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Custom Size Micro Endoscope Lens 1mm Miniature Precision Rod Optics 3mm

Product Specification
Place of Origin: Guangdong, China
Brand Name: ECER Optics
Certification: ISO 9001:2015
Model Number: EL-MICRO-1MM
Minimum Order Quantity: 10 Pieces
Price: USD 5-30 / Piece
Payment Terms: T/T,PayPal,Western Union
Supply Ability: 50000 Pieces per Month
Product Details
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Custom Size Micro Endoscope Lens

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1mm Miniature Rod Lens

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Precision Micro Optics

Product Name: Custom Size Micro Endoscope Lens
Application: Needle Scope And Micro Borescope
Diameter: 1mm
Diameter Tolerance: +/-0.003mm
Length: 3mm - 50mm Custom
Material: Fused Silica / BK7
Edge Finish: Fine Ground And Polished
Surface Quality: 60-40 Scratch-Dig
Product Description
Custom Size Micro Endoscope Lens 1mm Miniature Precision Rod Optics 3mm

This custom size micro endoscope lens brings 1mm class optics to needle scopes, micro borescopes, and ultra-miniature imaging systems where every tenth of a millimeter counts. The 1mm miniature rod lens is ground from fused silica to a diameter tolerance of ±0.003mm, with fine ground and polished edges that prevent chipping during assembly into micro instrument housings. Despite its size, the micro endoscope lens delivers image quality suitable for diagnostic and industrial inspection applications.

Manufacturing optics at 1mm scale demands dedicated tooling and careful process control, which is why this product line is supported by our micro-optics workshop with years of experience in miniature lens production. Each micro endoscope lens is inspected under high magnification for edge integrity and surface quality, and dimensional data is recorded per part. Custom lengths from 3mm to 50mm, alternative substrates, and specialized coatings are available within the same program, allowing device teams to standardize on one micro optics supplier for multiple product generations.

Technical Specifications
Product Name Custom Size Micro Endoscope Lens
Diameter 1mm
Length 3mm - 50mm Custom
Diameter Tolerance ±0.003mm
Material Fused Silica / BK7
Surface Quality 60-40 Scratch-Dig
Edge Finish Fine Ground and Polished
Application Needle Scope and Micro Borescope
Inspection 100% Dimensional Inspection
Certificate RoHS Compliant
Applications
  • Needle scope minimally invasive diagnosis
  • Micro borescope engine and turbine inspection
  • Dental endoscope micro imaging
  • Veterinary micro endoscope instruments
  • Micro camera module relay optics
  • Industrial micro inspection probes
  • Research micro imaging systems
  • Single-use micro endoscope devices

Handling a 1mm lens requires specialized processes that differ from conventional optics production. Our micro workshop uses vacuum chucks and soft-touch tooling so the miniature rod lens is never gripped by hard metal surfaces, eliminating the micro-cracks that cause field failures in tiny instruments. After polishing, every micro endoscope lens is inspected at 40x magnification for edge chips and surface defects, and each part is packed in a dedicated cavity that prevents contact damage during transport. This attention to process detail is why the 1mm miniature rod lens performs reliably in single-use devices, where a single defective optic can compromise an entire production batch of finished instruments.

Product Q&A
Q: How do you hold tolerance on a 1mm lens?

We use precision centerless grinding with in-process laser gauging, followed by optical polishing. Final diameter is verified with an air gauge and laser micrometer on 100 percent of parts, holding ±0.003mm. The small diameter actually improves roundness control because less material is removed per pass.

Q: What materials work best for a 1mm endoscope lens?

Fused silica is our recommended default for micro rods because of its strength and thermal stability. BK7 is a cost-effective alternative for non-sterilized applications, and sapphire is available when maximum scratch resistance is needed at the distal tip.

Q: Can you provide samples for feasibility testing?

Yes. Prototype samples of the 1mm micro endoscope lens are typically delivered within 7-10 working days. We recommend starting with a sample order to validate assembly fit and image quality before committing to production volumes.

Q: What is the minimum order quantity for custom micro optics?

The MOQ is 10 pieces for prototype quantities and 500 pieces for production pricing. We understand micro device programs start small, so we keep prototype pricing accessible and scale discounts as volume grows.

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