Reddit reviews Ajax Scientific LI152-0100 Polished Glass Double-Convex (Bi-Convex) Lens, Spherical, 50 mm Diameter, 100 mm Focal Length
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Double-convex (bi-convex) lens for demonstrating optical principles and effects for studentsTwo outwardly curved surfaces converge light rays to a pointFocal length is 100mmLens is 50mm in diameterMade of polished glass with ground edges
How about $7.44 for one at Amazon
Or a pack of 5 for $10.38 also from Amazon
Edit: 48mm is a very odd diameter for a non-custom lens. You are much more likely to find 50mm, 100mm, 200mm.
Also focal lengths will be limited selection, but 100mm is easily found if that will work for you.
I went with these:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EPQ9UK6
And this tape:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00WVNRKBG
I got the Finebest version which is an unbranded Z3. It was Saturday free shipping prime.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B018UEVVI2
So, fingers crossed that everything works out well. :)