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As the optical and semiconductor industries continue to push toward larger, more demanding components, the need for ultra-precise, high-throughput polishing technology has never been greater. Tower Optical is proud to launch the TOC16-P, a powerful, four-motor double-side polisher engineered to deliver unmatched accuracy, consistency, and production efficiency.
Built for versatility and precision, the TOC16-P is designed to polish all optical materials, including silicon and sapphire, with process customization available per customer request. For companies seeking to elevate capability, reduce lead times, and produce world-class optical components, the TOC16-P offers a transformative solution.
Engineered for Large Optics and High-End Surface Requirements
Featuring a 321 mm carrier diameter, the TOC16-P supports polishing of optics up to 260 mm in diameter—making it ideal for manufacturers producing large, advanced components for:
Semiconductor lithography
Aerospace and defense systems
High-power laser assemblies
Infrared and visible imaging
Research instrumentation
The TOC16-P achieves exceptionally high surface finishes, offering:
Surface Quality: As fine as 20-10
Flatness: Up to λ/15, depending on optic size and clear aperture
This precision enables companies to meet and exceed challenging specifications for modern optical assemblies.
Custom-Designed for Productivity, Repeatability & Quality
Unlike standard polishers, the TOC16-P is a Tower Optical custom design, created to improve:
Lead times through higher throughput
Surface quality with stable, controlled double-sided material removal
Process consistency for tight-tolerance applications
Its four-motor architecture delivers uniform pressure and motion control, reducing polishing time while improving part-to-part repeatability—key advantages for companies scaling production or introducing larger component lines.
Expand Your Product Portfolio With TOC16-P Precision
The TOC16-P is not just a machine—it’s a capability upgrade. With this system, manufacturers can reliably produce a wide range of high-performance optical products, including:
Waveplates
Achieve uniform retardance, low scatter, and superior parallelism for applications in laser systems, metrology, and photonics research.
Mirrors
Produce highly flat, low-roughness mirrors for precision instrumentation and high-power optical systems.
Optical Filters
Ensure tight thickness control and exceptional surface quality for filters used in imaging, spectroscopy, sensing, and telecom.
Silicon & Sapphire Wafers
Deliver stable, repeatable double-side polishing for semiconductor, IR, and high-temperature applications.
Beamsplitter Plates
Manufacture components with outstanding flatness and surface quality, ideal for interferometry and high-precision measurement systems.
Large Optical Windows
Produce large-format windows with optical-grade flatness and clarity for aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial applications.
With the TOC16-P, manufacturers can meet the growing demand for high-quality, large-format optics while differentiating themselves with superior performance.
Why Major Silicon and Optical Manufacturers Choose Tower Optical
Decades of optical manufacturing expertise
Custom engineering support for unique processes and materials
High-precision, production-ready equipment
Proven results across multiple optical industries
The TOC16-P embodies Tower Optical’s commitment to precision, innovation, and customer-focused design.
Unlock Your Next Level of Manufacturing Capability
Whether you need to increase production capacity or enter new markets requiring larger and more precise optical components, the TOC16-P provides the performance and flexibility to get you there.
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