Concave Mirror
Product Code : SCL-PLE-11767
The StemAids Concave Mirror is a high-precision optical component engineered for the empirical study of light convergence and real-image formation. Optimized for Secondary and University-level physics, this spherical mirror (also known as a converging mirror) is designed to reflect light inward to a single focal point. Manufactured to ISO 9001:2015 standards, it facilitates the quantification of focal lengths and the verification of the mirror formula within institutional laboratory environments.
Technical Specifications
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Tender Specification |
OEM Technical Detail |
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Material Construction |
High-transmittance Float Glass with vacuum-deposited Silver/Aluminum |
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Geometry |
Spherical Concave with precision-ground edges |
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Standard Diameters |
50mm (Standard) |
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Focal Lengths (f) |
Typically 10cm, 15cm, or 20cm (Positive focal length) |
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Reflective Coating |
Back-silvered with protective lead-free epoxy paint to prevent oxidation |
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Surface Quality |
High-luster finish for minimal light scattering and clear image projection |
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ISO Compliance Code |
Manufactured under ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems |
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HS Code |
9001.90.00 (Lenses, prisms, mirrors of any material) |
Key Pedagogical Outcomes (Bloom’s Taxonomy Alignment)
- Light Convergence Interface: Facilitates student visualization of how parallel incident rays reflect through the principal focus (F), supporting Geometrical Optics Module 101.
- Image Property Quantification: Enables the physical study of image characteristics (Real vs. Virtual, Inverted vs. Erect), allowing learners to apply the mirror formula f1=v1+u1 to determine object and image distances.
- Magnification Analysis: Supports the analysis of "shaving mirror" or "dentist mirror" effects, demonstrating how placing an object within the focal length produces a magnified, upright virtual image.
- Aberration Evaluation: Allows students to evaluate spherical aberration by observing how rays reflected from the edges of the mirror do not meet perfectly at the focus, introducing concepts of parabolic reflectors.
International Logistics & Compliance
StemAids ensures comprehensive OEM readiness for global institutional procurement:
- Packaging: Export-grade seaworthy crating (ISPM-15 compliant) featuring individual non-abrasive protective sleeves and multi-layer shock-absorbing foam to prevent glass breakage or silvering scratches.
- Documentation: Includes Manufacturer’s Authorization Form (MAF), Certificate of Conformance (CoC), and a datasheet specifying the Radius of Curvature (R=2f).
- Durability: Tropicalized design featuring moisture-resistant back-coating, ensuring the reflective silvering does not peel or tarnish in high-humidity laboratory climates.
Direct OEM Sourcing Advantages
Procuring the StemAids Concave Mirror directly ensures vertical manufacturing control:
- In-House Sphericity Testing: Every mirror is batch-tested for surface accuracy to ensure the focal point is sharp and well-defined, reducing experimental error during ray tracing.
- Precision Edge Grinding: Every unit is finished with smooth edges for safe handling by students, minimizing the risk of cuts during manual alignment.
- Direct Factory Spares Availability: Guaranteed availability of matching mirror holders, optical benches, and screen mounts to maximize long-term laboratory ROI.
- Manufacturing Control: Direct oversight of the vacuum-silvering process ensures high reflectivity (>90%), providing bright, high-contrast images for student data collection.
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