RB-SiC Reflecting Mirrors

Semicorex RB-SiC reflecting mirrors are made of high-performance silicon carbide(SiC). 

SiC is the third-generation optical mirror material following glass and metal, combining the rigidity of ceramics and the thermal conductivity of metals. Under the same aperture, the weight of RB-SiC reflecting mirrors are about a quarter to a third of that of the glass mirror, significantly reduce the weight of the optical system, which helps reduce launch costs. The superior thermal stability of SiC allows the reflecting mirror to maintain good dimensional accuracy within a relatively wide temperature range. Its excellent thermal conductivity can ensure rapid heat conduction under extreme temperature differences and effectively suppress mirror deformation. Therefore, RB-SiC reflecting mirrors are suitable for application scenarios with extremely high requirements for optical accuracy and environmental adaptability.

Semicorex can manufacture large-sized, lightweight and integrated complex irregular-shaped reaction-boned silicon carbide reflecting mirrors through the integrated 3D printing forming technology(The maximum diameter of its RB-SiC reflecting mirrors can reach 1500mm). Semicorex can also provide customized services according to the individualized demands of customers. To ensure optical imaging quality and meet the high-resolution requirements of optical systems, RB-SiC reflecting mirrors achieve nanometer-level surface shape accuracy through precise processing and coating technology.

RB-SiC reflecting mirrors have extensive applications in the high-end optical field. Specific application scenarios include reconnaissance imaging systems, high-energy lasers application, laser lidar systems, X-ray synchrotron radiation, vacuum ultraviolet telescopes, astronomical telescopes, meteorological satellites.