Neutral Density Filters (ND Filters)

Fine adjustments to light

Overview

With filters that attenuate light according to specific ratios or variable filters that change the volume of attenuation, we can customize according to your objectives.

Features & Strengths

Point1 Fine adjustments to light volume

Used when the volume of incidental light to be attenuated is too great to adjust.
With the use of stable heat-resistant film, there are few changes to transmittance and reflection rate due to to incident angle or polarization.
It can be used in measurement devices and light transmission parts.

Point2 Formulate design according to the wavelength, incident angle, and polarization state of used light

Point3 Freely customize form, size, and attenuation

Functions & Mechanisms

ND Filters

Control attenuation of light within the substrates according to specific ratios.

Step Filters

Coatings applied in steps to change the film thickness within the substrates, as well as to control the transmittance of light in steps.

Slide Filters

By applying coatings to achieve consecutive changes to film thickness within rectangular substrates, it is possible to achieve consecutive control of light transmittance.

Circular (Wedge) Filters

Apply coatings to achieve consecutive changes in film thickness along the elliptical lines of donut-shaped substrates. It is possible to achieve consecutive control of light transmittance.

Gradient Filters

Gradient filters adjust light transmittance from the center to the edges of the substrate, resulting in a consistent amount of light being transmitted through the filter. This allows for the irradiated light gathered from the center of the light source to be distributed at an average volume.
Filter characteristics can be freely adjusted to respond to different shapes, such as circles, ellipses, and squares. Ellipses can be processed on up to three axes.

Applications


Light attenuation filters for measurement devices

The filter adjusts the attenuation of light according to specific ratios fit to the wavelength band, regardless of actual wavelength. Both types that adjust to set attenuation volume and types that allow for consecutive adjustment by sliding or rotating the filter are used.

Contact us-to-Delivery Process

When outsourcing of thin-film coatings to substrates provided by customers

Below is an example of contact us-to-delivery process when outsourcing of thin-film coatings to substrate materials provided by customers. Whether you need a single item prototype or mass production, trust Geomatec to provide high-quality, high-performance thin-film coatings.

  • Step1Contact Us

    For detailed questions regarding our products and solutions, order numbers and specifications, delivery times and budget, areas where delivery is possible, or for any other questions about how we can assist with your objectives and ideas, please feel free to contact us.

  • Step2Discovery & Technical meetings

    After inquiring about the details of your request, we will propose the plan that best allows us to meet your objectives. Of course, Geomatec engineers will collaborate with all kinds of manufacturers, as necessary, to support the creation of a product that meets your standards.

  • Step3Estimates

    We will quote based on the specifications defined in the discovery & technical meetings.
    Please rest assured that information on the intended applications of your product, personal information, or other confidential information we receive will be monitored under a strict information security system.

  • Step4Prototypes & Samples

    We will produce prototypes and samples as required.
    In addition, if you are also considering mass production at some point in the future, we can process your prototype on the same machinery that will be used for mass production, ensuring a smooth transition into the mass production stage and identical quality and features as those seen in the prototype.

  • Step5Thin-film manufacturing (procurement, coating and post process)

    We will apply thin films to substrate materials provided by customers and carry out high-quality, stable manufacturing and processing in a class 100 to 1,000 clean room (as defined in Federal Standard 209D).

  • Step6Quality inspection & Shipping preparation

    We conduct quality inspections of all the products we provide our customers and provide packing according to strict standards.
    Geomatec has acquired certification for its QMS (ISO9001: quality management system) and endeavors to provide safe and stable delivery of high-quality products.

  • Step7Delivery

    We will reliably deliver our products to any location, by any method, and on any day you specify.

    *We offer a flexible range of options other than the above, including in-house consultation on site at customers' factories.

When outsourcing of substrate material procurement and post coating process, in addition to thin-film coating

The following is an example of contact us-to-delivery process when outsourcing of substrate material procurement and post coating process, in addition to thin-film coating. Geomatec will control all steps of the process.

  • Step1Contact Us

    For detailed questions regarding our products and solutions, order numbers and specifications, delivery times and budget, areas where delivery is possible, or for any other questions about how we can assist with your objectives and ideas, please feel free to contact us.

  • Step2Discovery & Technical meetings

    After inquiring about the details of your request, we will propose the plan that best allows us to meet your objectives. Of course, Geomatec engineers will collaborate with all kinds of manufacturers, as necessary, to support the creation of a product that meets your standards.

  • Step3Estimates

    We will quote based on the specifications defined in the discovery & technical meetings.
    Please rest assured that information on the intended applications of your product, personal information, or other confidential information we receive will be monitored under a strict information security system.

  • Step4Prototypes & Samples

    We will produce prototypes and samples as required.
    In addition, if you are also considering mass production at some point in the future, we can process your prototype on the same machinery that will be used for mass production, ensuring a smooth transition into the mass production stage and identical quality and features as those seen in the prototype.

  • Step5Substrate material procurement

    Geomatec will procure glass and film substrates from our trusted supply chain, built over several decades of business.

  • Step6Thin-film coating

    We will coat your products with the high-performance thin films necessary to achieve your desired functions.
    Our class 100 to 1,000 clean room (as defined in Federal Standard 209D) ensures high quality, stable production.

  • Step7Post coating process

    We handle post coating process for thin film, including surface splicing of glass and frame printing.

  • Step8Quality inspection & Shipping preparation

    We conduct quality inspections of all the products we provide our customers and provide packing according to strict standards.
    Geomatec has acquired certification for its QMS (ISO9001: quality management system) and endeavors to provide safe and stable delivery of high-quality products.

  • Step9Delivery

    We will reliably deliver our products to any location, by any method, and on any day you specify.

    *We offer a flexible range of options other than the above, including in-house consultation on site at customers' factories.

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