Optical Components, Coatings & Materials Features

  1. Subsurface Damage 10/29/2024

    Optics inevitably have subsurface damage, affecting performance. Proper grinding and polishing can reduce this damage, but not eliminate it, impacting laser efficiency and system reliability.

  2. Understanding And Specifying LIDT Of Laser Components 10/29/2024

    Laser-induced damage threshold (LIDT) is the maximum fluence or intensity an optic can withstand before damage. LIDT is crucial for high-power laser systems to prevent component failure.

  3. Fluorescent Protein Optical Imaging Considerations 10/22/2024

    Fluorescent proteins enhance microscopy but require careful selection of optical components, filters, and environmental conditions to minimize phototoxicity and improve imaging quality.

  4. Empowering Multiplex Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) 10/22/2024

    Semrock offers comprehensive support for developing multiplex PCR systems, providing optical filters, and rapid prototyping to ensure optimal performance and consistent quality in production.

  5. Using Optical Filters To Optimize Illumination In Fluorescence And Raman Systems 10/22/2024

    Semrock offers fluorescence filters for various light sources. They help optimize excitation and reduce background noise in fluorescence spectroscopy, photometry, and microscopy.

  6. Why Custom Filters DON'T Have To Be Costly Filters 10/22/2024

    Discover Semrock optical filters and how they can reduce costs, maintain quality, and meet your filter BOM requirements.

  7. Laser Resonator Modes 10/7/2024

    Laser resonators determine beam shape. They use mirrors to amplify light in a gain medium. Common types include plane parallel, concentric, confocal, and ring resonators.

  8. An Introduction To Optical Coatings 10/7/2024

    Optical coatings are thin films applied to optical components to enhance their performance. Various manufacturing methods exist, each with its own advantages and disadvantages.

  9. Choosing Between Active and Passive Methods for Enhanced Efficiency 10/1/2024

    Passive alignment limits scalability, while active alignment offers superior precision and flexibility. Advanced systems now enable rapid, automated alignment for high-yield, cost-effective production.

  10. Technical Capabilities For Vacuum Windows 9/26/2024

    Vacuum windows enable light transmission in vacuum environments. Advanced manufacturing, materials expertise, and quality control ensure their performance and longevity.