The BTP 0.5 in. (12.7 mm) diameter translating optical posts are designed for faster, easier, and more precise height adjustment of optical components mounted on top. They feature a solid stainless-steel construction and provide highly stable and versatile mounting of optical components.
- Provides 6.4 mm height adjustment range
- Non-rotating post body during translation
- Smooth translation ensures precise adjustment
- Integrated lock ring secures the optical alignment
- English and metric thread options See All Features
Features
Precise and Lockable Height Adjustment
The BTP translating optical posts are designed to provide quick and precise height adjustment of an optical device mounted on top of the post within an optical setup. Compared to conventional height adjustment in a post and post holder setup, this translating post allows more precise up and down movements of the optical component by rotating the adjustment collar which is easily done by one hand. The upper body of the post doesn't rotate when translated. When the desired optical height is achieved, the integrated lock ring can lock the post in place, preventing unintended adjustment of the post.
Use Standalone or With An Optical Post Holder
The BTP translating optical posts have an 8-32 (M4) threaded hole at the top and a 1/4-20 (M6) threaded hole at the bottom which allows direct mounting to an optical table. If a higher optical axis height is needed, the BTP post can be stacked with a standard 0.5 in. optical post or used with an optical post holder that provides coarse height adjustment.
Accessories
Posts Spacers
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![]() | SP-0.031-S-10Pedestal Spacer Pack, 1/32 in., 0.5 in. Diameter, 8-32 (M4) CLR, Qty 10 | In Stock FREE 2-day shipping on thousands of products on Newport.com Learn More | ||||
![]() | SP-0.125-S-10Pedestal Spacer Pack, 1/8 in., 0.5 in. Diameter, 8-32 (M4) CLR, Qty 10 | In Stock FREE 2-day shipping on thousands of products on Newport.com Learn More | ||||
![]() | SP-0.25-S-10Pedestal Spacer Pack, 1/4 in., 0.5 in. Diameter, 8-32 (M4) CLR, Qty 10 | In Stock FREE 2-day shipping on thousands of products on Newport.com Learn More |
Extension Posts
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![]() | M-SP-0.5EPedestal Extender, 12.7 mm Height, 12.7 mm Diameter, M4 Thread | In Stock FREE 2-day shipping on thousands of products on Newport.com Learn More | ||||
![]() | SP-0.5EPedestal Extender, 0.5 in. Diameter, 0.5 in. Height, 8-32 | In Stock FREE 2-day shipping on thousands of products on Newport.com Learn More | ||||
![]() | M-SP-1EPedestal Extender, 25.4 mm Height, 12.7 mm Diameter, M4 Thread | In Stock FREE 2-day shipping on thousands of products on Newport.com Learn More | ||||
![]() | SP-1EPedestal Extender, 1.0 in. Height, 0.5 in. Diameter, 8-32 Thread | In Stock FREE 2-day shipping on thousands of products on Newport.com Learn More |
Thread Adapters
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![]() | TA-8Q20-10Thread Adaptor, 8-32 Male to 1/4-20 Male, pack of 10 | In Stock FREE 2-day shipping on thousands of products on Newport.com Learn More | ||||
![]() | TA-M4M6-10Thread Adaptor, M4 Male to M6 Male, pack of 10 | In Stock FREE 2-day shipping on thousands of products on Newport.com Learn More |
Resources
Technical Notes
Selection Guides
Technical Articles
The Finer Points of Fine Mechanics(2.1 MB, PDF)



















