Newport 12207 Solenoid Controlled Periscope

The Newport 12207 Solenoid Controlled Periscope is an optomechanical device made by Newport Research Corporation that provides controlled optical beam translation/deflection using a solenoid-actuated periscope mechanism. It’s listed as a solenoid controlled periscope in surplus inventory, typically used in optical test, alignment, or beam routing applications in labs and research environments.

A solenoid controlled periscope typically:

• Uses mirrors or prisms arranged in a periscope geometry to redirect light paths.

• Includes a solenoid actuator that moves the optical path on command, enabling functions like:

  • Switching beam direction

  • Gating or routing light

  • Aligning or repositioning optical paths without manual adjustments
    This makes it useful in optical experiments, imaging systems, or test setups where remote control of light direction is needed.