Custom Optical Lens
Custom Optical Lenses are precision components designed and manufactured according to specific optical system requirements. Optimized material selection, optical design, surface geometry and coatings provide high transmission, accurate imaging and reduced aberrations.
Custom Optical Lens Overview
Custom Optical Lenses are precision protective optical components manufactured from high-purity fused silica (SiO₂). The material provides excellent ultraviolet transmission, low optical absorption and stable performance across UV, visible and near-infrared wavelengths.
Chenyu Optics offers optical glass, fused silica, sapphire, calcium fluoride (CaF₂), zinc selenide (ZnSe), zinc sulfide (ZnS), germanium and silicon lenses for visible, laser and infrared optical systems.
Each optical lens can be customized according to system requirements, including lens type, material, diameter, focal length, radius of curvature, surface accuracy, surface quality and AR coating.
Key Advantages of Custom Optical Lenses
Imaging, Laser & Beam Control
Custom optical lenses deliver precise focusing, imaging and beam control, with tailored materials, curvature, focal length and coatings for visible, laser and infrared systems.
Typical Specifications of Custom Optical Lens
| Material | Optical Glass / Fused Silica / Sapphire / CaF₂ / ZnSe / ZnS / Germanium / Silicon |
|---|---|
| Optical Function | Light focusing / Imaging / Beam control |
| Lens Type | Custom Optical Lens |
| Transmission Range | UV / VIS / NIR / MWIR / LWIR, material dependent |
| Radius of Curvature | Customized |
| Shape Design | Customized |
| Diameter | Customized |
| Shape Design | Customized |
| Surface Accuracy | λ/10 @ 633 nm |
| Surface Quality | 20-10 / 40-20 scratch-dig |
Custom Shape Design & Optical Principle
Why Choose Chenyu Optics for Custom Optical Lenses
Chenyu Optics supports drawing-based custom optical lens manufacturing for laser, ultraviolet, sensing and aerospace optical systems, from prototype verification through repeat production.
Manufacturing Capability for Custom Optical Lenses
Precision Lens Polishing
Controlled custom optical lens shaping and polishing for custom curvature, wall thickness, surface accuracy and surface quality.
Optical AR Coating
UV, VIS, NIR, MWIR and LWIR coatings designed for the selected material, wavelength and incident angle.
Inspection & Packaging
Dimensional, surface and optical inspection followed by clean handling and protective packaging for precision optical lenses.
Coating Options for Custom Optical Lenses
Uncoated Lens Materials
Suitable when the natural UV, visible and near-infrared transmission of fused silica meets the optical system requirements.
UV AR Coating
Optimized to reduce reflection and improve transmission efficiency in ultraviolet imaging, sensing and laser systems.
VIS, NIR & Custom AR Coatings
Designed for visible, near-infrared or customer-specified wavelength ranges, incident angles and environmental conditions.
Custom Optical Lens Coating Selection
| Option | Typical Range | Recommended Use | Design Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uncoated | Material-dependent range | Broadband systems and prototypes | Natural surface reflection remains |
| UV AR | Customer-specified UV range | UV imaging, sensing and laser systems | Specify operating wavelength and laser conditions |
| VIS AR | Visible wavelength range | Imaging and optical sensor systems | Reduces visible surface reflection |
| NIR AR | Near-infrared wavelength range | NIR imaging and detection systems | Optimized for the specified incident angle |
| Custom AR | Customer specified | Laser and multispectral systems | Specify wavelength, AOI, power and environment |
Applications of Custom Optical Lenses
Imaging Systems
Precision focusing and image formation for cameras and imaging assemblies.
Laser Systems
Beam focusing, collimation and shaping for laser optical systems.
Infrared Optics
Custom MWIR and LWIR lenses for infrared imaging and detection.
Optical Instruments
Accurate optical elements for measurement and analytical instruments.
Fiber Optics
Light coupling and collimation for fiber optic assemblies.
Machine Vision
Low-aberration imaging lenses for automated inspection systems.
Scientific Research
Custom focusing optics for laboratory and research equipment.
Precision Instruments
Application-specific lenses for high-accuracy optical instruments.
Custom Optical Lens FAQ
What is a custom optical lens used for?
A custom optical lens controls light by focusing, imaging, collimating or shaping a beam according to the requirements of a specific optical system.
What materials are available for custom optical lenses?
Available materials include optical glass, fused silica, sapphire, CaF₂, ZnSe, ZnS, germanium and silicon, selected according to wavelength and application requirements.
What types of optical lenses can be customized?
Chenyu Optics provides customized spherical, aspheric, cylindrical and infrared lenses, as well as application-specific optical designs.
Can focal length and curvature be customized?
Yes. Diameter, focal length, curvature, material, surface accuracy, surface quality and coating specifications can be customized.
Handling & Manufacturing Notes
Need Custom Optical Lenses for Precision Optical Systems?
Send us your drawing, lens type, material, diameter, focal length, curvature, surface requirements, operating wavelength, coating specification and quantity. Chenyu Optics will review your requirements and provide a suitable custom optical lens solution.