Wedge Windows
- UV Fused Silica Substrates with a 30 Arcminute Wedge
- λ/10 Surface Flatness and 20-10 Surface Quality
- Prevent Laser Instability When Used in Laser Cavities
- N-BK7 Wedged Windows and Fused Silica Flat Windows Also Available
Wedge windows are optical components with a tapered shape that provide precise angular displacement of light. They are commonly used in laser systems, optical instruments, and interferometers. These windows help in minimizing beam distortion and controlling the angle of light. Available in various materials, such as quartz, magnesium fluoride, and silicon, wedge windows are ideal for a range of applications requiring high optical clarity and precision. Their unique design enhances performance in demanding optical setups.
General Specification
| Edges: | Fine Ground |
| Young’s Modulus (GPa): | 73 |
| Index of Refraction (nd): | 1.458 |
| Substrate: | Fused Silica (Corning 7980) |
| Surface Quality: | 20-10 |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion CTE (10-6/°C): | 0.52 (+5 to +35°C) 0.57 (0 to +200°C) 0.57 (0 to +200°C) |
