Business Details
11 Years
experience
Custom Optical Instruments & Precision Engineering
Optical Support has built a reputation as a leader in custom optical instrument development. With over 150 combined years of optical and optomechanical engineering expertise, we leverage industry-standard software tools to design precision systems tailored to client specifications. Our vertically integrated capabilities include in-house CNC machining facilities equipped with advanced HAAS and Mitsubishi equipment, enabling production of complex components with tolerances as tight as 0.0002 inches. Our team's 60+ years of optical alignment experience is supported by a 2000 sqft cleanroom facility featuring state-of-the-art alignment stations and testing equipment. Certified to ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D standards, we serve aerospace, semiconductor, biomedical, and defense industries with rapid prototyping and full-scale production.Our engineers collaborate closely with client teams from conceptual design through final assembly, ensuring manufacturable solutions that meet demanding schedules. Our investment in programmable CMM inspection tools guarantees quality control across both in-house and sourced components. We specialize in creating precision optical systems, metrology tools, and alignment equipment that meet exacting industry requirements. Our facility's 6000lb capacity gantry cranes and custom multi-alignment stations enable handling of large-scale projects. Backed by decades of experience and cutting-edge technology, we deliver turn-key solutions for even the most complex optical systems.
Services
Optical Design
CNC Machining
Precision Alignment
Metrology Tools
Optical Testing
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- 150+ years combined optical engineering experience
- In-house CNC machining with sub-micron precision
- ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certified quality systems
- 2000 sqft cleanroom with advanced alignment stations
- 60+ years optical alignment and testing expertise
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001:2015
- AS9100D
Services
Optical Design
Our optical design team develops precision systems using Zemax and SolidWorks for aerospace, semiconductor, and biomedical applications. With 150+ years combined experience, we create custom solutions from concept to production. Our engineers optimize optical performance while ensuring manufacturability through integrated CNC programming.
CNC Machining
In-house CNC facilities produce complex metal components with 0.0002" tolerances using HAAS and Mitsubishi equipment. Our AS9100-certified processes include 5-axis machining and wire EDM for aerospace and defense applications. Programmable CMM inspection ensures quality control across all production stages.
Precision Alignment
Over 60 years of alignment expertise ensures sub-micron precision in optical system assembly. Our cleanroom facility features Trioptics centering stations and Zygo interferometers for aerospace and semiconductor applications. Custom alignment stations handle projects up to 6000lb capacity with air bearing technology.
Metrology Tools
We develop custom metrology solutions using OptiCentric stations and FaroArm technology. Our engineers create precision measurement systems for quality control in semiconductor and defense applications. Integration with CMM inspection ensures traceable accuracy across all manufacturing processes.
Optical Testing
Comprehensive testing services validate optical performance using Verifire interferometers and custom MTF stations. Our AS9100-certified procedures include environmental testing in controlled cleanroom conditions. We provide complete system validation from prototype to production batches.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We specialize in aerospace, defense, semiconductor, biomedical, and cinematography applications requiring precision optical systems.
Are you ISO certified?
Yes, we maintain ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certifications for quality management systems.
What CNC equipment do you have?
Our facility includes HAAS machining centers, Mitsubishi wire EDMs, and programmable CMM inspection tools.
Can you handle large-scale projects?
Yes, our 6000lb capacity gantry cranes and multi-air bearing alignment stations support large optical systems.
What alignment precision do you achieve?
Our cleanroom facilities enable optical alignment to 1 micron precision using advanced interferometry.
Do you offer turn-key solutions?
Yes, we provide complete design-to-delivery services including prototyping and volume production.
