ABOUT

Established in 2010, Principal Optics is an optical design consultancy dedicated to delivering innovative solutions. We specialise in developing optical designs tailored to the unique requirements of your project, whether it is for commercial products, industrial tools, or research instrumentation.

We have a proven track record of effective collaboration with a diverse range of organizations, including:

• International companies
• Start-ups
• SMEs
• National measurement laboratories
• Research institutes

We pride ourselves on our ability to work seamlessly with any team, whether they are new to the field or are seasoned experts with extensive technical experience.

DESIGN SERVICES

We specialize in developing solutions tailored to your unique technical specifications, whether your project requires a simple off-the-shelf lens or a complex, multi-element design. Beyond design services, we offer proof-of-concept simulation and troubleshooting of existing systems. Design and simulation work is typically carried out using Zemax OpticsStudio.

Our extensive expertise encompasses a broad spectrum, including:

• Objective lenses
• Visible and IR camera lenses
• Reflective optics
• LED illumination systems
• Spectrometers
• IR detector optics
• Relay lenses

Some specific examples we've delivered recently include:

• Laser rangefinders
• A wavelength-tunable source
• Medical loupes
• A handheld viewer
• Image relay lenses for a laser ablation system

Outside of conventional optical problems, our expertise allows us to solve unusual and novel problems. We've been involved in, for example:

• The safety of reflective artworks and buildings
• Implementation of solar collectors
• Configuration of space calibration systems

CONTACT US

Principal Optics provides optical design services to clients worldwide from our base in Reading, Berkshire, UK.

Please get in touch to discuss your project.