Lightweight SiC Mirror

Silicon carbide (SiC) lightweight mirrors are advanced Optical Components known for their exceptional properties, making them ideal for various applications, including larger telescopes, high-speed scanning systems, and space applications. MG-Optics offers custom Silicon Carbide Mirrors, including SiC flat mirror , SiC Aspheric Mirror ,SiC spheric mirror and custom lightweight design.

MG-optics obscure the advanced technique of manufacturing of silicon carbide, Reaction Bonding: This method involves casting a mixture of alpha Silicon Carbide and carbon, followed by firing. Liquid silicon is then infiltrated into the porous mixture, reacting with carbon to form dense SiC. Reaction bonded Silicon Carbide is cost-effective and suitable for lightweight optical designs.

TECHNOLOGY STRENGTH

Advanced gel injection molding technology

Formula of high-solid phase low-viscosity gel injection molding slurry

solid content of silicon carbide slurry > 69.5%

Viscosity< 1.5Pa.s which meets the requirements of 2mm channel casting.

Curing time in 1 hour Dry strength >26MPa.

Mature stamping and casting forming technology. 

Lost Foam casting technology

Low-stress crackless drying process of RB-SiC

Smooth drying process by stages with flawless surface

Cost-effective with high performance, deformation<1%

Large dimension forming blank

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