Optics - Lenses

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
PL1670ME

PL1670ME

Khatod

SINGLE LENSES 16,00MM DIAMETER -

31

CMS_322_BTP

CMS_322_BTP

Visual Communications Company, LLC

LENS BLUE FRESNEL RING PANEL MNT

978

G052204000

G052204000

Excelitas Technologies

BICONVEXL.; N-BK 7; D=12.5; F=12

3

CS16401_STRADA-IP-2X6-PX

CS16401_STRADA-IP-2X6-PX

LEDiL

LENS CLEAR ASYMMETRICAL SCREW

2

PL0388

PL0388

Khatod

LENS CLEAR 120DEG SCREW

0

G052203000

G052203000

Excelitas Technologies

BICONVEXL.; N-BAK 4; D=10; F=10;

1

C15014_STRADA-2X2-T4-B

C15014_STRADA-2X2-T4-B

LEDiL

LENS CLEAR ASYMMETRICAL SCREW

0

FN15381_RONDA-WWW

FN15381_RONDA-WWW

LEDiL

LENS CLR 72-85DEG WIDE TWIST LCK

0

CP15775_CARMEN-M-C

CP15775_CARMEN-M-C

LEDiL

LENS CLR 30-37DEG MED TWIST LOCK

14

G052208000

G052208000

Excelitas Technologies

BICONVEXL.; N-BK 7; D=12.7; F=50

0

PLL2010ME

PLL2010ME

Khatod

LENS CLEAR 25DEG FRESNEL RING

17

PLL120003SR

PLL120003SR

Khatod

NACTUS 6X2 IN SILICONE TYPE II

155

CA16370_HB-SQ-W

CA16370_HB-SQ-W

LEDiL

LENS CLEAR 51-61DEG MEDIUM ADH

0

PLL120002TR

PLL120002TR

Khatod

NACTUS 6X2 1" PITCH TIR - 34 FWH

16

FP11125_LISA2-O-PIN

FP11125_LISA2-O-PIN

LEDiL

LENS CLEAR ELLIPTICAL/OVAL ADH

228

CN16605_DAISY-28X1-W

CN16605_DAISY-28X1-W

LEDiL

ASSEMBLY28 POS

71

FA10647_TINA-M

FA10647_TINA-M

LEDiL

LENS CLR 32/33DEG MED ADH TAPE

0

CA10561_OSS-2-RS

CA10561_OSS-2-RS

LEDiL

LENS CLR 7DEG SPOT ADHESIVE TAPE

0

FCP15705_FLORENTINA-2X2-MRK-M

FCP15705_FLORENTINA-2X2-MRK-M

LEDiL

LENS CLEAR 43DEG MEDIUM SCREW

0

PLL2026F

PLL2026F

Khatod

LENS CLEAR 60DEG WIDE SCREW

0

Optics - Lenses

1. Overview

Optical lenses are critical components in optoelectronic systems, designed to focus, collimate, or shape light waves through refraction. These precision-engineered components enable control over light propagation in wavelength ranges spanning UV to IR spectra. Modern applications span imaging, telecommunications, industrial sensing, and scientific instrumentation, with recent advancements enabling miniaturization and multi-spectral capabilities.

2. Major Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional CharacteristicsApplication Examples
Spherical LensesSimple curvature surfaces, cost-effective mass productionBasic imaging systems, consumer electronics
Aspherical LensesNon-spherical surfaces correcting spherical aberrationHigh-end cameras, VR headsets
Cylindrical LensesOne curved surface for line generation or astigmatism correctionLaser beam shaping, barcode scanners
Diffractive LensesMicro-structured surfaces enabling thin profile designsAR/MR headsets, LiDAR systems
Gradient-Index (GRIN) LensesRefractive index variation within material volumeEndoscopic imaging, fiber coupling

3. Structure and Composition

Typical lens assemblies consist of: - Optical substrate (glass/crystal/polymers) with precision-surfaced curvatures - Anti-reflective coatings (single/multi-layer dielectrics) - Mechanical housing for alignment stability - Optional spectral filters or diffractive elements Advanced designs integrate liquid crystal layers for tunable focus or MEMS-based adaptive shaping.

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterDescriptionImportance
Effective Focal Length (EFL)Distance between principal plane and focal pointDetermines field of view and magnification
Clear ApertureUsable light-transmitting diameterDefines throughput and resolution potential
Wavefront ErrorDeviation from ideal wave propagation ( RMS)Metric for optical quality and aberration control
Transmission RangeSpectral bandwidth with >80% throughputMatches light source characteristics
Thermal Stabilitydn/dT coefficient and CTE valuesEnsures performance under temperature variation

5. Application Fields

Key industries include: - Semiconductor manufacturing (DUV lithography optics) - Medical imaging (endoscopic GRIN lenses) - Autonomous vehicles (LiDAR beam steering systems) - Telecommunications (fiber optic collimators) - Scientific research (extreme UV focusing mirrors)

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

ManufacturerProduct LineTechnical Highlights
Edmund Optics59-871 C Series Fixed Focal Length Lens25mm focal length, C-mount, 0.03 wavefront accuracy
ThorlabsAC254-050-AAchromatic doublet, 50mm EFL, AR coating 400-700nm
CanonHybrid Aspherical LensUsed in EOS R5 camera, 0.01 surface precision
Suess Precision OpticsCustom Diffractive OpticsEfficiency >95% at 1550nm wavelength

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations: - Match spectral transmission to light source (e.g., UV fused silica for 200-350nm) - Balance EFL with sensor size for desired FOV - Environmental factors: operating temperature (-40 C to +85 C typical) - Mounting compatibility (CCS-B, M12, or custom interfaces) - Cost vs. performance trade-offs (e.g., aspheric vs. spherical)

8. Industry Trends

Current developments focus on: - Metasurface-based flat optics for AR applications - Multi-material hybrid lenses combining glass and polymers - AI-optimized lens designs reducing Zemax simulation cycles - Wafer-level manufacturing enabling CMOS camera lens arrays - SWIR imaging lenses leveraging indium gallium arsenide (InGaAs) materials

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