Product Description
AOA (Adaptive Optics Associates) Collimation Trombone Assembly
This is a precision adjustable optical assembly designed to collimate (make parallel) the diverging output from an optical fiber. The “trombone” design features a sliding or threaded barrel that allows continuous, fine adjustment of the collimating lens position relative to the fiber tip, enabling optimal beam collimation for a wide range of working distances and wavelengths.
Key Features & Specifications:
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Manufacturer: AOA (Adaptive Optics Associates), a leader in precision photonics
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Function: Adjustable fiber collimator (fiber-to-free-space)
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Design: Trombone-style linear slide or rotating helicoid for smooth focus adjustment
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Fiber Connection: Likely FC/PC or SMA 905 (specify if known)
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Lens: High-quality collimating lens (achromatic or single-element)
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Mounting: External threads or housing for integration into optical mounts
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Applications: Free-space optical coupling, laser beam launching, interferometry
Applications:
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Free-Space Optical Links: Launching light from a fiber into optical systems
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Laser Diode Beam Conditioning: Collimating output from pigtailed laser diodes
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Interferometry & Sensing: Providing a stable, adjustable collimated source
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Photonics Prototyping: Versatile collimation for R&D and test setups



