Optics are expensive. Too expensive.
As Optics & Photonics become increasingly important for technology and the workforce, so does its education.
However, programs are limited with few universities hosting dedicated programs and a nonexistent high school sector. Those who do– rely on the same expensive suite of products as researchers.
The goal of this project is to make optical mounts, devices, and organizers affordable for the average student when considered at the scale of a research project. While simultaneously approaching academic research standards.
Any of the aforementioned organizers are compatible with the Gridfinity system as developed by Zach Freedman.
Organizers
Mounts / Kinematics
Machines / Tools
Metric Bolt Sorter
This is a dual color print. Make sure to add a black layer at the bottom of the lines for extra visibility.
Imperial Bolt Sorter
This is a dual color print. Make sure to add a black layer at the bottom of the lines for extra visibility.
KM100 Holder (x8)
This is a dual color holder for 8 ThorLabs KM100 Kinematic Mounts. I created this due to scratching of the mirrors during storage, this design prevents that.
KM2536 Holder (x6)
This is a dual color holder for 6 ThorLabs KM2536 Kinematic Mounts.
BX01 Holder (x8)
This is a dual color holder for 8 ThorLabs BX01 Storage Boxes.
CF125 & CF175 Holder (x13)
This is a dual color holder for 13 ThorLabs CF125 or CF175.
TR1.5 & TR2 Dispenser
This is a dual color holder for 1/2″ Posts that are 1.5″ or 2″ in length
TR4 Dispenser
This is a dual color holder for 1/2″ Posts that are 4″ in length
TR6 Dispenser
This is a dual color holder for 1/2″ Posts that are 6″ in length
Post Holder (60mm) (1/4″-20)
This a parametric print in place (1/2″) post holder, check out the onshape file to change properties such as height or nut dimensions.