Quick Answer: The Optical Bench Extension 50 cm adds 50 cm to a compatible optical bench, giving a longer optical path for lens and mirror experiments. It is used when object, lens and screen need wider spacing than the standard bench allows.
Last updated: October 2026
Key Features
50 cm extension length
Joins to the main rail of a compatible optical bench with a connector
Allows longer object and image distances for focal length work
Used with light sources, lens holders, object pins, mirrors and screens
Technical Specifications
Specification
Value
Extension length
50cm
Included components
1 × Optical Bench Extension 50cm
Product category
Optical bench accessory
About This Product
Some lens and image-formation set-ups need more distance than a standard bench offers. Joined straight and level to the main rail, the extension lets students place components further apart and record object and image distances in the usual way. Enquiries from Croatia, Belarus, New Zealand, Palestine and Brazil for the Optical Bench Extension 50cm receive an export quotation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the Optical Bench Extension 50 cm fitted?
Align it with the main bench rail, secure it with the compatible joining method or connector, and check that the extended rail is straight and level before mounting accessories.
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