What Is a Fused Silica Plano Convex Lens?
A Fused Silica Plano Convex Lens is a positive focal length optical lens made from fused silica.
It has one flat optical surface and one convex surface. The convex surface provides positive optical power and can be used to focus or converge incoming light.
Fused Silica Plano Convex Lens Specifications
| Material | Fused silica |
| Diameter | 19.05mm |
| Edge Thickness | 1mm |
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Key Features of Fused Silica Plano Convex Lens
- Fused silica optical material
- Plano convex optical geometry
- Positive focal length
- Low thermal expansion
How Does a Plano Convex Lens Work?
A Plano Convex Lens has one plane surface and one convex surface.
When light passes through the curved surface, it is refracted toward the optical axis. This gives the lens positive optical power and allows it to focus or converge light.
Applications of Fused Silica Plano Convex Lens
- UV optical instruments
- Visible light optical systems
- Imaging equipment
- Optical measurement systems
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you manufacture the lens according to a drawing?
Yes. VY Optics supports customized fused silica plano convex lens manufacturing based on drawings, samples, and technical specifications.
