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Optical Windows provide protection between an optical system or sensitive electronics and an outside environment.

Laser optics high reflectivity mirrors meet exceptional specifications that Edmund Optics' competitors often fail to meet. Learn more at Edmund Optics.

Confused about the differences between traditional-coated and hard-coated optical filters?

Join Ehren O'Donnell, Product Engineer, as he briefly explains our hydrophobic coatings capabilities and the differences between a hydrophobic coated and non-hydrophobic coated optic.

Optical coatings are used to influence the transmission, reflection, or polarization properties of an optical component.

A protective plastic coating protects a variety of our flat optics, such as optical windows, optical mirrors, and beamsplitters, from scratches during shipping.

Want to know more about high-power optical coatings? Find out more about the importance, fabrication, and testing at Edmund Optics.

The unique absorption properties of 2µm lasers allow them to create small and precise cuts for medical and materials processing applications

Beam Conditioning Optics for UV, IR, and Broadband Lasers

Hard coatings provide many advantages compared to traditional soft coated optics. Learn more about the coating differences and benefits at Edmund Optics.

Do you want to learn about optical filters? Find terminology, fabrication techniques, a selection guide, and application examples at Edmund Optics.

Highly reflective (HR) coatings are applied to optical components to minimize losses when reflecting lasers and other light sources.

Innovative ultra-thin filters provide flexibility, scratch resistance, and durability comparable to most hard oxide coatings. Learn more at Edmund Optics.

New optical filters are being developed due to the advancements in applications and technologies. Learn more about the future of filters at Edmund Optics.

Join Stephan Briggs, Biomedical Engineer at Edmund Optics, as he discusses anti-reflective (AR) coatings vs filter coatings

Anti-reflection (AR) coatings are applied to optical components to increase throughput and reduce hazards caused by back-reflections.

Metrology is critical for ensuring that optical components consistently meet their desired specifications, especially in laser applications.

How are ultra-thin filters different from standard optical filters? Discover the unique features and capabilties of ultra-thin filters at Edmund Optics.

Laser beam expanders are critical for reducing power density, minimizing beam diameter at a distance, and minimizing focused laser spot size.

Optical coatings are composed of thin-film layers used to enhance transmission or reflection properties within an optical system.

Want to know more about fluorophores and optical filters for fluorescence microscopy? Find out more information and in stock optical filters at Edmund Optics.

Want to know about fluorescence microscopy? Read this article by a Biomedical Product Line Engineer at Edmund Optics to learn more.

Edmund Optics' fixed, adjustable, and kinematic mounting components can easily be integrated into optical systems.

The short pulse durations of ultrafast lasers make them interact with optical components differently, impacting the optic’s laser damage threshold.

Acktar Advanced Coatings produces light-absorbing components and materials to control stray light and eliminate noise from specular reflection.

The thermal properties of optical substrates including the CTE, dn/dT, and thermal conductivity are critical for predicting real-world performance

Optical Filters are used to selectively transmit or block certain wavelengths or wavelength ranges within optical systems.

Fluorescence imaging systems are composed of three major components, an illumination source, a photo-activated fluorophore sample, and detector.

The industry standard method for quantifying reflectivity does not tell the whole story

Laser induced damage threshold (LIDT) denotes the maximum laser fluence an optical component can withstand with an acceptable amount of risk.