AccuCoat, Inc.

Mike has said it best. Alexis and her group have put together the best optical technician training program in the country and probably beyond. Thank you Alexis, Mike and the entire staff at MCC and all the support from the optical community.

What's your favorite holiday tradition? Watching the Lions? The Thanksgiving Day parade? Too much pie? Our team is off this Thursday and Friday to carry on their own family traditions. We'll be back in the office on Monday to pick up your coatings and keep things on target.

People new to optical coatings have a lot to consider when determining what to spec, where to order and how to prepare. First timers, take heart! We have created our Top Specs Series - just for you! Download our free (& ungated) checklists for coatings on IR Materials, Glass, Metals and Plastics. Find them here > https://lnkd.in/eBMUhuGs #coatingshelp #wemakeiteasier #accucoatinc #worldclasscoatings

Looking for large mirror coatings? We can deliver custom coatings on glass, metal, and plastic materials - Up to 600 mm! From protected aluminum, enhanced dielectric, silver, chrome, and gold. We cover all of your reflective needs up to 99% R. Want more detail on our mirrors - small or large? Check out our Metallized Optics from AccuCoat https://lnkd.in/gGDUGynK #lidar #mirrorcoatings #metalcoatings #rochesteroptics

We are looking for a super person to join our coating team in Rochester, NY. Learn all the details including the pay range or submit your resume by visiting our website to begin > https://lnkd.in/dBgumKv #wearehiring #employmentrochester #optics

👉 The Customer Problem: Fragility and Thinness of Silicon Wafers One of the primary issues in coating wafers is their fragility. Silicon wafers are brittle and highly susceptible to shock or impact damage. Even a minor bump can cause the wafer to shatter, particularly for thinner wafers that can be as slim as 0.3 mm. Handling these delicate wafers becomes increasingly difficult as their thickness decreases, necessitating specialized handling and processing techniques. Glass, by comparison, tends to be more resilient, but the challenge remains with crystal-based wafers, which are more prone to breakage. 🥊 AccuCoat’s Solution: Custom Tooling and Coating Vibration Controls Given the fragility of wafers, custom tooling is essential for both cleaning and coating processes. For instance, ultrasonic cleaning, a common method used for removing contaminants from wafers, requires specialized tooling to accommodate the wafer's delicate nature. Therefore, our coating tooling is designed to eliminate any unnecessary vibrations and secure the wafer firmly in place during the process. Loose or rattling parts can easily lead to cracks or other structural damage, making it imperative that custom fixtures are used to ensure the integrity of the wafer throughout the coating process. 🎯 Our Specialized Coatings for Sensors and Optics In addition to the semiconductor industry, wafer coating plays a crucial role in optical applications. Sensor wafers, for example, are often patterned and etched onto the wafer surface before receiving an anti-reflective (AR) coating for specific wavelengths or diffractive patterns. This allows for micro-level steering of light, a key requirement for sensors used in optical systems. We have adapted our processes to coat on top of these patterns, ensuring that the final product meets the specific optical requirements. Some applications require hydrophobic coatings for added functionality, depending on the intended use of the wafer. For more information on wafer coating and handling, visit our website, or contact Mark Kfoury at coatings@accucoatinc.com for technical support for your specific wafer requirements. #optics #rocoptics #coatingexperts

👉 The Customer Problem: Fragility and Thinness of Silicon Wafers One of the primary issues in coating wafers is their fragility. Silicon wafers are brittle and highly susceptible to shock or impact damage. Even a minor bump can cause the wafer to shatter, particularly for thinner wafers that can be as slim as 0.3 mm. Handling these delicate wafers becomes increasingly difficult as their thickness decreases, necessitating specialized handling and processing techniques. Glass, by comparison, tends to be more resilient, but the challenge remains with crystal-based wafers, which are more prone to breakage. 🥊 AccuCoat’s Solution: Custom Tooling and Coating Vibration Controls Given the fragility of wafers, custom tooling is essential for both cleaning and coating processes. For instance, ultrasonic cleaning, a common method used for removing contaminants from wafers, requires specialized tooling to accommodate the wafer's delicate nature. Therefore, our coating tooling is designed to eliminate any unnecessary vibrations and secure the wafer firmly in place during the process. Loose or rattling parts can easily lead to cracks or other structural damage, making it imperative that custom fixtures are used to ensure the integrity of the wafer throughout the coating process. 🎯 Our Specialized Coatings for Sensors and Optics In addition to the semiconductor industry, wafer coating plays a crucial role in optical applications. Sensor wafers, for example, are often patterned and etched onto the wafer surface before receiving an anti-reflective (AR) coating for specific wavelengths or diffractive patterns. This allows for micro-level steering of light, a key requirement for sensors used in optical systems. We have adapted our processes to coat on top of these patterns, ensuring that the final product meets the specific optical requirements. Some applications require hydrophobic coatings for added functionality, depending on the intended use of the wafer. For more information on wafer coating and handling, visit our website, or contact Mark Kfoury at coatings@accucoatinc.com for technical support for your specific wafer requirements. #optics #rocoptics #coatingexperts

We are hiring for our Office, great position and support Sales Dept also. Office Manager https://lnkd.in/g6iBmxtn

🔔 It's the last day! If you haven't yet visited the AccuCoat booth to learn about our IR and other thin film coatings, this is your chance! Pat and Mark are on standby to chat with you at booth 428. #spie #opticsandphotonics2024

We are ready to go! Patrick Iulianello and Mark Kfoury will be at the booth this week to chat with you about all things thin films. #ircoatings #opticcoatings #spie