Straight edges are precision machined and polished structures used as a physical or optical reference surface. ZYGO manufactures extreme precision straight edges from low CTE (coefficient of thermal expansion) materials, achieving tolerances up to 1,000 times better than a machinist’s straight edge. Fabrication, coating, and metrology are all performed by ZYGO.
Custom Shapes and Sizes
- Rectangular, square, L-shaped or other complex shapes
- Lengths from 6” to 40” [150 mm to 1 meter]
Extreme Precision
- Flatness less than 1 μin [25 nm]
- Parallelism or perpendicularity to less than 2 arc seconds [.0005 degree]
Optical Coatings Available
- For an optical reference, request a reflective coating based on your laser wavelength
- ZYGO’s in-house coating team can help you choose the right coating based on reflectance, environmental conditions, and durability requirements
Thermally Stable Material Selection
- Low CTE material choices available such as Zerodur®, ClearCeram-Z® or ULE®
- ZYGO can help you decide based on performance, cost, and lead time
ZYGO Quality
- ZYGO’s industry-leading metrology systems certify all specifications
- Recertification and refurbishment services are available
Contact us on 01582 764334 to speak with one of our Product Specialists.
Lambda Photometrics is the leading UK Distributor of Characterisation, Measurement and Analysis solutions with particular expertise in Instrumentation, Laser & Light based products, Optics, Electro-optic Testing, Spectroscopy, Machine Vision, Optical Metrology, Fibre Optics, Microscopy and Anti-vibration tables & custom solutions