Tower Optical’s Contribution to Military, Defense, and Security Industries

By: Yoany Rodriguez PhD.

Tower Optical Corporation stands as a leader in precision optics fabrication, boasting military ratings and international quality accreditation. With a legacy spanning four decades, we offer superior quality, timely delivery, and unparalleled accuracy in all optical products.

ITAR Compliance and Continuous Improvement

We’re proud to announce the renewal of our ITAR control registration with the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC). Looking ahead, Tower Optical is developing new applications to enhance our fabrication and quality control capabilities, further solidifying our commitment to excellence in the defense sector.

Cutting-Edge Fabrication Capabilities for ITAR Projects

Our recent investments in technology include:

1. New double polishing machines achieving flatness and TWE over Lambda/20 up to 101.6 mm OD.
2. Expanded spindle polishing capabilities for small plano optics up to 25.4 mm OD, with capacity to polish up to 500 pieces simultaneously.
3. Two additional CP polishing machines using pitch as a polishing agent, capable of fabricating various plano elements up to 14 inches OD, including:
   • Windows
   • Filters
   • Waveplates
   • Mirrors
   • Wafers
   • Wedges

Comprehensive Optical Solutions: Stock and Custom-Built

Tower Optical offers a wide range of products to meet diverse industrial needs:

• Optical flats
• Laser windows
• Beamsplitters
• Optical mirrors
• Beam expanders
• Prisms

Our full-service solutions cater to even the most challenging industrial applications. If our standard stock doesn’t meet your specific requirements, we excel in producing custom-made optical products tailored to your unique specifications.

Versatile Optical Solutions for Government and Military Industries

Tower Optical has established itself as one of the most versatile optical shops serving government and military industries. Our new capabilities allow us to process a wide range of optical materials, covering the entire spectrum from deep UV to IR. This versatility positions us as a comprehensive solution provider for diverse optical needs.

Material Expertise Across the Spectrum

UV Materials:

• Fused Silica
• Crystal Quartz
• Calcium Fluoride
• Magnesium Fluoride

Visible Spectrum Materials:

• RoHS Compliant Optical Glasses
• Glass-Ceramic
• Lead-Free Glasses
• Borosilicate Glasses
• Aluminosilicate Glasses

IR Materials:

• Fused Silica
• Crystal Quartz
• Germanium
• Silicon
• Sapphire
• Zinc Selenide

Our expertise in handling these diverse materials enables us to meet the exacting standards required for government and military applications across various wavelengths and operational environments.

Custom Orders Made Easy

To order custom optical products:

1. Send your drawings and specifications to our industry experts at Sales@TowerOptical.com
2. We’ll promptly deliver your made-to-order products
3. Contact us for a quotation to get started on your custom project

At Tower Optical, we’re committed to meeting the exacting standards of the military, defense, and security industries. Let us bring our expertise and advanced capabilities to your next project.

“Quality is not expensive, it is Priceless”

Yoany Rodriguez

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