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Collimated Sources & Objective Parallax Metrology

Collimated beams provide a uniform, parallel wavefront that is essential for accurately testing and characterizing optical systems. From camera lenses to high‑energy laser assemblies, these beams simulate an object at infinity without introducing additional aberrations. Optikos supplies fully specified collimators in both reflective and refractive designs, ensuring that the beam size, wavelength coverage, and surface accuracy match the exact requirements of each application.

Why Choose Optikos Collimators

For more than four decades, Optikos has defined the standard for metrological accuracy, delivering collimators whose surface tolerances, wavelength correction, and aperture control are rigorously validated. This legacy of precision engineering ensures that every beam you generate meets the exacting diffraction‑limited criteria required for high‑performance optical testing and validation.

Broad Aperture Range

Clear apertures from 100 mm to 600 mm (see table below)
Covers everything from compact camera lenses to large‑format imaging optics.

Custom Wavelength Coverage

Achromatic/apochromatic refractive designs or broadband reflective OAP mirrors

Ideal for visible to LWIR applications.

Diffraction‑Limited Projection

Proven rule‑of‑thumb geometry ensures target subtended angles stay within diffraction limits.

Guarantees repeatable, high‑precision test results.

Off‑Axis Paraboloidal Mirrors

Surface accuracy ≤ λ/8 (633 nm) with enhanced aluminum coating.

Maintains wavefront quality across the full field.

Modular Mounting

Kinematic mounts, reference flats, and fold‑mirror assemblies.

Fast, repeatable alignment on any optical bench.

The ColliMeter Family – Turning Alignment into Data

Recognized for innovating lens metrology, our team redefines how manufacturers tackle testing, characterization, and quality control requirements
ColliMeter 50
Compact, Vertical Benchtop
ColliMeter 350
Large-Scale, Horizontal Beam
ColliMeter for Riflescopes
Precision Parallax Evaluation
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ColliMeter 50

Compact, Vertical Benchtop
Key Features
  • Target Aperture: Up to 50mm
  • Configuration: Projector mounted vertically on the instrument.
  • Included: Instrument, Interface Box, ColliMetric software, flight case.
Designed for high power, large aperture collimators used in aerospace, defense, and industrial metrology.
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Collimeter 350

Large-Scale, Horizontal Beam
Key Features
  • Target Aperture: Up to 350mm
  • Configuration: Beam is horizontal; instrument is brought to the collimating system.
  • Included: Scan head, two axis alignment stage with kinematic interface, Interface Box, ColliMetric software, flight case.
Designed for high power, large aperture collimators used in aerospace, defense, and industrial metrology.
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ColliMeter for Riflescopes

Precision Parallax Evaluation
Key Features
  • • Technique: Scanning pentaprism (ISO 11421) creates a small alignment telescope pupil that scans across the scope’s entrance pupil.
  • Configuration: Projector mounted vertically on the instrument.
  • Impact: Turns guesswork into data driven precision, enabling manufacturers to certify scope accuracy and buyers to compare products on an objective basis.
Designed for high power, large aperture collimators used in aerospace, defense, and industrial metrology.

Let us do the work for you

Our dedicated engineering team stands ready to assist you with every step of ColliMeter™ installation, alignment, and performance verification, ensuring the system integrates seamlessly into your existing workflow. We’ll work closely with your staff to develop customized test procedures, troubleshoot any issues, and provide on‑site or remote training as needed. Your success is our priority, and we’re committed to delivering the support you need to achieve reliable, repeatable metrology results.

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