Plano-convex cylindral lenses feature single plano and single convex cylindrical surface, while their focal length is positive. These lenses operate only in one dimension rather than in two symmetrical dimensions, as plano-convex lenses. Plano-convex cylindrical lenses provide best performance at same operating conditions as plano-convex spherical lenses: from 5X to finite-conjugate ratio.
Main features
- Fabricated from high-quality UV grade fused silica, BK7 glasses
- Standard face dimensions are 25,4x25,4 mm and 25,4x50,8 mm
- Focal length selection from 50 mm to 10000 mm
- Antireflective coatings, custom substrate material, dimensions and focal lengths available upon request
Application examples
- Coupling into a slit or linear shape detectors
- Anamorphic beam shaping
- Astigmatism correction of laser diode beam