At Boston Micromachines, we recognize that for many advanced optical systems, coating performance can be just as critical as device architecture. Whether you are working in the visible, near-infrared, or extended infrared spectrum, having the right reflective coating is essential to maximize efficiency and accuracy in your setup. Custom Coatings for Precision Optical Performance Our MEMS-based devices come standard with high-performance coatings such as protected silver, enhanced aluminum, and gold. These coatings cover a broad range of typical optical needs, but we know many research and industrial applications push beyond the norm. That is why we also offer custom coating solutions for our deformable mirrors operating in extended or specialized wavelength ranges. Below is a figure showing the reflectivity curves of our standard protected silver, enhanced aluminum and gold coatings. We have developed other variations for specific applications in the infrared wavelength band. Please contact us if you have specific needs to see what is possible.
Custom Modulators Tailored to Your Application At Boston Micromachines, we know that cutting-edge optical applications often require more than off-the-shelf solutions. Whether you’re operating in non-standard wavelength ranges or pushing the limits of modulation speed, we offer customizable MEMS Grating Modulators designed to meet your specific performance needs. High-Speed Modulation Our MEMS Grating Modulators support high-speed operation with modulation frequencies up to 200 kHz. These devices maintain consistent performance across the full range and do not rely on resonance, offering flexibility across a variety of time-critical applications. If your requirements stretch beyond standard limits, we can explore custom configurations with higher operational rates. Extended Wavelength Compatibility While our standard devices are optimized for 600-1100 nm wavelength range, we have successfully extended performance into the 1300-1800 nm range and have demonstrated capability up to 2200 nm in proof-of-concept devices. These extended-range modulators require modifications such as higher drive voltages and are subject to additional testing and qualification. Contact us to explore how our modulator technology can be tailored to your application. Our team is ready to provide technical guidance, quote custom builds, and help you integrate the right solution into your system.
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Thorlabs Fast Laser Power Modulator for Two-Photon Microscopy Fast Laser Power Modulator for Two-Photon Microscopy Use the Boston Micromachines MEMS Grating Modulator as an enabling component in the Thorlabs DC power attenuator and high-speed modulator. The all-reflective design incorporates the gold-coated MEMS Grating Modulator device that is polarization independent and introduces minimal (<100 fs 2 ) dispersion as a central component. This unidirectional device accepts a collimated, 1 to 2 mm (1/e 2 ) diameter input beam with 250:1) or high (2500:1) contrast ratios. The Fast Laser Power Modulator is available now through the Thorlabs website. Click below to find out more.
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An alternative wavefront control device uses 3 actuators under each segment for Tip-Tilt-Piston control
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Boston Micromachines' offers solutions for wavefront manipulation. Choose from our customizable AOSDK or our partner solution from Thorlabs. Deformable Mirror Software Development Kit Get started with AO control and our Deformable Mirror Software Development Kit (DMSDK) Partner Solutions Demonstrate adaptive optics after some quick setup using Thorlabs optical equipment Let us create a development kit for you Boston Micromachines can provide the resources you need to implement wavefront correction. Contact us today to learn more about our latest software techniques, or to create a quote for your customized adaptive optics solution.
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