87-937 6mm Dia. x 18mm FL; Laser Grade Plano-Convex Lens Laser V-Coat 532nm
- Type
- Lens
- Subtype
- Spherical Lens (Plano-Convex)
- Brand
- Edmund Optics
Properties
- Shape
- Circular
- Diameter
- 6 mm
- EFL
- 18 mm
- BFL
- 16.62 mm
- R1
- 8.25 mm
Material
- Name
- Fused Silica
- Dispersion Equation
- Sellmeier
- n (λ)
- 1.4607063448921334
- λ
- 532 nm
- B1
- 0.6961663
- C1
- 0.00467914825849 μm2
- B2
- 0.4079426
- C2
- 0.013512063073959999 μm2
- B3
- 0.8974794
- C3
- 97.934002537921 μm2
87-937 6mm Dia. x 18mm FL; Laser Grade Plano-Convex Lens Laser V-Coat 532nm
The 87-937 is a laser grade plano-convex lens, boasting a 6mm diameter and a focal length of 18mm, specifically designed for use with a 532nm wavelength. This lens, sourced from the reputable vendor Edmund Optics, is a spherical lens with a base shape of a circle, ensuring optimal performance in a variety of applications.
The lens's geometry is meticulously crafted, with a thickness at the edge of 1.44mm and a center thickness of 2mm. The effective focal length (EFL) is 18mm, and the radius of curvature (R1) is 8.25mm. The back focal length (BFL) is 16.62mm, and both the inner and outer radii are 0mm, indicating a flat surface.
The lens is constructed from fused silica, identified as mal-1965 in the Material ID. This material is known for its excellent optical properties, making it an ideal choice for laser applications.
The lens features a coating on both the front and back surfaces, specifically an edm las v-coat 532. This coating is designed to enhance the lens's performance in laser applications, ensuring optimal light transmission and reducing unwanted reflections.