Optical Materials
BlackDiamond™ Infrared Chalcogenide Glass
Infrared Optical Materials
A US Manufacturer of Infrared Glass Materials.
BlackDiamond Chalcogenide Glass
With over ten years of experience in Chalcogenide Glass production, LightPath produces a variety of different Chalcogenide glasses in its Orlando, Florida facility.
All of LightPath’s Black Diamond Chalcogenide glasses are produced in boules of 120mm diameter, and can be further expanded using our proprietary molding technology, to larger diameters, as needed. Our BlackDiamond materials are designed specifically to have the same refractive index whether diamond turned into lenses, conventionally polished, or molded into final form using our precision glass molding technology.
High Reliability and Reputability
Lightpath Technologies is committed to the reliability and repeatability of our manufactured materials, a commitment underscored by our partnership with the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). In a rigorous effort to qualify the manufacturing readiness of our optical materials, we have produced and tested hundreds of samples of each material type. This extensive testing regimen has proven our capability to consistently deliver high-quality materials, leading to DLA’s approval and our achievement of a level 9 Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL). This distinction emphasizes our ability to meet exacting standards and ensures that our products are trusted for even the most critical applications in defense and beyond.
Tight Quality Control
At Lightpath Technologies, our dedication to quality control in the manufacturing process is exemplified by our established production capabilities and extensive experience. Annually, we produce 10 tons of glass, a testament to over a decade of refinement and expertise in optical material manufacturing. A key indicator of our stringent quality standards is the homogeneous refractive index across a slice of glass, consistently maintained better than 0.0003. This precision ensures that each piece of glass produced not only meets but exceeds the rigorous performance expectations required in advanced optical applications, showcasing our commitment to reliability and excellence in every product.
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