80-50 Scratch / Dig Optical Prisms
Description
80-50 Scratch / Dig Optical Prisms are precision optical components characterized by their surface quality, where scratches have an average length of 0.80 mm and digs have an average diameter of 0.50 mm. These prisms are used to manipulate light paths through refraction or total internal reflection, and are typically made from high-quality optical glass with precisely polished surfaces.
Working Principle
Optical prisms work by altering the direction of light beams through refraction or total internal reflection. When light enters a prism, it bends at the interface between air and the prism material due to the change in refractive index. This bending of light can be precisely controlled by the angles and surfaces of the prism, making them useful for directing light in optical systems. The 80-50 scratch/dig specification ensures that the surface imperfections are minimal, maintaining the integrity of the light path and reducing scattering.
Applications
Optical prisms with an 80-50 scratch/dig specification are used in various optical instruments where precision is crucial. Specific applications include spectrometers, where they help in dispersing light into its component wavelengths, and in binoculars and periscopes, where they are used to redirect light paths for image correction and magnification. They are also employed in laser systems for beam steering and alignment.
Advantages over other Optical Prisms
The 80-50 scratch/dig optical prisms offer a balance between cost and performance. While not as pristine as higher-grade prisms like the 10-5 or 20-10, they provide sufficient surface quality for many applications without the higher costs associated with more precise specifications. This makes them an attractive option for applications where ultra-high precision is not necessary but reliability and performance are still important.
Limitations
One limitation of 80-50 scratch/dig optical prisms is their surface quality, which may not be suitable for applications requiring extremely low scatter and high precision, such as high-end scientific research or advanced laser systems. The larger scratches and digs compared to higher-grade prisms can introduce more light scattering, potentially affecting the performance in sensitive optical setups.
Considerations
When considering 80-50 scratch/dig optical prisms, it is important to evaluate the initial costs and operating expenses. These prisms are generally more affordable than higher-grade options, making them suitable for budget-conscious projects. However, their durability and accuracy may not match those of higher-grade prisms, potentially leading to more frequent replacements or maintenance. It is crucial to balance the cost savings with the performance requirements of the specific application to ensure optimal results.
from Daheng New Epoch Technology, Inc.
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- Surface Quality: 80-50 Scratch / Dig
- Largest Dimension: 12.7 to 64
- Prism Type: Corner Cube Retroreflector
- Prism Material: BK7 Glass
from Fairfield Crystal Technology, LLC.
Fairfield Crystal provides component manufacturing for your most challenging designs and applications. Combined with our expertise in crystal growth our component fabrication team is able to manufacture highly polished single crystal lenses, prisms, wedges, waveplates and other optical components to... [See More]
- Surface Quality: 10-5 Scratch / Dig; 20-10 Scratch / Dig; 40-20 Scratch / Dig; 60-40 Scratch / Dig; 80-50 Scratch / Dig
- Surface Flatness: λ/2; λ/4; λ/5; λ/8; λ/10; λ/20
- Prism Type: Wedge
from Edmund Optics Inc.
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- Surface Quality: 80-50 Scratch / Dig
- Prism Material: BK7 Glass
from Knight Optical (UK) Ltd
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- Surface Quality: 80-50 Scratch / Dig
- Largest Dimension: 52
from ECOPTIK (CHANGCHUN) LTD
Prisms: Right angle prism, Dove prism, Beam splitter, Penta Prism, Corner prism, Trapezium Prism, Rhomboid Prism, Roof Prism, Cube prism, customized prisms, etc. [See More]
- Surface Quality: 10-5 Scratch / Dig; 20-10 Scratch / Dig; 40-20 Scratch / Dig; 60-40 Scratch / Dig; 80-50 Scratch / Dig
- Surface Flatness: λ/2; λ/4; λ/5; λ/8; λ/10
- Prism Type: Dove; Penta; Right Angle; Roof; Beam splitter, Corner prism, Trapezium Prism, Rhomboid Prism, Cube prism, customized prisms, etc..
from Daheng New Epoch Technology, Inc.
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- Surface Quality: 80-50 Scratch / Dig
- Largest Dimension: 39.5 to 84.5
- Prism Type: Corner Cube Retroreflector; Hollow Retroreflector
- Coating Options: Reflective Coating
from Knight Optical (UK) Ltd
Knight Optical supply a range of quality Zinc Selenide prisms either from stock or custom made to your specification. Every component is individually tested by our highly skilled technicians in our state of the art metrology lab to ensure all components meet our high-quality standards. Our stock... [See More]
- Surface Quality: 80-50 Scratch / Dig
- Largest Dimension: 42
from ECOPTIK (CHANGCHUN) LTD
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- Surface Quality: 10-5 Scratch / Dig; 20-10 Scratch / Dig; 40-20 Scratch / Dig; 60-40 Scratch / Dig; 80-50 Scratch / Dig
- Surface Flatness: λ/2; λ/4; λ/5; λ/8; λ/10
- Prism Type: Dove; Penta; Right Angle; Roof; Beam splitter, Corner prism, Trapezium Prism, Rhomboid Prism, Cube prism, customized prisms, etc..