5151020802F

5151020802F is an optical product from 3M, which is a kind of light pipe. Light pipes are optical components that transmit light from one point to another by means of total internal reflection. Light pipes are an efficient way to connect a light source to a light sensor, and this particular type of light pipe is suitable for applications where a low profile, flat lens solution is required to solve integration design challenges. The light pipe consists of two parts: a long, thin fiber-optic housing which forms the lens holder, and a small circular lens that is mounted at each end.

The working principle of the 5151020802F light pipe is based on total internal reflection (TIR). This phenomenon occurs when the light enters a medium of lower refractive index. The light is then reflected at the boundary and is propagated along the pipe. The light can be directed through bends and turns within the pipe and the angle of the beam is maintained throughout its length.

In the 5151020802F light pipe, the light from the end of the fiber is bent around corners and redirected forward. The lens at each end refracts the light as it exits the fiber end, so that it exits the endpoints in parallel beams. This allows the light to be directed in a specific direction and helps eliminate optical losses. The 5151020802F is a highly efficient light pipe that delivers high output with low-angle divergence and a wide angle of acceptance.

The 5151020802F light pipe is well-suited for applications such as flat panel display backlighting, integrated lighting systems in flat panel displays, automotive dashboard backlighting, and general illumination. Additionally, the 5151020802F can be used in fiber-optic communication systems for data transmission over large distances.

The 5151020802F light pipe is versatile and a very efficient light pipe for a wide range of applications. It’s low profile and flat lens solution is ideal for design challenges when space is a premium, and its wide angle of acceptance makes it a valuable tool for seamlessly transmitting light across a variety of surfaces.