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SH-35
SH-35

SH-35

Miniature Low Vibration Optical Shutter

Features and Advantages

  • Ultra low vibration optical shutter
  • Aperture size: 0.35" (9mm) dia.
  • No clicking or knocking noise (no hard stop)
  • Does not create shock and vibration
  • 5 mSec response time
  • Can be used as a low frequency chopper
  • DC to 50 Hz frequency response
  • Can be stopped in the open or close position
  • Long life: 100 million cycles min.
  • Jitter free operation
  • Dark blade, bright optional
  • Low cost
  • Simple to operate
  • Miniature size
  • Easy to integrate into OEM products
  • Special OEM pricing

Product Options

SH-35
Shutter is mounted on a base with a front plate and allows horizontal and vertical mounting.
SH-35-M
Shutter comes with a base without a front plate and allows horizontal and vertical mounting.
SH-35-S
Shutter is mounted with #2-56 threaded standoffs.
-BARE
Shutter blade is bare aluminum.
-BRIGHT
Shutter blade is bright nickel plated aluminum.
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Miniature Mechanical Light Shutter/Chopper for Ultra-Low Vibration and Precision Optics

The SH-35 model, a compact and cost-effective mechanical light shutter/chopper, boasts ultra-low vibration characteristics. It operates seamlessly on optical tables, making it an invaluable component for vibration-sensitive environments. Whether integrated into instruments or OEM products, this device stands out for its ease of use and exceptional cost-effectiveness, particularly in high-volume applications.

Key Features

  • Rotary actuator driven with a 0.35" (9mm) aperture.
  • Constructed with a 0.010" thick black anodized aluminum blade.
  • Swift transition time of 5 milliseconds between end positions, accompanied by minimal shock or vibration.
  • Total blade swing covers 30 degrees.
  • Smooth transitions between open and closed positions without any clicking noise or hard stops.
  • Available as bare aluminum or bright nickel plating finish.

Versatile Functionality

In addition to its function as a mechanical light shutter, the SH-35 excels as a low-frequency optical chopper, offering frequencies ranging from DC to 50Hz.

Technical Specifications (when used with DSH-35 Driver)

Aperture Size0.35" (9mm) diameter
Frequency RangeDC to 50 Hz
Response Time5 mSec (from open to close position, and vice-versa)
External inputTTL level (high = open, low = closed)
Frequency stability0.1% min in internal mode, 0.005% min in external mode
External InputDC to 50Hz TTL level input; 5V ("OPEN") to open the shutter; 0V ("GND") to close the shutter
Settling Time to External TTL Input5 mSec
Monitor outputTTL level (high = open, low = closed)
Operating temperature0 to 65 °C
Dimensions3.93" x 2.6" for PCB version
5.3" × 5.3" × 2" for cased versions

DSH-35 Driver: Tailored Control for Model SH-35 Shutter/Chopper

The purpose-built DSH-35 driver provides precise control over the SH-35 shutter/chopper. It operates in two distinct modes:

  • Internal Mode: Utilize the SH-35 as an optical chopper, with adjustable chopping frequencies ranging from 0.5Hz to 50Hz, controlled by the internal oscillator.
  • External Mode: Employ the SH-35 as either an optical shutter or chopper. A TTL input manages the blade position, with "High" (5V) keeping the shutter open and "Low" (0V) keeping it closed. The shutter responds swiftly to the TTL input within 5 milliseconds. The maximum TTL input frequency supported is 50Hz.

Ordering Information

Example 1: Part No. SH-35 with DSH-35-PC This part number specifies the model SH-35 shutter, with a 0.010" thick black anodized aluminum blade and a front plate for horizontal and vertical mounting. The DSH-35 driver is a 3.93" x 2.6" populated printed circuit board driver, operating from an external 15 VDC power supply.

Example 2: Part No. SH-35-M with DSH-35-220-BNC This part number specifies the model SH-35 shutter, with a 0.010" thick aluminum blade and base for horizontal and vertical mounting, without a front plate. The DSH-35 driver is cased (5.3" x 5.3" x 2") 220VAC, with a selector switch for operating from a line voltage of 220Vac, with a BNC connector for TTL input.

Example 3: Part No. SH-35-MP-BRIGHT with DSH-35-110 This part number specifies the model SH-35 shutter, with a 0.010" thick bright nickel plated aluminum blade. The DSH-35 driver is cased 5.3" x 5.3" x 2", operating from a line voltage of 110 VAC.

Example 4: Part No. SH-35-S-BARE with DSH-35-110/220-BNC This part number specifies the SH-35 shutter with #2-56 threaded standoffs and a 0.010" thick bare aluminum blade. The DSH-35 driver is cased 5.3" x 5.3" x 2", with a selector switch to operate from either 110 VAC or 220 VAC line voltage with a BNC connector for TTL input.

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