Cuvette Holder

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  • Holding cuvettes with dimensions of 12.5 mm × 12.5 mm × 45 mm
  • Beam height in Z-direction for cuvette: 8.5 mm
  • Side with SM1 threaded holes, compatible with 30 mm coaxial systems, bottom with M6 threaded holes, multiple mounting options available
  • Separate light-tight cover included
The LBTEK CMH1 Cuvette Holder is designed to hold cuvettes with dimensions of 12.5 mm × 12.5 mm × 45 mm, suitable for coaxial systems or free-space applications. The cuvette mount features four optical ports with SM1 threading, providing two perpendicular optical paths for measuring transmission or fluorescence. The two optical axes and the mounting axis of the bottom M6 threaded hole share a common crossing intersection point, allowing the mount to be rotated in free-space applications to maintain alignment of the optical axes. Typically, when purchasing cuvettes, a Z-direction dimension is specified, which is the height from the bottom of the cuvette to the center of the sample chamber window. The CMH1 and its accompanying fiber adapters are designed so that the beam height from the bottom of the cuvette is 8.5 mm.
Cuvette Holders with Fiber Optic Ports
  • Suitable for free-space and coaxial system applications
  • Comes with an interchangeable SMA fiber adapter
  • Comes with a Ø25.4 mm filter holder
  • Multiple mounting options available, compatible with Ø1-inch lens tubes, 30 mm coaxial systems, posts, etc.

The LBTEK Cuvette Holder with Fiber Optic Port CMH1 is designed to hold cuvettes measuring 12.5 mm × 12.5 mm × 45 mm with a Z-direction dimension of 8.5 mm. This holder features four SM1 optical ports on the side, compatible with SM1 lens tubes, and includes two SM1 protective end caps (SM1-C2) to cover unused ports, preventing dust from entering the components. The cuvette holder includes the following accessories: (1) An interchangeable SMA-to-SM1 fiber adapter, enabling direct connection of the cuvette holder to fiber-based light sources, detectors, or spectrometers for SMA-terminated fiber output. This adapter incorporates a fixed, non-removable uncoated aspheric condenser lens (AC4101: f=8 mm, NA=0.61). For applications requiring different lenses, the fiber adapter can be replaced with LBTEK's CMH1-FOT fiber adapter. (2) A CMH1-FH filter holder accommodating Ø25.4 mm filters with thicknesses ranging from 3.5 mm to 7 mm. The filter holder is positioned between the cuvette and one of the ports to achieve wavelength isolation of incident or emitted radiation. For quick filter replacement, LBTEK offers the Ø25.4 mm filter holder CMH1-FH for separate purchase. Users can select suitable accessories based on their specific requirements.

CMH1 Flexible Installation Method
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CMH1 SM1/48.5 mm$446.615 weeks
Ø25.4 mm Filter Holder
  • For Ø25.4 mm filter
  • Filter thickness range: 3.5 mm~7 mm
  • Sold separately

The Ø25.4 mm Filter Holder provided by LBTEK can be used with the CMH1 cuvette holder to achieve rapid switching of filters. This filter holder accommodates filters with a diameter of Ø25.4 mm and thickness between 3.5 mm to 7 mm, secured by M4 rubber-tipped set screws.

Ø1-inch filter holder for use with CMH1
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CMH1-FH Ø25.4 mm3.5 mm-7 mm$41.715 weeks
SMA to SM1 Fiber Adapters, with Ø1/2 Inch Lens Mounts
  • SMA to SM1 fiber adapter, used for CMH1 cuvette holder
  • SM05 internal thread, for mounting a Ø1/2 inch plano-convex lens in the optical path
  • SM1 external thread, compatible with the side port on CMH1
  • Including 6.8 mm and 9.6 mm long spacers and an SM05R retaining ring

The LBTEK SMA to SM1 Fiber Adapters can be used with Ø1/2-inch plano-convex collimating lenses and inserted into the optical path. This adapter can replace SMA fiber adapters that include CMH1. It comes with 6.8 mm and 9.6 mm spacers and an SM05R retaining ring for securing the lens. Note: This adapter does not include a lens. Users can optionally select other plano-convex lenses provided by LBTEK, such as CX10304 and CX20304. To avoid damaging optical components when securing the retaining ring, it is recommended to use the OWR-05A retaining ring spanner wrench. When installing the plano-convex lens, the flat side should face the fiber.

CMH1-FOT without a lens

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CMH1-FOT 12.7 mm$80.015 weeks
Cuvette Holder Cover
  • Black light-tight cover for CMH1
  • Accommodates cuvettes up to 50 mm in height, including the stopper
  • POM material

The LBTEK Cuvette Holder Cover must be used in with the CMH1 cuvette holder. Its purpose is to protect the cuvette from stray light and ambient light entering from above the holder. When using this cover, it is recommended to install cuvettes with a maximum height of 50 mm, including any cap or plug. When using a 50 mm high cuvette, there will be a 4.8 mm clearance between the cuvette and the light shield cover. Additionally, the cover does not affect the compatibility of the cuvette holder with coaxial systems.

The cuvette space height is 54.8 mm, and the recommended maximum height for cuvettes is 50 mm.

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CMH1-SC CMH1$17.915 weeks
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