Custom Cylindrical Lens
Custom Cylindrical Lenses are precision optical components designed according to specific optical system requirements, providing accurate one-dimensional beam shaping and optical control. By customizing cylindrical surface parameters, focal length, dimensions and materials, Chenyu Optics manufactures custom cylindrical lenses in BK7, fused silica and UV fused silica, uncoated or with UV AR, VIS AR and NIR AR coatings, for laser, imaging and machine vision applications.
Custom Cylindrical Lens Overview
Custom Cylindrical Lenses are precision optical components designed according to specific optical system requirements, providing accurate one-dimensional beam shaping and optical control.
By customizing cylindrical surface parameters, focal length, dimensions and materials, these lenses enable precise control of light in a single axis. They are widely used in laser beam shaping, line generation, fiber coupling, imaging systems and machine vision applications.
Chenyu Optics supports custom cylindrical lens manufacturing according to customer drawings, including custom cylindrical radius, focal length, dimensions and coating design for prototype and repeat production.
Key Advantages of Custom Cylindrical Lens
Laser Beam Shaping & Imaging Systems
Custom cylindrical lenses are widely used for one-axis beam control in laser beam shaping systems, line generation, fiber coupling and machine vision applications.
Typical Specifications of Custom Cylindrical Lens
| Material Options | BK7, Fused Silica, UV Fused Silica |
|---|---|
| Optical Function | One-dimensional beam shaping / Focusing |
| Lens Type | Custom cylindrical lens |
| Cylindrical Radius | Customized |
| Focal Length | Customized |
| Dimensions | Customized |
| Transmission | High optical transmission |
| Surface Accuracy | λ/4 – λ/10 @ 633 nm |
| Surface Quality | 20-10 / 40-20 scratch-dig |
Lens Geometry & Optical Principle
Why Choose Chenyu Optics for Custom Cylindrical Lens
Chenyu Optics focuses on drawing-based precision lens manufacturing for laser, imaging and machine vision optical systems. We support prototype verification, small-batch production and repeat manufacturing for non-standard custom cylindrical lenses.
Manufacturing Capability for Custom Cylindrical Lens
Precision Cylindrical Machining
Precise cylindrical surface processing and optical alignment to achieve accurate one-dimensional beam control.
Optical Coating
UV AR, VIS AR and NIR AR coating options for laser, imaging and machine vision applications.
Inspection & Packaging
Dimensional inspection, cylindrical surface review, optical performance checking and protective packaging before shipment.
Custom Manufacturing Options for Custom Cylindrical Lens
Dimensions & Curvature
Custom cylindrical radius, focal length and dimensions can be manufactured according to customer drawings and optical design requirements.
Material & Optical Quality
Material selection, surface accuracy and surface quality can be optimized according to system requirements.
Coating & Wavelength Design
Uncoated, UV AR, VIS AR, NIR AR and custom AR coatings can be specified for laser, imaging or machine vision applications.
Cylindrical Lens Product Comparison
| Custom Cylindrical Lens | Plano Concave Cylindrical | Double Concave Cylindrical | Micro Cylindrical | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Design Flexibility | Fully customized to application, broadest range | Fixed plano concave profile per design | Fixed double concave profile per design | Fixed miniature profile per design |
| Surface Configuration | Application-defined cylindrical profile | One flat, one cylindrical concave surface | Two cylindrical concave surfaces (symmetrical) | Compact cylindrical profile, application dependent |
| Typical Scale | Any scale, defined by system requirements | Standard laser/imaging scale | Standard laser/imaging scale | Miniature, for compact modules |
| Typical Applications | Laser shaping, fiber coupling, imaging, machine vision | Laser line generation, beam shaping | Laser line generation, beam shaping, scanning | Laser diode shaping, fiber coupling, barcode scanners |
Applications of Custom Cylindrical Lens
Laser Beam Shaping Systems
Custom cylindrical profiles for application-specific beam shaping.
Laser Line Generation
Precision line generation tailored to system requirements.
Fiber Coupling Systems
Custom-designed coupling for fiber-optic applications.
Imaging Systems
One-axis optical control for imaging system design.
Machine Vision Systems
Custom optical design for industrial inspection accuracy.
Optical Scanning Systems
Application-specific beam shaping for scanning systems.
Custom Cylindrical Lens FAQ
What parameters can be customized for cylindrical lenses?
Custom parameters include cylindrical radius, focal length, dimensions, material, surface quality, and coating options.
What are cylindrical lenses mainly used for?
They are mainly used for one-dimensional beam shaping, laser line generation, focusing, and optical scanning.
Can custom cylindrical lenses be used in laser systems?
Yes. They are widely used in laser beam shaping, beam expansion, and line generation applications.
Which materials are available for custom cylindrical lenses?
Common materials include BK7, fused silica, and UV fused silica, selected according to wavelength requirements.
What information should I provide for a quotation?
Please provide cylindrical radius, focal length, dimensions, material, surface accuracy, surface quality, coating requirement, quantity and drawing if available.
Where can I learn more about lens design?
Additional information on lens design can be found from Edmund Optics.
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Need Custom Cylindrical Lenses?
Send us your drawing, cylindrical radius, focal length, dimensions, material and coating requirements. Chenyu Optics will review the optical and mechanical specifications and provide a suitable custom cylindrical lens manufacturing suggestion.