Specialty Products & Accessories

 Our comprehensive range of products supports the most demanding applications in optics and photonics.

Essential Optical Accessories

Precision components for advanced optical system integration

Andover Corporation’s Specialty Optical Products complement our core filter and coating lines by delivering precision accessories, adhesive systems, evaporation materials, and legacy and surplus optical filters.

Ideal for spectroscopic instruments, machine vision setups, environmental sensing, and rapid prototyping, these components are engineered to integrate seamlessly into demanding optical systems.

 

From automated filter wheels to specialized adhesives, our comprehensive range of specialty products enables precise control and reliable performance in sophisticated optical and photonic systems.

  • Automated spectral control systems
  • Precision mounting solutions
  • Temperature regulation systems
  • Space-qualified materials
  • Value-optimized surplus options
Each component in our specialty portfolio is engineered to enhance system performance while ensuring seamless integration with your existing optical setup.

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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Discovering new possibilities in optical filtering

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