As technology and industry evolve, many optical systems have come to rely on high-power laser sources. Existing optical systems have to be analyzed to determine if an increase of the laser power will cause any laser induced damage. Intense light can delaminate coatings, introduce blemishes, and even fracture substrates. The consequences range from decreased transmission and increased scatter to complete system failure.

Demcon Focal is able to determine and analyze important laser induced damage parameters like

• Astigmatism and laser induced damage threshold
• Spot peak intensities
• Fluence on lenses, mirrors and objects
• Fluence of ghosts spots