ISO 7944:2024
(Main)Optics and photonics - Reference wavelengths
Optics and photonics - Reference wavelengths
This document specifies reference wavelengths to be used for the characterization of optical materials, optical systems and instruments, and ophthalmic lenses. It defines the associated principal refractive indices and principal dispersions, as well as the Abbe numbers with regard to these reference wavelengths and principal dispersions.
Optique et photonique — Longueurs d'onde de référence
Le présent document définit des longueurs d'onde de référence à utiliser pour la caractérisation des matériaux optiques, des systèmes et des instruments d'optique et des verres ophtalmiques. Il définit les indices de réfraction principaux et les dispersions principales associées, ainsi que les nombres d'Abbe par rapport à ces longueurs d'onde de référence et aux dispersions principales.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 21-Nov-2024
- Technical Committee
- ISO/TC 172 - Optics and photonics
- Drafting Committee
- ISO/TC 172 - Optics and photonics
- Current Stage
- 6060 - International Standard published
- Start Date
- 22-Nov-2024
- Due Date
- 24-Sep-2025
- Completion Date
- 22-Nov-2024
Relations
- Effective Date
- 03-Dec-2022
- Effective Date
- 22-Oct-2022
Overview
ISO 7944:2024, titled Optics and Photonics – Reference Wavelengths, is an essential international standard published by ISO that specifies the reference wavelengths used for characterizing optical materials, optical systems and instruments, as well as ophthalmic lenses. This third edition updates and replaces the 1998 edition, offering precise definitions of principal refractive indices, principal dispersions, and Abbe numbers related to these reference wavelengths.
The standard establishes fixed, internationally recognized wavelengths that serve as benchmarks for optical measurements, ensuring consistency and accuracy in optics and photonics applications. It highlights particularly the mercury e-line (546.075 nm) and helium d-line (587.562 nm) as primary references, while also providing tables of additional wavelengths in the visible, ultraviolet, infrared, and laser spectral ranges.
Key Topics
Reference Wavelengths for Optical Characterization
ISO 7944:2024 sets out specific wavelengths to be used for refractive index and dispersion measurements of optical components, including lenses for ophthalmic and non-ophthalmic purposes.Principal Refractive Indices and Dispersions
The standard defines how to calculate principal refractive indices at key wavelengths, along with principal dispersions, which quantify how refractive index changes across specific spectral lines.Abbe Numbers Calculation
Abbe numbers, indicating chromatic dispersion characteristics of optical materials, are precisely defined with reference to the mercury e-line and helium d-line wavelengths via given formulas.Wavelength Tables
The document includes comprehensive tables listing recommended wavelengths from:- Visible and ultraviolet spectral range (e.g., Hg 334.148 nm, He 706.519 nm)
- Infrared spectral range (e.g., Rb 780.027 nm, CO2 10,600 nm)
- Common laser wavelengths (e.g., He-Ne 632.816 nm, Nd:YAG 1064.1 nm)
Standard Air Conditions
Measurements are referenced to ‘Standard Air’ conditions (101.325 kPa pressure, 15 °C temperature, trace CO2 and no H2O) to ensure spectral wavelength accuracy.
Applications
Optical Materials Testing
Manufacturers and researchers use ISO 7944 reference wavelengths to characterize optical glass and other materials, ensuring properties like refractive index and dispersion meet international benchmarks.Design and Quality Assurance of Optical Systems
Precise wavelength references allow optical instrument developers to align system performance with standards, improving imaging quality, spectral sensitivity, and calibration.Ophthalmic Lens Fabrication
Ophthalmic lens manufacturers apply these reference wavelengths to measure refractive indices and minimize chromatic aberrations, delivering better corrective eyewear.Spectroscopy and Laser Calibration
The standard’s included laser and spectral line wavelengths support calibration of spectrometers and laser sources, critical in analytical laboratories and photonics industries.Research and Development
Researchers in photonics benefit from globally agreed reference points for refractive index and dispersion, facilitating standardized reporting and comparison of optical properties.
Related Standards
ISO 9802 – Raw Optical Glass - Vocabulary
Provides terminology related to principal dispersion and Abbe numbers, supporting consistent understanding of terms used in ISO 7944.NIST Atomic Spectra Database
Referenced for accurate spectral line data, this database helps verify and update wavelength values critical to the standard.ISO/IEC Directives
Outlines editorial rules and procedures ensuring that ISO 7944 conforms to international standard drafting and review principles.
By adhering to ISO 7944:2024, optical engineers, manufacturers, and researchers worldwide ensure precision and harmonization in optical measurements. The standard remains a cornerstone in achieving reproducible, high-quality optical characterization across diverse photonics and ophthalmic applications.
ISO 7944:2024 - Optics and photonics — Reference wavelengths Released:11/22/2024
ISO 7944:2024 - Optique et photonique — Longueurs d'onde de référence Released:11/22/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
ISO 7944:2024 is a standard published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Its full title is "Optics and photonics - Reference wavelengths". This standard covers: This document specifies reference wavelengths to be used for the characterization of optical materials, optical systems and instruments, and ophthalmic lenses. It defines the associated principal refractive indices and principal dispersions, as well as the Abbe numbers with regard to these reference wavelengths and principal dispersions.
This document specifies reference wavelengths to be used for the characterization of optical materials, optical systems and instruments, and ophthalmic lenses. It defines the associated principal refractive indices and principal dispersions, as well as the Abbe numbers with regard to these reference wavelengths and principal dispersions.
ISO 7944:2024 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 11.040.70 - Ophthalmic equipment; 17.180.01 - Optics and optical measurements in general. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
ISO 7944:2024 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ISO 23766:2022, ISO 7944:1998. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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ISO 7944
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Optics and photonics — Reference
2024-11
wavelengths
Optique et photonique — Longueurs d'onde de référence
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Contents Page
Foreword .iv
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Reference wavelengths, principal dispersions and Abbe numbers . 1
4.1 General .1
4.2 Mercury e-line 546,075 nm .1
4.3 Helium d-line 587,562 nm .2
4.4 Wavelength tables .2
Bibliography . 4
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This third edition cancels and replaces the second editi
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Norme
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ISO 7944
Troisième édition
Optique et photonique — Longueurs
2024-11
d'onde de référence
Optics and photonics — Reference wavelengths
Numéro de référence
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Avant-propos .iv
1 Domaine d’application . 1
2 Références normatives . 1
3 Termes et définitions . 1
4 Longueurs d'onde de référence, dispersions principales et nombres d'Abbe . 1
4.1 Généralités .1
4.2 Raie e du mercure 546,075 nm .1
4.3 Raie d de l’hélium 587,56 nm .2
4.4 Tableaux de longueurs d’onde .2
Bibliographie . 4
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Corrigendum technique ISO 7994:1998/Cor 1:2009, qui a fait l’objet d’une révision technique.
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