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Learn what cylindrical lenses are, how they work, and how they are used in different systems in this guide by Edmund Optics.

Learn about specifications that should be considered when using cylinder lenses, including power axis wedge, plano axis wedge, and axial twist at Edmund Optics.

Traditional spherical lenses are evolving due to the increasing demands of applications. Learn about the future of spherical lenses at Edmund Optics.

Quickly Autofocus and Overcome Depth of Field Limitations

What is an aspheric lens? In what applications are aspheric lenses used?

Debating whether or not to use a traditional cylinder lens or an achromatic cylinder lens? Discover the benefits of achromatic cylinder lenses at Edmund Optics.

Beam Shaping for High Power and Short Pulse Durations

Have a question about ball lenses? Find more information about these optical components including essential equations and application examples at Edmund Optics.

Imaging lenses and sensors must be paired together with special attention.

Learn all about the benefits of aspheres, their unique anatomy, how they're manufactured, and how to choose the right one for your system.

Not all ruggedized imaging lenses feature the same type of ruggedization. Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of each type at Edmund Optics.

When determining which laser to use for your application, consider the following specifications: wavelength, coherence length, beam divergence, and Rayleigh range.

Learn about EO's most popular family of optical lenses and discover if achromatic lenses are ideal for your next application.

Image Quality of a Telecentric with the Flexibility of a Liquid Lens

Learn the key parameters that must be considered to ensure you laser application is successful. Common terminology will be established for these parameters.

M12 or S-Mount lenses are a type of compact imaging lens used in space-constrained applications.