Porro Prism / Right Angle Prism
Description
Right angle prisms are extremely versatile optical components, commonly used as individual prisms and components of optical assemblies. A beam of light entering the leg of a right angle prism will deviate by a nominal value of 90°, while precise rotation of the prism controls beam alignment. When light enters the hypotenuse of the prism, it is commonly called a porro prism. In this configuration, a light beam will undergo 180° deviation that is invariant in the azimuthal axis, while precise adjustment of the prism controls beam elevation.
Porro Prism / Right Angle Prism
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| Material: | BK7, FS, Custom |
| Dimensions (A): | 6.4 mm |
| Dimensions (B): | 6.4 mm |
| Dimensions (C): | -- mm |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Right angle prisms are used as individual prisms and components of optical assemblies.
A beam of light entering the leg of a right angle prism will deviate by a nominal value of 90°.
When light enters the hypotenuse of a right angle prism, it is commonly called a porro prism.
In the configuration of a porro prism, a light beam will undergo 180° deviation that is invariant in the azimuthal axis.
Right angle prisms are commonly used in laser optics, OEMs, and spectrometry.