The 45-796 is a high-quality achromatic doublet lens, boasting a 12 mm diameter and an effective focal length of 40 mm, specifically designed for use within the near-infrared (NIR II) spectrum of 750-1550 nm. This lens is sourced from the reputable optical vendor, Edmund Optics, and is available directly from their website.
This lens is a multiplet, meaning it is composed of multiple individual lenses to optimize its optical performance. The doublet configuration consists of two lenses made from Schott's N-LAK22 and N-SF6 materials, which are renowned for their excellent optical properties within the NIR II range.
The lens features a geometric design optimized for its purpose, with an edge thickness of 6.12 mm and a center thickness of 4.5 mm. The curvature of the lens is defined by radii of 22.81 mm and -21.91 mm for the first and second surfaces, respectively, and a third radius of -250.49 mm on the inner surface of the second lens.
The 45-796 lens comes with standard NIR II coatings on both the front and back surfaces, specifically Edmund Optics' EDM NIR-II STD CURVE coating. This coating enhances the lens's performance within the NIR II spectrum, ensuring optimal transmission and minimal reflection.