Straight Edges
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. Ask us about high volume / OEM pricing options.
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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
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