AC080-010-C 8 mm Dia. N-BAF10/N-SF6 Unmounted Achromatic Doublet; EFL=10mm 1050-1700nm

The AC080-010-C is an unmounted achromatic doublet lens, a high-quality optical component designed and manufactured by Thorlabs. This lens, with a diameter of 8 mm, is specifically designed for use within the wavelength range of 1050-1700nm, making it suitable for a variety of applications in the near-infrared spectrum.

The lens features a unique geometry, with an edge thickness of 3.9mm and a center thickness of 4.2mm and 1.3mm for its two components. The first component is made of N-BAF10 glass from Schott, while the second is made of N-SF6 glass from the same manufacturer. This combination of materials and design helps to minimize chromatic aberration, a common issue in optical systems where different wavelengths of light are focused at different points.

The lens is coated with Thorlabs' AC1050-1700-C coating on both the front and back surfaces. This coating is specifically designed to enhance the performance of the lens within the 1050-1700nm wavelength range, providing improved transmission and durability.

The AC080-010-C is a multiplet lens, meaning it is composed of multiple elements. This design allows for more precise control over the optical properties of the lens, resulting in superior performance compared to simpler lens designs. Despite its complex design, the lens is compact and lightweight, making it easy to integrate into a variety of optical systems.