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AFC-FC-APC-532 aspheric fiber optic collimator
532 nm
FC/APC Receptacle
Collimation & Coupling Mode Schematicf = 4 mm
Collimator optical ray tracing schematic
Zolix Aspheric Collimator Series

AFC-FC-APC-532

532 nm FC/APC Aspheric Fiber Collimator

Engineered for green laser delivery at 532 nm, the AFC-FC-APC-532 collimates visible single-mode fiber emission with minimal wavefront aberration. Ideal for Raman spectrometers and confocal microscopy.

Wavelength532 nm
Waist (2w₀)~0.58 mm
Divergence (θ)0.028°
Return Loss≥ 60 dB

Key Advantages

  • High-transmission green broadband AR coating (>95%)
  • Preserves laser spatial coherence and polarization
  • ≥ 60 dB return loss protecting sensitive green laser cavities
FC/APC Connector Note: Uses an 8° angled physical contact interface (green strain-relief boot). Connect only with APC fiber jumpers to ensure ≥60 dB return loss and avoid facet damage.

Detailed Technical Specifications

Every Zolix collimator undergoes interferometric wavefront qualification and precision angular alignment before delivery.

ParameterSpecificationClassification
Center Wavelength532 nmOptical
Operating Band500 – 560 nmOptical
ReceptacleFC/APCMechanical
Focal Length (f)4.0 mmOptical
Beam Waist (2w₀)0.58 mmBeam Quality
Divergence (θ)0.028° (0.49 mrad)Beam Quality
Return Loss≥ 60 dBOptical
Transmission> 95%Optical

Target Applications

  • 532 nm Raman spectroscopy
  • Confocal & fluorescence microscopy
  • Flow cytometry

Engineering Sizing & NA Verification

Need to calculate exact beam diameter at 5 meters or verify numerical aperture matching between your fiber output and downstream clear apertures? Use our interactive calculation lab.

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Zolix Mechanical Layout & 3D Models

Mechanical Dimensions & CAD Integration

Standard Zolix Ø11.0 mm precision stainless barrel format for drop-in alignment into standard optical cage systems, mirror mounts, and V-groove clamps.

Outer Barrel EnvelopeØ 11.0 mm × 25.0 mm

Zolix precision ground SUS303 stainless steel

Receptacle StandardFC/APC (Wide & Narrow Key)

8° Angled Physical Contact (APC)

Mounting System CompatibilityStandard Ø11.0 mm V-Clamp / Collar

Universal integration into cage & kinematic mounts