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FEATURED SOLUTIONS
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RM21™ Advanced Microscope
The RM21™ Advanced Microscope is our most versatile inverted optical microscope capable of supporting super resolution microscopy, multi-spectral CoSMoS, and a variety of light microscopy methods.
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High-Performance Detectors For Infared Sensing Systems
Explore a comprehensive portfolio of high-performance PbS and PbSe infrared detectors engineered for sensing systems that require exceptional accuracy, stability, and long-term reliability.
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High-Gain, Low-Noise Detection For Demanding Applications: APD Series
The new Avalanche Photodiode (APD) Series delivers high gain, low noise, and fast response across the visible to shortwave infrared spectrum.
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Pyroelectric Thermal Detectors
Our discrete pyroelectric detectors offer room-temperature, broadband, high-sensitivity, fast-response measurements, ideal for pulsed lasers and compact, low-cost thermal detection across 0.1–3000 µm.
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THz Detector: THZ12D-3S-VP-D0
THZ-D terahertz detectors provide broadband, room-temperature measurements from 0.1–30 THz, with flat spectral response, large apertures, high power handling, and calibration at 10.6 µm.
FEATURED VIDEOS
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Turnkey Fluorescent Microscope Demonstration
Explore a turnkey fluorescent microscope, demonstrating integrated optical subsystems that deliver diffraction-limited imaging and scalable, reconfigurable solutions for diverse microscopy applications.
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5-Axis Wafer Stage, Air Bearing Motion System
PI's high-performance 5-axis nanopositioning air bearing system offers precision motion control in semiconductor wafer processing, ideal for front-end/back-end processes, utilizing advanced motion controllers.
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Growing And Packaging Crystal Optics
Toby Reid of G&H explores the benefits of vertical integration in growing and packaging crystal optics.
FEATURED WEBINARS
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Mx™ 9.2 Highlights: Get The Most Out Of Your Metrology Software
Discover the latest advancements in measurement technology with Zygo experts. Explore Version 9.2 of Zygo Mx™ Software and delve into automated metrology, advanced analysis, and quality enhancements.
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Ophir offers the new Ophir® Ariel, a self-contained, ultra-compact laser power meter for measuring high-power industrial lasers up to 8KW. Read more.
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