Jiujon Optics is a company that specializes in optical components and systems for various applications, such as laser, imaging, microscopy, and spectroscopy. One of the products that Jiujon Optics offers is the Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens, which are high-quality lenses designed for controlling laser beams in various laser systems. These lenses are made from UV fused silica, which is a material that has excellent optical properties, such as high transmission, low absorption, low thermal expansion, and high resistance to thermal shock. The Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens have a plano-convex shape, which means that one surface of the lens is flat and the other is curved. This shape allows the lens to converge or diverge a laser beam, depending on the orientation of the lens. The Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens also have an anti-reflective coating, which reduces the reflection of light from the lens surfaces and increases the transmission of light through the lens. The Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens have the following specifications:
• Substrate: UV Fused Silica
• Dimensional Tolerance: -0.1 mm
• Thickness Tolerance: ±0.05 mm
• Surface Flatness: 1 (0.5) @ 632.8 nm
• Surface Quality: 40/20
• Edges: Ground, 0.3 mm max. Full width bevel
• Clear Aperture: 90%
• Centering: <1′
• Coating: Rabs<0.25% @ Design Wavelength
• Damage Threshold: 532 nm: 10 J/cm², 10 ns pulse, 1064 nm: 10 J/cm², 10 ns pulse
In this article, we will describe the detailed product properties and performance of the Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens, and how they can be used in various laser applications.
Product Properties
The Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens have the following product properties:
• Substrate: The substrate of the Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens is UV fused silica, which is a type of glass that is made by melting high-purity silica sand and then cooling it rapidly. UV fused silica has several advantages over other types of glass, such as BK7 or borosilicate glass, for laser applications. UV fused silica has a high transmission range, from the ultraviolet to the near-infrared region, which makes it suitable for various wavelengths of laser light. UV fused silica also has a low absorption coefficient, which means that it does not absorb much light and heat from the laser beam, preventing thermal effects such as lens distortion or damage. UV fused silica also has a low coefficient of thermal expansion, which means that it does not change its shape or size significantly when exposed to temperature changes, ensuring the stability and accuracy of the lens. UV fused silica also has a high resistance to thermal shock, which means that it can withstand rapid changes in temperature without cracking or breaking, enhancing the durability and reliability of the lens.
• Dimensional Tolerance: The dimensional tolerance of the Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens is -0.1 mm, which means that the diameter of the lens can vary by up to 0.1 mm from the nominal value. The dimensional tolerance is important for ensuring the fit and alignment of the lens in the optical system, as well as the consistency and repeatability of the lens performance. A small dimensional tolerance indicates a high level of precision and quality in the lens manufacturing process, which is essential for laser applications.
• Thickness Tolerance: The thickness tolerance of the Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens is ±0.05 mm, which means that the thickness of the lens can vary by up to 0.05 mm from the nominal value. The thickness tolerance is important for ensuring the focal length and the optical power of the lens, as well as the aberrations and the image quality of the lens. A small thickness tolerance indicates a high level of precision and quality in the lens manufacturing process, which is essential for laser applications.
• Surface Flatness: The surface flatness of the Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens is 1 (0.5) @ 632.8 nm, which means that the deviation of the flat surface of the lens from a perfect plane is less than 1 (0.5) wavelength of light at 632.8 nm. The surface flatness is important for ensuring the quality and the uniformity of the laser beam, as well as the aberrations and the image quality of the lens. A high surface flatness indicates a high level of precision and quality in the lens polishing process, which is essential for laser applications.
• Surface Quality: The surface quality of the Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens is 40/20, which means that the number and the size of the surface defects, such as scratches and digs, are within the limits specified by the MIL-PRF-13830B standard. The surface quality is important for ensuring the quality and the uniformity of the laser beam, as well as the durability and the reliability of the lens. A high surface quality indicates a high level of precision and quality in the lens polishing process, which is essential for laser applications.
• Edges: The edges of the Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens are ground, which means that they are smoothed and rounded by a mechanical process. The edges also have a 0.3 mm max. full width bevel, which means that they have a small angle cut along the edge to reduce the sharpness and the stress concentration. The edges are important for ensuring the safety and the handling of the lens, as well as the mechanical strength and the stability of the lens. A smooth and beveled edge indicates a high level of precision and quality in the lens manufacturing process, which is essential for laser applications.
• Clear Aperture: The clear aperture of the Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens is 90%, which means that 90% of the diameter of the lens is free of any obstruction or defect that could affect the transmission or the quality of the laser beam. The clear aperture is important for ensuring the efficiency and the performance of the lens, as well as the aberrations and the image quality of the lens. A high clear aperture indicates a high level of precision and quality in the lens manufacturing process, which is essential for laser applications.
• Centering: The centering of the Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens is <1′, which means that the deviation of the optical axis of the lens from the mechanical axis of the lens is less than 1 arcminute. The centering is important for ensuring the alignment and the accuracy of the lens in the optical system, as well as the aberrations and the image quality of the lens. A high centering indicates a high level of precision and quality in the lens manufacturing process, which is essential for laser applications.
• Coating: The coating of the Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens is Rabs<0.25% @ Design Wavelength, which means that the reflectance of the lens surfaces is less than 0.25% at the design wavelength of the laser beam. The coating is an anti-reflective (AR) coating, which is a thin layer of material that is applied to the lens surfaces to reduce the reflection of light and increase the transmission of light. The coating is important for ensuring the efficiency and the performance of the lens, as well as the durability and the reliability of the lens. A low reflectance and a high transmission indicate a high level of precision and quality in the lens coating process, which is essential for laser applications.
• Damage Threshold: The damage threshold of the Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens is 532 nm: 10 J/cm², 10 ns pulse and 1064 nm: 10 J/cm², 10 ns pulse, which means that the maximum amount of laser energy that the lens can withstand without being damaged is 10 joules per square centimeter for a 10 nanosecond pulse at 532 nm and 1064 nm wavelengths. The damage threshold is important for ensuring the safety and the reliability of the lens, as well as the quality and the uniformity of the laser beam. A high damage threshold indicates a high level of resistance and durability of the lens material and coating, which is essential for laser applications.
The Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens have excellent product properties, which make them suitable for various laser applications.
Product Performance
The Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens have the following product performance:
• Convergence and Divergence: The Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens have the ability to converge or diverge a laser beam, depending on the orientation of the lens. The convex surface of the lens is used to converge, while the flat surface is flat and does not significantly affect the laser beam. The convergence or divergence of the laser beam is determined by the focal length and the position of the lens relative to the laser source and the target. The focal length of the lens is the distance from the lens to the point where the laser beam converges to a point, also known as the focal point. The position of the lens is the distance from the lens to the laser source or the target, which affects the size and the shape of the laser beam. By adjusting the focal length and the position of the lens, the Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens can achieve different effects, such as beam shaping, collimation, and focusing. Beam shaping is the process of changing the cross-sectional profile of the laser beam, such as from a circular to a rectangular shape. Collimation is the process of making the laser beam parallel and uniform, without any divergence or convergence. Focusing is the process of concentrating the laser beam to a small spot, increasing its intensity and power. The Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens can perform these functions with high precision and efficiency, improving the quality and the performance of the laser system.
• Aberrations and Image Quality: The Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens have the ability to correct or minimize the aberrations and improve the image quality of the laser beam, depending on the design and the quality of the lens. Aberrations are the deviations of the laser beam from the ideal or expected behavior, such as spherical aberration, coma, astigmatism, distortion, and chromatic aberration. These aberrations can affect the quality and the uniformity of the laser beam, causing blurring, distortion, or color fringing. Image quality is the measure of how well the lens can reproduce the details and the contrast of the laser beam, such as resolution, modulation transfer function, and contrast ratio. These image quality parameters can affect the accuracy and the clarity of the laser beam, especially for applications that involve imaging or sensing. The Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens can correct or minimize the aberrations and improve the image quality of the laser beam, by using high-quality materials, precise manufacturing processes, and optimal lens designs, ensuring the best possible performance of the laser system.
The Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens have outstanding product performance, which enhance the driving experience and satisfaction of the driver.
Conclusion
The Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens are a remarkable product that can control laser beams in various laser systems. These lenses are designed and manufactured by Jiujon Optics, a company that specializes in optical components and systems for various applications. The Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens are made from UV fused silica, which is a high-quality material that offers many advantages over conventional cast wheels. The Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens have a plano-convex shape, which allows the lens to converge or diverge a laser beam, depending on the orientation of the lens. The Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens also have an anti-reflective coating, which reduces the reflection of light from the lens surfaces and increases the transmission of light through the lens. The Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens have excellent product properties, such as substrate, dimensional tolerance, thickness tolerance, surface flatness, surface quality, edges, clear aperture, centering, coating, and damage threshold, which make them suitable for various laser applications. The Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens also have outstanding product performance, such as convergence and divergence, aberrations and image quality, which enhance the quality and the performance of the laser system. The Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens are a must-have product for laser enthusiasts and individuals seeking to elevate their laser system to a new level of excellence.
If you are interested in ordering the Laser Grade Plano-Convex-Lens, you can visit the Jiujon Optics website for more information. You can also browse other products and designs from Jiujon Optics, such as the Broadband AR Coated Achromatic Lenses and the Circular And Rectangular Cylinder Lenses, which are also available in different sizes and coatings. Jiujon Optics is a reliable and reputable company that offers high-quality and affordable optical components and systems for various applications.
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Post time: Dec-27-2023
