Lens Mount Selection Guide

Optical Lens Mounts are used to securely locate a lens in an optical assembly or during optics research. There are versions for standard size lenses or objectives, and variable sized versions that accommodate a range of lens diameters. They are available for fixed position applications or with precision multi-axis adjustments.

A collection of lens mounts, including fixed lens mounts, lens positioners, variable size lens mounts, and rotation mounts.

Fixed Position Lens Mounts

Variable Size Lens Mounts

Adjustable Lens Mounts

Lens Tubes

Cylindrical Lens Mounts

Objective Lens Mounts

Recommended Lens Mounts for Standard Diameter Lenses

If you need a lens mount for a standard diameter lens select a lens size below. We also offer variable size lens mounts for non-standard or multiple size lenses.

Lens Diameter	A-Line™ Lens Mounts	LT Series Lens Tubes	LP Series Lens Positioners	Optics Cage Plus Series
76.2 mm	(M-) LH-3A	N/A	N/A	N/A
50.8 mm	(M-) LH-2A LH-2N	LT20-05 LT20-10 LT20-20 LT20-30	LP-2A LP-2A-XY LP-2A-XYZ	N/A
38.1 mm	(M-) LH-1.5A	LT20 lens tube with LH-2R1.5 adapter	LP-2 lens positioner with LPLH-1.5T adapter	N/A
25.4 mm	(M-) LH-1A LH-1N LH-1XY LH-1TZ-A LH-1TZ	LT10-05 LT10-10 LT10-20 LT10-30	LP-1A LP-1A-XY LP-1A-XYZ	OC1-LH1-S OC1-LH1 OC1-LH1-TZ OC1-LH1-XY OC1-LH1-XYA OC1-LH1-XYC OC1-LH1-XYZ
12.7 mm	(M-) LH-0.5A LH-05N	LT05-05 LT05-10	LP-05A LP-05A-XY LP-05A-XYZ	N/A
6.35 mm	LH-05DB with LH-50R25 adapter	LT05 lens tube with LH-50R25 adapter	LP-05 lens positioner with LPLH-25T adapter	N/A

Lens Mounting Systems

The following lens mounting systems allow easy mounting and aligning of several optical components into stable and rigid optical assemblies.

Description	Features
Lens Tubes	Ideal for creating multi-element lens systems Sizes for 12.7, 25.4 and 50.8 mm diameter lenses Compatible with Newport optics and mounts	Lens Tubes
A-Line System Primer Kits	Collection of key A-Line components at an affordable price 33 different component part numbers and 37 parts Metric or English thread versions available	A-Line System Primer Kits
OpticsCagePlus Primer Kit	Snap-in design for easy assembly and alignment Large selection of fixed and adjustable mounts Add or remove components without disassembly Adaptable to 30 mm optic cage systems	OpticsCagePlus Primer Kit

Multi-Axis Lens Positioners

These lens mounts allow for precision multi-axis positioning of lenses.

Description	Features
Compact Multi-Axis Lens Positioners	2, 3, 5 or 6 axes of precision lens positioning Compact size is ideal for limited-space applications Mounts popular 12.7 to 50.8 mm diameter optics Lockable 100 TPI precision adjustments	Compact Multi-Axis Lens Positioners
Precision Multi-Axis Lens Positioners	2, 3 or 5 axes of precision lens positioning Mounts popular 6.35 to 50.8 mm diameter optics High-resolution, 100 TPI XYθXθY adjustment screws Gimbaled angular adjustments	Precision Multi-Axis Lens Positioners
Objective Lens Precision XY Positioners	Ideal for pinhole or objective positioning in spatial filters RMS mounting threads Standard differential or locking drives Compatible with X26 optical rails	Objective Lens Precision XY Positioners
CVC NPI Preview PFP	Secure optical pedestals anywhere on optical tables 0.5, 1.0, and 1.5 inch slot length options Versions with captive imperial or metric screws Stainless steel construction	CVC NPI Preview PFP

Variable Size Lens Mounts

These lens mounts can be adjusted for use with different size lenses or to mount a non-standard size lens.

Description	Features
Opti-Claw Self-Centering Variable Size Lens Mounts	Self-centering mechanism deal for swapping optics quickly Great for round or square optics Locking screw provides secure hold Fixed or tilting versions	Opti-Claw Self-Centering Variable Size Lens Mounts
XY Adjustable Variable Size Lens Mounts	Variable size lens mounting for 6 to 60 mm lenses Lenses can be on a common optical axis regardless of size Provides fine XY centering adjustability Positive optic loading without risk of damage	XY Adjustable Variable Size Lens Mounts
Spring-Loaded Self-Centering Variable Size Lens Mounts	Spring-loaded for fast & repeatable lens replacement Holds 3.2 to 60.3 mm diameter optics Non-marring, V-grooved optic supports Maintains optical axis while holding various diameter lenses	Spring-Loaded Self-Centering Variable Size Lens Mounts
V-Groove Registered Variable Size Lens Mounts	One mount for 6.3 to 91.4 mm lenses Kinematic V-groove lens registration Holds thin lenses or cylindrical-shaped lens barrels	V-Groove Registered Variable Size Lens Mounts
Adjustable Cylindrical Lens Mount	Rotates cylindrical lens about its center Adaptors for many cylindrical lens sizes 6 arc-sec sensitivity ±5° rotation range	Adjustable Cylindrical Lens Mount

Selection Guide: Lens Mount Selection Guide

Fixed Position Lens Mounts

Variable Size Lens Mounts

Adjustable Lens Mounts

Lens Tubes

Cylindrical Lens Mounts

Objective Lens Mounts

Recommended Lens Mounts for Standard Diameter Lenses

Lens Mounting Systems

Multi-Axis Lens Positioners

Variable Size Lens Mounts

Selection Guide:
Lens Mount Selection Guide