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PKS 1

PKS 1 – Description

The PKS 1 tilting mirror system was developed for fast, fine mirror adjustment.  It can be used with ½-inch and 1-inch mirrors. For laser beam stabilization the PKS 1 can be integrated into the beam line easily. The compact design and high stiffness are a perfect match for dynamic applications. Laser beam steering can be realized in nearly real time.

The piezo-driven range of fine adjustment of 1 mrad can be offset in a range of ±2° by using the fine-thread thumb screws. The controlling voltage range is -20 V to 130 V, and the resolution accuracy is dependent upon the noise level of the applied control signal.

Cable configuration can be changed for OEM applications upon request. The series PKS is adaptable to vacuum conditions.

Technical Data

UNITPKS 1, 1/2″ MirrorPKS 1, 1″ Mirror
Part #K-700-00K-701-00
AxesX, YX, Y
Tilting Range Open-Loop (±10%)mrad11
Resolution Open-Loop*µrad0.0020.002
Dimensionsmm48 x 31 x 3652.5 x 52.5 x 36
Weightg84 without mirror140 without mirror
*The resolution is only limited by the noise of the control signal.

PSH 25

PSH 25 – Description

The PSH 25 serves the fast and precise positioning of optical components. Mirrors or prisms can be positioned in the mrad range at up to several hundred kilohertz.

This tip-tilt steering mirror platform is characterized by the positioning of optical components in two axes. A tilting range of up to ±20 mrad (open loop) / ±16 mrad (closed loop) is available. Another key feature is the easy exchange of different optical components.

The tilting system PSH 25 can be equipped with an integrated strain gauge positioning sensor. Positions can be controlled very exactly and a previously established tilt range can be set and repeated.

Optics and optical components in various sizes can be mounted on to this tilting system.

Technical Data

UNITPSH 25PSH 25 SG
Part #K-125-00K-125-01
AxesX, YX, Y
Tilting Range Open Loopmrad±20±20
Resolution Open Loop*µrad0.20.2
Resolution Closed Loopµrad0.3
Dimensionsmm60 x 60 x 40.560 x 60 x 40.5
Weightg350350
*The resolution is only limited by the noise of the control signal.

PSH 10/2

PSH 10/2 – Description

The PSH 10/2 mirror positioning system consists of 4 piezoelectric actuators – 2 stacks for each axis, controlled in conjunction with each other. These actuators provide tilt to the top plate on 2 rectangular axes. Their construction is temperature compensated so that changes of the surrounding temperature do not affect the tilting angle. This tilting positioning stage is designed for “plus-minus tilting”. Mirror mounts are pre-loaded, thus they are well suited for dynamic applications.

The high resonant frequency of this mirror positioning systems also allows for excellent dynamic operation. An integrated strain gauge measurement system is available for closed-loop application.

Technical Data

UNITPSH 10/2PSH 10/2 SG
Part #K-110-00K-110-01
AxesX, YX, Y
Max. Tilt Per Axis in Open-Loop (±10%)mrad±4
Max. Tilt Per Axis in Closed-Loop (±0.2%)mrad±4
Resolution in Open-Loop*µrad0.02
Resolution in Closed-Loop*µrad0.2
Dimensionsmm22 x 22 x 47.522 x 22 x 53
Weightg5295
*The resolution is only limited by the noise of the power amplifier and metrology.

PSH 5/2

PSH 5/2 – Description

The PSH 5/2 mirror positioning system consists of 4 piezoelectric actuators – 2 stacks for each axis, controlled in conjunction with each other. These actuators provide tilt to the top plate on 2 rectangular axes. Their construction is temperature compensated so that changes in the surrounding temperature do not affect the tilting angle. The tilting positioning stage is designed for “plus-minus tilting”. Mirror mounts are preloaded, thus they are well suited for dynamic applications.

The high resonant frequency of the mirror positioning systems also allow for excellent dynamic operation. An integrated strain gauge measurement system is available for closed-loop applications.

Technical Data

UNITPSH 5/2PSH 5/2 SG
Part #K-105-00K-105-01
AxesX, YX, Y
Max. Tilt Per Axis in Open-Loop (±10%)mrad±2
Max. Tilt Per Axis in Closed-Loop (±0.2%)mrad±2
Resolution in Open-Loop*µrad0.01
Resolution in Closed-Loop*µrad0.1
Dimensionsmm22 x 22 x 29.522 x 22 x 35
Weightg4085
*The resolution is only limited by the noise of the power amplifier and metrology.

PSH 4

PSH 4 – Description

The PSH 4 mirror tilting system series consists of two active piezoelectric actuators. The actuators provide tilt to the top plate on up to 3 axes. By using all actuators in unison the top plate has a piston movement up to 8 µm. The other two axes are perpendicular to each other.

The stage construction is temperature compensated so that changes in environmental temperature do not affect tilting angle. The tilting mirror mounts are pre-loaded, thus they are well suited for dynamic applications. A core benefit of this stage is a high resonant frequency – which can provide sub-msec response time.

A closed-loop version with integrated positioning control is available for high positioning linearity and repeatability. Non-magnetic material and other customer size requirements are available upon request. The PSH 4 mirror positioning system series is designed for mirrors and optical components up to 50 mm in diameter.

For mounting of other components on the top plate, thread and pin holes are available. A special mounting clamp can be provided for these systems to avoid torque forces between the housing and top plate when mounting a mirror or other components.

Technical Data

Top PlateUNITPSH 4PSH 4 SG
Part #Type A, 1″K-204-30K-204-31
Type B, 1.5″K-204-40K-204-41
AxesX, ZX, Z
Tilting Range Open-Loop (±10%)*mrad ( ˚ )4
Tilting Range Closed-Loop (±0.2%)*mrad ( ˚ )3.2
Resolution**µrad0.0080.08
Dimensionsmm25 x 25 x 5125 x 25 x 59
Weightg83115
*Typical value measured with NV 40/3 controller (closed-loop: NV 40/3 CLE). **The resolution is only limited by the noise of the power amplifier and metrology.