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FEATURED SOLUTIONS
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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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Portable Laser Power Meter: PRONTO-250-EZ-Y
The PRONTO-250-EZ is a compact, handheld laser power and energy meter designed for demanding environments, combining performance, flexibility, and user-friendly operation in a rugged, easy-to-clean package.
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Beamsplitters With 1000:1 Extinction Ratio
The 1000:1 extinction ratio polarizing cube is a very high-performance beamsplitter designed to precisely split up the S & P polarization of light operating in a wide variety of wavelengths.
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Illumination Solutions: Next-Gen High-Throughput High Resolution Imaging
For decades, Melles Griot® Optical Systems have been at the forefront of illumination technology, partnering with researchers and instrument manufacturers to advance the study of biological samples.
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Optical Filters: Filters Tailored To Your Project
Optical filters enhance system precision by selectively transmitting or blocking wavelengths, supporting machine vision, spectroscopy, fluorescence microscopy, and medical imaging with customizable solutions.
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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Ultra-Compact Laser Power Meter For High Power Industrial Lasers In Confined Spaces: Ophir® Ariel
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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