Filter Cube Assembly
Chapter 2: Assembly Instructions
Rev A, November 7, 2016
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2.6. Step
6
Orient the filter cube so the emission side is facing up. Insert the emission filter in
the filter cube with the arrow facing away from the cube as shown in Figure 7.
Thread an SM1 retaining ring above the filter to secure it.
Note: The emission filter will not be parallel with the face of the cube.
Orient the filter cube so the excitation side is facing up. Insert the excitation filter
with the arrow pointing towards the cube and dichroic mirror, as shown in Figure
7. Thread the other SM1 retaining ring into the excitation port to secure the filter.
Figure 7 Installing the Excitation and Emission Filters
Emission Filter
Excitation Filter
Retaining Ring
Retaining Ring
