🟦 Optical Prisms

Precision Optical Prisms for Beam Steering, Splitting, and Imaging Systems

 

 

 

Optical prisms are essential in redirecting, reflecting, dispersing, and manipulating light in a wide range of photonic systems. At Yighen Ultra Precision, we specialize in the manufacturing of custom optical prisms with exceptional surface flatness, tight angular tolerances, and precision alignment for high-performance optical assemblies.

Whether you need right-angle prisms for beam reflection, dispersive prisms for spectral separation, or custom-shaped glass prisms for imaging systems, our team can deliver both prototypes and high-volume orders—crafted to the most demanding specifications.

 

 

🔹 Types of Prisms We Manufacture

  • Right-Angle Prism

  • Equilateral Dispersive Prism

  • Penta Prism

  • Rhomboid Prism

  • Roof Prism (Amici)

  • Dove Prism

  • Wedge Prism

  • Beam-splitting Cube Prism

  • Porro Prism

  • Custom Optical Prisms (irregular shapes or multi-surface)

 

 

🔹 Precision Capabilities

Parameter Typical Range
Material N-BK7, Fused Silica, CaF₂, SF11, BAF10, Optical plastics
Size 1 mm – 120 mm
Surface flatness λ/10 @ 632.8nm
Angular tolerance < 3 arcsec (custom: 1 arcsec)
Surface roughness Ra < 2 nm
Coatings AR, beamsplitter, dielectric mirror, metallic (Al, Ag, Au)
Prism bonding Optical contact or epoxy bonding in cleanroom environment

 

 

🔹 Common Applications of Optical Prisms

Application Area Use Case
🔬 Life Sciences & Medical Beam alignment in microscopes, optical biopsy
📷 Imaging Systems Path folding in camera modules, image rotation
🛰️ Aerospace & Defense Laser guidance, night vision optics
⚙️ Industrial Automation Beam steering in laser cutters, 3D scanners
🔬 Metrology & Research Polarization separation, spectroscopy, interferometry

Case Highlight: Yighen supplied a batch of λ/10 penta prisms with AR coating for a spaceborne LIDAR system—each prism aligned within 2 arcsec and qualified under thermal vacuum cycling.

 

 

🔹 Manufacturing Excellence at Yighen

With advanced equipment and decades of optical expertise, Yighen guarantees optical prism fabrication that meets tight tolerance requirements.

🏭 Equipment & Process Highlights:

  • Double-sided polishing for ultra-flat surfaces

  • CNC-controlled grinding & beveling for precision edges

  • Cleanroom optical bonding

  • Interferometric & goniometric inspection

  • Customized jigs and fixtures for high-precision angle holding

We fabricate prisms using optical glass, IR materials, and select polymers—tailored to your wavelength range and environmental constraints.

 

 

🔹 Why Choose Yighen for Custom Optical Prisms?

✅ Low-batch prototyping or mass production
✅ Tight-angle prism tolerances (≤1 arcsec)
✅ High-uniformity polishing across batches
✅ Support for multi-prism assemblies
✅ In-house coating for custom optical performance
✅ Global delivery and engineering support

 

 

🧠 Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do you offer beam-splitting cube prisms with specific T/R ratios?
A: Yes, we can provide cube prisms with custom transmission/reflection ratios (e.g., 50/50, 70/30), dielectric or metallic coatings.

Q: Can prisms be bonded without glue?
A: Absolutely. We offer optical contact bonding, ideal for high-purity systems with no outgassing or UV interference.

Q: Do you support prisms for high-laser damage threshold applications?
A: Yes. We offer LDT coatings and process prism surfaces to meet the needs of high-power laser systems.

 

 

 

🔺 Engineered to Bend, Fold, and Split Light — With Precision

Yighen manufactures high-precision prisms for imaging, beam steering, dispersion, and polarization control.
From right-angle, penta, and roof prisms to custom wedge and dispersive geometries, we deliver tight angle tolerances, high surface quality, and excellent cementing accuracy.

Whether you need coated, uncoated, visible, or IR prisms — we offer full material flexibility and production scalability.

🔵 Request a Prism Quote or Feasibility Review
📩 Send us your prism type, angles, material, and coating needs — we’ll respond within 24 hours.

Want to view our supported prism types, glass materials, and angle specs?
📄 Download Our Prism Capability Sheet

Curious about our polishing accuracy, bonding, or alignment processes?
👤 Learn More About Yighen

 

 

 

 

 

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