• Z-OPTICS has big catalog of cylindrical lens off-the-shelf for quick delivery and provides quick sampling service for new drawings.
  • Multiplicity of materials, Glass, Fused Silica, Sapphire, CaF2, ZnSe ….
  • Innovative low cost plano convex cylindrical lens is available.

Overview

  • Ready Stock: Z-Optics offers a large catalog of cylindrical lenses available for fast delivery and custom sampling for your unique designs.
  • Material Multiplicity: Select from premium optical glass, fused silica, sapphire, CaF2, ZnSe, and more—a solution for every requirement.
  • Cost-Effective Options: Innovative low-cost plano convex cylindrical lenses and specialized shapes for demanding optical applications.

What Is a Cylindrical Lens?

A cylindrical lens focuses light into a straight line. Its surface is shaped from a cylinder, compressing images perpendicular to the axis and maintaining clarity parallel to it. These lenses are critical for correcting astigmatism, as well as precision tasks in spectroscopy, laser scanning, image projection, and advanced imaging systems. Explore a comprehensive description on Wikipedia - Cylindrical Lens for scientific insight.

Product Features & Benefits

  • Wide range of sizes and focal lengths for scientific, industrial, and laser applications
  • Custom manufacturing to meet your specifications—reach out via the Contact Page for tailored solutions
  • Rigorous optical and quality inspections for every lens—learn more about our standards in our Lens Catalog (PDF)

Technical Specifications

  • Materials: Fused Silica, Optical Glass, Sapphire, Calcium Fluoride (CaF2), Zinc Selenide (ZnSe)
  • Available Types: Plano-convex, plano-concave, custom geometries
  • Finish: Precision polished for low scatter and high optical clarity
  • Coatings: Broadband AR, laser-line AR, and custom options
  • Tolerances: Customizable to demanding research and OEM requirements

Applications

  • Laser Scanning and Beam Shaping
  • Optical Communication Systems
  • Spectroscopy & Analytical Instruments
  • Imaging, Microscopy, and Machine Vision
  • Astigmatism Correction in Ophthalmology (AAO Resource)

Ordering & Support

For technical support or to discuss your requirements, visit our main optics page or refer to our full cylindrical lens portfolio.
Download Cylindrical Lens Datasheet (PDF)