Materion Balzers Optics seamlessly integrates ultra-high-resolution patterning with advanced coating technologies. Our unique advantage lies in delivering a comprehensive suite of submicron patterning solutions, enabling the creation of optical components with features and tolerances at the cutting edge – meeting the needs of next-generation photonics, sensing, and imaging applications.
Our holistic approach combines sub-micron patterning, filter coatings, and assembly under one roof, ensuring optimal compatibility and performance. Our state-of-the-art processes eliminate patterning artifacts. Plus, our engineers specialize in the design and fabrication of optical subgroups at the sub-micron scale, maximizing the benefits of our advanced optical components.
Dimensions
Substrate Size
up to 8” substrates
Minimal feature size
500 nm
Feature accuracy
+/- 100 nm
Overlay accuracy
+/- 300 nm
Defects
ISO 10110-7
5/3x0.004
Patterns
≤ 1 um pin dots
Typical Materials
Absorptive patterns
Black Chrome, black laquer
Reflective patterns
Chrome, Titanium, Aluminium, Silver
Mirror patterns
Silflex, Alflex