Boston Micromachines Hex segmented deformable mirror design provides a wide range of light shaping performance features.
Tip-tilt-piston functionality provides the researcher with the ability to achieve precise angular and phase control with each optical segment. In addition, the fast response time of each deformable mirror segment enables imaging of samples in vivo for a wide range of optical imaging modalities.
The BMC Hex-class segmented deformable mirrors range in size from 111 actuators (Hex-111) to our largest device which has more than 3,000 actuators (Hex-3063).
Specifications
Options Available
Product Information
Hex Tip-Tilt-Piston Segmented Deformable Mirror Models
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DM Models
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Layout
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Total Actuator Count *
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Segment Count
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Physical Stroke (μm)
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Wavefront Stroke (µm)
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Aperture (mm)
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Pitch (μm)
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Mechanical Response
(small step, 10% – 90%) (μs) |
Digital Update Rate:
Standard (kHz) |
Digital Update Rate:
High Speed (kHz) |
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| Hex-111 | 
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111 | 37 | 3.5 | 7.0 | 3.8 | 375 | <250 | 2 | 100 |
| Hex-111-X |
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111 | 37 | 3.5 | 7.0 | 3.8 | 375 | <250 | 100 | N/A |
| Hex-507 | 
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507 | 169 | 3.5 | 7.0 | 8.3 | 375 | <250 | 45 | 60 |
| Hex-1011 | 
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1011 | 337 | 3.5 | 7.0 | 11.6 | 375 | <250 | 45 | 60 |
| Hex-3066 | 
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3066 | 1022 | 3.5 | 7.0 | 21.2 | 375 | <250 | 45 | N/A |
Please Note: Fill factor >99% (DM)
Please Note: Surface figure: <30nm
* Custom actuator counts available upon request
Hex Tip-Tilt-Piston Deformable Mirror Models
Multi-Driver
USB 2.0 interface
120-240 VAC input
14 bit step resolution
Maximum Frame Rate: 2 kHz
Dimensions (W × D × H): 9" x 7" x 2.5"
Kilo-Driver
DIO Interface: SFP fiber link connection via PCIe Interface Card
Form Factor: 3U Chassis (5.25" x 19" x 14")
14 bit step resolution
Maximum Frame Rate: 34 kHz
Latency†: 30µsec
Dimensions: 5.25" x 19" 14"
X-Driver
DIO Interface: Camera Link via PCIe Interface Card
Parallel HV Output Channels: 32 or 140
Maximum Output Voltage: 300 V
HV Interface: 37-Pin D-Sub Connector (4x)
Resolution: 14-bit
Voltage Step Size: 18mV
Latency: <2µsec
Single Channel Update Rate: 400 kHz
Maximum Frame Rate (140 Channels): 100 kHz
External Power Supply: 24 V DC, 2A Max
Dimensions(W × D × H): 9" x 7" x 2.5"
Kilo-Low-Latency-Driver
DIO Interface: SFP fiber link connection via PCIe Interface Card
Form Factor: 3U Chassis (5.25" x 19" x 14")
14 bit step resolution
Maximum Frame Rate: 34 kHz
Latency†: 17µsec
Dimensions: 5.25" x 19" 14"
+K Driver
DIO interface: SFP fiber link (2.5 Gbps)
120-240 VAC input
14 bit step resolution
Frame Rate: 20 kHz
Dimensions: 5.25" x 19" x 14" (3U Chassis)
Hex Tip-Tilt-Piston Segmented Deformable Mirror Technical Whitepaper
Click below to download the latest description of our Hex-TTP technology.
Details included are how the device is designed, what options are available as well as technical references to those who have had success using our devices. These include such applications as Microscopy, Flow Cytometry and Astronomy.
Where Can Hex Class Deformable Mirrors Be Used?
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Astronomy
Boston Micromachines Hex segmented deformable mirrors are installed in prominent astronomical testbeds around the world to help researchers improve wavefront correction capabilities, and can be used as primary mirror surrogates to enable cutting edge telescope concepts.
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Microscopy
Hex-TTP segmented deformable mirror systems allow users precise wavefront control through alternative methods used in multi-photon microscopy. These yield higher resolution images deep in samples.
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Laser Research Applications
In contrast to liquid crystal spatial light modulators (SLMs), MEMS deformable mirrors have recently emerged as a high-speed alternative with significant advantages. Hex segmented deformable mirrors are also more cost-effective, more optically efficient, and can perform simultaneously at multiple wavelengths.
Our Hex segmented deformable mirrors are among the most unique optical solutions on the market today. Interested in finding out which Hex deformable mirror would work best for your application? All you need to do is tell us your needs and specifications. Contact BMC today to request a quote.