88-697-INK 15.0mm Dia. x 30.0mm FL; VIS-EXT; Inked; Plano-Convex Lens VIS-EXT 350-700nm
- Type
- Lens
- Subtype
- Spherical Lens (Plano-Convex)
- Brand
- Edmund Optics
Properties
- Shape
- Circular
- Diameter
- 15 mm
- EFL
- 30 mm
- BFL
- 27.9 mm
- R1
- 15.52 mm
Material
- Name
- N-BK7
- Dispersion Equation
- Sellmeier
- n (λ)
- 1.5167984379050088
- λ
- 587.6 nm
- B1
- 1.03961212
- C1
- 0.00600069867 μm2
- B2
- 0.231792344
- C2
- 0.0200179144 μm2
- B3
- 1.01046945
- C3
- 103.560653 μm2
88-697-INK 15.0mm Dia. x 30.0mm FL; VIS-EXT; Inked; Plano-Convex Lens VIS-EXT 350-700nm
The 88-697-INK is a Plano-Convex lens, a type of spherical lens, sourced from Edmund Optics. This lens, with a diameter of 15.0mm, is designed for use in the visible light spectrum, specifically between 350-700nm, making it suitable for a wide range of optical applications.
The lens features a front and back coating of EDM VIS EXT, a coating type that enhances its performance in the visible light spectrum. The lens has a thickness of 1.25mm at the edge and 3.18mm at the center, providing a base for various mounting and integration options.
The effective focal length (EFL) of this lens is 30.0mm, a characteristic that influences the convergence or divergence of light passing through it. The lens's front surface has a radius of curvature of 15.52mm, and the back focal length (BFL) is 27.9mm.
The lens is made of N-BK7 Schott, a popular optical glass due to its excellent optical properties and versatility. This material ensures high transmission and low dispersion, making it an ideal choice for various optical systems.