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Common Misconceptions with Scratch Dig, Flatness and Homogeneity

Posted by Steve Rowe on May 21, 2025

A practical overview of common questions in optics manufacturing, emphasizing the gap between what customers often specify and what they actually need. Highlighting how scratch/dig, flatness and homogeneity specifications can significantly increase cost and complexity without necessarily improving performance.

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Laser grade vs. commercial grade optics

Posted by Mike Vergo on Oct 29, 2024

Learn about the key distinctions between laser-grade optics versus commercial-grade optics their applications and manufacturing. Both phrases are often but carry some misconceptions. In this blog, we jot it all out to make it easy to absorb.

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7 Tips for Pressure Window Design

Posted by Mike Vergo on Jun 28, 2023

Seven tips and tricks when designing a pressure windows from our Sales Representative Mike Vergo.

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Optical Coatings and Cost

Posted by Mike Vergo on Dec 02, 2020

This article will guide you through the complexities and cost associated optical coatings giving you insight into how to save time and money on your next coated optic.

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Optical Design for Manufacturability

Posted by Mike Vergo on Jul 14, 2020

Learn more about how precision optics are manufactured and what specifications greatly impact the cost. Our sales representative Mike Vergo gives some key insights what to expect before going into manufacturing.