What is a mirror？

A mirror is an optical element that operates based on the law of reflection, capable of reflecting light from one direction to another, meaning that when light strikes a mirror, the angle of incidence is equal to the angle of reflection (θi = θr). The classification and composition of mirrors are primarily based on aspects such as their surface type, shape, reflectivity, and coating materials.

Classification of mirrors

1. By surface type: Planar mirrors, spherical mirrors, aspheric mirrors, etc.

2. By shape: Right-angle prism mirrors, off-axis parabolic mirrors, hollow ridge prism mirrors.

3. By reflectivity: Total reflection mirrors, semi-transparent semi-reflective mirrors (beamsplitters).

4. Classification of planar mirrors: Dielectric film mirrors, laser line mirrors, ultra-fast mirrors, super mirrors, metal film mirrors.

Full-spectrum Reflective Mirror

A full-spectrum reflective mirror refers to a mirror that can achieve high reflectivity across a broad spectral range, such as from ultraviolet to infrared. These mirrors typically employ special optical coating techniques to ensure that light at different wavelengths can be effectively reflected.

Anti-Reflection Coatings

Anti-reflection coatings (AR coatings) are designed to reduce reflection losses and enhance transmission. They alter the reflection and transmission characteristics of a material's surface by depositing one or multiple thin layers on the surface.

Applications of mirrors

The application range of mirrors is very broad. Different types of mirrors are designed and manufactured according to their characteristics and application requirements to meet specific optical performance needs. Here are some of the main application areas: optical instruments and equipment, photography and imaging, fiber optic communication, automotive industry, architecture and interior design, solar technology, medical equipment, industrial applications, scientific experiments and research, entertainment and performing arts.

Why choose MLOptic mirrors?

MLOptic offers custom mirror services, with custom requirements covering a wide range of technical specifications from material selection, size specifications, surface treatment to application fields, to meet the specific application needs of different customers.