Key Takeaways
- Avantier has extensive capabilities in manufacturing large optical components, including high-precision parabolic mirrors and durable beam-steering optics with custom coatings.
- Multiple case studies showcase our expertise in meeting demanding specifications for accuracy, stability, and laser damage thresholds in applications like calibration systems and high-power lasers.
- Avantier provides tailored solutions for aerospace, metrology, and photonics.
Explore how our expertise in custom large optics helps solve complex engineering challenges across industries. From precision parabolic mirrors to laser-grade beam-steering optics, we manufacture high-performance components tailored to demanding applications.
Case Study A: Large Parabolic Mirror for Calibration Systems
Application: Laboratory Optical Calibration System
Component Type: Large-Aperture Parabolic Mirror
Size: 508 mm Diameter
Surface Accuracy: Peak-to-Valley < 1/8 Wave
A leading research institution approached us with a custom request for a large optical component—a high-precision parabolic mirror measuring 508 mm in diameter. The optical system required ultra-precise surface accuracy and exceptional structural stability for use in a laboratory calibration environment.
Manufacturing such a large mirror involved advanced polishing techniques, custom edge processing, and specialized metrology equipment. Our team used large-format fabrication systems and designed custom fixtures to maintain tight tolerances throughout production.
The result was a flawless, high-performance large optical mirror that met all specifications for accuracy, stability, and surface quality. It performed exactly as desired, demonstrating our capabilities in large-scale optical fabrication.
Case Study B: Beam-Steering Mirror with High-Damage-Threshold Coating
Application: High-Power Laser Steering System
Component Type: Beam-Steering Mirror
Size: 470 mm (L) × 340 mm (W) × 70 mm (T)
Coating Specs:
- Reflectivity > 98.5% at 750–850 nm (45° AOI)
- Laser Damage Threshold > 0.3 J/cm² @ 45 fs, 100 Hz
This project involved one of the most challenging large optical components in our portfolio—a beam-steering mirror for a high-repetition-rate laser system. The component required not only precise optical flatness but also an extremely durable, high-damage-threshold optical coating.
We engineered a custom solution using our in-house large-format coating chambers that are capable of handling optics at this scale. To ensure optimal performance, we developed custom holding fixtures that preserved coating uniformity and minimized stress.
Our extensive experience in laser-grade coatings and advanced thin-film deposition enabled us to produce a mirror that provided outstanding reflectivity and durability in a demanding laser environment.
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From research-grade parabolic mirrors to rugged laser optics, we specialize in fabricating and coating large optical components for aerospace, metrology, and photonics applications.
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