Rod Lens

Features of  Rod lens

The working principle of optical rod lens is primarily based on the principles of refraction and reflection of light. When light passes through the interface of different media, refraction occurs, causing a change in the direction of light propagation. Reflection, on the other hand, refers to the phenomenon where light, upon encountering an interface, is partially or fully reflected back according to the law that the angle of reflection equals the angle of incidence.

Optical rod lens utilize these principles through precise design and construction to control and guide light. By carefully shaping and polishing the lens surfaces, rod lens can effectively manipulate light paths, enabling applications such as beam shaping, collimation, and focusing in various optical systems.Cylindrical Shape: Rod lens have a cylindrical shape with highly polished peripheries and ground ends, which allows them to focus light into a line rather than a point.

High Precision: 

The surfaces of rod lens are precisely polished and ground to ensure high optical quality and performance, minimizing aberrations and distortions.

Beam Shaping: 

Rod lens are effective in shaping and collimating light beams. They can transform a collimated beam into a line focus, which is useful in applications requiring linear illumination.

Versatility: 

These lens can be used across a wide range of wavelengths, including ultraviolet (UV), visible, and near-infrared (NIR) spectra, making them suitable for diverse applications.

Durability: 

Rod lens are typically made from robust optical materials that can withstand various environmental conditions, ensuring long-term reliability and performance.

Applications in Laser Systems: 

In laser systems, rod lens are used to adjust the direction and focus of laser beams, ensuring precise targeting and illumination.

Imaging and Optical Components: 

Rod lens are integral components in many imaging systems and optical devices, contributing to improved image quality and system performance.

Customization: 

Rod lens can be customized in terms of size, material, and coating to meet specific application requirements, providing flexibility in optical design.

These characteristics make rod lens essential components in fields such as laser technology, imaging, and various scientific and industrial applications.

Specifications of Rod lens

Products lists of Rod lens

Applications of Rod lens

Optical rod lens have a wide range of applications, primarily including the following areas:

Laser Systems: In laser systemsOptical rod lens are commonly used to adjust the direction and focus of laser beams, 

ensuring that the laser accurately illuminates the target.

Medical Instruments

Optical rod lens can be used to manufacture cylindrical lens for medical 

instruments such as endoscopes, aiding doctors in more precise diagnosis and treatment.

Optical Imaging

Optical rod lens have significant applications in cameras, magnifiers, projectors, optical imaging, 

astronomical observation, and scientific research. For example, high-precision cylindrical lens can be 

used in scientific research, industrial inspection, and external lens for smartphones.

These applications highlight the versatility and importance of optical rod lens in various fields, 

from medical diagnostics to advanced scientific research and industrial applications.