Fiber Tip Coating

Defining Boundaries in Light Control

Precision Optical Fiber Tip Coating Solutions

Advancing Optical Performance Through Advanced Coating Technologies

Andover Corporation delivers superior broadband anti-reflection coatings for optical fiber tips using our proprietary low-temperature process, ensuring optimal transmission while maintaining fiber integrity for demanding applications.

Key Advantages:

  • High laser damage threshold AR coating withstands up to 85 J/cm² at 1064nm with 10ns pulses
  • Low-temperature coating process ideal for assembled optics and delicate fiber components
  • Wavelength coverage from 260nm to 2400nm to meet diverse application needs
  • Custom engineered solutions with rapid prototyping capabilities

Industry Applications:

  • Fiber Lasers
  • Fiber Interferometers
  • Medical Instrumentation
  • AI/Machine Learning Infrastructure
  • Telecommunications Systems

Our vertically integrated manufacturing approach, combined with extensive coating expertise and state-of-the-art facilities, enables us to deliver consistent, high-quality fiber tip coatings with industry-leading turnaround times.

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Why Choose Andover for Fiber Tip Coatings?

Superior Process Control

Our low-temperature coating process is specifically engineered for delicate fiber optics. Using ion-assisted e-beam deposition combined with advanced optical monitoring, we achieve precise coating thickness while preventing thermal damage to fiber components. Our in-house testing shows transmittance stability across -192°C to +500°C operating ranges.

Full Manufacturing Integration

Unlike typical coating houses, we control the entire process in-house. Our clean room facilities, vertically integrated manufacturing, and automated spectrophotometry testing ensure unmatched quality control. When issues arise, we can rapidly adjust processes without relying on external vendors.

Industry-Leading Specifications

  • Laser damage threshold: 85 J/cm² @ 1064nm (10ns pulses)
  • Broad wavelength coverage: 260nm - 2400nm
  • Average reflectance: ≤ 0.5% per surface
  • Environmental testing at cryogenic to elevated temperatures

Expert Support Team

Our engineering team has extensive experience with fiber optic applications. We partner with customers from prototyping through production, offering technical guidance on coating selection and manufacturing processes. With no minimum quantities and typical 2-6 week lead times, we deliver responsive service for both R&D and production needs.

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Custom Optical Solutions

From prototype to production, our engineering team works with you to develop the perfect optical solution for your application.

Wavelength Range: Custom coatings from 193nm to 14μm

Multiple Technologies: Ion-assisted e-beam, magnetron sputtering, and hybrid solutions

Substrate Options: Various materials including germanium, silicon, and sapphire

Quality Assured: AS9100 and ISO 9001 certified processes

Tell us about your requirements, and our engineering team will help develop the optimal solution.

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