The ThorLabs KM100P is a kinematic mount engineered for precise alignment and fine-tuning of optical components including prisms, cube beamsplitters, and corner cubes. Three adjustment screws deliver independent pitch and yaw control, enabling repeatable positioning within optical assemblies. The mount’s aluminum platform with black anodized finish provides a stable, durable foundation measuring 1.6″ × 1.0″ (40.6 mm × 25.4 mm). Hardened steel ball seats enhance mechanical durability under repeated adjustments.
Technical Specifications
• Platform Dimensions: 1.6″ × 1.0″ (40.6 mm × 25.4 mm)
• Material: Aluminum with black anodized finish
• Adjustment Mechanism: Kinematic with three adjustment screws
• Motion Control: Pitch and yaw adjustment
• Component Mounting Holes: Eight #6-32 tapped holes (metric version KM100P/M available with eight M4 taps)
• Clamping Arm Mounting: Tapped holes for PM1 or PM2 clamping arms
• Durability: Hardened steel ball seats – Key Features • Three-point kinematic adjustment enables fast, precise component alignment
• Compact footprint accommodates integration into constrained optical paths
• Multiple tapped hole options support diverse clamping and mounting configurations
• Black anodized aluminum construction balances weight and corrosion resistance
• Ball seat design minimizes wear during repeated adjustment cycles – Typical Applications • Prism alignment in spectroscopic systems
• Cube beamsplitter positioning and steering
• Corner cube retroreflector mounting
• Fine-tuning optical beam paths in laboratory and instrumentation setups – Compatibility & Integration The KM100P accepts ThorLabs PM1 or PM2 clamping arms for secure component retention. Standard #6-32 tapped holes accommodate common optical bench fastening hardware. A metric variant (KM100P/M) with M4 taps is available for systems using metric component libraries. Note: The KM100P has been discontinued; the KM100PM is the current replacement model.
