Thorlabs Kinesis

Thorlabs Kinesis 1.14.60.0

Interact with Thorlabs hardware control units via USB.

  • By Thorlabs
  • Proprietary
  • Updated Aug 3, 2026
Download for Windows

About Thorlabs Kinesis

The Kinesis software allows the user to interact with any number of hardware control units connected to the PC USB Bus. This program allows multiple graphical instrument panels to be displayed so that multiple units can be controlled. All basic operating parameters can be set through the software, and all basic operations (such as motor moves) can be initiated. Hardware configurations and parameter settings can be saved and reloaded, which simplifies system set up.

What's new in 1.14.60.0

Updates

  • DDS300 and DDS600 - Default PID settings change.

Bug Fixes

  • ZFS25B - Fixed incorrect header name in stage.
  • BBD30X and KBD101 - Removed Velocity Profile settings item as Trapezoidal is sole option.
  • Kinesis - KPC101 - Fixed sequencer doing nothing and reverting to 7.5V limit on setting of voltage in open loop.
  • Kinesis - MSI embedded in installer now signed.
  • Kinesis Sequencer - Motors - Fix of moving at wrong velocity if custom units are used.

Full release notes »

Technical details

PublisherThorlabs
AuthorThorlabs, Inc.
Version1.14.60.0
Release date2026-08-03
LicenseProprietary
Installer typeexe
Architecturex86, x64
Package IDThorlabs.Kinesis.x86

Install Thorlabs Kinesis from the command line

Install with Windows Package Manager
winget install --id=Thorlabs.Kinesis.x86 -e
Update to the latest version
winget upgrade --id=Thorlabs.Kinesis.x86 -e
Uninstall
winget uninstall --id=Thorlabs.Kinesis.x86 -e

Thorlabs Kinesis version history

  • 1.14.59.0
  • 1.14.58.0
  • 1.14.57.0
  • 1.14.56.0
  • 1.14.55.0
  • 1.14.53.24776

Frequently asked questions

Is Thorlabs Kinesis free?

Thorlabs Kinesis is proprietary software from Thorlabs. Check the publisher's license terms for pricing and usage rights.

What is the latest version of Thorlabs Kinesis?

The latest version is 1.14.60.0, released on Aug 3, 2026.

Is it safe to download Thorlabs Kinesis?

The download button links to the official installer published on media.thorlabs.com, the same file Windows Package Manager installs. You can verify the downloaded file by comparing its SHA-256 checksum with ae94a6b62267ec55b167ac57f84450c8b9048e944dba017adaf0af59f16b5f21.

Which Windows versions does Thorlabs Kinesis support?

Thorlabs Kinesis runs on Windows and is available for 32-bit (x86), 64-bit (x64) systems.

How do I uninstall Thorlabs Kinesis?

Open Settings › Apps › Installed apps, find Thorlabs Kinesis and select Uninstall. From the command line, run winget uninstall --id=Thorlabs.Kinesis.x86 -e.