The 34-401 75 x 75mm Protected Silver Mirror is a high-quality optical component designed for use in a wide range of applications. Sourced from the renowned vendor Edmund Optics, this mirror boasts a robust construction and impressive specifications, making it a reliable choice for various optical systems.
This mirror features a rectangular base shape with dimensions of 75 x 75mm, providing a generous surface area for light reflection. It has a thickness of 7.5mm, offering sufficient structural integrity while maintaining a relatively lightweight design. The mirror is made from fused silica, a material known for its excellent optical properties and durability, identified in the item data as "fused sil mal-1965".
The mirror's coating is a key feature, with a front side coated with EDM DPROTSIL3001000, a protected silver coating designed to reflect light within the wavelength range of 450-10000nm. This broadband coating ensures high reflectivity across a wide spectrum, making it suitable for various applications, from visible light to near-infrared and even some parts of the ultraviolet spectrum.
The mirror is classified as a metallic mirror, a type known for their high reflectivity and durability. The protected silver coating enhances these properties, providing a mirror that is resistant to tarnish and corrosion, ensuring longevity and reliable performance.
The item data also indicates that this mirror is shaped as a thin lens, although the specific curvature or other lens parameters are not provided. This shape may offer some focusing or dispersive properties, depending on the specific curvature and application.