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Blue Ridge Optics Introduces Ion Beam Sputtering Capabilities

It is with a level of enthusiasm generally reserved for Nobel Prize announcements and mint-condition comic books that Blue Ridge Optics unveils the newest addition to our technological arsenal: Ion Beam Sputtered (IBS) coatings. This development, not to overstate, but in the same way the telescope revolutionized astronomy, dramatically expands our coating capabilities beyond our already robust electron-beam evaporation (e-beam) platform. For those unfamiliar with IBS technology, please don’t be alarmed. That’s what this blog post is for. With the implementation of IBS, we now offer an expanded and exceptionally precise suite of high-performance optical solutions. These include (but are certainly not limited to): edge filters exhibiting spectral cutoffs so sharp they could metaphorically slice atoms, notch filters for surgically precise wavelength rejection, and thin-film

Blue Ridge Optics Introduces Ion Beam Sputtering Capabilities

It is with a level of enthusiasm generally reserved for Nobel Prize announcements and mint-condition comic books that Blue Ridge Optics unveils the newest addition to our technological arsenal: Ion Beam Sputtered (IBS) coatings. This development, not to overstate, but in the same way the telescope revolutionized astronomy, dramatically expands our coating capabilities beyond our already robust electron-beam evaporation (e-beam) platform. For those unfamiliar with IBS technology, please don’t be alarmed. That’s what this blog post is for. With the implementation of IBS, we now offer an expanded and exceptionally precise suite of high-performance optical solutions. These include (but are certainly not limited to): edge filters exhibiting spectral cutoffs so sharp they could metaphorically slice atoms, notch filters for surgically precise wavelength rejection, and thin-film

Dielectric or Metal: Which Mirror Coating is Better?

Firstly, if your application requires that certain wavelengths of light transmit through the optical surface, your choice is clearly a purely dielectric film. Metal coatings

How to Clean & Care for Your Sapphire Windows

Maintaining your sapphire windows is essential to preserving their optical clarity and ensuring they continue to perform at their best, whether they’re used in scientific

Blue Ridge Optics is now an official APOMA member!

Blue Ridge Optics Joins APOMA: Strengthening Our Commitment to the Precision Optics Industry Blue Ridge Optics is proud to announce that we have officially joined

Frontiers in Optics 2024 Science + Industry Showcase – Booth 308

Join Us at the Frontiers in Optics 2024 Science + Industry Showcase – Booth 308 We are excited to announce that Blue Ridge Optics will

The Guide to Beam Splitters for Optical Applications

Beam splitters are the unsung heroes of the optics world. These optical components divide incident light into two distinct beams: one reflected and one transmitted.

How To Choose The Right Thin Film Coating For Your Applications

When it comes to precision optics, where every wavelength matters and clarity is king, selecting the appropriate thin film coating is crucial. Whether you’re working

The Role of Anti-Reflective Coatings in Laser Optics

When it comes to laser technology, precision and efficiency are absolutely non-negotiable. From industrial cutting and welding to medical procedures and scientific research, lasers play

The science of thin film polarizers in laser systems

The Science of Thin Film Polarizers in Laser Systems

Understanding Thin Film Polarizers In an industry where precision and control are paramount, the science of thin film polarizers in laser systems plays a crucial

Breaking New Ground

MPF’s Remarkable Journey Culminates in an Expanded Manufacturing Facility On October 10, 2023, MPF celebrated a historic groundbreaking ceremony at their Gray Court, South Carolina

What Do Lasers See, And How Do They Do It?

Since their invention in 1960, lasers have transcended science fiction to become indispensable tools for numerous applications. In addition to their mesmerizing appearances in movies

Brushing Up On Super Polish

The Importance of Super Polish for Optical Components As powerful as lasers are – or perhaps because of how powerful they are – they require

Everything You Need To Know About Increasing Laser Damage Threshold

What Is Laser Damage Threshold? Laser Damage Threshold refers to the maximum level of laser energy that a material or thin film can endure without

Everything You Need To Know About IBS and Electron Beam IAD

Ion Beam Sputtering and Electron Beam Ion Assisted Deposition The Laser Damage Threshold is the highest level of laser energy that a material or thin

The Power of Lightning In A Flux Capacitor

In 1985 the term “flux capacitor” became a household name when the film Back to the Future catapulted to the top of the charts, and

Blue Ridge Optics Has Been Acquired by MPF Products, Inc.

Blue Ridge Optics, a precision optical component manufacturer, is pleased to announce that they have been acquired by MPF Products, Inc. – a manufacturing company