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    Introduction Wide-angle thermal imaging lenses are advanced optical components designed to capture a broad field of view in thermal imaging applications. Unlike traditional narrow...
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    Diffuse Optical Tomography (DOT) is a medical imaging technique that uses NIR light to measure the optical properties of translucent or semi-translucent biological tissue. That...
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    Microlens arrays are composed of multiple lens cells arranged on a glass, polymer, or metal substrate in 1D or 2D patterns. They are designed to manipulate light precisely, serving...
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    Lesion Detection Lens Types Medical detection lenses designed to identify eye diseases are divided into two types based on optical working distance: long-distance detection lenses...

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    Laservision Laser Safety Curtains
    Our laser safety curtains are made to withstand direct and scattered laser light generated by Class 3B or 4 lasers. The material is flexible, flame resistant, easy to clean, and...
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    F45.P5M02.5000 Laser Safety Eyewear
    The F45.P5M02.5000 Laser Safety Eyewear features an award-winning frame (winner of the 2021 German Innovation award). It also features the M02 filter good for the following Applications...
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    Laservision's Welding Booth
    Laservision offers several Laser Welding Booth options providing excellent protection and versatility for your laser welding application. Constructed with pre-assembled panels...
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    Panoramaxx – Laser Welding Helmet
    The Panoramaxx Laser Welding Helmet provides multi-angle, ANSI, and CE-certified, laser welding protection when using handheld laser welding machines. The helmet shell also protects...

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    EP3HTSDA-2Med
    Master Bond EP3HTSDA-2Med is a true one component epoxy that is not pre-mixed and frozen. It offers an easy dispensing profile with an exceptionally long working life at room ...
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    One part UV system for high performance bonding, sealing, coating and encapsulation.
    Master Bond UV15-7HP is a low viscosity, easy to apply, one-part, UV curable adhesive system.
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    LASEROPTIK Coherent Supplier Award 2025
    LASEROPTIK – April 04, 2025 - LASEROPTIK GmbH was granted Coherent Corp.’s global supplier excellence award for ”Outstanding Quality 2025“  It also...
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    Master Bond EP29LPSPND-3
    Master Bond EP29LPSPND-3 is a two component, non-drip epoxy compound with a paste consistency that can be used for bonding and sealing applications. The system is electrically...

    Videos

    SPIE Optics org PWest 2025 - Innovation, Competition & Cutting Edge Tech
    Chris Karp, Sales Director at Chroma Technology, speaks to Optics.org, to discuss the biggest challenges in meeting customer expectations and how Chroma’s company ethos keeps ...
    Red Adhesive Turns Clear Upon Exposure to UV Light
    UV15RCL adhesive is a UV curable, optically clear compound that changes from red to clear once exposed to UV light. This distinctive feature gives users the confidence that thorough...
    CNC Machining at Avantier
    Embark on a journey into precision optics with Avantier, your trusted provider of optical solutions. With over 50 years of expertise, we offer a comprehensive range of materials...
    Avantier's Photonics West 2024 Highlights
    Experience the forefront of photonics technology with Avantier! We're delighted to have connected with you at the Photonics West Exhibition. Your insights and discussions about...

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    Chroma - Sputtered Coatings for Space-Based Optical Systems
    In satellite communications (SatCom), precision and reliability are critical to maintaining clear signals and optimizing system performance. At Chroma Technology, we design and...
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    Case Study UV Microscope
    Project Background:  UV Microscope Objectives for Genetic Analysis A global leader in agricultural genetics and reproduction services approached us to address problems...
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    LiDAR VR/AR Applications: Powering Virtual Reality
    LiDAR VR/AR  Applications LiDAR VR/AR  applications are taking augmented and virtual reality applications to the next level. Once far too expensive and bulky for consumer...
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    OAP Mirrors
    Off-axis parabolic (OAP) mirrors are indispensable components in modern optical systems, offering precision and versatility in a variety of applications. These mirrors enhance...

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    Deep space optical communication (DSOC) leverages laser-based free-space transmission to enable high-bandwidth data exchange across interplanetary distances. Offering orders-of...
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    Large Optics Case Study
    Explore how our expertise in custom large optics helps solve complex engineering challenges across industries. From precision parabolic mirrors to laser-grade beam-steering optics...
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    Free Space Optical Communications
    No longer is data transfer limited to radio waves or wire.
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    Analysis of Aspherical Lenses Reverse Engineering
    Analysis of Aspherical Lenses Reverse Engineering

    Featured Companies

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    The LaCroix name is synonymous with quality precision optics. Since 1947, three generations of family leadership have guided LaCroix Precision Optics to become the premier, independent...
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    Laservision is a trusted worldwide supplier of high-quality laser safety products, technology and training to industries ranging from medicine to the military. Wherever lasers...
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    Master Bond formulates high-quality, innovative compounds for the laser, optics, and photonics industries. Our goal is to help engineers meet specific requirements for their bonding...
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    Oz Optics 40 Years
    OZ Optics Limited is a leading worldwide supplier of fiber optic products for existing and next-generation optical networks.
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    Is an unparalleled leader in providing custom optical systems solutions. We offer advanced precision custom optical design, optical engineering, optical lens assembly, rapid optical...
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    Shanghai Optics 20th Anniversary in North America
    Shanghai Optics is an unparalleled custom optical engineering solution provider offering custom optical manufacturing, design and engineering services.
    Chroma
    Manufacturer of catalog and custom optical filters for demanding applications across the spectrum. ISO 9001 and B Corp certified.
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    LASEROPTIK
    LASEROPTIK manufactures high LIDT laser optics and coatings from VUV to IR for industry, medicine and scientific research. LASEROPTIK employs more than 40 coating machines with...
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    Alluxa produces its filters with a new class of custom optical thin film coating equipment designed and built by our team. The combination of our state of the art automation, ...
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    Universe Kogaku designs and manufactures precision assembled optics including UV quartz lenses, CCD and CMOS lenses, CCTV and diode laser lenses, and hi-res lenses.
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    Manufactures custom optics and thin-film coatings 0.2µm-50µm (UV-IR). In-house capabilities: optical fabrication, diamond turning, photolithographic patterning & environmental...