1D X-ray metal optics

A parabolic lens geometry of the refracting surfaces is best suited to focus hard X-rays. 1D metal X-ray optics are fabricated using a pressing technique for metals such as Be, Al, and Ni. We produce 1D lenses with a relatively large aperture with radii greater than 50 μm that are capable of focusing a beam along with one transverse directions. Our metal refractive lenses have compact circular frames with a 1 mm thickness and special frame design (available in strictly horizontal/vertical working position, ± 45° or free working angle). All refractive lenses are UHV compatible. Please contact us for more detailed information on geometric lens parameters (aperture, web thickness) and on available and possible materials and grades.

A compound refractive lens (CRL) is a set of single X-ray refractive lenses arranged in a linear array to achieve focusing of X-rays in the 2-100 keV energy range at modern synchrotron radiation sources and at free-electron lasers. The main applications of CRL at Megascience facilities are focusing, collimation, monochromatization, suppression of high harmonics, and transport of X-rays.

Please contact us for additional information on geometric lenses parameters (aperture, web thickness) and on available materials and grades.