Excel 1017A beam bender

Product Description

Excel (Excelitas/EO) 1017A Beam Bender Optical Periscope

This is a compact, adjustable optical periscope designed to precisely redirect a laser or light beam by 90 degrees. It combines a stable base with a kinematic mirror mount, allowing fine adjustment of the mirror angle for accurate beam steering without translating the beam path—essential for aligning optical systems in confined spaces.

Key Features & Specifications:

• Model: 1017A (Excel/Excelitas)

• Function: 90-degree beam deflection (periscope)

• Mirror Mount: Kinematic design with two adjustable screws for tip/tilt alignment

• Mirror: Typically a first-surface protected aluminum or dielectric coating (λ/4 flatness common)

• Mounting: Standard 1/4″-20 or M6 threaded base for optical posts

• Construction: Anodized aluminum, compact and rigid

Applications:

• Laser Beam Steering: Redirecting beams on optical tables without changing height

• Optical Layouts: Folding long optical paths into compact spaces

• Interferometry & Holography: Precise alignment of reference beams

• Educational Demonstrations: Teaching principles of reflection and alignment