{"product_id":"25mm-mounted-znse-co-laser-beam-combiner-10-6-m-with-adjustable-mount","title":"25mm Mounted ZnSe CO₂ Laser Beam Combiner – 10.6µm with Adjustable Mount","description":"\u003ch1\u003e25mm Mounted ZnSe CO₂ Laser Beam Combiner – 10.6µm with Adjustable Mount\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombine Your CO₂ Laser Beam and Red Dot Alignment Laser with Precision\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImprove laser alignment and simplify setup with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmerican Photonics Mounted ZnSe CO₂ Laser Beam Combiner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This precision optical assembly combines your \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003evisible red alignment laser\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003einvisible 10.6µm CO₂ laser beam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, allowing both beams to follow the same optical path for faster, more accurate positioning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach beam combiner includes a precision-mounted ZnSe optic housed in an adjustable mount, making installation easier while providing stable, repeatable alignment for CO₂ laser engraving and cutting systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow a Beam Combiner Works\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beam combiner is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eflat optical window\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e installed at a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e45° angle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to the laser beam path.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts specialized optical coating is designed to:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransmit approximately 99% of the 10.6µm CO₂ laser beam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReflect more than 80% of a visible red alignment laser\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis allows the red positioning beam to travel along the exact same path as the cutting beam, making laser alignment significantly easier and more accurate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplete mounted beam combiner assembly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium laser-grade ZnSe optical window\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10.6µm CO₂ laser systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrecision 45° beam combining optics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTransmits approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e99%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of the CO₂ laser beam\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eReflects \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e80%+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of the visible red laser\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdjustable mount for easier installation and alignment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for red dot positioning upgrades\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for engraving and cutting systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApplications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCO₂ laser engravers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCO₂ laser cutters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed dot positioning systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeam alignment upgrades\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndustrial laser systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOEM and aftermarket laser machines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Installation Notice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZnSe is a soft optical material and should be handled with extreme care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcessive pressure on the optic can:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistort the crystal structure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncrease optical reflection losses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCause beam distortion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreate localized overheating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShorten the life of the optic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstallation Recommendation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen installing the beam combiner:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTighten the retaining ring \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eonly until the optic no longer moves inside the holder.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not overtighten.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle the optic only by its edges using clean gloves or approved optical handling tools.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eValue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMounted Beam Combiner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLaser Grade ZnSe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWavelength\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10.6µm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLens Diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMount Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdjustable Mount\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstallation Angle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e45°\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCO₂ Laser Transmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 99%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed Laser Reflectivity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreater than 80%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApplication\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCO₂ Laser Beam Combining \u0026amp; Red Dot Alignment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is a beam combiner?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beam combiner is a coated optical window that combines a visible red alignment laser with an invisible CO₂ laser beam so both follow the same optical path.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy is it mounted at a 45° angle?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe optical coatings are specifically designed to operate at a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e45° angle of incidence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, allowing the CO₂ beam to pass through while reflecting the visible red laser.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the mount come assembled?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. This product includes the precision-mounted beam combiner optic in an adjustable holder for easier installation and alignment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill this reduce my CO₂ laser power?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. When properly installed, the beam combiner transmits approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e99%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of the CO₂ laser beam, resulting in minimal power loss.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I overtighten the optic?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. ZnSe is relatively soft. Overtightening may distort the optic, reduce transmission, create beam distortion, and shorten its lifespan. Tighten only until the optic is securely held in place.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the red laser used for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe red laser serves as a visible alignment beam, allowing you to accurately position materials before firing the invisible CO₂ laser.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose American Photonics?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmerican Photonics manufactures high-quality laser optics trusted by OEMs, manufacturers, and laser professionals worldwide. From beam combiners and focus lenses to mirrors and custom infrared optics, we provide precision-engineered solutions for industrial and hobby laser applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you need standard replacement optics or custom infrared optical components, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmerican Photonics can help with all your infrared optics needs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll parts advertised for sale are manufactured by or for American Photonics. Manufacturer names, trademarks, and part numbers are used solely for identification, reference, and compatibility purposes. American Photonics is an independent company and is not affiliated with the referenced manufacturers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Beam Combiner is a flat window designed to sit at 45deg. to the beam path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description rte\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf mounted properly this window will transmit 99% of the your Co2 laser beam, and reflect more than 80% of the red laser beam.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse extreme care when mounting this window. ZnSe is very soft. Light pressure can move the crystal structure causing higher reflection, beam distortion, and overheating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTighten this optic ONLY to when it stops moving in its holder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description rte\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/iO43PF3TZ_4\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description rte\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description rte\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmerican Photonics can help you with all your Infrared Optics needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmail our team for support and information:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eemail: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/americanphotonics.com\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003esales@americanphotonic.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"social-sharing is-normal\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/american-photonics.myshopify.com\/products\/beam-combiners-expanders-splitters\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https:\/\/american-photonics.myshopify.com\/products\/beam-combiners-expanders-splitters\" class=\"share-facebook\" title=\"Share on Facebook\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon icon-facebook\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"share-title\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003eShare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"visually-hidden\"\u003eShare on Facebook\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/share?text=Beam%20Combiners,%20Expanders%20%26%20Splitters%20-%20High%20Power\u0026amp;url=https:\/\/american-photonics.myshopify.com\/products\/beam-combiners-expanders-splitters\u0026amp;source=webclient\" class=\"share-twitter\" title=\"Tweet on Twitter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon icon-twitter\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"share-title\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003eTweet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"visually-hidden\"\u003eTweet on Twitter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"American Photonics","offers":[{"title":"Mounted 25mm","offer_id":40728487067709,"sku":"BC-MT-25","price":72.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mounted Type A","offer_id":40728487100477,"sku":"BC-MT-A","price":105.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mounted Type B","offer_id":40728487133245,"sku":"BC-MT-B","price":105.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mounted Type C","offer_id":40728487166013,"sku":"BC-MT-C","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1723\/4335\/files\/BeamCombiners2.png?v=1783367108","url":"https:\/\/americanphotonics.com\/products\/25mm-mounted-znse-co-laser-beam-combiner-10-6-m-with-adjustable-mount","provider":"American Photonics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}