LA4236-UV UV Fused Silica Plano-Convex Lens; Dia:1 in; f=125.4 mm ARC 245-400nm

The LA4236-UV UV Fused Silica Plano-Convex Lens is a high-quality optical component designed for use in a wide range of applications. Manufactured by Thorlabs, this lens boasts a diameter of 1 inch (25.4 mm) and a focal length of 125.4 mm, making it a versatile choice for many optical systems.

The lens is constructed from UV Fused Silica, a material known for its excellent transparency across a broad spectrum, including the ultraviolet range. This makes the LA4236-UV particularly suitable for applications that require high transmission in the UV region, such as UV curing, fluorescence microscopy, or UV laser systems.

The lens features a plano-convex geometry, with a spherical surface on one side and a flat surface on the other. This design allows for efficient light collection and focusing, making the lens ideal for use as a focusing or collimating element. The lens has a center thickness of 3.4 mm and an edge thickness of 2 mm, providing a robust and durable construction.

The LA4236-UV is coated with a broadband anti-reflection coating, specifically designed for the 245-400 nm range. This coating reduces surface reflections, thereby increasing the overall transmission of the lens and improving the contrast and signal-to-noise ratio in the final image.