Protected silver mirrorcoating

Protected gold mirrors have a thin dielectric overcoat that provides durability for the soft gold underneath, which otherwise should not be touched or cleaned. When your application requires high reflectivity in the NIR or IR spectrum, these mirrors excel with Ravg >96% from 700 – 2000nm and Ravg >98% from 2 - 10µm.

The disadvantage of choosing a protected silver mirror is its propensity to oxidize over time. The protective dielectric overcoat is helpful but these mirrors will eventually tarnish, and environmental factors such as humidity will accelerate the process.

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Advanced Optics fabricates protected aluminum mirrors in almost any configuration from commercial grade down to 1/20 wave. For further information on how we can help you design the proper optical mirror for your application please visit our optical manufacturing capabilities page.

Interior renovations include a reimagined lobby that features the Hatters Hall of Fame, reorganizes ticketing, concessions, restrooms, and circulation to maximize lobby space creating an identifiable and clear spectator sequence. The lobby also improves the recruiting experience by providing space to showcase the traditions of Stetson Athletics that promote what it means to become a Hatter. Renovations to the second floor include reworking the athletic suites to incorporate more office space as well as creating a VIP Lounge and meeting area for guests to the arena. Future phases improve the athletes’ experiences for practice, training, and performance. This includes improvements to the performance court for game day, providing an additional practice gym, and renovations to locker rooms and training space.

The disadvantage of this common, general-purpose coating is the dip in reflectivity at 880nm, which is due to the aluminum and enhanced by the overcoat. However, protected aluminum mirrors can be customized by centering the coating at a specific wavelength to maximize reflectivity where it matters most to your application. This makes protected aluminum mirrors not only economical but flexible enough to be used in a wide range of applications.

Advanced Optics fabricates protected silver mirrors in almost any configuration from commercial grade down to 1/20 wave. For further information on how we can help you design the proper optical mirror for your application please visit our optical manufacturing capabilities page.

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Recognizing that the existing arena struggles to be inviting to spectators due to its solid, concrete-box nature, Stetson’s goal is to create a fan experience that is more commensurate with a high-level Division 1 athletic program. Situated at the north end of Rinker Field, S3’s new design creates an arrival experience and new building image that provides a transparent and welcoming entry from the campus. The modern aesthetic of warm wood tones and glass anchors the campus with a fresh identity for Athletics while maintaining the charm and scale of its neighborhood.

In addition to our standard UV enhanced aluminum coating, Advanced Optics offers a deep UV enhanced aluminum coating for use down to 190nm.

The disadvantage of choosing a protected silver mirror is its propensity to oxidize over time. The protective dielectric overcoat is helpful but these mirrors will eventually tarnish, and environmental factors such as humidity will accelerate the process.

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In 2016, S3 Design completed a feasibility study for a phased renovation and expansion to achieve Stetson’s vision for the facility. In 2020, Stetson reached back out to S3 to rework the study and determine how to phase the project with an a la carte menu of renovations and estimated cost. In 2022, Stetson hired S3 to commence with the design of the Phase 1 renovation and addition per the study.

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Metallic coated optical mirrors are coated with various metals to provide reflectivity across the UV, VIS, and IR spectra making them an excellent choice for a wide range of applications. When choosing a metallic coating, one should carefully consider the following:

Enhanced aluminum mirrors are overcoated with a thin dielectric layer that provides protection and durability to the fragile aluminum underneath, which otherwise should not be touched or wiped. Enhanced aluminum mirrors can be specifically tailored to improve reflectivity in either the UV or the visible spectrum, thereby extending their application range.

Protected silver mirrors have a thin dielectric overcoat that provides durability and prevents the silver underneath from rapid oxidation. These mirrors offer higher reflectivity over a broader spectral range than aluminum coated mirrors with Ravg > 97.5% from 450 – 2000nm and Ravg > 98% from 2 – 20µm. This makes them ideal for applications that require high, fairly flat reflectivity over the visible and NIR spectrum.

Advanced Optics can help you customize your protected gold coating to meet your reflectivity requirements. We fabricate protected gold mirrors in almost any configuration from commercial grade down to 1/20 wave. Please visit our optical manufacturing capabilities page to see how we can help you meet your requirements.

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Advanced Optics manufactures optical mirrors that offer reflectivity from 190nm – 20µm. Please visit our technical bare (unprotected) metallic coatings page to learn more about mirrors without a protective overcoat.

UV and DUV Enhanced Aluminum Mirrors Enhancing the aluminum in the UV spectrum provides Ravg >90% 250 – 450nm and Ravg >85% 250 – 700nm.

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Protected aluminum is a popular choice in the visible spectrum due to its low cost and good reflectivity with Ravg >85% from 400 – 700nm. It continues to provide good reflectivity into the NIR spectrum with Ravg >90% 400 – 2000nm making it an excellent choice for many broadband applications.

Having served as the home for intercollegiate athletics since 1974, the Edmunds Center at Stetson University needed updating to reflect the university’s athletic traditions and provide a venue that is on par with peer institutions. The primary goal for the project is to better utilize the existing building to improve function and image and to showcase the excitement generated by Hatter excellence and intercollegiate sports.

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Protected aluminum mirrors are coated with aluminum and a ½ wave of either silicon monoxide or silicon dioxide overcoat. The choice of overcoat may need to be considered due to the thermal implications of how each is applied and the wavelength of intended use. Either overcoat provides abrasion resistance for the soft aluminum underneath, which should otherwise not be touched or cleaned. The protective overcoat also keeps the aluminum from oxidizing over time.

As with our standard protected aluminum coatings, Advanced Optics can design UV enhanced aluminum and visible spectrum enhanced aluminum coatings centered at a specific wavelength to maximize reflectivity in the area of the spectrum that matters most to your application. Advanced Optics fabricates enhanced aluminum mirrors in almost any configuration from commercial grade down to 1/20 wave. Please visit our optical manufacturing capabilities page to see how we can help you meet your requirements.

22,990 SF renovation + addition (63,850 GSF total facility)New vertical circulation with ADA upgradesSouth lobby renovation and expansionAdded restroom capacity with ADA upgrades84-seat balcony Telescoping seating + replacement of existing grandstandsSound system with multi-media capabilities + improved acoustics

Advanced Optics fabricates protected silver mirrors in almost any configuration from commercial grade down to 1/20 wave.  Please visit our optical manufacturing capabilities page for additional information

Silver can be enhanced to provide 99% reflectivity at a specific wavelength between 400nm – 20µm. However, the overall curve is not as flat as standard protected silver as illustrated in the curve below, which is optimized at 520nm.