Laser Window

Created April 24, 2004

Last updated April 24, 2004

The laser window is to be placed in the insulated laser enclosure wall adjacent to the position of the quaternary mirror.

Requirements

• Composed of two glass plates with 3-inch aperture (2.75 clear)
• Plates to be of high optical quality and AR coated for 532 (to accommodate high power)
• Separation of plates maximum 3.4-inches (thickness of insulating wall), but may be less if this offers greater thermal insulation (less convection)
• One integral unit that can be situated in wall and secured with hardware through an external flange
• Material to be of plastic construction for minimal heat transport.

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