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Due to proprietary manufacturing processes, McDanel’s Optical Diffuser has higher transmission and laser induced damage threshold values as compared to traditional fused silica, opal and ceramic diffusers. McDanel has a unique process that eliminates thermal degradation over time ensuring a long diffuser lifespan. Low to zero speckle and highly uniform surfaces make McDanel’s Optical Diffuser consistently reliable. In addition, long diffuser lifespan directly reduces system down times caused by signal degradation (a possible source of signal error issues). **Diffusers can be used in a range of applications including:** - Laser calibration systems including Excimer systems - Medical & dental systems - Avionics & instrument displays - FTIR (infrared spectroscopy) systems - Optical homogenizer for coherent & incoherent light homogenization - Aerospace & navigation systems - Signal homogenizing - Front & rear projection screens ###### Key Features 1. Very low speckle 2. Thermal stability (zero drift over time) 3. High transmission over a broad spectral range 4. Reduction in system down times 5. Cone angles customized to requested needs 6. Thermal shock resistance 7. Excellent signal homogenizing 8. 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