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Optical constants of CDGM - K (Crown)
H-K90GTI

Wavelength: µm
 (0.290–2.400)  
 

Complex refractive index (n+ik)[ i ]


n   k   LogX   LogY   eV

Derived optical constants

Dispersion formula [ i ]

$$n^2-1=\frac{1.15678766λ^2}{λ^2-0.007006478}+\frac{0.960974772λ^2}{λ^2-100.981876}+\frac{0.121868843λ^2}{λ^2-0.024955389}$$

Conditions & Spec sheet

temperature: 293
thermal_dispersion:
  - 
    type: Schott formula
    coefficients: -7.71e-07 1.65e-08 -4.14e-11 4.54e-07 4.64e-10 0.177
nd: "1.519480"
Vd: 63.291634
glass_code: 519633
density: '2.52 g/cm3'
thermal_expansion:
  - 
    temperature_range: 243 343
    coefficient: 7.8E-6
  - 
    temperature_range: 293 573
    coefficient: 9.4E-6
dPgF: -0.0016
climatic_resistance: "1.0"

Comments

i line glass

References

CDGM Zemax catalog 2022-06 (obtained from http://www.cdgmgd.com)
See also CDGM optical glass data sheets

Data

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INFO

CDGM Glass Co., Ltd.

CDGM Glass Co., Ltd. is a leading manufacturer of optical glass based in China. The company offers a wide range of optical materials, including various types of crown and flint glasses, which are used in applications ranging from consumer electronics to advanced scientific instruments. Known for their capacity for large-scale production as well as their commitment to quality, CDGM has positioned itself as a major player in both domestic and international markets. Their optical glass products are often used in lenses, prisms, and other optical components that require high precision and reliability. With an extensive catalog that caters to different optical requirements, such as high refractive indices or low dispersion, CDGM serves a diverse clientele including manufacturers of microscopes, telescopes, cameras, and other high-precision optical equipment. The company's expertise in glass science and its ability to provide customized solutions have made it a go-to supplier for businesses seeking high-quality, reliable optical glass.

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Glass

Glass is a versatile, amorphous material that has been an essential component in optical technologies for centuries. Comprising mainly of silica along with various additives like soda, lime, or boron, glass can be engineered to exhibit a wide range of optical properties, such as refractive indices and dispersion characteristics. In the optical industry, specialized types of glass like crown, flint, and extra-low dispersion (ED) glasses are used for manufacturing lenses, prisms, and other optical elements. These glasses are precisely formulated to offer specific properties, such as low chromatic aberration or high light transmittance across different spectral ranges. Glass can also be coated with thin layers of materials like anti-reflective coatings to enhance its optical performance. More recently, advances in photonics and nanotechnology have led to the development of innovative glass types, such as photonic crystal and metamaterial glasses, which exhibit unique light-manipulating properties. It is crucial to note that the optical properties of glass, including its refractive index, can vary depending on its composition and temperature, making it important to consult specific data for particular applications. Overall, glass remains a foundational material in optics, its wide applicability owed to its tunable properties and general robustness.

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