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Scaling life science instruments from prototype to production requires resolving source-to-sensor trade-offs through custom optical integration that balances performance, cost, and long-term reliability.
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FEATURED SOLUTIONS
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NOVA™ Photonic Component Processing System
The NOVA™ Photonic Component Processing System delivers a highly flexible, precision-driven solution for advanced optical component manufacturing.
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905nm - 1550nm Avalanche Photodiodes
Avalanche Photodiodes (APDs) play a crucial role in applications that require extreme sensitivity, rapid response, and dependable performance under low-light conditions.
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NOVA Optical Polishing System
The NOVA™ optical polishing system from KrellTech provides industry-leading flexibility and precision for a wide range of photonic components.
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P-616.65S NanoCube® 6-Axis Piezo System
The P-616.65S NanoCube® is a compact, parallel-kinematic, 6-axis piezo system designed for ultra-precise nanopositioning and demanding applications like fiber alignment in photonics and integrated optics.
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Think Nano® Positioning | Microscopy | Solutions
Mad City Labs offers a complete product line of high precision piezo nanopositioners, micropositioners, single molecule microscopes, and atomic force microscopes (AFM).
FEATURED VIDEOS
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PIC & Waveguides: Processing Considerations
Achieving repeatable, high-precision pick and waveguide polishing requires advanced fixture design, micron-level motion control, and flexible systems that scale seamlessly from R&D to production.
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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.
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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