63-228 9.53 mm Dia. Ruby Doped Sapphire Ball Lenses Uncoated

The 63-228 is a 9.53 mm diameter Ruby Doped Sapphire Ball Lens, uncoated, available from Edmund Optics. This lens, with its unique properties, is a valuable addition to any optical system.

The lens is a Ball Lens, a type of lens where both surfaces are spherical and centered on the same axis. This design allows for excellent light transmission and minimal aberration, making it ideal for a wide range of applications. The lens's base shape is circular, further enhancing its light transmission capabilities.

The lens is made from Sapphire, specifically Al2O3, with a Ruby dopant. This material combination provides excellent durability, chemical resistance, and high thermal shock resistance. The Ruby doping enhances the lens's performance in specific wavelengths, making it suitable for applications that require precise wavelength control.

The lens has a diameter of 9.53 mm, providing a good balance between light gathering capability and compactness. The lens does not have any inner or outer radius, indicating a symmetrical design that ensures uniform light transmission.

The lens is uncoated, which means it does not have any additional layers to enhance its optical properties. While this may result in a slightly lower transmission rate compared to coated lenses, it ensures a broader wavelength range and less complex fabrication, often leading to a more cost-effective solution.

The lens is designed to work with a wavelength of 587.6 nm, making it suitable for applications that operate in this wavelength range. This includes various fields such as spectroscopy, biomedical imaging, and fluorescence microscopy.