Free space rotation mount

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  • Suitable for installing anisotropic optical components (such as polarizing optical components)
  • Can rotate 360°
  • Bottom M4 threaded hole for connecting to optical post
  • Embedded mount consists of a mount inner ring and outer ring, with the inner ring and outer ring sold separately
  • Embedded mount allows quick switching between different optical components by replacing the inner ring
LBTEK free-space rotation mounts are designed for mounting anisotropic Optical Components (such as polarizers, wave plates, etc.), compatible with circular optical components in three sizes: Ø12.7 mm, Ø25.4 mm, and Ø50.8 mm, supporting 360° continuous rotation. The mount's engraved scale has an accuracy of 2°, with numerical scale markings every 20°, facilitating quick angle reading and repeatable positioning. A locking screw is provided on the side to secure the rotating body after adjustment, preventing position drift. An M4 threaded hole is located at the bottom for connecting to an optical post, making it easy to integrate into existing optical path systems. To meet different precision and application requirements, LBTEK offers mounts equipped with differential scales and differential micrometers, supporting differential reading for higher-precision angular adjustment. Additionally, mounts with a U-shaped slot on the top can accommodate LBTEK Ø6 mm coaxial system mounting posts, facilitating alignment with coaxial systems. This product is widely applicable in polarization optics experiments, quantum optics, Laser optical path alignment, and multi-axis positioning scenarios. LBTEK's embedded rotation mount consists of an outer ring (RME-1AS) and an inner ring (RME-1A). The inner ring features a scale dial, adjustable over 360°, with degree markings every 20° and a scale accuracy of 2°/division, suitable for mounting Ø25.4 mm optical components. The outer ring is equipped with a hand-tightened locking screw to secure the inner ring in place. Both the outer ring and inner ring can be purchased separately, allowing quick switching between different optical components by replacing the inner ring.
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Material6061-T6 Aluminum Alloy
Surface treatmentBlack anodized
Rod mounting threaded holeM4
Rotation angle360°
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RM-1ASN SM1 Retaining Ring InstallationNon-differential readingØ25.4 mm
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RM-1ADSN SM1 Retaining Ring Installation5′Ø25.4 mm
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Free-Space Rotation Mounts, One-Inch, with Micrometer Heads
  • 360° rotation, suitable for Ø25.4 mm optical components
  • Rotation dial scale accuracy 1°, differential scale accuracy 5′ (0.08°)
  • Micrometer with 10 main divisions and 50 sub-divisions, allowing ±5° adjustment with precision of 1.2′ (0.02°)
  • M4 threaded hole at bottom for connecting to optical posts
  • Maximum mounting thickness 12 mm for optical components

The Free-Space Rotation Mount provided by LBTEK is suitable for mounting Ø25.4 mm optical components and offers 360° rotation. The side thumb screw enables switching between coarse and fine adjustments. During coarse adjustment, the rotation dial has a scale accuracy of 1°, with differential line accuracy of 5′ (0.08°). For fine adjustment, the micrometer head provides an adjustment range of ±5° with an accuracy of 1.2′ (0.02°), and the micrometer head can be locked via the thumb screw on its top. The base features an M4 threaded hole for connecting to optical posts.

The RMS-1A Mounted on a Ø12.7 mm Stainless Steel Optical Post

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RMS-1A UpgradeØ25.4 mm12 mm1.2′(0.02°)
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Free Space Rotation Adjuster, Half Inch
  • Can accommodate Ø1/2 inch (Ø12.7 mm) optical components with a maximum thickness of 0.23 inches (5.9 mm)
  • 360° continuous coarse rotation with 2° coarse graduations
  • Fine adjustment range of ±7° via threaded adjuster when locked
  • Vernier accuracy of 10 arc minutes
  • Suitable for Ø1/2 inch polarization optics

The RMS-05A Rotating Mount is specifically designed for Ø1/2 inch optical elements, enabling 360° continuous manual coarse adjustment and backlash-free fine adjustment. Its SM05 (0.535"-40) internal threaded hole is compatible with Ø1/2 inch optical elements with a maximum thickness of 5.9 mm. The optical element is secured by the rear internal lip together with the standard SM05 retaining ring.

The outer edge of the rotating disk is equipped with a laser-etched scale with a minimum division of 2°, allowing for coarse adjustment via the knurled ring at the rear of the mount. The vernier reading multiplied by 2 converts to arcminutes. A built-in M3*3 set screw is used to lock the dial, working in conjunction with the adjustment screw for fine-tuning.

RMS-05A mounts on a Ø12.7 mm stainless steel optical post

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RMS-05A Ø12.7 mm5.9mm10′
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Free-Space Rotation Mounts, with Individually Adjustable Dials
  • 360° rotation, dial can be individually zeroed
  • Graduated dial accuracy of 2° per division, differential of 5′ per division
  • Optional SM1 or SM2 threaded mounting holes, includes one retaining ring
  • Accommodates optical components up to 13 mm thick
  • Smooth rotation achieved with two NSK precision bearings
The free-space rotation adjustment mount provided by LBTEK is suitable for mounting anisotropic optical components with diameters of Ø25.4 mm and Ø50.8 mm. It features 360° rotation with a scale accuracy of 2° per division, and a differential scale of 5′ per division. The side is equipped with a locking screw to secure the rotating body. The end face has two countersunk locking screws—when loosened, the dial can be adjusted independently for zeroing without affecting the optical component's position. This allows for aligning the optical axis of the waveplate with the dial after installation. Once the position is adjusted, tightening the countersunk screws fixes the dial in place. The base includes an M4 threaded hole for connecting to optical posts.
The dial can be zeroed individually and can be used for components such as wave plates.
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CMRMD1 Ø25.4 mm13 mm
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CMRMD2 Ø50.8 mm13 mm
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CMRM1S-15 15° incremental stepped rotation or 360° continuous rotation34.0 mmØ25.4 mm12 mm
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CMRM1S-225 22.5° incremental step rotation or 360° continuous rotation34.0 mmØ25.4 mm12 mm
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Free-space rotation mount, one inch.
  • 360° rotation, minimum accuracy 2°
  • SM1 threaded mounting hole, comes with one SM1R retaining ring
  • Bottom M4 threaded hole for connecting optical posts
  • Install optical components with a maximum thickness of 14 mm.
  • Utilizing two NSK precision bearings for smooth rotation.

LBTEK 1-inch free-space rotation mount is suitable for mounting Ø25.4 mm Optical Components (such as wave plates, polarizers, and other anisotropic optical components), supports 360° continuous rotation, with a scale accuracy of 2° and scale number markings every 20°; the side is equipped with a set screw to lock the rotating body after adjustment to prevent position drift; the bottom features an M4 threaded hole for connecting to an optical post, making it easy to integrate into existing optical path systems; this group offers three products to meet different functional requirements:

CMRM1: optical axis center height 27 mm, axial circular runout less than 30 μm, meeting the angle adjustment requirements of conventional polarizing elements, easy to operate, and cost-effective;
CMRM1-DR: rotation adjustment angle range 235° (360° rotation is not possible due to space occupied by accessories), when the graduation line is aligned with 0°, the digital display angle reads 90°±1° (due to machining errors of accessory mounting holes), optical axis center height 27 mm, axial circular runout less than 30 μm, comes with a detachable magnetic electronic digital angle readout, display resolution 0.05°, comprehensive angular recognition accuracy ±0.5°, which is higher than that of CMRM1, and provides more direct differential readings than CMRM1S without the need for differential calculation;

CMRM1S: optical axis center height is 27.7 mm, upgraded on the basis of CMRM1 functions, supports differential reading, enabling higher-precision angle reading; at the same time, the scale centerline is extended to the fast Axis direction of the wave plate or the polarization direction of the polarizer, allowing users to directly read the angular position of the fast Axis or polarization direction without additional conversion or marking; the top also features an additional differential scale, further enhancing convenience, making it suitable for precision polarization experiments requiring high angular accuracy

CMRM1-DR mounted on a Ø12.7 mm stainless steel optical post

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CMRM1S Ø25.4 mm27.7 mm5′
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CMRM1 Ø25.4 mm27 mm
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CMRM1-DR NewØ25.4 mm27 mmNon-differential reading
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Free-Space Rotation Mounts, Half-Inch, with U-Groove
  • 360° rotation with minimum 2° precision
  • SM05 threaded mounting hole, includes one SM05R retaining ring
  • Bottom M4 threaded hole for connecting to optical posts
  • Accommodates optical components up to 7.2 mm thick
  • Top features U-shaped groove

The LBTEK CMRM05 Free-Space Rotation Mount is designed for mounting Ø12.7 mm anisotropic optical components, featuring 360° rotation with 2° scale accuracy and numerical markings every 20°. It includes a side locking screw to secure the rotating body. The base is equipped with an M4 threaded hole for connecting to optical posts. The top features a U-shaped groove for installing LBTEK Ø6 mm coaxial system mounting posts, facilitating experimental alignment.

CMRM05 Mounted on Ø12.7mm Stainless Steel Optical Post

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CMRM05 Ø12.7 mm7.2 mm2°
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Free-Space Rotation Mounts, Half-Inch, without U-Groove
  • 360° rotation with minimum precision of 2°
  • SM05 threaded mounting hole, includes one SM05R retaining ring
  • Bottom M4 threaded hole for connecting to optical posts
  • Accommodates optical components with maximum thickness of 7.2 mm

The LBTEK CMRM05S Free-Space Rotation Mount is designed for mounting Ø12.7 mm anisotropic optical components, featuring 360° rotation with 2° scale accuracy and numerical markings every 20°. It includes a side locking screw to secure the rotating body and an M4 threaded hole at the base for connecting to optical posts.

CMRM05S Mounted on Ø12.7mm Stainless Steel Optical Post

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CMRM05S Ø12.7 mm7.2 mm2°
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