The optical blocks are compact units that contain components such
as bandpass filters and dichroic mirrors. They are designed for low-
light-level measurements that use PMT modules and high-sensitivity
cameras. Because their optical components are placed precisely
through the use of high-precision machining, the blocks shield light
superbly. Also, you can use the separate blocks in different combina-
tions by removing and attaching them with thumbscrews.
FEATURES
GEasy
to Attach / Detach
GNo
Alignment Required
GSuperb
Light-shielding Effect
GMakes
Low-Light-Level
Measurement Easy
COMPARISON WITH BASIC OPTICAL DEVICES
Mechanics
Light shield
Darkroom
environment
Integration
Holder
Stage
Optics
Filter
Mirror
Lens
Detector
PMT
Photodiode
Camera
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Product Name / Type No.
Adapter Block
A10030 Series
C-Mount
Adapter Block
A10039
Fiber Adapter Block
A10037 Series
Beam Expander Block
A10031
Joint Block
A10038 Series
Cuvette Holder Block
A11971
Shutter Block
A10036
ND Filter Block
A10032 Series
Filter Block
A10033 Series
Interchangeable
Filter Block
A10033-90
Dichroic Block
A10034 Series
Beam Splitter Block
A10035
Beam Splitter
Holder Block
A10035-90
Stage Block
A10858
Beam Aligner Block
A10760
Tube Lens Block
A10859 Series
Pinhole Holder Block
A11027
C-Mount Interchangeable
Filter Block
A11213 Series
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The A10030 series is an adapter block for connecting a PMT module to a V-
groove type optical block.
This block connects a device having C-mount to V-groove type optical
blocks. The connection angle for the device and block is adjustable.
Optical fiber cables with FC or SMA connectors can be connected to the
blocks in the A10037 series.
The lens assembled in the block collimates the light spread from the optical fiber.
This optical block widens the diameter of a collimated beam of light to 2.5
times its original size or narrows the diameter to 1/2.5 times its original size.
The A10038 series is a joint block for connecting one optical block to
another. The joint is available in two types: MM (male-male) type and FF
(female-female) type.
This holder block is a small dark box specifically designed for cuvettes with
an optical path length of 10 mm, and allows easy measurement of samples
in combination with various optical blocks.
The A10036 is a manual shutter block with a plate that is opened and
closed by sliding it left and right. Light is sufficiently blocked so there will be
no problem even at photon counting levels.
A neutral density (ND) filter is included in this optical block to attenuate light
levels.
This optical block contains a filter that passes only particular wavelengths.
Bandpass filters and long-pass filters are available.
The A10033-90 is a holder block for assembling a commercially available
15 mm diameter filter.
This block contains a dichroic mirror that reflects particular wavelengths but
passes other wavelengths. A total of six products are available.
This optical block uses a cubic type half-mirror. Incident light is split into
reflected and transmitted beams at a ratio of 1 to 1.
The A10035-90 is a holder block designed to hold a 15 mm cubic type
beam splitter.
This is a dark box equipped with 2 micrometers for positionings. It allows
light measurements even under room lighting by externally connecting vari-
ous types of optical blocks.
This optical block is for using an infinity-corrected objective lens to guide
laser light into an optical fiber with an attached FC connector or to collimate
and transmit the beam from a fiber-optic cable.
This block contains a focusing lens with a focal distance of 100 mm and is
used for an infinity-corrected objective lens. Aberration is reduced due to
the use of an achromatic lens.
This is a feed screw type holder block that can hold a commercially available,
mount type pinhole and adjust its position in the XY direction. Light passing
through the pinhole is collimated by the lens installed in the block and is output.
The A11213 series is a C-mount connection block for installing a commercial-
ly available 25 mm diameter filter or lens. This block allows angle adjustment
and so is useful as a spacer or adapter that connects between C-mounts.
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Product Name / Type No.
C-Mount Ring
A9865
C-Mount Interchangeable
Dichroic Block
A11214
Polarizer Holder Block
A11026
Parts Set
A10455-02
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This ring is for connecting a PMT module to a optical block and an equip-
ment with C-mount.
The A11214 is a C-mount connection block for installing a dichroic mirror for
use at a 45° angle of incidence.
This is a holder block designed for a polarizer.
Polarizing filters and waveplates are polarizing elements whose polarization
characteristics change depending on direction and angle.
This maintenance kit includes a set of screws and O-rings needed to as-
semble optical blocks.
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CONNECTION EXAMPLES
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GConnection
Example Using Bifurcated Optical Fiber ......................................................................................................................... 20
GConnection
Example Using the Beam Expander Block ..................................................................................................................... 20
GConnecting
to a Microscope ............................................................................................................................................................... 20
Example Using an Objective Lens and the Tube Lens Block ..................................................................................................... 21
GImaging
System Connection Example ............................................................................................................................................... 22
of Connection to a Mini-Spectrometer ................................................................................................................................. 23
GSimultaneous
Measurement with a PMT Module and an Imaging Camera ..................................................................................................... 24
GFluorescence
Dye and Connecting Examples ..................................................................................................................................... 25
COMPATIBLE PMT MODULE
Screw connection with PMT module
Optical block with
V-groove connector
Adapter Block
A10030-01
H10720/H10721
H10722/H10723
H10706/H12056
Optical block with C-mounts
H10682
C-Mount Ring
A9865
H11890
H11526
H10799
(built-in photodiode)
Optical block with
V-groove connector
H7826/H7827/H7828
Adapter Block
A10030-02
C-mount connection with PMT module
Optical block with
V-groove connector
C-Mount Adapter Block
A10039
H7421/H7422
Optical block with C-mounts
C-mount adapter plate*
H11461/H11462/H8259
* In preparation for use with optical blocks, a C-mount adapter plate must be attached to the PMT module.
Please notify us of your need for this adapter when ordering.
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BLOCK CHARACTERISTICS
GAdapter
Block A10030-01, -02
The A10030-01 is an adapter block for connecting a PMT module to
each block. The A10030-01 adapter block has M4 and M3 screw holes
for securing to an optical bench or optical stage. A mini-post can also
be attached to the M4 screw holes.
Applicable mini-post: OptoSigma Model 155-0XXX
SPECIFICATIONS
Weight
Effective Beam Size
A10030-01
8 mm
Approx. 18 g
A10030-02
12 mm*
*
When connected to other optical blocks, their effective optical path diameters
take precedence.
Type No.
Dimensional Outlines (Unit: mm)
A10030-01
NOTE:
Avoid frequently attaching and detaching from PMT
module.
38.2±1.0
22.0±0.1
9
26.0±0.1
15.0±0.1
10.8±0.1
GASKET
4-M2
(THUMB SCREW
FOR PMT MODULE)
2-M3 DEPTH 3
(MOUNTING THREADED HOLE)
M4 DEPTH 5
0.5 (MOUNTING THREADED HOLE)
8
4
TPMOA0050EA
COMPATIBLE PMT MODULES
H10720/H10721/H10722/H10723/H11706
A10030-01
H12056/H10682/H11890/H11526
H10799 (built-in photodiode)
A10030-02
H7826/H7827/H7828
A10030-02
9
27.0
±
0.1
18.0
±
0.1
10.5
±
0.1
GASKET
4-M2
(THUMB SCREW
FOR PMT MODULE)
15.5±0.1
38.2±1.0
23.0±0.1
18.0±0.1
15.0±0.1
15.0±0.1
2-M3 DEPTH 4
(MOUNTING THREADED HOLE)
M4 DEPTH 5
(MOUNTING THREADED HOLE)
0.5
4
TPMOA0085EA
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GC-Mount
Adapter Block A10039
One end of this adapter block has a C-mount (male threads) that con-
nects to the H7421 series or H7422 series PMT module, while the oth-
er end couples to another optical block. This adapter block also con-
nects to a commercially available device with a C-mount.
This adapter block can also be connected to commercially sold C-
mount products.
SPECIFICATIONS
Type No.
A10039
Effective Beam Size
8 mm
Weight
Approx. 27 g
* Supplied: C-mount double female thread ring.
Dimensional Outlines (Unit: mm)
How to connect a C-mount adapter block
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C-MOUNT (MALE)
38.2±1.0
22.0±0.1
22.0
±
0.1
1. Loosen the four screws
on the adapter block
and make sure the C-
mount ring is separated
about 1 mm from the
adapter block body.
2. Insert the C-mount ring
into the C-mount of the
PMT module and turn
the adapter block body
clockwise until it stops.
3. Turn the adapter block
body counterclockwise
so that it is positioned
at the desired angle
and then tighten the
four screws.
16.5±0.2
3.5
±
0.1
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GFiber
Adapter Block A10037 Series
Optical fiber cables with FC or SMA connectors can be connected to
the blocks in the A10037 series.
The lens assembled in the block collimates the light spread from the
optical fiber.
The A10037/A10037-01 is suitable for use in the visible region (400 nm
to 700 nm) and the A10037-10/A10037-11 for use in the UV region
(200 nm to 400 nm).
SPECIFICATIONS
Type No.
A10037
A10037-01
A10037-10
A10037-11
Weight
Recommended Wavelength Connecter Focal Length
FC
Visible
SMA
10 mm
Approx. 17 g
FC
UV
SMA
LA10037
LA10037-01
100
TACCB0094EB
22.0±0.1
7.0±0.1
(8)
TRANSMITTANCE (%)
60
L
40
A10037/-10
: L=9.0
A10037-01/-11 : L=13.5
20
A10037 / A10037-01
A10037-10 / A10037-11
0
200
300
400
500
600
700
800
When fiber core diameter is 100
µm
and NA is 0.2
Distance from Fiber Output End
Beam Diameter
100 mm
Max. 4.9 mm
150 mm
Max. 5.4 mm
* In the case of the SMA connector type, the beam diameter
depends on the position of the connected fiber cable end.
The above values are measured when the fiber cable end is
at the same position as the FC connector type.
WAVELENGTH (nm)
( 16)
80
22.0±0.1
4.6±0.1
Transmittance (Typical)
Dimensional Outlines (Unit: mm)
TACCA0270EB
GBeam
Expander Block A10031
This optical block widens the diameter of a collimated beam of light to 2.5
times its original size or narrows the diameter to 1/2.5 times its original
size. This block has a C-mount thread for connecting to another device.
