L-PCX010 8 mm Dia. Plano-Convex Lens; EFL=15mm Uncoated

The L-PCX010 is a Plano-Convex lens with an 8 mm diameter, sourced from Ross Optical. This lens type features a single spherical surface, with the planar side facing the incoming light. The lens's geometry includes a thickness edge of 2 mm and a thickness center of 3.1 mm, ensuring structural integrity and minimal distortion.

The effective focal length (EFL) of this lens is 15 mm, a crucial specification for optical system design. The EFL determines the lens's magnification power and is a key factor in determining the overall system's magnification. The lens's radius of curvature (R1) is 7.752 mm, and the back focal length (BFL) is 13.01 mm, contributing to the lens's overall optical performance.

The lens is made from N-BK7 Schott glass, a common and versatile optical material known for its excellent optical properties and high damage threshold. This material is particularly suitable for applications in the visible spectrum, with a central wavelength of 587.6 nm.

Notably, this lens is uncoated. Coatings are often applied to lenses to enhance their performance by reducing reflections, increasing transmission, or providing other desirable optical properties. However, an uncoated lens can be advantageous in certain applications where specific coating properties are not required, or where cost or simplicity are primary concerns.