Glass Machining

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Glass Machining World-class precision CNC glass machining services, by Zygo

Glass Machining, Beveling Process

Glass Machining, Precision Drilling

Glass Machining, Precision Stage Component

ZYGO provides CNC glass machining services for a variety of materials including glass, fused silica, and low expansion ceramics such as Zerodur and CLEARCERAM®, as well as exotic materials such as sapphire and water clear zinc sulfide.

Our proprietary glass machining techniques allow us to machine complex geometries to exacting dimensional and angular tolerances. These glass machining capabilities are also employed to reduce the weight of large and heavy optics (lightweighting).

Dimensional tolerances are confirmed using the latest metrology, including interferometry, collimators and CMM.

Key Features

• 5-axis ultrasonic CNC machining of glass and ceramic material; 3 to 5 times faster than traditional CNC machining.

• 3- & 4-axis conventional CNC glass machining

• Post machine hydrofluoric acid-etching

• 5 µm tolerances typical;
2 µm on key features post-acid etch

• CNC edge shaping

• Proprietary tool designs

• Very fine surface finishes available

• Tight angular tolerances

• Complex geometries

• Sizes > 1 meter

Inquiry/Quote Form – Glass Machining Services
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