Laser Research Optics develops CO2 laser lenses for engraving and marking

Laser Research Optics, Providence, R.I., is offering a full line of CO₂ lenses that feature a broad selection of focal lengths plus low absorption coatings for 100 Watt and up engraving and marking lasers.

Laser Research CO₂ lenses for engraving and marking lasers are optimized for 10.6 µm, are available in 1/2 inch to 1.5 inch dia. sizes with focal lengths from 1 inch to 25 inches, in 0.5 inch increments, and feature < 0.2% total absorption values. Capable of maintaining sharper cuts with fewer passes, the low absorption coatings keep the lenses cooler and prolong their life, claims the firm.

Featuring 40-20 scratch-dig surface quality and < 1/40th wave sphericity at 10.6 µm, Laser Research CO₂ lenses for engraving and marking lasers meet OEM and ISO-10110 specifications for optical elements. They are available for Camtech®, Emission®, Epilog®, Ferba®, GCC laser Pro®, Gravograph®, Jamieson®, Kern®, Pinnacle®, LST Lasers®, Synrad®, Trotec®, Universal® and Vytek® lasers.

Laser Research Optics is a division of Meller Optics Inc.