This optical element is a reflective grating, sourced from the reputable vendor Edmund Optics. It boasts a base shape of a rectangle, with dimensions of 25 x 25 x 9.5 mm, providing a substantial surface area for light interaction. The grating is made of soda lime float glass, a common material in optical applications due to its excellent transparency and durability.
The grating features 300 grooves per millimeter, with a blaze wavelength of 500 nm, making it suitable for applications in the visible light spectrum. The blaze angle is 4.3 degrees, which contributes to its high efficiency in diffracting light. The orientation vector is along the x-axis, and the order is -1, indicating the grating's operational mode.
The grating's coating is bare aluminum on the front side, which provides high reflectivity and durability. The grating side is the front side, meaning the incident light should be directed towards the front surface of the grating.
This diffraction grating is a versatile and robust optical element, ideal for various applications. It is currently in stock and can be purchased directly from the vendor through the provided web link.