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Spherical Lens
Optical systems integrators depend on Optimax to deliver high-precision optics in rapid timeframes. We specialize in manufacturing high-precision optical components, providing custom solutions that provide the ideal balance of cost with optical performance.
Our proprietary processes and engineered solutions enable us to manufacture spherical lens surfaces from a wide range of materials, including ceramics, crystals, fused silica, and glass.
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Types of Spherical Optics
Spherical lenses sometimes referred to as singlets, are optical elements with a curved surface. This curved surface is typically spherical, comprising a segment of a ball, which is manufactured with a specific radius of curvature.
There are two main types of spherical lenses: concave and convex. Concave spherical optics have a thin central portion with a thick periphery, while convex lenses have the opposite.
At Optimax, we routinely produce both types of spherical optics for a wide range of imaging applications. Different formats we manufacture include:
Concave
Convex
Specifying Spherical Lenses
The first step in specifying an optical sphere is choosing the material, and the second is selecting critical mechanical attributes. These include: thickness, typically center thickness (CT); a diameter, often the outside diameter (OD); and surface radii. Ultimately, the goal is to fabricate a spherical lens with finely toleranced mechanical attributes which yield high optical performance with minimal cost. At Optimax, we utilize cutting-edge metrology tools and profilers to ensure optimal transmission, wavefront distortion, and light scattering properties.
Manufacturing Optical Spheres
Optimax is the largest high-precision optics manufacturer in the United States, with an expansive team of expert engineers. Through research & development and continuous improvement, we work to ensure our valued customers receive high-quality spherical lenses when they need them.
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Sphere Manufacturing Limits Sphere Tolerancing Limits Manufacturing Tolerance ChartTechnical Expertise
Do you want to learn more about spherical optics? Refer to our Knowledge Center to read technical papers on the fabrication of optical spheres, including notes on critical mechanical attributes.
Manufacturing the Future
At Optimax, we are manufacturing the future, creating the highest precision freeform optics underlying high-tech systems in key markets and applications. We offer rapid and expedited delivery upon request and are committed to our customers in the long term.
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