Request InfoMeller Optics Inc.For use in military navigation and targeting systems, Meller Optics Inc. has announced custom-fabricated large sapphire windows up to 18 in. in diameter by 1/4 in. thick. They offer Moh 9 surface hardness, transmitted wavefront to λ/4, parallelism to 2 arc sec and a 70:1 aspect ratio. Resistant to water, most acids, alkalis and harsh chemicals to ~350 °C, they have surface finishes to 60-40 scratch-dig. They are available in any quantity, from prototype through production.See full productRelated content from Photonics MediaPRODUCTSPhotonics.com 7/18/2023Fiber StripperThe Fujikura SS-110 Specialty Fiber Stripper from AFL is designed for fiber splicing applications in industries such as military, oil and gas, and medicine. 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