.



Company Contacts:

Kim Abair

Director, Global Marketing

Tel: 800-222-6440 / +1 949-863-3144

E-mail: kim.abair@newport.com



Beda Espinoza

Sr. Manager, Motion Products

Tel: 949-253-1247

E-mail: beda.espinoza@newport.com












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