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G063050000

G063050000

Excelitas Technologies

PLANO-CONVEX LENS; FUSED SILICA;

0
G063215000

G063215000

Excelitas Technologies

ACHR. VIS ARB2; D=25.4; F=120; M

4
G063128000

G063128000

Excelitas Technologies

ACHR. VIS ARB2; D=18; F=80; MOUN

10
G063013000

G063013000

Excelitas Technologies

BICONVEXL.; N-BK 7; D=31.5; F=50

1
G063141000

G063141000

Excelitas Technologies

ACHR. VIS ARB2; D=22.4; F=50; MO

13
G063353000

G063353000

Excelitas Technologies

PLANO-CONC. LENS; FUSED SILICA;

1
G063209000

G063209000

Excelitas Technologies

ACHR. VIS ARB2; D=31.5; F=600; M

1
G063033000

G063033000

Excelitas Technologies

BICONVEXL.; N-BK 7; D=18; F=16;

1
G063062000

G063062000

Excelitas Technologies

BICONCAVL.; N-BK 7; D=22.4; F=-1

1
G063235000

G063235000

Excelitas Technologies

ACHR. VIS ARB2; D=25.4; F=140; M

2
G063871000

G063871000

Excelitas Technologies

PLANO-CONC. LENS; N-BK 7; D=25.4

1
G063143000

G063143000

Excelitas Technologies

ACHR. VIS ARB2; D=22.4; F=80; MO

6
G063205000

G063205000

Excelitas Technologies

ACHR. VIS ARB2; D=31.5; F=200; M

13
G063821000

G063821000

Excelitas Technologies

PLANO-CONVEX LENS; N-BK7; D=25.4

1
G063340000

G063340000

Excelitas Technologies

PLANO-CONVEX LENS; FUSED SILICA;

13
G063030000

G063030000

Excelitas Technologies

BICONVEXL.; FUSED SILICA; D=22.4

2
G063343000

G063343000

Excelitas Technologies

PLANO-CONVEX LENS; FUSED SILICA;

1
G063105000

G063105000

Excelitas Technologies

PLANO-CONVEX LENS; N-BK7; D=31.5

0
G063200000

G063200000

Excelitas Technologies

ACHR. VIS ARB2; D=31.5; F=80; MO

4
G063072000

G063072000

Excelitas Technologies

PLANO-CONC. LENS; N-BK 7; D=22.4

1

Lenses

1. Overview

Optical lenses are precision components designed to manipulate light through refraction, enabling beam shaping, focusing, or imaging. They serve as fundamental elements in optical systems across scientific, industrial, and consumer applications. Modern technologies rely on lenses for applications ranging from high-resolution microscopy to autonomous vehicle LiDAR systems, with advancements in materials and manufacturing driving performance improvements.

2. Major Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional CharacteristicsApplication Examples
Spherical LensesSimple curved surfaces with uniform radiusBasic imaging systems, eyepieces
Aspheric LensesNon-spherical surfaces correcting spherical aberrationHigh-precision cameras, laser diode collimation
Cylindrical LensesSingle-axis curvature for line focusingLaser beam shaping, spectroscopy
Achromatic LensesMulti-element design correcting chromatic aberrationMicroscopy, telescopes, white light systems
Reflective MirrorsMetallic surfaces for broadband reflectionHigh-power laser systems, UV applications
Diffractive OpticsMicro-structured surfaces enabling complex beam profiles3D sensing, medical imaging

3. Structure and Composition

Typical optical lenses consist of: - Substrate Material: Optical glass (e.g., BK7, SF11), plastics (PMMA, polycarbonate), or crystals (sapphire, germanium) - Surface Geometry: Spherical, aspheric, or freeform profiles with nanometer-level precision - Coatings: Anti-reflective (AR) coatings (e.g., MgF ), high-reflectivity dielectric coatings, or protective layers - Mechanical Housing: Metal/aluminum mounts with precision alignment features

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterImportance
Focal Length ( 1%)Determines image magnification and field of view
Numerical Aperture (NA)Defines light-gathering ability and resolution
Wavelength RangeSpecifies operational spectral bandwidth
Transmission EfficiencyMeasures optical power throughput
Surface Quality (Scratch-Dig)Affects stray light and damage threshold
Radius of Curvature ToleranceImpacts wavefront accuracy

5. Application Fields

  • Photonics: Laser resonators, fiber optic couplers
  • Medical: Endoscopes, OCT imaging systems
  • Industrial: Machine vision, laser cutting optics
  • Consumer: Smartphone cameras, AR/VR headsets
  • Aerospace: Satellite imaging, hyperspectral sensors

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

ManufacturerRepresentative Product
Edmund Optics59-875 C Series Fixed Focal Length Lens
ThorlabsAC254-050-A Achromatic Doublet
Carl ZeissPlan-Apochromat 100x/1.46 Oil Immersion Lens
Sch fter+Kirchhoff67-588-IG 1.306 NA Micro-objective

7. Selection Recommendations

Key selection criteria include:

  • Match wavelength range to coating specifications
  • Balance NA requirements with spherical aberration control
  • Consider thermal stability for high-power applications
  • Implement environmental protections (humidity, vibration)

Example: Selecting a telecentric lens (e.g., Edmund 59-875) for industrial metrology ensures minimal perspective error in dimensional measurements.

8. Industry Trends

Current developments include:

  • Hybrid aspheric-diffractive designs for multi-spectral correction
  • Freeform optics enabled by diamond turning manufacturing
  • Smart lenses with integrated MEMS wavefront control
  • Nanostructured anti-reflective coatings (subwavelength gratings)
  • AI-driven lens design optimization algorithms

The global optical lens market is projected to reach $15.2 billion by 2027, driven by demand in 3D sensing and autonomous vehicle technologies.

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