Product Description
Newport BP-5 Base Plate – 5″ x 5″ Optical Breadboard/Mounting Platform
This used Newport BP-5 is a precision base plate designed for mounting optical components in laboratory and research setups. Newport (now part of MKS Instruments) is the world leader in advanced photonics and optical components, known for uncompromising quality and precision.
About Newport Base Plates
Newport base plates provide:
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Stable mounting surface for optical components
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Standard hole patterns for compatibility
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Rigid construction for vibration resistance
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Precision machining for accurate positioning
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Versatility for various optical setups
The BP-5 is a compact platform ideal for small optical assemblies, beam steering components, or as a mounting base for posts and holders.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Newport Corporation (now MKS) |
| Model | BP-5 |
| Type | Base plate / optical breadboard |
| Dimensions | 5 inches x 5 inches (127 mm x 127 mm) |
| Thickness | [Typically 0.5 inches or more] |
| Hole Pattern | 0.5 inch (12.7 mm) spaced grid |
| Hole Thread | [Typically 1/4-20 or 8-32 – common for Newport] |
| Material | [Likely aluminum or steel with black anodized finish] |
| Mounting | Counterbored holes for table mounting |
| Applications | Optical component mounting, lab setups, prototyping |
Features & Benefits
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Precision Machined: Flat, stable surface for accurate alignment
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Standard Hole Pattern: Compatible with Newport posts, mounts, and accessories
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Rigid Construction: Minimizes vibration and flexing
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Compact Size: Ideal for small optical setups
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Versatile Mounting: Can be clamped or screwed to optical tables
Applications
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Optical Breadboards: Mounting components in laser setups
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Fiber Optics: Positioning fiber couplers and launch systems
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Microscopy: Supporting stages and illumination components
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Interferometry: Stable platform for interferometer components
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Education: Teaching optics principles
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Prototyping: Temporary optical setups for experiments
Condition
SOLD AS IS
USED – SHOWS NORMAL LAB WEAR (scuffs, minor marks)
SURFACE: FLATNESS NOT VERIFIED – VISUALLY INSPECT FOR DENTS
NO MOUNTING HARDWARE INCLUDED
PICTURE MAY NOT MATCH PRODUCT
| Weight | 1.2 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 9 × 6 × 1 in |
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