Spatial Filters utilize optomechanical design.
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Modular Series 910A is offered with 9 focusing objectives and 11 pinhole apertures. Optics are antireflection-coated for use over 400-700 nm range. Units feature 5-axis alignment, xy translation of pinhole, and true gimabling of entire assembly. Adjustments are made with high-resolution screws, and independent locks hold adjustment mechanism to maintain alignment. Filters are suited for applications that require visible laser beam free of spatial inhomogeneities.
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Newport's New 910A Spatial Filters Offer Improved Performance, Stability and Flexibility
Irvine, California - November 4, 2003 - Newport Corporation's new 910A Series Spatial Filters utilize a novel optomechanical design that enables more rapid alignment and precise adjustment, and delivers greater long-term stability than anything previously available. The modular 910A Series is offered with a selection of nine different focusing objectives and 11 pinhole apertures, which can be easily changed for maximum operational flexibility. The optics are all antireflection coated for use over the 400 nm to 700 nm wavelength range.
The 910A Series Spatial Filters are versatile laboratory tools ideal for use in any application that requires a visible laser beam free of spatial inhomogeneities. Typical uses include investigations in holography, interferometry, laser-based imaging and metrology in the semiconductor, communications, life science and research markets.
The 910A Series feature five-axis alignment - xy translation of the pinhole, plus true gimbaling of the entire assembly. These adjustments are accomplished with high-resolution (100 threads/inch) screws, featuring large diameter knobs for extremely sensitive and precise adjustment. Translation along the optical axis is also provided via a knurled ring, which does not cause rotation of the pinhole, thus maximizing axial stability. Independent locks for each axis of translation and rotation securely hold the adjustment mechanism itself, not just the actuator screws, in order to maintain stable alignment. Moreover, engaging or disengaging each lock has negligible influence on position. These compact spatial filters are supplied with a removable slotted base plate for direct mounting to any surface with a ¼-20 on 1 inch, or M6-1.0 on 25 mm, hole pattern. Alternately, they can be post mounted using either a 8-32 or M4 threaded hole in the unit's lower surface.
More information about Newport opto-mechanical products is available on the company's Web site at www.newport.com.
About Newport Corporation
Newport Corporation is a leading global supplier of advanced technology products and systems to the semiconductor, communications, electronics and research markets. The company provides components and integrated subsystems to manufacturers of semiconductor processing equipment, advanced automated assembly and test systems to manufacturers of communications and electronics devices, and a broad array of high-precision components and instruments to commercial, academic and government customers worldwide. Newport's innovative solutions leverage its expertise in precision robotics and automation, sub-micron positioning systems, vibration isolation and optical subsystems to enhance the capabilities and productivity of its customers' manufacturing, engineering and research applications. Newport is part of the Standard & Poor's Midcap 400 Index and the Russell 2000 Index. For more information, visit www.newport.com, or contact the company at 1791 Deere Avenue, Irvine, California, 92606, USA, Tel. (In U.S.) (800) 222-6440; Tel: (949) 863-3144; Fax: (949) 253-1800.
Company Contact:
David Rossi
Director of Marketing
Tel: 949.863.3144
Fax: 419.818.2656
E-mail: drossi@newport.com
Tom Miller
Director of Product Marketing, Optics and Optomechanics
Tel: 949.253.1297
Fax: 949.253.1680
E-mail: tmiller@newport.com
