High-Precision Fused Silica Optical Window For High Power Laser
Material: Fused Silica - Description: Fused silica is a synthetic material produced
through a high-temperature fusion process, resulting in a
transparent, amorphous solid.
- Key Characteristics:
- High purity and low impurity levels.
- Excellent thermal stability, capable of withstanding high
temperatures without significant changes in properties.
- Low coefficient of thermal expansion, minimizing distortion and
stress under temperature variations.
Properties - Optical Clarity: Fused silica exhibits exceptional clarity,
allowing for high transmission of light with minimal loss.
- Wide Wavelength Range: It is transparent across a broad spectrum,
from ultraviolet (UV) to infrared (IR), making it suitable for
diverse optical applications.
- Mechanical Strength: The material has high durability and
resistance to mechanical stress, ensuring long-term reliability.
- Chemical Resistance: Fused silica is resistant to a wide range of
chemicals, protecting the optical window from corrosion and
degradation.
Function - Primary Role: The Fused Silica Optical serves Window as a
protective barrier in high-power laser and optical communication
systems.
- Light Transmission: It allows the efficient passage of light
while preventing contaminants and debris from entering the system.
- Thermal Management: The window's high thermal stability ensures
that it can withstand the heat generated by high-power lasers
without compromising its performance.
- Signal Integrity: In optical communication, the window maintains
the integrity and clarity of the light signals transmitted over
long distances.
Applications - High-Power Laser Systems:
- Used as a protective window in laser cutting, welding, and marking
applications.
- Ensures the laser beam passes through with minimal loss and
maintains its focus and power.
- Optical Communication:
- Employed in optical fiber communication systems to ensure efficient
transmission of light signals.
- Maintains signal clarity and reduces loss over long distances,
enabling reliable communication networks.
- Medical Devices:
- Used in medical laser devices, such as laser surgery equipment,
where high transparency and durability are essential.
- Ensures precise and reliable performance during medical
procedures.
- Scientific Research:
- Applied in various scientific research applications, including
spectroscopy and imaging.
- The wide wavelength range and high optical clarity make it valuable
for studying light-matter interactions and capturing
high-resolution images.
In summary, the Fused Silica Optical Window is a versatile and high-performance component in high-power laser
and optical communication systems. Its exceptional material
properties, wide wavelength range, high optical clarity, and
mechanical strength make it an ideal choice for various
applications. Whether used in laser systems, optical communication,
medical devices, or scientific research, the Fused Silica Optical
Window ensures reliable and efficient performance, making it an
indispensable component in modern optical technology.
Material | Optical Glass, Fused Silica, quartz | Diameter Tolerance | +0/-0.15 mm | Thickness Tolerance | +/-0.15 mm | Cler Aperture | over 90% | Surface Quality | 80/50~10/5 scratch and dig | Transmission | above 92% | Chamfer | 0.1-0.5 mm x 45 degree | Focal Length Tolerance | +/-1.5% | Back Focal Length Tolerance | +/-1.5% | Coating | available | Usage | optical system, photographic sysem, Lighting system, Electronics
e.g. laser, camera, monitor, projector, magnifier etc. |
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