Metallic Reticles
G&H microlithographic metallic reticles for high-precision optical alignment, targeting, calibration, and inspection across defense optics, photonics, and semiconductor sectors.
Full Product DescriptionProduct description
G&H’s metallic reticles, manufactured using advanced microlithographic processing, deliver sub-micron patterning precision for critical optical applications across defense, semiconductor, and photonics industries. These high-accuracy reticles are fabricated on optically flat substrates such as fused silica or borosilicate glass and patterned with durable metallic layers—typically chrome, 'black' chrome, aluminum, or custom, for excellent contrast, edge definition, and longevity.
In defense applications, they provide rugged, high-contrast targeting and alignment capabilities in laser-based systems, weapon sights, and optical scopes designed for harsh environments. For the semiconductor sector, these reticles serve as critical alignment references, calibration standards, and inspection targets for wafer steppers, photomask systems, and metrology tools—ensuring repeatable accuracy in nanometer-scale processes. In photonics and advanced optics, they are essential for beam profiling, interferometer calibration, and high-resolution optical system alignment.
Customizable in pattern type, line width, and coating, G&H metallic reticles combine durability, optical clarity, and nanometer-level precision to support the most demanding optical performance requirements across industries.
Applications
- Precision targeting and sighting systems
- Laser rangefinding and optical alignment
- Reticles for military-grade scopes and optics
- Rugged optical systems for harsh environments
- Wafer alignment and photomask calibration
- Reticles for lithography inspection and metrology
- Reference standards in cleanroom production
- Nanometer-scale measurement tools
- Beam profiling and interferometer alignment
- Optical system calibration and axis alignment
- Custom fiducials for advanced optical setups
- Laser alignment targets in lab and industrial systems
Key features
- Sub-Micron Precision - Microlithographic processing enables line widths down to 0.25 µm with ±0.25 µm pattern accuracy.
- Durable Metallic Coatings - Chrome, 'black' chrome, aluminum, or custom layers offer long-term stability, high optical density, and abrasion resistance.
- High Optical Contrast - Metallic patterns deliver excellent visibility in both transmitted and reflected light conditions.
- Ultra-Flat Substrates - Fabricated on high-grade fused silica or borosilicate glass for minimal distortion and maximum flatness.
- Custom Pattern Capability - Supports crosshairs, grids, dots, fiducials, micrometer scales, and application-specific geometries.
- Wide Application Range - Designed for demanding environments in defense, semiconductor manufacturing, and photonics research.
- Environmental Stability - Withstands temperature fluctuations, vibration, and humidity, ideal for field and cleanroom use.
- Optional Coatings - Available with anti-reflective (AR), waterproof, oleophobic, and anti-glare coatings for enhanced performance in optical systems or a thin layer of silicon dioxide (SiO₂) for enhanced durability.
Optical Specification | |
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Flatness | λ/2 (Irregularity: λ/4) |
Pattern centration | < .002” |
Line widths | 0.0001” (0.0025mm) |
General tolerances | Per MIL-PRF-13830 |
Coatings | Per MIL-C-675, MIL-C-14806, MIL-F48616 |
Mechanical Specification | |
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Diameter range | 5 - 75mm |
Materials | Silica, B270, BK-7, N-SK11 |
Bonding | Per MIL-A-3920 |
Manufacturing | Per MIL-F-13926 |
Environmental Specification | |
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Testing | Per MIL-C-675, MIL-C-14806, MIL-STD-810 |