PixelTec Patterned Optics Now Available With High-Precision Bandpass Filters

MUMBAI, October 4, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

Sharper Multispectral Data for Application-Specific Sensing and Imaging

Ocean Thin Films now provides its patented PixelTec™ patterned optical coating process for high-precision bandpass filters, opening up new possibilities for application-specific cameras. The extended capability enables optical devices to be micro-patterned with multiple narrow-band filters, creating even greater contrast and resolution for multispectral applications from cellular microscopy to factory vision systems.

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By combining state-of-the-art sputtered coating expertise with exclusive microlithography technology, PixelTec delivers highly accurate geometric and spectral performance across the ultraviolet (UV), visible and near - short wave infrared ranges (NIR - SWIR). The pioneer in lithographic patterning of optical coatings, Ocean Thin Films continues to advance this technology - with more than 2 million precision patterned optics delivered. PixelTec optical coatings are increasingly used for purpose-fit performance in a multitude of medical, defense and industrial applications, enabling more compact, robust and cost-effective devices. The company's high-volume production capabilities help OEM's deliver products to the market faster.

"With the rapid growth of multispectral analysis and imaging, our clients are leveraging the benefits of PixelTec to create custom cameras for everything from non-invasive cancer detection to enhanced surveillance to art restoration," explains Randel Mercer, Vice President of Business Development, Ocean Thin Films. "By differentiating among spectral signatures, many of our clients find that imaging 4-8 targeted spectral bands shows a stunning contrast improvement. An imaging device using PixelTec can reveal what both human and color-camera vision have been missing," he added. 

About Ocean Thin Films

Ocean Thin Films designs and produces precision Pixeltec precision patterned optical coatings, components and assemblies that enable a wide variety of products and custom applications, especially in the area of spectral sensing and imaging.  Leveraging comprehensive know-how in thin film coating development, the team provides expert design assistance for collaborative custom-engineered solutions, from rapid prototyping through high-volume contract manufacturing. Ocean Thin Films is a subsidiary of Halma p.l.c. Website: www.oceanthinfilms.com

About Halma

Halma p.l.c. is an international market leader in safety, health and sensor technology. A public company listed on the London Stock Exchange, it has 3,600 employees in 36 subsidiaries worldwide. Halma's subsidiaries make products that protect lives and improve the quality of life for people through innovation in market leading products which make its customers safer, more competitive and more profitable. These subsidiaries are assisting India's economy in areas such as manufacturing, energy, water and waste treatment, the environment, construction, transport and health. For further news about Halma in India and to subscribe to the Halma India RSS News Feed please visit our news blog.

Company contact: Bhushan Dhakras, Halma Trading and Services India Pvt. Ltd, 

91-99300 21866, bhushan.dhakras@oceanthinfilms.com

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