Optics - Lenses

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
1010934

1010934

Dialight

LENS BLUE PANEL MOUNT THREADED

0

1353275003

1353275003

Dialight

LENS WHITE PANEL MOUNT THREADED

0

0520992

0520992

Dialight

LENS GREEN PANEL MOUNT THREADED

0

0310112300

0310112300

Dialight

LENS GREEN PRESS FIT

0

1353272003

1353272003

Dialight

LENS GREEN PANEL MOUNT THREADED

0

0950933

0950933

Dialight

LENS YELLOW PANEL MOUNT THREADED

0

1353273003

1353273003

Dialight

LENS AMBER PANEL MOUNT THREADED

0

0523193003

0523193003

Dialight

LENS AMBER PANEL MOUNT THREADED

0

0953171003

0953171003

Dialight

LENS RED PANEL MOUNT THREADED

0

0950932

0950932

Dialight

LENS GREEN PANEL MOUNT THREADED

0

OPC11WIDE

OPC11WIDE

Dialight

LENS CLEAR 40DEG WIDE ADHESIVE

0

1031337403

1031337403

Dialight

LENS CLEAR PANEL MOUNT THREADED

0

1770971003

1770971003

Dialight

LENS RED PANEL MOUNT THREADED

0

8510005

8510005

Dialight

LED ACCESS NVIS CAP GREEN

0

OPC11MED

OPC11MED

Dialight

LENS CLEAR 16DEG MEDIUM ADHESIVE

0

0810133203

0810133203

Dialight

LENS AMBER PANEL MOUNT THREADED

0

2501637500

2501637500

Dialight

NEON INDICATOR CLEAR PANEL MNT

0

1353237003

1353237003

Dialight

LENS CLEAR PANEL MOUNT THREADED

0

1351431003

1351431003

Dialight

LENS RED PANEL MOUNT THREADED

0

0953137003

0953137003

Dialight

LENS CLEAR PANEL MOUNT THREADED

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

RFQ BOM Call Skype Email
Top