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Enhancing Your Optical Solutions with Crystran's High-Quality, Customizable Optics

6th Aug 2024

At Crystran, we specialize in manufacturing and selling optics made from crystalline materials, offering products that meet the highest standards of quality and precision. Accredited with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, we ensure that our operations and products consistently adhere to rigorous industry standards.

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Our team comprises experienced and knowledgeable professionals who guide customers from the initial inquiry through to the specification and manufacturing of customized optical products. We excel in creating bespoke optics tailored to your specific needs, utilizing materials that cover the full spectrum from UV to visible and IR applications.




Advanced Manufacturing Capabilities

Crystran is equipped with state-of-the-art machinery, including:

  • CNC milling machines: Perfect for crafting complex optics and processing customer CAD files.
  • CNC-controlled double-sided polishing machines: Ideal for volume production and achieving precision surfaces.
  • Traditional techniques: Employed for high-precision flat work.
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Our comprehensive manufacturing capabilities enable us to handle diverse and complex optical projects, ensuring the highest levels of precision and quality.





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Extensive Optical Coating Options

Through collaboration with our trusted coating partners, we offer a broad range of optical coatings, including:

  • Broad band and narrow band anti-reflective coatings
  • CO2 laser coatings
  • DLC coatings
  • Protective coatings
  • Parylene coatings

These coatings enhance the performance and durability of our optics, making them suitable for a variety of applications.


In-House Metrology for Quality Assurance

At Crystran we pride ourselves on exceedingly high-quality standards. We leverage advanced in-house metrology to guarantee conformance to specifications including:

  • Low coherence interferometers: For testing flatness in high refractive index materials and parallel parts.
  • CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine): For precise dimensional measurements.
  • Non-contact angle measurements: Ensuring accurate angular assessments.
  • Surface roughness testing: To achieve optimal surface quality.
  • Objective scratch dig assessment: Using Optilux SD for consistent quality control.

 

Trusted Across Diverse Industries

Crystran's optics are trusted by many sectors, including academic research, aerospace, military, deep-sea applications, and biomedical fields. Our commitment to quality and precision has made us a preferred partner in these demanding industries.

Dedicated Sales Team

Our dedicated sales team is committed to understanding your optical and budgetary requirements. By contacting Crystran, you will be paired with a dedicated team member who will prioritize your needs, ensuring smooth communication and an efficient supply chain.


Take the first step towards superior optical solutions by contacting us at sales@crystran.co.uk. We look forward to forming a strong and lasting partnership with you.

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