Infrared Domes

20 Sep 2024

Infrared domes are typically used in applications that encounter extreme environments, such as defense or aviation, therefore high light transmittance under specific IR spectra, high hardness, bending strength, and durability are several factors that must be considered when selecting substrate materials. JT provides the IR domes with the material of sapphire, ZnS, ZnSe, Silicon and Germanium.

The Applications of IR Optical Domes

● Germanium Domes are used in aerospace and aviation industries, Defense and Surveillance, Remote Sensing and Underwater Imaging to protect sensors, cameras, and other optical instruments in various atmospheric conditions.

● Sapphire domes are used for their rugged properties and is suitable for harsh environments, which are ideal for protecting cameras, guidance systems, sensors, and other devices in weapons systems.

● ZnS dome has important applications in optical instruments, such as cameras, lasers, telescopes, etc. Its high transmittance, chemical stability, and corrosion resistance make ZnS dome an important optical component. Its thermal imaging applications can be used as windows for infrared imaging systems, with high transmittance and physical properties that can protect lenses, and can also be used in applications such as solar battery.