Aerospace

The Sun sensors, manufactured by Adcole Space, contain Optical Reticles manufactured by Opto-Line.

Opto-Line is an industry leader in the manufacturing of apertures for custom applications. Opto-Line International can delineate the aperture using our proprietary black chrome coating minimizing internal and external reflectivity and yielding an extremely durable surface. Other specified materials can be deposited per your requirements. Our in-house processing of the final parts ensures the highest […]

Custom patterned lenses for the Aerospace Industry Opto-Line has provided various custom patterns typically utilizing our low-reflecting black chrome. For Aerospace applications, our precision pattern and coatings are often found in systems created by the most well-known companies.

Juno to Jupiter – Adcole Spinning Sun Sensors: Opto-Line’s low reflecting black chrome aperture is a critical component of Adole’s sun sensor used in this satellite’s expedition to Jupiter. Our aperture is directly exposed to the harsh space environment; a true testament to its durability and longevity. Launched:  August 5, 2011 Jupiter Arrival: July 4, […]

We are not your standard, stock reticle company. Opto-Line is synonymous with customization. We are proud to deliver some of the most difficult custom optical pattern designs that that require a very high degree of precision, experience and ingenuity. Within our limitations of about 1μm, we can produce any pattern you may need with the […]

Opto-Line has provided various custom patterns typically utilizing our low-reflecting black chrome. For Aerospace applications, our precision pattern and coatings are often found in systems created by the most well-known companies. Many of our aerospace reticles are used in sun angle sensor systems on satellites. Our durable black chrome has a Rave <5% over the […]