Technical Articles

  1. High-Performance Photonics For Space And Astronomy 6/11/2025

    Opto Diode's UVG photodiodes and OD-800 LEDs deliver high stability, radiation resistance, and precision for demanding space and astronomy missions in extreme environments.

  2. Double-Sided Polishing Revolutionizes Optical Manufacturing 6/10/2025

    Double-sided polishing revolutionizes optical manufacturing by dramatically improving efficiency, precision, and throughput for high-performance components, reducing costs and lead times across demanding industries.

  3. High-Performance Photodetectors For Advanced Microscopy 5/28/2025

    Opto Diode’s AXUV photodetectors offer fast, low-noise electron and X-ray detection for microscopy and surface science, with customizable, compact, vacuum-compatible designs.

  4. Limitations Of Spectral Measurements 5/23/2025

    Standard spectrometers struggle with steep edges and high OD. IDEX’s Peregrine and KolaDeep™ systems offer superior spectral resolution and sensitivity for precise optical filter measurement.

  5. Are You Making These 3 Optical Filter Mistakes? 5/23/2025

    Proper optical filter selection is essential for precision imaging. Avoid common mistakes with AOI, transition width, wavefront error, and surface defects to ensure optimal performance.

  6. We're An Optical Engineer's Best Friend 5/23/2025

    IDEX Health & Science delivers high-volume, high-performance Semrock filters with expert support, fast customization, and rugged reliability for optical instruments, Raman sensing, and harsh environments.

  7. Key Factors That Determine Laser Damage Threshold 5/23/2025

    Laser damage to optical filters depends on material and beam properties. Semrock filters offer high thresholds, with online tools available to estimate laser damage risk.

  8. Custom vs Catalog Semrock Optical Filter Options 5/23/2025

    IDEX Health & Science streamlines fluorescence filter selection with expert support, simulation tools like SearchLight™, and flexible catalog, custom, or hybrid Semrock® optical filter options.

  9. Custom Microscope Objective Case Study 5/23/2025

    Melles Griot custom objectives deliver superior imaging, color correction, and system repeatability—tailored for demanding applications where standard microscope optics fall short.

  10. Furnace Monitoring 5/12/2025

    Sensors Unlimited’s calibrated InGaAs SWIR cameras enable continuous monitoring of industrial furnaces, enhancing safety and efficiency by detecting slag buildup and high-temperature anomalies.