M74050
1/4M IMAGING SPECTROGRAPHS
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3.4 MOUNTING OPTIONS
The ability to mount the spectrograph simplifies setup and alignment of the optical system. The
mounting plate or kits also helps ensure consistent results over time, as the spectrograph cannot be
accidentally moved out of position. The following options are available for securing the MS260i:
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Mounting plate
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Mounting kit to couple with Oriel’s Research Lamp Housings
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Optical rods
The 74105 Mounting Plate is used to secure a MS260i Spectrograph to an inch or metric optical
table. The plate adds 0.25 inch [6.35 mm] to the optical height. If the MS260i
will be used with Oriel’s
research lamp housing, consider using the 74104 mounting kit.
The 74104 Mounting Kit connects the MS260i spectrograph to an arc lamp or quartz tungsten
halogen light source. This kit is compatible with Oriel's Research Lamp Housings that hold 50 to 250
watt lamps. It includes a base plate, a flexible light shield, a 1.5-inch diameter focusing lens and lens
holder. All the hardware required to mount the lamp housing and spectrograph to the base plate is
provided. The mounting kit's base plate uses four adjustable leveling feet. The feet may be removed
to secure the base plate to an inch or metric optical table.
The most economical option is to use optical rods and rod holders to mount the MS260i to an optical
table or breadboard. On the spectrograph
’s mounting surface, four #1/4-20 threaded holes may be
used to install standard optical rods. Care should be taken to ensure the instrument is level and
secured well enough that its location remains consistent over time, even if the instrument is bumped
or components coupled to the ports.
Figure 3: Model 74104 Mounting Kit