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For today's sophisticated and compact laser systems, aspheres are the most powerful lenses for managing laser light. In these systems, spherical aberration is the most prevalent performance detractor. It arises from the use of spherical surfaces and artificially limits focusing and collimating accuracy.
Although it has been known for centuries that spherical geometry is not optimum for refracting light, the expense of fabricating non-spherical (aspheric) surfaces has inhibited their use. With the breakthrough of LightPath's glass molding technology, this optimal geometry has become a reality. More...
The collimator is a fundamental element of any optical network. The performance and reliability of essential components such as the collimator are integral to designing quality systems that meet today's market demands.
For example, the more energy the collimator is able to gather from the source and launch into the fiber end, the stronger the signal strength and the higher the system efficiency. This higher efficiency means time and money saved in fewer system components and greater design freedom. While product efficiency is important, the compatibility of the collimator with your manufacturing process is equally important. If the specifications aren't compatible with your assembly techniques, or if piece-to-piece uniformity and quality are poor, you may be losing valuable savings. More...
LightPath's Black Diamond™ lenses are infrared lenses manufactured from moldable chalcogenide glass. This glass can be customized for applications between 1 micron to 14 microns in wavelength, opening up new applications in thermal imaging and smart sensors. The lenses can be customized in sizes up to 25mm and can be provided molded into a metal holder or with a diffractive surface to make the systems achromatic.
By leveraging our broad optical component portfolio, LightPath has a track record for implementing sophisticated integrated optical assemblies. Our in-house engineering staff can design custom assemblies, including complex imaging systems for camera systems, to your exact specifications. Additional services include thermal analysis and athermalization for better performance across a larger temperature range. More...
Ideal for high power applications, GRADIUM® lenses and their gradient-index structure often allow a GRADIUM® singlet to replace a conventional spherical doublet. GRADIUM® lenses can be custom designed for visible or near infrared applications in diameters from 5mm to over 100mm. GRADIUM® doublets are also available for better achromatic performance and can equal the performance of conventional triplets. More...
