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How do I clean my optics?

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How do I clean my micro optics?

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How does group delay dispersion (GDD) relate to first order and higher order dispersion?

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Can high-precision optics be 3D printed?

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What are Edmund Optics’ typical manufacturing tolerances?

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Why can’t transmissive optics be used with EUV radiation?

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What materials can Edmund Optics® machine using CNC equipment?

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What is the largest size component(s) Edmund Optics® can manufacture using CNC equipment?

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Why hasn’t all optical manufacturing equipment been replaced with CNC machines?

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My application requires different specifications than those listed for your standard ruggedized lenses. Are custom options available?

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Does Edmund Optics® sell Computer Generated Holograms?

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Is there a limit to the range of angles in which a CGH can be used?

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Can a laser beam be seen from the side?

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Do you have lasers that can be used to cut or mark surfaces?

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What factors are involved in how well I can see a laser beam at a given distance?

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There appear to be many different specifications for beam pointing. What are these and what do they mean?

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What does the M² specification for a laser mean?

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I need an IR laser whose fall time is as small as possible so it comes as close as possible to an instantaneous stop. What would you recommend?

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At what pulse duration is a laser considered to be “ultrafast?”

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If CRDS is more accurate, why isn’t CRDS always used to measure the reflectivity of mirrors?

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Is it better to use a continuous wave or pulsed 2µm laser for materials processing?

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Why are 1µm lasers not as effective in surgical applications as 2µm lasers?

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What is the difference between Achromatic, Semi-Plan and Plan objectives?

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What is an "in-line" microscope?

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What is the color temperature of a quartz halogen lamp and a metal halide lamp?

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Can I use an illuminator alone to affect the spectral contrast of my image?

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I am looking to prototype an illumination system. My objective is to use a small halogen filament bulb and end up with a beam of light. What would be the best lens or lens combination to give me this projected spot of light?

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What is the difference between Primary Magnification and System Magnification?

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Do you have a PDF version of your catalog online?

How do I clean my optics?

How do I clean my micro optics?

How does group delay dispersion (GDD) relate to first order and higher order dispersion?

Can high-precision optics be 3D printed?

What are Edmund Optics’ typical manufacturing tolerances?

Why can’t transmissive optics be used with EUV radiation?

What materials can Edmund Optics® machine using CNC equipment?

What is the largest size component(s) Edmund Optics® can manufacture using CNC equipment?

Why hasn’t all optical manufacturing equipment been replaced with CNC machines?

My application requires different specifications than those listed for your standard ruggedized lenses. Are custom options available?

Does Edmund Optics® sell Computer Generated Holograms?

Is there a limit to the range of angles in which a CGH can be used?

Can a laser beam be seen from the side?

Do you have lasers that can be used to cut or mark surfaces?

What factors are involved in how well I can see a laser beam at a given distance?

There appear to be many different specifications for beam pointing. What are these and what do they mean?

What does the M² specification for a laser mean?

I need an IR laser whose fall time is as small as possible so it comes as close as possible to an instantaneous stop. What would you recommend?

At what pulse duration is a laser considered to be “ultrafast?”

If CRDS is more accurate, why isn’t CRDS always used to measure the reflectivity of mirrors?

Is it better to use a continuous wave or pulsed 2µm laser for materials processing?

Why are 1µm lasers not as effective in surgical applications as 2µm lasers?

What is the difference between Achromatic, Semi-Plan and Plan objectives?

What is an "in-line" microscope?

What is the color temperature of a quartz halogen lamp and a metal halide lamp?

Can I use an illuminator alone to affect the spectral contrast of my image?

I am looking to prototype an illumination system. My objective is to use a small halogen filament bulb and end up with a beam of light. What would be the best lens or lens combination to give me this projected spot of light?

What is the difference between Primary Magnification and System Magnification?

Edmund Optics®

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Glossary

Do you have a PDF version of your catalog online?

How do I clean my optics?

How do I clean my micro optics?

How does group delay dispersion (GDD) relate to first order and higher order dispersion?

Can high-precision optics be 3D printed?

What are Edmund Optics’ typical manufacturing tolerances?

Why can’t transmissive optics be used with EUV radiation?

What materials can Edmund Optics® machine using CNC equipment?

What is the largest size component(s) Edmund Optics® can manufacture using CNC equipment?

Why hasn’t all optical manufacturing equipment been replaced with CNC machines?

My application requires different specifications than those listed for your standard ruggedized lenses. Are custom options available?

Does Edmund Optics® sell Computer Generated Holograms?

Is there a limit to the range of angles in which a CGH can be used?

Can a laser beam be seen from the side?

Do you have lasers that can be used to cut or mark surfaces?

What factors are involved in how well I can see a laser beam at a given distance?

There appear to be many different specifications for beam pointing. What are these and what do they mean?

What does the M2 specification for a laser mean?

I need an IR laser whose fall time is as small as possible so it comes as close as possible to an instantaneous stop. What would you recommend?

At what pulse duration is a laser considered to be “ultrafast?”

If CRDS is more accurate, why isn’t CRDS always used to measure the reflectivity of mirrors?

Is it better to use a continuous wave or pulsed 2µm laser for materials processing?

Why are 1µm lasers not as effective in surgical applications as 2µm lasers?

What is the difference between Achromatic, Semi-Plan and Plan objectives?

What is an "in-line" microscope?

What is the color temperature of a quartz halogen lamp and a metal halide lamp?

Can I use an illuminator alone to affect the spectral contrast of my image?

I am looking to prototype an illumination system. My objective is to use a small halogen filament bulb and end up with a beam of light. What would be the best lens or lens combination to give me this projected spot of light?

What is the difference between Primary Magnification and System Magnification?

Edmund Optics^®

Verified library of trusted technical resources created by our 240+ global engineers.

What does the M² specification for a laser mean?