The AL5040M-C is a high-precision aspheric lens offered by Thorlabs, designed with a 50 mm diameter and a focal length of 40 mm. This lens is crafted from S-LAH64, a high-quality optical glass from Ohara, ensuring excellent optical performance. The lens features a CNC-polished surface, which provides superior surface accuracy and finish.
The lens is designed for use in the 1050-1700 nm wavelength range, making it suitable for a variety of applications in the near-infrared spectrum. It boasts a high numerical aperture (NA) of 0.55, which allows for a wide angle of acceptance and improved light-gathering capabilities.
The AL5040M-C is coated with Thorlabs' proprietary broadband anti-reflection coating, denoted as 'tho c bbar'. This coating is applied to both the front and back surfaces of the lens, reducing surface reflections and increasing transmission efficiency.