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Achieve high-performance light transmission with Sugitoh Optics’ ball lenses, catering to all optical needs.

Sugitoh Optics' ball lenses are the optimal optical components for solving issues related to imaging and light collimation. Used at the end of optical fibers or in laser oscillators, these lenses exhibit excellent light transmission characteristics. They are indispensable in optical systems, enabling uniform illumination and precise light control.

Features

High-precision spherical processing technology ensures uniform and stable light output.
Wide acceptance angle provides high coupling efficiency with optical fibers.
Available in various sizes and materials, allowing for customization to specific optical systems.

Specifications

Materials: BK7 glass, quartz, sapphire
Sphere diameter: 1mm to 10mm
Surface accuracy: λ/4 @ 632.8 nm
Surface quality: 20-10 scratch/dig
Design wavelength: 350nm to 2.3μm

Applications

Collimation and focus adjustment in laser optical systems
High-efficiency light coupling at the terminations of optical fibers
Use as a light source in medical endoscopes and inspection equipment
Ball lenses, with their compact size and optical simplicity, meet the diverse demands of intricate optical applications. Sugitoh Optics provides this critical component through cutting-edge processing technology and strict quality control.