WQZ2601 26 mm Dia. Z-Cut Quartz Right Handed Round Window; t=1mm Uncoated

This is the WQZ2601, a 26 mm diameter Z-cut quartz right-handed round window, with a thickness of 1 mm and no coating. Sourced from Knight Optical, this window is a flat, circular optical element, designed for use in various applications.

The window is made of quartz, also known as fused silica or silicon dioxide (SiO2), a high-purity natural sand that has been fused and vitrified. Quartz is known for its excellent optical, mechanical, and thermal properties, making it a popular choice for various optical applications. It has a low coefficient of thermal expansion, is highly resistant to thermal shock, and has excellent transmission properties across a wide range of wavelengths, including the ultraviolet, visible, and infrared regions.

The window features a Z-cut, which is a specific orientation of the crystal structure. This cut provides unique properties that can be beneficial in certain applications. The window is right-handed, indicating the direction of the optic axis.

The window has a diameter of 26 mm and a thickness of 1 mm. The thinness of the window makes it lightweight and suitable for applications where space is limited. Despite its thinness, it maintains the excellent optical properties associated with quartz.

The window is uncoated, meaning it does not have any additional layers applied to its surface. This can be beneficial in applications where coatings may interfere with the optical path or where simplicity and cost-effectiveness are priorities.

The window is in stock and available for immediate purchase from Knight Optical. It can be found on their website at https://www.knightoptical.com/stock/default/z-cut-quartz-window-26mmdiax1mmthk.html.