G lens
The G lens, fully known as a gradient-index lens, is a special optical element whose core feature is that the refractive index of the material is distributed in a gradient inside the lens, rather than a constant value like traditional lenses. This refractive index change is usually radial (i.e., gradually changing from the center to the edge), so that light propagates inside the lens along a continuously curved path rather than being suddenly bent at the surface.
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40/20 to 20/10 (ISO 10110 standard)
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The G lens, fully known as a gradient-index lens, is a special optical element whose core feature is that the refractive index of the material is distributed in a gradient inside the lens, rather than a constant value like traditional lenses. This refractive index change is usually radial (i.e., gradually changing from the center to the edge), so that light propagates inside the lens along a continuously curved path rather than being suddenly bent at the surface.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Refractive Index Profile Type | Radial (parabolic); axial (linear/nonlinear) |
| Available Materials | Aluminosilicate glass, silicon (IR), germanium, PMMA (polymer) |
| Length Options | Typically P/4, P/2, P (custom lengths available) |
| Numerical Aperture | 0.2~0.5 (depending on refractive index gradient and application) |
| Surface Roughness | <1 nm RMS (for high-precision optical coupling) |
| Focusing Conditions | L = P/4 -> light focused at the output end face |
| Wavelength Compatibility | UV to near-infrared (glass), 1~8 μm (silicon), adjusted via material selection |
| Transmission Efficiency | >95% (AR coating available) |
| Application Fields | Fiber-optic communications, laser systems, endoscopes, sensors, photonic chips |
Key Features
lies in the fact that the refractive index of the material is distributed in a gradient within the lens, rather than being constant as in conventional lenses. This refractive index variation is usually radial (i.e., gradually changing from the center to the edge), so that light propagates along a continuously curved path inside the lens instead of being abruptly refracted at the surface.
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Shenzhen Hobbite Technology Co., Ltd. (Hobbite), founded in 2015, is a high-tech enterprise focusing on optical design, precision processing, and optical coupling assembly. Its business covers fiber optic communications, industrial lasers, life sciences, laser ranging/illumination, etc. The company provides full services from prototype customization, optical component wholesale to ODM and OEM micro-optical integration. Products include precision optical components, optical assembly devices, optical coatings, etc. Headquartered in Shenzhen with production bases in Zhongshan, it has over 300 employees. Adhering to core values of unity, pragmatism, and innovation, it strives to become the preferred partner for custom optical components globally.
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