Make products smaller and lighter

Although the birefringence of AZP™ optical resin from Asahi Kasei is comparable to glass, its specific gravity is less than half. This allows products to be made smaller and lighter.

Make products smaller and lighter

Realizing smaller and lighter products

The specific gravity of AZP™ is less than half that of glass. By using it to make pancake lenses, products can be made smaller and lighter.

Reducing product weight as a resin substitute to glass

Although its birefringence is comparable to glass, the specific gravity of AZP™ is less than half. This makes it well suited to products where weight reduction is essential. Being lighter than glass, AZP™ can reduce the weight of AR and VR headsets, which alleviates stress on the head and neck during extended use.

Reducing product weight as a resin substitute to glass

New possibilities through miniaturization

Miniaturization is especially important in VR devices optimized for gaming and interactive experience. By using AZP™ for pancake lenses in a polarization-based optical folding system, the field of view can be broadened even as the device is made more compact. This allows users more freedom of movement and a richer experience. Furthermore, miniaturization makes the device more portable and easier to store.

In comparison with conventional VR devices, shown at left, thickness can be reduced with the optical system using pancake lenses, shown at right.

Comparison of optical systems in conventional VR devices and using pancake lenses

Reasons to Choose AZP™

Make the world clearer

With its low birefringence and high spectral transmittance, AZP™ provides a crisp and clear visual experience.

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Make the world clearer

Make design more flexible

Being a thermoplastic resin, AZP™ can be injection molded. Furthermore, it maintains low birefringence even under stress, allowing for flexible product designs.

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Make design more flexible

Applications

AZP™ optical resin from Asahi Kasei achieves a vivid and clear view, making it suited to applications in AR/VR and mobility.

Applications
Applications of AZP™