Reverse-Engineering Custom Sapphire Optical Components from a Physical Sample
Yes — send a physical sapphire optic and SunYin Sapphire reverse-engineers it. We scan the part, rebuild the drawing and prototype on our full in-house chain — Kyropoulos crystal growth, CNC forming, lapping, polishing and vacuum coating. Prototypes run 1–2 weeks and ship with metrology data.
Reverse engineering is one of our supported services
For legacy instruments, discontinued parts or "make it like this one" requests, no drawing is required to start. We characterise the sample dimensionally, agree the target specification with you, then cut a prototype from our own crystal.
Metrology you receive with the prototype
| Instrument | What it verifies |
|---|---|
| 3D projector | Full contour and dimensions |
| Automatic flash measuring system | Fast dimensional inspection |
| Spectrophotometer | Transmission 380–780 nm; AR performance |
| Contact-angle tester | AF water contact angle (≥115° initial) |
| Hardness / abrasion testers | Pencil & Mohs hardness, steel-wool cycles |
Frequently asked questions
Can you reverse-engineer from a physical sample?
Yes — dimensional scanning, drawing rebuild, then prototype. No drawing needed to start.
How long does a reverse-engineered prototype take?
Typically 1–2 weeks, depending on geometry and coating.
Is my sample data kept confidential?
Yes — we sign an NDA before receiving samples.
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