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Custom Optics & Thin-Film Coatings

Virgo HTE provides optical engineering, technical consulting and component supply for scientific and industrial applications. Manufacturing is carried out through our production partner, with feasibility and specifications agreed for each project.

Reference characteristics

Optical performance & durability

Reflectivity, thermal stability and coating resistance for demanding optical applications.

Reflectivity
R = 99.5%
Thermal stability
From cryogenic temperatures to +400 °C
Coating hardness & resistance
Hard, resistant coating
Substrate material
Zerodur

These reference characteristics relate to specific components, not to every product. Operating conditions, reflectivity measurement conditions and acceptance criteria are agreed for each project.

Expertise

Specialized know-how for demanding optical systems

From feasibility analysis to custom engineering solutions, Virgo HTE supports companies and technical teams working with advanced optical and optoelectronic technologies.

Industrial Optics

Consulting and engineering support for optical components, systems integration and industrial applications requiring precision and reliability.

Optoelectronic Systems

Design and development support for systems combining optical, electronic and imaging technologies in complex technical environments.

Laser Applications

Technical expertise for laser devices, optical paths, system evaluation and application-specific engineering challenges.

VIS / IR Imaging

Support for visible and infrared imaging, surveillance systems, optical sensing and advanced vision-related applications.

Optical Thin Films

Experience with optical coatings focused on reflectivity, coating hardness and thermal stability for demanding optical systems.

Technical Consulting

Feasibility studies, component selection, project troubleshooting and tailored advisory services for specialized high-tech projects.

From optical requirements to component supply

Virgo HTE combines technical consulting, engineering support and optical component supply. Each project is assessed against its requirements and the current capabilities of our production partner.

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Feasibility and concept evaluation Review of technical requirements, feasibility, risks and possible solutions before detailed design or a supply quotation.
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Custom engineering support Project-specific support for optical design, thin-film coatings, component selection and system development, with agreed deliverables.
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Optical component supply Supply through our production partner, subject to feasibility review, agreed specifications and acceptance criteria.
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Problem solving and optimization Support for troubleshooting, performance evaluation, component revisions and subsequent project requirements.

Discuss your optical requirements

Tell us the application, wavelength range, approximate dimensions, required performance and quantity. Start with non-confidential information; detailed specifications can be exchanged after the initial discussion.

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