BlackDiamond™ Infrared Chalcogenide Glass

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Utilize BD6™ as your alternative to Ge

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What is Chalcogenide Glass?

  • Alternative to Germanium and other traditional crystalline IR materials

  • High transmission in SWIR, MWIR and LWIR wavebands (~1-14µm)

  • Amorphous compounds based on the chalcogen elements
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BD6™ Versatile & Made In The USA

  • LightPath’s BD6™ Chalcogenide glass is an ideal choice to replace Ge lenses in thermal imaging applications

  • BD6™ glass fabrication is conducted in-house (Orlando, FL - USA) with a highly controlled process with high-purity raw materials

  • BD6™ can be processed with traditional diamond-turned or precision glass molding, for optimal trade-offs of cost and efficiency
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Thermal and Environmental Stability

  • Operates reliably in extreme conditions, ensuring durability.

  • Passively athermal (Order of magnitude lower thermal constant compared to Ge)

Why Choose BlackDiamond™ Chalcogenide Glass?

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Made in the USA

Alternative to Germanium and other traditional crystalline IR materials

Reduced Costs

Save on production with advanced glass molding technology

Long-Lasting Durability

Engineered to withstand harsh thermal and mechanical conditions.

Enhanced Imaging Precision

Achieve sharp, clear results in demanding environments.

Customizable Solutions

Tailored for specific wavelengths and application requirements.

Stabilized Supply Chain

Consistent cost and availability of material with Chalcogenide Glass

Perfect for Your Industry

Defense & Security

Night vision, missile guidance, and surveillance systems.

Medical Imaging

Advanced thermal imaging for diagnostics and monitoring.

Industrial Sensing

Precision measurement tools and process monitoring.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is BlackDiamond™ manufactured?

Proudly manufactured in Orlando, FL USA!

What makes BlackDiamond™ better than other infrared materials?

Stability of supply chain and cost along with materials for all applications make BlackDiamond™ Glass the obvious choice for all applications!

Can BlackDiamond™ be customized for specific applications?

BlackDiamond™ Glass is available in a wide variety of "Formulas" to fit all application needs, more compounds are being tested and released to market consistently. 

What are the lead times for BlackDiamond™ products?

BlackDiamond™ Glass depending on the chosen material variety can come with lead times as short as a few weeks.