Optics - Lenses

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
G052308000

G052308000

Excelitas Technologies

PLANO-CONC. LENS; N-BK 7; D=12.7

0

G052112000

G052112000

Excelitas Technologies

PLANO-CONVEX LENS; N-BK7; D=12.7

1

G063098000

G063098000

Excelitas Technologies

ASPH. CONDENSER LENS; D=31.5; F=

3

G063853000

G063853000

Excelitas Technologies

BICONVEXL.; N-BK 7; D=25.4; F=80

0

G052309000

G052309000

Excelitas Technologies

PLANO-CONC. LENS; N-BK 7; D=12.7

1

4401-304-005-00

4401-304-005-00

Excelitas Technologies

PROTECTIVE GLASS; WL=532NM; D=75

3

G063320000

G063320000

Excelitas Technologies

BICONVEXL.; FUSED SILICA; D=22.4

0

4401-481-005-00

4401-481-005-00

Excelitas Technologies

PROTECTIVE GLASS; FUSED SILICA;

3

G052013000

G052013000

Excelitas Technologies

ACHR. VIS ARB2; D=12.5; F=60; MO

3

G063112000

G063112000

Excelitas Technologies

PLANO-CONVEX LENS; FUSED SILICA;

3

G052010000

G052010000

Excelitas Technologies

ACHR. VIS ARB2; D=12.5; F=40; MO

3

G052305000

G052305000

Excelitas Technologies

PLANO-CONC. LENS; N-BK 7; D=10;

0

4401-496-005-01

4401-496-005-01

Excelitas Technologies

PROTECTIVE GLASS; FUSED SILICA;

3

G052402000

G052402000

Excelitas Technologies

BICONCAVL.; N-BK 7; D=12.7; F=-2

0

G052310000

G052310000

Excelitas Technologies

PLANO-CONC. LENS; N-BK 7; D=12.7

1

4401-511-823-00

4401-511-823-00

Excelitas Technologies

PROTECTIVE GLASS; FUSED SILICA;

3

G052005000

G052005000

Excelitas Technologies

ACHR. VIS ARB2; D=8; F=16; MOUNT

3

G052302000

G052302000

Excelitas Technologies

PLANO-CONC. LENS; N-BK 7; D=6; F

1

G052015000

G052015000

Excelitas Technologies

ACHR. VIS ARB2; D=12.5; F=100; M

3

G052210000

G052210000

Excelitas Technologies

BICONVEXL.; N-BK 7; D=12.7; F=10

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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