Optical Windows
Browse plane windows by material, or choose wedge, dome, Brewster and diffuser formats when the optical layout requires a different function. Start with wavelength and geometry, then compare the available surface grades, thicknesses and sizes within the chosen family.
Diffusers
K9 Plane Windows
UV Fused Silica (UVFS) Plane Windows
Sapphire Plane Windows
Barium Fluoride (BaF2) Plane Windows
Calcium Fluoride (CaF2) Plane Windows
Zinc Sulfide (ZnS) Plane Windows
Zinc Selenide (ZnSe) Plane Windows
Silicon (Si) Plane Windows
Germanium (Ge) Plane Windows
Wedge Windows
Dome Windows
Brewster Windows
Choosing Optical Windows
- Match material and any coating to the full operating band; a shared diameter does not make different substrates interchangeable.
- Choose plane, wedge, dome or Brewster geometry from the intended beam path and mounting arrangement.
- Specify clear aperture, surface requirements and environmental conditions; sealing, pressure or thermal performance must be reviewed for the complete installation.