We offer the industry’s most extensive range of UV, visible, and NIR AO solutions tailored for quantum applications:

Acousto-Optic Deflectors

• Precise manipulation and positioning of cold atoms and ions
• Ultra-fast switching and routing of optical signals
• High-speed addressing of individual or multiple qubits, enabling beam multiplexing

Acousto-Optic Modulators

• Precise light frequency shifting for atom cooling and trapping
• Optimized photon-qubit interaction for enhanced quantum processing

Acousto-Optic Multichannel Modulators

• Fast, parallel addressing of qubits for scalable quantum architectures

Fiber optic solutions enable quantum researchers and engineers to precisely modulate lasers tailored for quantum applications:

Fiber-Coupled Acousto-Optic Modulators

• High extinction ratio for superior optical signal clarity
• Low insertion loss to maximize optical efficiency
• Stable performance in both polarization-maintaining (PM) and non-PM formats
• Modulation frequencies up to 80 MHz for visible and infrared wavelengths
• Rugged hermetic design for long-term reliability and seamless integration into all-fiber and OEM systems

Visible Wavelength PM Couplers

• High polarization extinction ratio
• Ultra-low excess loss and high power handling
• 450nm to 700nm available
• Slow axis operation as standard, fast and dual axis available

In quantum optics, photons are not just particles of light – they are carriers of information. From entangled photon pairs and quantum interference to optical atomic clocks and high-finesse cavities, these experiments hinge on precise, low-loss control of light. At the heart of this control? Research-grade mirror substrates.

G&H manufactures research-grade superpolished mirror substrates designed for high-performance quantum optics systems:

• Ultra-low surface roughness (< 1 Å RMS) to minimize scatter and maintain coherence
• Flat and concave geometries for interferometry, cavity QED, and laser stabilization
• Substrates in fused silica, silicon, and Zerodur®—each optimized for thermal, mechanical, and optical stability
• Verified with ZygoNexView NX2 interferometry and cavity ring-down spectroscopy (CRDS) for finesse validation

G&H’s precision optic and photonic components are enabling breakthroughs across various quantum domains, including:

• Quantum computing: enhancing qubit control and quantum gate operations
• Quantum communication: enabling secure transmission of quantum information
• Quantum sensors: improving precision measurements with advanced components
• Quantum device software design: supporting robust quantum hardware-software integration
• Vapour cells for quantum standards: advancing quantum metrology and precision timekeeping

• Proven expertise: decades of experience in optics technology and photonics innovation
• Broad wavelength coverage: industry-leading portfolio spanning UV, visible, and NIR ranges
• Custom solutions: tailored designs to meet the unique demands of quantum applications