Small Quantity Prototypes: The First-Mover Advantage

Custom Optics & Capabilities Resources Use our helpful tools, guides, videos and other resources to solve your optical design challenges. Quick Prototypes to Gain Advantage Your customers want the first-mover advantage. With LaCroix's Prototype Expedited Delivery Service (PEDS), you'll have a prototype in hand in 3-6 weeks or less. PEDS is available for precision optics such as Spheres, Aspheres, Achromats, Prisms, Optical Windows and Wedges. PEDS streamlines the entire process from quoting to process design to manufacturing, using dedicated engineering and machine capacity. Advantages of Prototype Expedited Delivery Service Improve communication with your team and your customers. Use the prototype to validate the light path, functionality, and performance. Stay on schedule, stay on budget using this fast, iterative process. Catch design flaws early to minimize costly rework. Reduce supply chain risk using in-house stock of high-demand glass blanks. From prototype to production and assembly, we can guide and grow with you every step of the way. Copyright © 2026, LaCroix Precision Optics