BOLT - Better Optics. Laser Turned.
BOLT - Better Optics. Laser Turned.

INTRODUCING DIAMOND-TURNED GLASS Optics

FOR LIGHTNING-FAST TURNAROUND

Micro-LAM’s patented laser-assisted diamond turning technology boosts productivity, increases tool life, creates better surface finish (roughness), and better surface irregularity (form). This technology enables us to produce custom optics in a variety of geometries — spheres, aspheres, and freeforms. Perhaps most exciting, we now have techniques for laser-assisted machining of materials that cannot be conventionally diamond turned, including glass optics.

BOLT for glass optics

  • Significantly reduce subsurface damage (typically <3 micrometers).
  • Hold extremely tight mechanical tolerances on wedge, sag, and diameter.
  • Limit polishing times and reduce mid-spacial frequency errors with fewer polishing iterations.

What makes BOLT better

Speed
2-3x faster than current industry-leading delivery times
Diamond Turn

Ability to diamond turn mechanical features and fiducials directly into your glass optic

Deterministic Manufacturing

Deterministic manufacturing with proprietary ultra-precision process

Partnerships

Optimized manufacturability partnership: together we engineer your solution

Increased Capacity. Unmatched Expertise.

To enable quicker turnaround times for customers who need prototype and small-batch quantities of optics, we’ve expanded our manufacturing capacity in Portage, MI. Plus, our experienced engineers are here to help you optimize your part for efficient manufacturability.
Optics Manufacturing Facility - Portage, MI
To enable quicker turnaround times for customers who need prototype and small-batch quantities of optics, we’ve expanded our manufacturing capacity in Portage, MI. Plus, our experienced engineers are here to help you optimize your part for efficient manufacturability.

BOLT: POWERED BY OUR PATENTED LASER ASSISTED MACHINING

Yes, this technology can represent a capital investment. That’s why we invite you to manufacture with us. You’ll get all the benefits of OPTIMUS — faster lead times, plus the ability to meet tighter specifications — with zero investment.
MICRO-LAM, Inc.