BK7 Optical Glass Equilateral Prism
An equilateral prism usually refers to an optical prism with an equilateral triangular cross-section, also known as an Equilateral Triangular Prism. These prisms are widely used in optical experiments and instruments. How do I choose the material for an equilateral prism? BK7: general purpose optical systems, low cost experiments, imaging applications. SF11: scenarios requiring strong dispersion or high refractive index (e.g. spectrometers). Fused silica: UV wavelength or high laser damage threshold needs.
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An equilateral prism usually refers to an optical prism with an equilateral triangular cross-section, also known as an Equilateral Triangular Prism. These prisms are widely used in optical experiments and instruments. How do I choose the material for an equilateral prism? BK7: general purpose optical systems, low cost experiments, imaging applications. SF11: scenarios requiring strong dispersion or high refractive index (e.g. spectrometers). Fused silica: UV wavelength or high laser damage threshold needs.
Key Features
1. Cost-effective Low cost: BK7 is a common optical glass, the raw material and processing cost is much lower than fused silica, suitable for projects with limited budget Easy to process: BK7 has moderate hardness (Mohs hardness 6-7) and is easy to cut, polish and coat, making it suitable for mass production 2. Excellent optical transmittance Outstanding performance in visible wavelength: high transmittance in the range of 350nm-2000nm (especially >90% in 400nm-1000nm), suitable for visible and near infrared applications (e.g. cameras, microscopes, laser systems) Low bubbles and impurities: BK7 glass has high purity and few internal defects, reducing light scattering and energy loss 3. Low dispersion (medium Abbe number) Abbe number about 64.2: dispersion is lower than ordinary glass, but higher than fused silica (Abbe number 67), suitable for medium precision optical systems (e.g., imaging lenses, telescopes) that need to control chromatic aberration 4. Stable mechanical and chemical properties Environmental resistance: resistant to humidity and slight acid and alkali corrosion, suitable for laboratory or industrial environments Moderate coefficient of thermal expansion (7.1×10-⁶/°C): not as stable as fused silica, but reliable performance in the conventional temperature range (-30°C~70°C)
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Changchun Yutai Optics Co., Ltd. is a manufacturer with ISO9001 certification. We are specialized in high-performance optical components including lens, mirrors, filters, windows and prisms which are specified by customers. Yutai’s items are widely used in imaging, defense, medical, laser and industry market. As a fast-growing supplier in optics, Yutai Optics has quickly established itself as a leader in optical components with advanced technology and quality control ability, aiming to provide professional service and good quality items to meet customers' request. Yutai has already established long-term cooperative relations with many powerful companies all over the world.
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