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Chroma Technology Corp

Manufacturer of catalog and custom optical filters for demanding applications across the spectrum. ISO 9001 and B Corp certified.
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Laservision USA

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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Avantier Inc

Is an unparalleled leader in providing custom optical systems solutions. We offer advance precision custom optical design, optical engineering, optical lens assembly, rapid optical...
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Shanghai Optics Inc

Shanghai Optics is an unparalleled custom optical engineering solution provider offering custom optical manufacturing, design and engineering services.
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Optimax Systems Inc

Optimax leverages our optics manufacturing technology for programs that benefit mankind and projects that defend our freedom. Our know-how, innovation, and speed enable quicker...
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LASEROPTIK GmbH

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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Advantages of Telecentric Lenses

Do you need repeatable, high-accuracy measurements? Then maybe you need to fit a telecentric lens to your machine vision system.   When viewed with a telecentric lens...
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The Advantages of Telecentric Lenses

The Advantages of Telecentric Lenses Telecentric lenses offer distinct benefits in various optical applications, especially when precise measurements and high image quality are...
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Case Study: 30° Fan Angle Powell Lens

Powell lenses are laser line generator lenses that fan out collimated beams in one dimension. Shaped like a prism with a rounded roof, they transform a narrow laser beam into ...
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Case Study: Germanium Optical Dome for Drone

Key Takeaways: Germanium Optical Domes are essential for drones, providing protection for optical instruments while ensuring optical clarity in various environments. They enhance...
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Lightweight Space Cameras
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Innovative Optics for Lightweight Space Cameras

Space exploration demands cutting-edge technology, especially when it comes to capturing images. Ultra-lightweight space cameras are at the forefront of this technology, delivering...
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Understanding and Using Fluorophores

Filter sets are usually named for the fluorophore for which they are recommended but can be useful with many others in the same spectral range.  You will need to know a variety...
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Chroma Technology Introducing New 100% Recyclable Packaging

BELLOWS FALLS, Vermont, 7/12/2024 Chroma is pleased to announce an upgrade to their packaging.  This update is a transition to boxes which are 100% recyclable. Our old materials...
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Laser-based satellite communications are one important application of reflective optics.
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Understanding Reflective Optics

Understanding Reflective Optics Reflective optics are key to many industrial and life science applications, as well as astronomy and high-energy physics. Essentially, reflective...
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Powell Lens
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What is a Powell Lens?

Introduction to the Powell Lens A laser is a common optical device, widely used in laser communication, medical equipment, lighting, laser printing and other fields. In practical...
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A Comprehensive Guide to Ruggedized Imaging Lenses
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A Comprehensive Guide to Ruggedized Imaging Lenses

Ruggedized imaging lenses are vital components in environments where traditional lenses fall short due to exposure to dust, moisture, extreme temperatures, and mechanical stresses...
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Optical Technology for Environmental Monitoring

Optical technology has become indispensable in safeguarding the environment. By enabling precise analysis of water quality, tracking emissions, and identifying pollutants, these...
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Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) Coatings

What is DLC coating? Diamond-like carbon (DLC) coatings are nanocomposite layers that mimic the properties of natural diamond, offering low friction, high hardness, and exceptional...
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Avoid Optical Pitfalls Part 4: Ignoring Optical Polarization

How much does polarization matter? More than you’d think. Ignoring optical polarization is an optical pitfall that can lead to dozens of imaging problems, so be sure to ...
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Optical Quantum Computing
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Optics for Optical Quantum Computing

Optics for optical quantum computing are the key to powerful computing systems with the potential to significantly outperform classical computers. Optics play a crucial role in...
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SWIR Hyperspectral Camera Lenses
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Case Study: SWIR Hyperspectral Camera Lenses

Hyperspectral imaging merges the capabilities of imaging and spectroscopy, allowing for the capture and processing of extensive spectral information across numerous narrowband...
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Case Study: Advanced 50mm Laser Beam Expander

Laser beam expanders are crucial optical devices used to increase the diameter of laser beams. They are essential in a range of fields, from precision manufacturing to advanced...
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Freeform Optics: Innovations in Custom Optical Design

Freeform optics represent a cutting-edge approach to optical design, enabling the creation of complex, non-symmetrical surfaces that precisely control light. These advanced optical...
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Wide-Angle Lenses: A Complete Guide

Wide-Angle Lenses Wide-angle lenses are engineered to deliver an extensive field of view, a feature that is a direct result of their short focal lengths. This characteristic makes...
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Case Study: Exploring Ultra Wide-Angle Lenses

Ultra Wide-Angle lenses are indispensable in the world of imaging, offering a field of view that can extend up to 160°. These lenses are crucial for capturing vast scenes ...
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