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molded lens

A molded lens is an optical lens manufactured using a molding process, typically involving the shaping of a material, such as glass or plastic, into the desired lens shape. This process involves creating a mold with the inverse shape of the desired lens and then injecting or pressing the lens material into the mold cavity. Once the material solidifies or sets, the resulting lens takes on the shape of the mold.

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Molded lenses offer several advantages over traditional lens manufacturing methods, including:

Cost-effectiveness: The molding process can be more efficient and less labor-intensive than traditional lens grinding and polishing methods, leading to cost savings in production.

High precision: Modern molding techniques allow for the creation of lenses with very precise shapes and surface characteristics, enabling tight tolerances and consistent optical performance.

Complex shapes: Molded lenses can be designed with complex shapes and features that may be difficult or impossible to achieve using traditional lens manufacturing methods.

Scalability: Molding processes can be easily scaled up to produce large quantities of lenses with consistent quality, making them suitable for mass production.

Molded lenses find applications in a wide range of industries, including automotive, consumer electronics, telecommunications, medical devices, and imaging systems. They are used in various optical systems, such as cameras, projectors, sensors, and lighting fixtures, where precise control of light is essential for optimal performance.
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