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Numerical Aperture Calculator

Calculate the numerical aperture (NA) of an optical fiber from the refractive indices of its core and cladding. NA determines light-gathering ability and the maximum acceptance angle of the fiber.

Core Refractive Index

Cladding Refractive Index

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Optics

Lens Focal Length Calculator

Compute the focal length of any thick or thin lens from its refractive index, surface curvatures, and center thickness using the lensmaker's equation. Essential for optical designers, physics students, and DIY telescope builders.

Refractive Index of Lens Material

Radius of First Surface (cm)

Radius of Second Surface (cm)

Lens Thickness (cm)

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Key differences

	Numerical Aperture Calculator	Lens Focal Length Calculator
Category	Optics	Optics
Inputs required	2	4
Result	Numerical Aperture	Focal Length (cm)
What it does	Calculate the numerical aperture (NA) of an optical fiber from the refractive indices of its core and cladding. NA determines light-gathering ability and the maximum acceptance angle of the fiber.	Compute the focal length of any thick or thin lens from its refractive index, surface curvatures, and center thickness using the lensmaker's equation. Essential for optical designers, physics students, and DIY telescope builders.