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Custom Glass Fabrication Capabilities Technical Reference Document

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 04:38:00 GMT

Abrisa Technologies provides precision custom machined optical components from prototype to high volume and OEM production. We can apply a variety of precision processes, individually or in combination, to any glass substrate. 90% of Glass Fabrication requirements are unique, consequently when you require a specific transmission, size, edge, polish, cleanliness standard or more for your product, turn to Abrisa Technologies to produce your fabricated glass components.

Polish High-Reliability Optical Termini and Contacts

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 14:24:00 GMT

Krell's Scepter Fiber Optics Polishing System is ideal for polishing the termini/contacts and fiber optic connections in all military systems that require high reliability under harsh conditions including environmental sensing, aircraft system monitoring, and weapons systems.

High Power, 30-Die, NIR LED Array: OD-850-30-030

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 12:13:00 GMT

Opto Diode's High Power, 30-Die, NIR LED delivers more efficient operation and higher power with a narrow beam angle of 30 degrees. The device has a peak wavelength of 850 nm (min. 840 nm and max. 865 nm) and a total optical power output of 16 watts. Ideal for night vision systems and skin therapy applications, Opto Diode's NIR light-emitting-diode array is available for shipping in OEM quantities.

IsoSphere� AR Coated Ball Lenses

Fri, 28 Jul 2006 13:10:00 GMT

The IsoSphere AR coated ball lens represents a breakthrough in the technology of ball lenses. Previous coating methods yielded soft, non-uniform single layer AR coatings on ball lenses...

580-MHz NIR InGaAs/InAlAs APD Receivers In Hermetic Package With Thermoelectric Cooling: Voxtel RDI-1XJ0A Series

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 15:31:00 GMT

Voxtel's industry-leading 580-MHz APD-TIA receiver, integrating a reduced excess noise APD (R-APD) with a transimpedance amplifier in hermetic TO-8 packaging with thermoelectric cooling (TEC) and optional fiber-optic coupling.

InGaAs Snapshot Video Cameras (SU320KTS-1.7RT And SU320KTSVis-1.7RT)

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 15:12:00 GMT

These compact InGaAs snapshot video cameras from Sensors Unlimited, Inc. feature capture of images from pulsed events or moving objects within one frame. The SU320KTS-1.7RT provides high response from 0.9 �m to 1.7 �m and the SU320KTSVis-1.7RT extends the response into the visible wavelengths, running from 0.4 �m to 1.7 �m

Opto Diode Corporation - Quality Infrared (IR) LEDs and Custom LEDs

Thu, 26 May 2005 20:38:00 GMT

Opto Diode Corporation is a world supplier of reliable, high quality infrared (IR) LEDs and custom LEDs in the visible range. Since 1981, we have produced standard TO-packaging and custom housing LEDs in our U. S. facility in Southern California, maintaining the highest standards with our in-process quality control and testing systems...

NTT- Advanced technology solutions in information and communications

Mon, 24 May 2004 15:03:00 GMT

NTT Advanced Technology Corporation (NTT-AT) was founded in 1976 as a subsidiary of NTT, the largest telecommunications service provider in Japan...

Scientific CMOS Camera: Orca-Flash 2.8

Fri, 26 Mar 2010 14:42:00 GMT

Hamamatsu's Scientific CMOS Camera: ORCA-Flash 2.8 is a high-sensitivity digital camera based on their scientific CMOS image sensor, FL-280, that offers 2X the pixels, 4X the speed, and 1/2 the noise — all at a lower price than standard interline CCD chips. The Orca-Flash 2.8 has the ability to deliver high resolution, high readout speed, and low noise all at an affordable price making it the scientific camera of choice for applications including life sciences, microscopy, semiconductor inspection, industrial imaging and x-ray scintillator readout.

Insert Micromolding

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 04:05:00 GMT

Insert micro-molding molds a wide variety of materials such as metal and glass in, around and to plastic parts. This image shows an example of advanced insert molding capabilities.

ProPhotonix Adds New HL65051DG Laser Diode From Opnext To Its Laser Diode Line-Up

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 05:59:00 GMT

ProPhotonix Limited, a designer and manufacturer of LED light engines and laser diode modules as well as a distributor of premium laser diodes, is pleased to announce that they are adding the HL65051DG laser diode from Opnext, Inc. to the wide range of diodes ProPhotonix offers.

New Addition To Family: Basler Ace GigE Cameras Fitted With The Popular Sony CCD ICX 414 And ICX 415 Sensors

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 05:04:00 GMT

Basler is kicking off large-scale production of the next ace area scan camera models with Gigabit Ethernet interface.

Introduction To Scientific InGaAs FPA Cameras

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 05:19:00 GMT

Working in the near infrared (NIR) and shortwave infrared (SWIR) regions of the spectrum offers researchers several advantages, such as the abilities to circumvent unwanted fluorescence backgrounds and to probe more deeply into sample surfaces. By Manjul Shah, Applications Specialist - Imaging and X-Ray, Princeton Instruments

TECHSPEC OD 6 Laser-Line Bandpass Filters Offer Maximum Transmission Of Stimulated Emission

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 06:43:00 GMT

Edmund Optics(EO), the premier provider of optical components, introduces new TECHSPEC OD 6 Laser-Line Bandpass Filters.

Standard Gain Horn Antennas

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:09:00 GMT

Standard gain horn antennas for aerospace, military, wireless communications, and medical applications.

Silicon Avalanche Photodiodes (Si APDs) C30737CH Series Datasheet

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:34:00 GMT

Excelitas Technologies recently introduced the C30737CH Series of Silicon Avalanche Photodiodes (Si APDs) in a side-looking LLC package specifically designed for laser meter, range- finding, 3D laser scanning and other cutting-edge detection applications. The C30737CH Series' unique laminated leadless carrier (LLC) package allows for convenient, automated pick-and-place "side-looker" assembly on printed circuit boards (PCBs) making it the ideal APD for high volume applications.

Abrisa Technologies Now Provides Engineered OEM Glass For Tubing Applications

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 05:49:00 GMT

Abrisa Technologies is pleased to announce that they can now provide ultra-precision heat and vacuum shrinking of glass and quartz tubing via their partner company, Wilmad LabGlass.

Ultra High Speed, High Spatial Resolution Camera - Fastcam IS-1M Datasheet

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:10:00 GMT

Photron, a leading global manufacturer of high speed imaging systems, introduces the ultra-high-speed, high-resolution camera system, the Fastcam IS-1M. The revolutionary 312 x 260 pixel resolution ISIS (in-situ image storage) CCD sensor system is designed to capture a wide range of ultra-high-speed phenomena at up to 1,000,000 frames per second (fps). The key feature of the new camera is the sensor where the signal storage areas for the recorded images are incorporated within the chip. Extremely light sensitive, the Fastcam IS-1M captures a wide range of high speed events, even in low light conditions.

BaySpec Introduces Next Gen High Resolution 1064nm Raman Instrument

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 05:27:00 GMT

BaySpec, Inc., a leading supplier of Raman instrumentation, has released its next generation of high resolution Raman Spectrometer, RamSpec-HR.

2 kW DIOCUT Laser System: Economical - Even In Constant Use

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 04:47:00 GMT

A high performance, cutting edge and at the same time highly efficient partner will accompany LIMO Lissotschenko Mikrooptik GmbH from Dortmund to one conference and three trade fairs this year.

High Speed Back-thinned CCD Spectrometer With Excellent UV/NIR Sensitivity: AvaSpec-ULS2048XL Datasheet

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:19:00 GMT

The AvaSpec-ULS2048XLFiber Optic Spectrometer is a high speed instrument which also combines excellent sensitivity in the UV and NIR wavelengths.

Dr�ger And Jenoptik Extend Their Collaboration

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 06:10:00 GMT

The L�beck-based company Dr�ger Safety AG & Co. KGaA is to cooperate with Jenoptik's Optical Systems division. Collaboration will focus on the development, production and supply of optoelectronic system solutions.

89 North Wins Prestigious International Award

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 06:09:00 GMT

After only three years in business, 89 North won the prestigious 2011 Prism Award from the International Society for Optics and Photonics (SPIE) on Jan. 25.

AvaSpec-RS Series Overview - Worlds Most Configurable Microspectrometer

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 08:10:00 GMT

Miniature spectrometers are versatile, portable and well embraced by researchers and engineers worldwide. Until now the technology has not really supported customer demands for flexibility and configurability.

Physical Optics Corporation (POC) Awarded SBIR Project: HECAD Phase II

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:48:00 GMT

Physical Optics Corporation (POC), a systems integrator of advanced technology serving military, defense, and homeland security markets, announces the recent Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) award for Phase II of the Helmet Embedded Conformal Augmented Display (HECAD) system.

New Colors: JILA Scientists Confirm First 'Frequency Comb' To Probe Ultraviolet Wavelengths

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:49:00 GMT

Physicists at JILA have created the first "frequency comb" in the extreme ultraviolet band of the spectrum, high-energy light less than 100 nanometers (nm) in wavelength.

New Compact Raman Fiber Probe

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:22:00 GMT

FiberTech Optica (FTO), a manufacturer of custom fiber optic assemblies, is proud to introduce its latest product: a line of compact fiber optic Raman probes! Leveraging our expertise in optics, spectroscopy and manufacturing of precision fiber assemblies, our probes feature an innovative optical configuration designed to enhance both the throughput and the quality of collected Raman signal.

Sandia Tool Determines Value Of Solar Photovoltaic Power Systems

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 07:30:00 GMT

Consistent appraisals of homes and businesses outfitted with photovoltaic (PV) installations are a real challenge for the nation's real estate industry, but a new tool developed by Sandia National Laboratories and Solar Power Electric and licensed by Sandia addresses that issue.

Coherent 532 nm, Low-Noise Pump Lasers Now Exceed 18 Watts

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 04:26:00 GMT

Coherent Inc. has launched several higher power versions of their Verdi G series of 532 nm, scientific-grade lasers based on the company's unique optically pumped semiconductor laser (OPSL) technology.

BK-7 Plano Concave Lenses

Mon, 05 Nov 2007 14:29:00 GMT

These simple negative lenses have many uses. Alone they form a virtual image of a distant object or collimated light source. Used in combination with other optics they reduce the power of the system

InGaAs APD Receiver Modules

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 16:49:00 GMT

Esterline CMC Electronics InGaAs APD Receiver Modules were designed for the most demanding low light high repetition rate applications where fast recovery is of the utmost importance. A fast response Transimpedance Amplifier (TIA) is coupled to the output of the APD which is directly bonded to an efficient TEC, allowing the best possible thermal conductivity.

Complex Optical Systems for Medical Applications

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 19:39:00 GMT

LightWorks Optics has increased its presence in the medical technology arena by applying their vast experience in precision space and defense technology to medical applications where that precision can lead to better diagnostic and therapeutic outcomes.

Phantom Miro M-Series Digital High-Speed Cameras

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 13:52:00 GMT

Vision Research's third-generation Phantom Miro Digital High-Speed Cameras offer high-speed features in easy-to-use, compact design. The Miro M-Series cameras (M110, M310, and M120) are small, lightweight, self-contained and rugged. The affordable Phantom Miro M-Series cameras are ideal for any application that requires moderate frame rates at common resolutions.

pixelfly qe High Performance Digital 12bit CCD Camera System For Homeland Security OEM Configurations

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 20:14:00 GMT

The pixelfly high performance digital CCD camera system is designed for demanding scientific, industrial inspection, machine vision and OEM applications

Fiber Optic Bundles: 160 to 2500 nm

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 11:24:00 GMT

CeramOptec® ensures the highest quality and best transmission for fiber optic bundles, while working within the boundaries of your application.

48 Hour Optics

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 10:55:00 GMT

In PG&O's continuing effort to accommodate its customers, we offer numerous Glass & Thin Film Coated optical materials that can be either shipped from stock, or customized to your exact specifications and delivered within 48 hours.

CeramOptec Industries for high quality fibers

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 20:22:00 GMT

What makes CeramOptec stand out from other optical fiber manufacturers? It's not just our high quality fibers. Our proprietary manufacturing process. Or that you'll find our products performing in multiple applications across a broad range of industries. The CeramOptec difference is our ability to deliver effective fiber optic solutions to our customers - even if they have never used fibers before.

Ultra-Fast Photodetector And Terahertz Generator

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 08:04:00 GMT

Extremely thin, more stable than steel and widely applicable: the material graphene is full of interesting properties.

Many Bodies Make One Coherent Burst Of Light

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:01:00 GMT

In a flash, the world changed for Tim Noe - and for physicists who study what they call many-body problems.

JenLas� D2.mini 5/8W

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:30:37 GMT

green diode pumped thin-disk laser.

Airborne Detection Of Methane Leaks Using Hyperspectral Imaging

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 05:43:00 GMT

The worldwide natural gas transmission and distribution system is composed of millions of kilometers of pipelines and by thousands of transmission and compressor stations, valves, and distribution centers. With an ever-increasing regulatory pressure and increased cost of raw material, Oil and Gas pipelines companies and distributors are worried about gas leaks occurring in their aging infrastructures.

Yelo TO-Can Laser Diode Test System Reduces Test Time By 25%

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 06:15:00 GMT

Yelo has designed a burn in system to test the reliability of TO-Can laser diodes.

Research-Industry Synergy Strong At SPIE Photonics West 2012

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 09:13:00 GMT

SPIE Photonics West was back with more again this year: more technical papers, exhibiting companies, exhibit visitors, conference attendees, professional development courses, and even more networking.

MicroOLED Introduces Highest Pixel Density OLED Microdisplay

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:19:00 GMT

MicroOLED, a maker of highly power-efficient superior image quality microdisplays for near-to-eye applications, recently introduced a new 5.4 million pixel density 0.61 inch diagonal, low power consumption OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Display) microdisplay on silicon for applications demanding high picture quality, such as professional camera and camcorder equipment, night vision systems and head-mounted displays used in surgery.

Telops Strengthens Its Position In USA By Assigning South Central Imaging As Authorized Sales Representative

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 08:32:00 GMT

Telops, leader in the field of high performance infrared cameras and hyperspectral imaging systems for the Defense and Security, Environmental, Oil and Gas, and Industrial markets, is pleased to announce the signature of South Central Imaging Inc. as an authorized sales representative.

TeraView Secures $5.5M To Fund Growth In Key Markets

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 08:27:00 GMT

TeraView the pioneer and leader in Terahertz systems and solutions, is pleased to announce that it has secured $5.5M of investment from a consortium of US, Asian and EU based institutional and corporate investors.

Sol™ 1.7 900 - 1700nm NIR TE Cooled InGaAs Array Spectrometer Datasheet

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 08:10:00 GMT

The Sol™ 1.7 is a high performance linear InGaAs array spectrometer, featuring 256, 512 (standard), and 1024 pixels with TE Cooling down to -10�C, all while providing high throughput and large dynamic range.

Sol™ 2.2 900 - 2200nm NIR TE Cooled InGaAs Array Spectrometer Datasheet

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 08:03:00 GMT

The Sol™ 2.2 is a high performance linear InGaAs array spectrometer, featuring 512 (standard) and 1024 pixels with TE Cooling down to -15�C, all while providing high throughput and large dynamic range.

Quest™ X-RS232 High Performance Compact CCD Spectrometer Datasheet

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 07:27:00 GMT

The Quest™ X -RS232 is a linear CCD array spectrometer optimized for UV performance using a low straylight optical bench. It features a 2048 element detector, built-in 16-bit digitizer, enhanced RS232 interface with a >500 kHz readout speed and external trigger.

Cypher™ H High Performance Photodiode Array Spectrometer Datasheet

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 07:18:00 GMT

The Cypher™ H is a high performance linear photodiode array (PDA) spectrometer and is optimized for UV performance through the use of an aberration corrected concave holographic grating to minimize stray light.

Quest™ X Compact High Performance CCD Spectrometer Datasheet

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 07:10:00 GMT

The Quest™ X is a linear CCD array spectrometer optimized for UV performance using a low straylight optical bench. It features a 2048 element detector, built-in 16-bit digitizer, USB 2.0 interface with a >2.0 MHz readout speed, and external trigger.

Glacier™ X Compact High Performance TE Cooled CCD Spectrometer Datasheet

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 07:04:00 GMT

The Glacier™ X is a TE Cooled linear CCD array spectrometer. It features a 2048 element detector, built-in 16-bit digitizer, and USB 2.0 interface.

i-trometer™ High Performance Back-Thinned CCD Spectrometer Datasheet

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:59:00 GMT

The i-trometer™ features a linearly summed 2048 x 64 element back-thinned (BT) CCD detector, and is optimized for UV performance through the use of an aberration corrected concave holographic grating, to minimize stray light.

Prime™ X High Performance Back-Thinned CCD Spectrometer Datasheet

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:30:00 GMT

The Prime™ X features a high sensitivity -10�C TE Cooled linearly summed 512 x 58 element back-thinned (BT) CCD detector. The BT CCD offers superior quantum efficiency, signal-to-noise, and dynamic range, making it ideal for a variety of UV/ Vis/NIR applications.

Quest™ U High Performance Low Stray Light CCD Spectrometer Datasheet

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:06:00 GMT

The Quest™ U is a linear CCD array spectrometer optimized for UV performance using a low straylight optical bench. It features a 2048 element detector, built-in 16-bit digitizer, USB 2.0 interface with a >2.0 MHz readout speed, and external trigger.

Quest™ U-RS232 High Performance Low Stray Light CCD Spectrometer Datasheet

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 06:59:00 GMT

The Quest™ U-RS232 is a linear CCD array spectrometer optimized for UV performance using a low straylight optical bench. It features a 2048 element detector, built-in 16-bit digitizer, enhanced RS232 interface with a >500 kHz readout speed, and external trigger.

Camera Control/Slow Motion Video Replay Software: PFV

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 09:02:00 GMT

Photron, Inc., a global high speed imaging systems and image analysis software manufacturer announces the newly updated Photron Fastcam Viewer (PFV) Software, for advanced functionality in high speed camera control and slow motion video replay.

Spectral Imaging For Bioscience Applications: Band-Sequential Techniques

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 05:09:00 GMT

Spectral imaging (also referred to as multispectral or hyperspectral imaging) is a technique that has been in research and development in the biosciences for decades now, and is finally gaining some traction as the hardware and software have improved, real application needs are emerging and convenient multispectral reagents, including quantum dots and labeled primary antibodies, are becoming available.

OEM Spectrometers: AvaBench NIR Optical Benches

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 14:48:00 GMT

AvaSpec NIR spectrometer components can also be provided as separate products to be used in OEM applications. Avantes has developed different types of NIR optical benches, special for OEM customers. The optical bench AvaBench-50 is available in the 1000-1750nm range for uncooled detectors. The AvaBench-50TEC is developed for NIR range from 1000-2500nm.

SC620 R&D Infrared Camera System

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 08:27:00 GMT

The SC620 is an affordable infrared research camera with superior thermal and visual image quality, spot size resolution, and temperature measurement accuracy. An advanced feature set includes a built-in digital camera, voice annotation, laser target locator, visual illuminator, and much more.

Fiber Slide Cleaver

Thu, 10 Jan 2008 06:40:14 GMT

The "Fiber Slide Cleaver" is useful for cleaving single-fibers when joining by fusion or mechanical splices while outdoors or on-site.