Cylindrical lenses are optical lenses with one curved surface and one flat surface, designed to focus light in only one direction, unlike spherical lenses which focus light in two dimensions. These lenses are commonly used to shape and control light beams, making them essential components in applications such as laser beam shaping, optical systems, and imaging devices.
Cylindrical lenses come in two main types: convex and concave. Convex cylindrical lenses converge light in one axis, while concave cylindrical lenses diverge light in the same axis. This directional control over the light beam makes cylindrical lenses ideal for applications that require the manipulation of light in a specific direction, such as in laser systems, optical scanners, and beam collimation.
Our cylindrical lenses are available in various materials, including optical glass, quartz, and infrared-transmitting materials, to meet different wavelength and environmental requirements. Additionally, coatings such as anti-reflective coatings can be applied to improve light transmission and minimize reflections.
Cylindrical lenses are widely used in laser optics, optical instruments, and applications where beam shaping is necessary, such as in barcode scanners, optical data storage, and fiber optics. Customization options, including different sizes, curvatures, and coatings, make these lenses suitable for a wide range of precision optical systems.
Whether you're working with laser systems or need to shape light for a specific optical project, our cylindrical lenses provide the high-quality performance you require.
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