Motorized Kinematic Mount
- Motorized Tip/Tilt Ø1" Mirror Mount
- Ideal for OEM Applications
KDC101
Controller for
the KS1-Z9
(2 Required,
Shown with Included Mounting Plate)
KS1-Z9
Motorized Kinematic Mount
OVERVIEW
Features
- Ultra Stable Ø1" Mirror Mounts
- Two Motorized Actuators, One Manual Actuator
- ±4° Pitch and Yaw Adjustment
Thorlabs offers the popular Ultra-Stable KS1 Ø1" mirror mount in a motorized version. The KS1-Z9 mount comes with two of our Z912 12 mm Motorized Actuators and includes a 1/4"-80 threaded adjuster, which allows for greater pitch and yaw adjustment over standard two adjuster mounts. The mount is fabricated from black anodized aluminum.
The two Z912 DC Actuators are equipped with commercial grade internal limit switches to provide overdrive protection. The motors also have an encoder to provide 1.1 arcsec angular step size. Two KDC101 K-Cube™ DC servo motor controllers are required for use with KS1-Z9 motorized mount, one for each channel. The KDC101 and compatible power supplies are not included with the motorized kinematic mount, but are available below.
Please refer to the Actuator Specs tab for more information on these motorized actuators.
ACTUATOR SPECS
Z912 Actuators
| Item # | Z912 |
|---|---|
| Mounting Barrel | 1/4"-80 Threaded |
| Travel Range | 12 mm (0.47") |
| Encoder Resolutiona | 34,555 counts/mm (Linear Displacement) |
| Maximum Pushing Force | 45 N |
| Homing Repeatability | ±6 µm |
| Uncompensated Backlash | 13 µm |
| Uncompensated Bidirectional Repeatability | ±7 µm |
| Residual Backlash After Compensationb | 0.7 µm |
| Compensated Bidirectional Repeatability | ±0.7 µm |
| Travel Accuracyc | 9 µm |
| Minimum Repeatable Incremental Movement | 0.2 µm |
| Maximum Speedd | 2.6 mm/s |
| Maximum Acceleration | 4 mm/s2 |
| Maximum Phase to Phase Resistance | 33.0 Ω (Max) |
| Maximum Phase to Phase Inductance | 0.6 mH (Max) |
| Tested Lifetimee | >100,000 Cycles |
| Operating Temperature Range | 41 to 104 °F (5 to 40 °C) |
| Weight | 0.13 kg |
| Motor Typef | DC Servo |
| Cable Length | 485.0 mm (19.09") |
| Required Controller | KDC101 |
How to Calculate the Linear Displacement per Encoder Count
For the Z912, there are 512 encoder counts per revolution of the motor. The output shaft of the motor goes into a 67.49:1 planetary gear head. This requires the motor to rotate 67.49 times to rotate the 1.0 mm pitch lead screw one revolution. The end result is the lead screw advances by 1.0 mm.
The linear displacement of the actuator per encoder count is given by
512 x 67.49 = 34,555 encoder counts per revolution of the lead screw,
whereas the linear displacement of the lead screw per encoder count is given by
1.0 mm / 34,555 counts = 2.9 x 10-5 mm (29 nm).
KINESIS SOFTWARE
Software
Kinesis Version 1.14.50
The Kinesis Software Package, which includes a GUI for control of Thorlabs' Kinesis system controllers.
Also Available:
- Communications Protocol
Kinesis GUI Screen
Thorlabs offers the Kinesis® software package to drive our wide range of motion controllers. The software can be used to control devices in the Kinesis family, which covers a wide variety of motion controllers ranging from small, low-powered, single-channel drivers (such as the K-Cubes™) to high-power, multi-channel benchtop units and modular 19" rack nanopositioning systems (the MMR60x Rack System).
The Kinesis Software features .NET controls which can be used by 3rd party developers working in the latest C#, Visual Basic, LabVIEW™, or any .NET compatible languages to create custom applications. Low-level DLL libraries are included for applications not expected to use the .NET framework and APIs are included with each install. A Central Sequence Manager supports integration and synchronization of all Thorlabs motion control hardware.
By providing this common software platform, Thorlabs has ensured that users can mix and match any of our motion control devices in a single application, while only having to learn a single set of software tools. In this way, it is perfectly feasible to combine any of the controllers from single-axis to multi-axis systems and control all from a single, PC-based unified software interface.
The software package allows two methods of usage: graphical user interface (GUI) utilities for direct interaction with and control of the controllers 'out of the box', and a set of programming interfaces that allow custom-integrated positioning and alignment solutions to be easily programmed in the development language of choice.
DC Servo Motorized Mirror Mount
- Motorized ±4° Tip/Tilt Adjustment
- Angular Step Size (Repeatable): 1.1 arcsec (5.3 µrad)
- 34,555 counts/revolutions Rotary Encoder
- Commercial-Grade Limit Switches Prevent Motor Damage
- Required (Not Included, Sold Separately Below):
- Two KDC101 Brushed DC Servo Motor Controllers
- Power Supply
The KS1-Z9 features an Ultra-Stable KS1 Ø1" mirror mount and combines it with two Z912 12 mm Motorized Actuators. Higher precision adjustments can be made with the motorized actuators than with manual adjusters. The mount also features one 1/4"-80 adjuster, which allows for greater pitch and yaw adjustment over standard two adjuster kinematic mounts, while also providing Z-translation. This manual adjuster can be removed and replaced with a motorized actutor, for full motorized adjustment (see the photo to the right).
Part Number | Description | Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
KS1-Z9 | DC Motorized Ultra-Stable Kinematic Ø1" Mirror Mount | $1,973.94 | Today |
K-Cube™ DC Servo Motor Controller
Click to EnlargeKCH601 USB Controller Hub (Sold Separately) with Installed K-Cube™ Modules
- Front Panel Velocity Wheel and Digital Display for Controlling Motorized Stages or Actuators
- Two Bidirectional Trigger Ports to Read or Control External Equipment
- Interfaces with Computer Using Included USB Cable
- Fully Compatible with Kinesis® Software Package
- Compact Footprint: 60.0 mm x 60.0 mm x 49.2 mm (2.42" x 2.42" x 1.94")
- Power Supply Not Included (See Below)
Thorlabs' KDC101 K-Cube Brushed DC Motor Controller provides local and computerized control of a single motor axis. It features a top-mounted control panel with a velocity wheel that supports four-speed bidirectional control with forward and reverse jogging as well as position presets. A backlit digital display is also included that can have the backlit dimmed or turned off using the top-panel menu options. The front of the unit contains two bidirectional trigger ports that can be used to read a 5 V external logic signal or output a 5 V logic signal to control external equipment. Each port can be independently configured.
The unit is fully compatible with our Kinesis software package. Please see the Kinesis Software tab for more information.
Please note that this controller does not ship with a power supply. Compatible power supplies are listed below. Additional information can be found on the main KDC101 DC Servo Motor Controller page.
Part Number | Description | Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
KDC101 | K-Cube Brushed DC Servo Motor Controller (Power Supply Not Included) | $772.66 | 3 Weeks |
Compatible Power Supplies
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Each KPS201 power supply includes one region-specific adapter, which can be selected upon checkout.
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The KPS201 Power Supply Unit
- Individual Power Supply
- KPS201: For K-Cubes™ or T-Cubes™ with 3.5 mm Jacks
- USB Controller Hubs Provide Power and Communications
- KCH301: For up to Three K-Cubes or T-Cubes
- KCH601: For up to Six K-Cubes or T-Cubes
The KPS201 power supply outputs +15 VDC at up to 2.66 A and can power a single K-Cube or T-Cube with a 3.5 mm jack. It plugs into a standard wall outlet.
The KCH301 and KCH601 USB Controller Hubs each consist of two parts: the hub, which can support up to three (KCH301) or six (KCH601) K-Cubes or T-Cubes, and a power supply that plugs into a standard wall outlet. The hub draws a maximum current of 10 A; please verify that the cubes being used do not require a total current of more than 10 A. In addition, the hub provides USB connectivity to any docked K-Cube or T-Cube through a single USB connection.
For more information on the USB Controller Hubs, see the full web presentation.
Part Number | Description | Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
KPS201 | 15 V, 2.66 A Power Supply Unit with 3.5 mm Jack Connector for One K- or T-Cube | $40.33 | 3 Weeks |
KCH301 | USB Controller Hub and Power Supply for Three K-Cubes or T-Cubes | $598.63 | 3 Weeks |
KCH601 | USB Controller Hub and Power Supply for Six K-Cubes or T-Cubes | $724.52 | Lead Time |