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Optics for the Aerospace Industry

Posted by Steve Rowe on Jan 19, 2023

Space: the final frontier. The search for quality and affordable precision optics manufacturer to help customers boldly go...into space.

SPIE Photonics West 2023

Posted by Steve Rowe on Jan 06, 2023

The world of photonics and optics converges in San Francisco January 28-Feb 2 at SPIE Photonics West. Visit the Esco Optics team at Booth #4124, Hall F as we look forward to a productive new year.

Metrology in Precision Optics

Posted by Steve Rowe on Sep 12, 2022

Metrology is the scientific study of measurement through collected data on the form and characterization of an object.

Coverslip and microscope slide materials

Posted by Steve Rowe on Jun 21, 2022

Have you ever wondered about the difference between low cost vs. quality microscopes slides? This post will help you understand the differences between borosilicate glass, quartz and fused silica.

Optics for Additive Manufacturing

Posted by Steve Rowe on May 05, 2022

Traditional manufacturing is a subtractive process where you start with an oversized material and work it down to its final shape. In additive manufacturing the material is deposited, joined, or solidified layer by layer under computer control to create a three-dimensional object. Find out more about the technology and the optics that go into it.

Quality Optics from a Trusted Supplier

American Owned & Operated

Esco Optics is a leading manufacturer of custom and catalog optics, precision optical components, and ITAR optics in the United States.

Military & Defense Supplier

As the leader for military and defense optics in the United States, Esco Optics adheres to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

ITAR Registered & Compliant

ITAR registered and compliant, Esco manufactures ITAR optics for all of its customers with the strictest confidentiality.