C-Lens for Fiber Optics: Collimator Isolator and Switch Applications
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Description
C-Lens is expertly crafted for optimal performance in fiber optics applications, such as collimators, isolators, switches, collimator arrays, and laser assemblies. This specialized lens stands out from other gradient index lenses due to its exceptional qualities, including affordability, minimal insertion loss over extended working distances, and a broad range of operational distances. Our team of seasoned optical design engineers is dedicated to tailoring C-Lens designs to meet specific customer requirements, beyond the standard offerings.
Constructed from either SF11 or N-SF11 materials, the C-Lens boasts a remarkable transmission rate of over 99% within the 900-1700nm range, ensuring superior performance in diverse optical systems. The lens is engineered to preserve polarization with a factor of 0.99, making it a reliable component in precision applications. Its thermal expansion coefficient is notably low at less than 6×10-6/°C, and it can withstand maximum operating temperatures of up to 400°C, demonstrating its robustness in various environmental conditions.
The C-Lens is designed with excellent resistance to hygroscopic conditions, acids, and alkaline substances, which ensures durability and longevity. It is capable of handling power levels exceeding 1W, making it suitable for demanding optical applications. The lens is meticulously crafted with precise diameter and length tolerances, maintaining a high standard of surface quality with a 40-20 scratch and dig rating. Additionally, it features a specialized coating with reflectance below 0.25% at the designated wavelength, providing optimal performance and reliability.
C-Lens for Fiber Optics: Collimator Isolator and Switch Applications
Specifications |
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| Material: | BK7, FS, UVFS, CaF2, ZnSe, Si, Ge, H-K9L, BaF2, MgF2, H-ZF13 |
| Diameter: | 1 mm |
| Lens Type: | Plano-Convex, Plano-Concave, Bi-Convex, Bi-Concave |
| Lens Material: | SF11 or N-SF11 |
| Transmission: | >99%(900-1700nm) |
| Polarization Preservation: | 0.99 |
| Thermal Expansion Coefficient: | <6×10-6/°c |
| Max Operating Temp: | 400°c |
| Hygroscopic Susceptibility: | No |
| Acid And Alkaline Resistance: | Excellent |
| Power Handling: | >1w |
| Diameter Tolerance: | +0.005mm,-0.01mm for f 1.8mm to f 4.0mm |
| Diameter Tolerance: | +0.0mm,-0.01mm for f 1.0mm |
| Diameter Range: | > f 1.0mm |
| Length Tolerance: | ±0.03mm |
| Wedge Tolerance: | ±0.3° |
| Surface Quality: | 40-20 scratch & dig |
| Coating: | R<0.25%@(Design Wavelength)±40nm |
Features
- Specialized for Fiber Optics: The C-lens is expertly designed for use in collimators, isolators, switches, collimator arrays, and laser assemblies, ensuring high performance in fiber optics applications.
- Cost-Effective Solution: Compared to other gradient index lenses, the C-lens offers a low-cost solution without compromising on quality.
- Low Insertion Loss: Experience minimal signal loss even over extended working distances, making it ideal for various optical applications.
- Wide Working Distance Range: The C-lens supports a broad range of working distances, enhancing its versatility in different setups.
- Custom Design Services: Our skilled optical design engineers can customize the C-lens to meet specific customer requirements, alongside our standard product offerings.
- High Transmission Rate: Achieves over 99% transmission efficiency in the 900-1700nm wavelength range, ensuring optimal performance.
- Polarization Preservation: Maintains a polarization preservation rate of 0.99, crucial for sensitive optical systems.
- Robust Material: Made from SF11 or N-SF11, providing excellent resistance to acids and alkalines and ensuring durability.
- High Thermal Stability: With a maximum operating temperature of 400°C and a thermal expansion coefficient of <6×10-6/°C, the C-lens is designed for stability under varying thermal conditions.
- Non-Hygroscopic: The C-lens is resistant to moisture absorption, maintaining its integrity in humid environments.
- Power Handling Capability: Supports power handling of over 1W, suitable for high-power applications.
- Precision Dimensions: Offers precise diameter and length tolerances, ensuring consistent performance across applications.
- Superior Surface Quality: Features a surface quality of 40-20 scratch & dig, ensuring minimal surface imperfections.
- Advanced Coating: Equipped with a coating of R<0.25% at the design wavelength ±40nm, enhancing its optical performance.
Applications
- Collimator
- Isolator
- Switch
- MEMS
- Collimator Array
- Laser Assembly
Frequently Asked Questions
C-lens is specially designed for fiber optics usage in collimator, isolator, switch, collimator array and laser Assembly.
C-lens has many advantages including low cost, low insertion loss in long working distance, wide working distance range.
The properties of C-lens include lens material (SF11 or N-SF11), transmission (>99% from 900-1700nm), polarization preservation (0.99), thermal expansion coefficient (<6×10-6/°c), max operating temp (400°c), hygroscopic susceptibility (No), acid and alkaline resistance (Excellent), and power handling (>1w).
The standard specifications for C-lens include diameter tolerance of +0.005mm,-0.01mm for f 1.8mm to f 4.0mm and +0.0mm,-0.01mm for f 1.0mm, diameter range of > f 1.0mm, length tolerance of ±0.03mm, wedge tolerance of ±0.3°, surface quality of 40-20 scratch & dig, and coating of R<0.25%@(Design Wavelength)±40nm.
Yes, with experienced optical design engineers, C-lens can be designed according to customer’s requirements.