ISO 10110-14-2018 PDF

Full title and description

ISO 10110-14:2018 — Optics and photonics — Preparation of drawings for optical elements and systems — Part 14: Wavefront deformation tolerance. This part of the ISO 10110 series specifies the rules and notation for indicating permissible deformation of a wavefront transmitted through, or (for reflective optics) reflected from, an optical element or assembly; it is intended for use on technical drawings and specifications for optical components and systems.

Abstract

The standard defines how to indicate permissible wavefront deformation (departure from the nominal theoretical wavefront) on drawings. It applies to both transmitted and reflected wavefronts and is also applicable when optical systems use general surfaces (see ISO 10110-19). The specification excludes wavefront tilt with respect to a reference surface and does not require that a wavefront-deformation tolerance be given — it only provides rules for how to indicate one if required.

General information

• Status: Published (International Standard, confirmed at review).
• Publication date: 2018 (Edition 3, 2018‑11).
• Publisher: International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
• ICS / categories: 37.020 (Optical equipment); 01.100.20 (Mechanical engineering drawings).
• Edition / version: Edition 3 (2018).
• Number of pages: 12 (official ISO listing).

Scope

ISO 10110-14:2018 specifies the notation and rules for showing permissible wavefront deformation on drawings for optical elements and assemblies. It applies to both transmissive and reflective optics and to systems described using general-surface descriptions (ISO 10110-19). The part addresses the wavefront’s deviation from the desired shape only; angular tilt relative to a reference surface is outside its scope.

Key topics and requirements

• Standardized drawing indications for permissible wavefront deformation (how to state tolerances on drawings).
• Applies to transmitted and reflected wavefronts; excludes specification of wavefront tilt.
• Compatibility with general-surface descriptions (references ISO 10110-19 for non‑standard surface forms).
• There is no obligation to indicate a wavefront‑deformation tolerance — the document provides rules only if such a tolerance is used.
• Historical note: earlier editions commented that a specified wavefront tolerance does not replace surface‑form tolerances (ISO 10110‑5); when both are specified they should be complied with — consult the full text for contract/inspection precedence.
• Intended to be consistent with other ISO 10110 parts that govern surface form, imperfections and laser damage thresholds so drawing call‑outs are unambiguous for manufacture and test.

Typical use and users

Used by optical designers, lens and component manufacturers, procurement/specification engineers, metrology and quality‑assurance laboratories, and technical drafters preparing production and inspection drawings for optical elements and modules. It is used whenever a contract or drawing needs a formal notation of allowable wavefront deformation to ensure manufacturing and test alignment between supplier and buyer.

Related standards

ISO 10110-14 is one part of the ISO 10110 series (preparation of drawings for optical elements and systems). Closely related parts include ISO 10110-5 (surface form tolerances), ISO 10110-19 (general description of surfaces and components), and other series parts covering imperfections, aspherics, diffractive surfaces and laser‑damage specifications (e.g., ISO 10110-13/17). For exact references and current editions consult the ISO catalogue or national standards bodies.

Keywords

wavefront deformation, wavefront tolerance, optical drawings, ISO 10110, surface form, interferometry, optical tolerancing, optical specifications, drawing notation, optics and photonics.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ISO 10110-14:2018 is the ISO part that defines how to indicate permissible wavefront deformation on technical drawings for optical elements and systems.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers the notation and rules for specifying allowable departures of the actual wavefront from the nominal theoretical wavefront for transmitted or reflected light; it excludes specifying wavefront tilt. It is applicable to general surfaces when those are used to describe optics.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Optical designers, manufacturers, QA and metrology teams, drawing drafters and procurement/specification writers who need to unambiguously record wavefront-related tolerances on drawings and purchase‑specifications.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: The 2018 edition (Edition 3) is the current published edition and was listed as confirmed at its five‑year review; earlier editions (2003, 2007) were superseded by the 2018 version. Always check the ISO catalogue or your national standards body for the latest status before use.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: Yes — it is part of the ISO 10110 series (preparation of drawings for optical elements and systems). Other parts cover surface form, imperfections, aspherics, diffractive surfaces, laser‑damage thresholds, general surface description and related drawing conventions.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Wavefront deformation, wavefront tolerance, optical drawing notation, ISO 10110, surface tolerancing, interferometric tolerance, optical metrology.