INDUSTRY COMPONENT

Main Ring Body

Main structural ring for precision optical lens mounting systems ensuring alignment and stability.

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Definition
The Main Ring Body is a critical structural component in precision optical lens mounting rings, designed to provide a rigid, dimensionally stable circular frame that supports and aligns optical elements. It maintains precise concentricity and flatness to ensure optical axis alignment, minimize mechanical stress on lenses, and prevent image degradation through vibration damping and thermal stability.
Working Principle
Functions as the primary load-bearing structure that distributes mechanical forces evenly around the optical assembly, maintaining geometric integrity through precise machining tolerances. It provides reference surfaces for lens seating and alignment features, ensuring optical elements remain in their designed positions despite external vibrations, temperature fluctuations, or mechanical loads.
Materials
Aluminum alloy 6061-T6 (most common) or 7075-T6 for higher strength applications; Stainless steel 316L for corrosive environments; Invar for ultra-high thermal stability applications; Titanium alloys for weight-critical aerospace applications.
Technical Parameters
  • Weight Varies by material and dimensions
  • Flatness ≤ 0.005 mm
  • Hardness 80-95 HRB (aluminum)
  • Thickness 5-20 mm
  • Concentricity ≤ 0.003 mm TIR
  • Inner Diameter 40-190 mm (typical range)
  • Outer Diameter 50-200 mm (typical range)
  • Surface Finish Ra ≤ 0.8 μm
Standards
ISO 10110, ISO 1101, DIN 3140, DIN 58750

Industry Taxonomies & Aliases

Commonly used trade names and technical identifiers for Main Ring Body.

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Parent Products

This component is used in the following industrial products

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Engineering Analysis

Risks & Mitigation
  • Thermal expansion mismatch with optical elements
  • Stress-induced deformation during mounting
  • Corrosion in harsh environments
  • Vibration-induced misalignment
  • Manufacturing tolerance stack-up
FMEA Triads
Trigger: Inadequate material selection for thermal environment
Failure: Thermal expansion causes optical misalignment
Mitigation: Use low-CTE materials like Invar or match CTE with optical elements
Trigger: Improper machining or heat treatment
Failure: Residual stresses cause dimensional instability
Mitigation: Implement stress-relief annealing and precision machining with proper fixturing
Trigger: Insufficient corrosion protection
Failure: Material degradation in harsh environments
Mitigation: Apply protective coatings or use corrosion-resistant materials like stainless steel

Industrial Ecosystem

Compatible With

Interchangeable Parts

Compliance & Inspection

Tolerance
Geometric tolerances per ISO 1101, dimensional tolerances per ISO 2768-mK
Test Method
Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) verification, laser interferometry for flatness, optical comparator for profile inspection

Procurement Evaluation Criteria

Not customer reviews or live demand data. These dimensions support RFQ preparation and supplier evaluation.

Technical documentation
4/5
Manufacturing capability
4/5
Inspection readiness
5/5
Supplier transparency
3/5

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary function of the Main Ring Body in optical systems?

The Main Ring Body serves as the primary structural element that maintains precise alignment of optical components, distributes mechanical loads evenly, and provides dimensional stability under varying environmental conditions.

Which materials are most suitable for high-precision optical applications?

Aluminum 6061-T6 offers excellent machinability and stability for most applications; Invar provides superior thermal stability for temperature-sensitive systems; Stainless steel 316L is preferred for corrosive environments.

What are the critical tolerance requirements for this component?

Flatness ≤ 0.005 mm, concentricity ≤ 0.003 mm TIR, and surface finish Ra ≤ 0.8 μm are typical critical tolerances that ensure proper optical alignment and performance.

Can I contact factories directly?

Yes, each factory profile provides direct contact information.

Data Basis

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Preliminary Technical Classification
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