The LA4372 UV Fused Silica Plano-Convex Lens is a high-quality optical component designed for use in a wide range of applications. Manufactured by Thorlabs, a leading vendor in the field of optical components, this lens boasts a 75 mm diameter and a focal length of 150.5 mm, making it a versatile choice for many setups.
The lens is made from UV Fused Silica, a material known for its excellent transmission properties across a broad spectrum, including the ultraviolet range. This makes the LA4372 particularly suitable for applications where high transmittance in the UV range is required.
The lens features a plano-convex geometry, with a flat (plano) surface on one side and a curved (convex) surface on the other. This design allows for efficient light collection and focusing, making the lens ideal for use in imaging systems, beam shaping, and other applications where precise light control is necessary.
The LA4372 has a thickness of 3 mm at the edge and center, providing rigidity and durability. The lens's inner and outer radii are 0 mm, indicating a sharply curved convex surface. The back focal length (BFL) is 140.9 mm, and the effective focal length (EFL) is 150.5 mm, which are crucial specifications for designing and integrating the lens into optical systems.
Notably, this lens is uncoated. While coatings can enhance the performance of optical components by reducing reflections, increasing transmittance, or providing other benefits, an uncoated lens can be a cost-effective choice for applications where such enhancements are not necessary.