CO2 LASER LENSES FOR HEAVY STEEL PLATE & I-BEAMS

A line of ZnSe laser focusing lenses for lasers up to 4kW used in cutting heavy steel fabrications has been introduced by Laser Research Optics of Providence, RI.

Laser Research CO₂ Focusing Lenses are ideally suited for 200W to 4kW CO₂ cutting lasers and come in 1” to 2.5” O.D. sizes with a choice of focal lengths from 5” to 10” in 0.5” increments. Available from stock in plano-convex and meniscus configurations, users can select the best lens for their applicationsuch as cutting heavy steel diamond plate or I-Beams.

Optimized for 10.6 microns, Laser Research CO₂ Focusing Lenses can be supplied plain or mounted to OEMs and end-users for time-saving direct field replacement. Two versions are offered: one with standard A/R coatings that provide < 0.2% total absorption and another with a proprietary Cool-Cut^TMcoating which absorbs < 0.15% of laser energy to protect against heat damage.

Laser Research CO₂ Focusing Lenses are priced according to configuration and quantity. Price quotations are available upon request and delivery is from stock within 24-hours.