The MPD284 P01 45° is a specialized Off-Axis Parabolic Mirror, sourced from the renowned optical component manufacturer, Thorlabs. This mirror, with a base shape of a circle, has a diameter of 2 inches (50.8 mm) and a focal length of 172.72 mm (6.799 inches), designed to collect and focus light at a 45-degree angle.
The mirror's geometry is further defined by its thickness of approximately 33.02 mm (1.299 inches), providing structural rigidity and stability. The off-axis angle of 45 degrees ensures efficient light collection and focusing, making it ideal for various applications in optical systems.
The mirror is crafted from N-BK7 Schott glass, a popular choice for its high refractive index and low dispersion, ensuring excellent optical performance. The front surface of the mirror is coated with Thorlabs' P01 Protected Silver coating, which provides high reflectivity (R>95%) in the visible spectrum (400-700 nm) and excellent environmental stability.
The mirror's shape, Off-Axis Parabolic, is designed to collect and focus light at a specific angle, making it suitable for use in applications such as beam shaping, laser beam expansion, and light collimation. The mirror's design and construction ensure high-quality optical performance, making it a reliable choice for various optical systems.