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DCP1 with ND Filter Snapping into an Existing 30 mm Cage Segment

• Easy Insertion and Removal of a Ø1" Optic Within an Assembled 30 mm Cage System
• Flexure Lock Securely Clamps to Cage Rods
• Two Optic Retention Options
  • DCP1: SM1-Threaded (1.035"-40) with Two SM1RR Retaining Rings
  • DCP1A: Double Bored with Nylon-Tipped Setscrew

These Drop-In Cage Mounts allow Ø1" optics to be easily inserted into or removed from an assembled 30 mm cage structure. The cage mounts clamp to 30 mm cage rods across a diagonal, rather than to adjacent cage rods. To insert one of these mounts into a cage system, hold the mount diagonally and slide it between two cage rods, as illustrated in the photo to the right. Then twist the mount and snap it onto the cage rods before tightening the cap screw in each flexure clamp using a 5/64" (2.0 mm) hex key (not included).

The DCP1 features an SM1-threaded (1.035"-40) bore that can hold Ø1" optics up to 0.24" (6.1 mm) thick using the two included SM1RR retaining rings. Unlike our other quick-release cage mounts, the DCP1 can also be used with optics mounted inside SM1L03 lens tubes. For example, all of our SM1-threaded ND filters can be used with this cage mount. Longer lens tubes will block the cage mount from fitting into the cage system. The DCP1A features a Ø1" double bore with a nylon-tipped 5/64" (2.0 mm) setscrew for securing optics at least 0.22" (5.6 mm) thick. The setscrew retention design allows optics to be easily removed from the cage mount for quick optic changes.

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QRC1A Quick-Release Clamp Mounted Within a 30 mm Cage System

• One-Handed Installation of a Ø1" Optic Within an Assembled 30 mm Cage System
• Dovetail Design with Spring-Loaded Release Provides Smooth Clamping Action
• Internal SM1 (1.035"-40) Threads Accept Optics Up to 0.14" (3.6 mm) Thick
• Two SM1RR Retaining Rings Included

The QRC1A cage mount is equipped with a spring-loaded dovetail clamp that secures or releases the cage mount to two of the four ER rods in the cage structure. The cage mount has internal SM1 threading that allows for optics up to 0.14" (3.6 mm) thick to be secured with the two included SM1RR retaining rings.

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STK01 Removable 30 mm Cage Mount Being Mounted Within a 30 mm Cage System

• Easy Placement and Removal of a Ø1" Optic Within an Assembled 30 mm Cage System
• Two Swing Latches Quickly Attach to Cage Rods
• SM1 (1.035"-40) Tapped Hole Accepts Optics Up to 0.19" (4.9 mm) Thick
• Two SM1RR Retaining Rings Included

The STK01 cage mount allows Ø1" optics to be inserted or removed from a closed 30 mm cage structure. The cage mount uses two swinging latches that are locked in place with four 5/64" (2 mm) hex locking screws. Optics 1" in diameter and up to 0.19" (4.9 mm) thick can be secured in the cage plate using the included two SM1RR retaining rings.

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The CP360R snaps into pre-assembled cage systems, and can be used to mount optics both off-axis (such as a mirror mounted at 45°, shown on the right above) or on-axis.

• Flexure Clamping Mechanism for Secure Cage Mounting without Disassembly
• 360° Rotation for On- and Off-Axis Optic Alignment
• SM1-Threaded (1.035"-40) Optic Cell Accepts Optics up to 7 mm Thick
• Two SM1RR Retaining Rings Included

The CP360R(/M) drop-in cage mount allows for 360° rotation of a Ø1" optic within a 30 mm cage system. To insert one of these mounts into a cage system, turn the optic perpendicular to the optical axis, and snap the mount onto adjacent cage rods before tightening the setscrew in each flexure clamp using a 0.05" (1.3 mm) hex key (not included).

The optic can be rotated via the knurled knob or 3/16" (5.0 mm) hex, and the optic mount's pivot position can then be locked via a 0.05" (1.3 mm) hex. An engraved scale indicates the angle of the optic, with tick marks every 5°. Please note that when using with beamsplitters, the clear aperture will be an ellipse with a minor axis of approximately 0.315" (8 mm) when used at 45° AOI.

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The front plate of the CP44F assembly is held in place using magnets.

• 30 mm Cage Compatible Back Plate
• Magnetically Coupled Mounting Carriage
• Accepts Ø1" (25.4 mm) Optics up to 0.20" (5.1 mm) Thick
• Back Plate and Mounting Carriage Have Internal SM1 Threading
• One SM1RR Retaining Ring Included

The CP44F consists of a back plate compatible with the 30 mm cage system and a mounting carriage (front plate) that is magnetically coupled with pairs of rare earth magnets to the back plate. For stability, precision, and repeatability, the mounting carriage contacts the back plate at three points. Each point of contact is a ball bearing on the mounting carriage resting in the groove formed by two parallel steel pins. Since the axes defined by the three sets of pins share a common point of intersection, the system is properly constrained (kinematic). The mounting carriage can be easily inserted or removed from the fully assembled cage system by separating it from the back plate, rotating it sideways, and then extracting it from the cage.

The internal SM1 threading allows components up to 0.20" (5.1 mm) thick to be secured in the mounting carriage with the included SM1RR retaining ring. Components with external SM1 threading, like the SM1A7 alignment guide, can be threaded onto the mounting carriage. However, components mounted in this way [OD = 1.2" (30 mm)] cannot extend more than 3/16" (4.7 mm) beyond the face of the mounting carriage without sacrificing the ability to remove the mounting carriage and component from a closed cage system.

Both the CP44F and CP44F-B cage rod through holes have side-located M4 locking setscrews, which can be secured using a 5/64" (2 mm) balldriver or hex key.