Infrared Mirror
Infrared Mirrors are precision reflective optical components used to control, redirect, focus or separate optical paths in laser, imaging and industrial optical systems. Chenyu Optics manufactures Infrared Mirror components in BK7 optical glass, fused silica, silicon, germanium and other optical materials, with aluminum, silver, gold, dielectric and custom optical coatings.
Infrared Mirror Overview
Infrared Mirrors are precision reflective optical components used for controlling, redirecting, focusing or separating optical paths in a wide range of optical systems.
They are designed for high reflectivity and low scattering, with a precision reflective surface and stable coating performance. Custom wavelength ranges can be selected according to the coating design and application requirement.
Chenyu Optics supports custom Infrared Mirror manufacturing according to customer drawings, including custom substrate, dimensions, tolerance and coating wavelength design for prototype and volume production.
Key Advantages of Infrared Mirror
Laser, Imaging & Industrial Systems
Infrared Mirror is used across laser systems, imaging systems, machine vision, optical instruments, scientific research and infrared systems, according to substrate and coating selection.
Typical Specifications of Infrared Mirror
| Material Options | BK7 Optical Glass, Fused Silica, Silicon, Germanium (for IR applications), Optical Glass, Custom Substrate |
|---|---|
| Optical Function | Controlling, redirecting, focusing or separating optical paths |
| Coating Options | Aluminum, Silver, Gold, Dielectric, Custom Optical Coating |
| Optical Characteristics | High reflectivity, low scattering, precision reflective surface, stable coating performance, custom wavelength range available |
| Diameter | Custom |
| Thickness | Custom |
| Surface Quality | 60-40 to 10-5, depending on requirement |
| Flatness | λ/4 to λ/20, depending on requirement |
| Clear Aperture | Available |
| Angle of Incidence (AOI) | Custom |
Infrared Mirror Structure
Why Choose Chenyu Optics for Infrared Mirror
Chenyu Optics focuses on drawing-based precision mirror manufacturing for laser, imaging and industrial optical systems. We support prototype verification, small-batch production and repeat manufacturing for non-standard Infrared Mirror designs.
Manufacturing Capability for Infrared Mirror
Precision Polishing
Controlled polishing for surface quality and flatness, supporting a precise reflective surface across custom diameters and shapes.
Optical Coating
Aluminum, silver, gold, dielectric and custom optical coatings for high reflectivity across custom wavelength ranges.
Inspection & Packaging
Dimensional inspection, surface and coating performance checking, and clean protective packaging before shipment.
Custom Manufacturing Options for Infrared Mirror
Dimensions & Geometry
Custom diameter and custom shape can be manufactured according to customer drawings, with substrate selected to suit the application.
Surface & Mechanical Quality
Surface quality from 60-40 to 10-5 and flatness from λ/4 to λ/20 can be selected according to optical performance requirements.
Coating & Wavelength Design
Aluminum, silver, gold, dielectric and custom optical coatings can be specified for a custom wavelength range according to the customer's requirement.
Infrared Mirror Material Comparison
| BK7 Optical Glass | Fused Silica | Silicon | Germanium | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Notes | Standard optical glass substrate, good workability | High-purity substrate, suitable for demanding optical applications | Substrate option for infrared applications | Substrate option for infrared applications |
| Typical Use | General laser, imaging and industrial mirror applications | Precision optical systems and instruments | Infrared systems, according to material and coating | Infrared systems, according to material and coating |
| Selection Note | Preferred for general-purpose visible and industrial applications | Preferred where high optical quality is required | Preferred for infrared-range applications | Preferred for infrared-range applications |
Applications of Infrared Mirror
Laser Systems
Reflective optics for beam control and beam path management in laser systems.
Imaging Systems
Precision mirrors for redirecting and controlling optical paths in imaging assemblies.
Machine Vision
Stable reflective elements for machine vision and inspection systems.
Optical Instruments
Reflective components for a range of precision optical instruments.
Scientific Research
Custom mirrors for laboratory and research optical setups.
Infrared Systems
Silicon and germanium substrate mirrors for infrared systems, according to material and coating.
Infrared Mirror FAQ
What is an Infrared Mirror used for?
An Infrared Mirror is a precision reflective optical component used for controlling, redirecting, focusing or separating optical paths in laser, imaging and industrial optical systems.
What materials are available for Infrared Mirror?
Infrared Mirror can be manufactured from BK7 optical glass, fused silica, silicon, germanium (for IR applications) and other optical glass, or a custom substrate.
What coating options are available?
Aluminum, silver, gold, dielectric and custom optical coatings are available, selected according to the required wavelength range and application.
Can Infrared Mirror be used for infrared applications?
Yes. Silicon and germanium substrates can be selected for infrared applications, according to material and coating requirements.
Can Infrared Mirror be manufactured to custom sizes?
Yes. Custom diameter and shape are available, with surface quality from 60-40 to 10-5 and flatness from λ/4 to λ/20 depending on requirement.
What information should I provide for a quotation?
Please provide substrate material, diameter and thickness, coating requirement, surface quality, flatness, clear aperture, angle of incidence (AOI), quantity and drawing if available.
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Need Custom Infrared Mirrors?
Send us your drawing, substrate, diameter, thickness, coating requirements, surface quality, flatness and quantity. Chenyu Optics will review the optical and mechanical specifications and provide a suitable Infrared Mirror manufacturing suggestion.