45-388 N-BK7 Right Angle Prism; 10.0 mm MgF2 Legs/Aluminized on Hypotenuse

The 45-388 N-BK7 Right Angle Prism is a high-quality optical component sourced from Edmund Optics. This prism is made of N-BK7 glass, a popular material in the optical industry due to its excellent optical properties and wide transparency range. The prism's right-angle design allows for precise refraction and reflection of light, making it ideal for various applications.

The prism features 10.0 mm MgF2-coated legs, which are designed to reduce surface reflection and increase transmission. The MgF2 coating, or Magnesium Fluoride, is a broadband anti-reflection coating that is highly effective across a wide range of wavelengths. This coating is particularly useful in applications where high transmission and low loss are critical.

The hypotenuse of the prism is aluminized, which provides a highly reflective surface for total internal reflection. This feature is particularly useful in applications where light needs to be redirected within the optical path without significant loss.

The prism's geometry is designed for optimal performance at a wavelength of 587.6 nm. This wavelength falls within the visible light spectrum, making this prism suitable for applications involving visible light.

In terms of shape, the prism is a Right Angle Prism, which is a type of prism that has a 90-degree angle between its two reflecting surfaces. This design allows for precise refraction and reflection of light, making it ideal for various applications in fields such as imaging, spectroscopy, and beam manipulation.