Description

Ge Infrared Crystal is an infrared optical material. It offers a high infrared refractive index, wide wavelength range, small absorption coefficient, and low dispersive index. High index means compact optical designs. The element is germanium.

Ge Infrared Crystal optical advantages

High infrared refractive index. Wide infrared wavelength range. Small absorption coefficient. Low dispersive index. Thin lenses bend light strongly. Compact thermal cameras use Ge lenses. Low dispersion keeps colors aligned. Small absorption keeps images bright. The wide range covers MWIR and LWIR. Low loss preserves image contrast.

Ge Infrared Crystal uses

Military, civilian, and thermal imaging. Infra-red radars and windows. High-purity Ge serves astronomical gamma spectrometers, nuclear energy spectrometers, and ion physical X-ray instruments. Radars use Ge windows for durability. Handle with care against chipping.

Typical applications

Semiconductor material in aerospace measurement and control. Nuclear detection. Optical fiber communications. Infrared optics. Solar cells. Biomedical sciences. Night-vision systems rely on Ge optics. Windows protect sensors in the field. Biomedical imaging adopts IR optics widely. Match the optic to your camera. Solar cells use Ge substrates. For a broad-transmission alternative, see our KRS-5 Infrared Crystal.

Request a quote for Ge Infrared Crystal with your lens or window specifications. Specify the wavelength band. Specify diameter and thickness. Volume orders support camera production. Specify the required surface finish.