The LA5956 is a Plano-Convex lens with a diameter of 25.4 mm, sourced from the reputable optical component manufacturer, Thorlabs. This lens is made from Calcium Fluoride (CaF2) material, specifically identified as "caf2 mal-1963" in the material database.
The lens's geometry is characterized by its spherical shape, with a radius of curvature (R1) of 325.4 mm for the curved face. The lens's thickness varies from 2 mm at the edge to 2.2 mm at the center. The Effective Focal Length (EFL) of this lens is 750.1 mm, making it suitable for applications that require long focal lengths.
The lens is uncoated, which means it does not have any anti-reflective coatings. This may result in higher reflective losses, but it also ensures that the lens does not introduce any additional chromatic aberrations.
The lens's vendor, Thorlabs, indicates that it is in stock on their website, and they provide a direct link to the product page for easy reference. This lens is a great option for users looking for a high-quality, uncoated Plano-Convex lens made from Calcium Fluoride material.