Expert Custom Optics Manufacturing and Ordering

Transform your optical concepts into reality with Apollo Optical Systems' comprehensive custom optics manufacturing. From initial design through precision manufacturing to final assembly, we deliver world-class polymer and precision optics for medical, defense, automotive, and industrial applications with proven expertise since 2002.

Advanced custom optical components and manufacturing equipment in precision facility

Our Custom Optics Manufacturing Services

Complete optical solutions from design to delivery with advanced manufacturing capabilities.

Optical Design

Comprehensive optical and mechanical design services with ZEMAX®, CODE V®, and SOLIDWORKS® for integrated opto-mechanical solutions including tolerance analysis and design verification.

Diamond Turning

Precision single-point diamond turning for optical surfaces including aspheric, spherical, diffractive, and Fresnel components from 1mm to 300mm diameter with superior surface finishes.

Polymer Injection Molding

High-quality injection-molded polymer optics with consistent performance for low and high-volume production, including specialized materials like Zeonex, Zeonor, and Ultem.

Optical Coatings

Advanced thin-film optical coatings for plastic and glass components including anti-reflective, mirror, filter, and beamsplitter coatings for UV, visible, and NIR ranges.

Assembly Services

Complete optical assembly capabilities from UV cemented doublets to complex multi-element systems with over 25 years of experience in medical and industrial applications.

Metrology Testing

Comprehensive quality assurance with advanced metrology equipment including CMM systems, interferometers, and optical profilers to ensure precision and performance standards.

Service Process

Our 5-Step Custom Optics Process

Design Consultation and Requirements Analysis

Our optical engineers collaborate with your team to understand application requirements, performance specifications, and manufacturing constraints. We conduct thorough feasibility analysis using advanced optical design software to optimize your concept for both performance and manufacturability.

Optical and Mechanical Design Development

Prototype Fabrication and Testing

Production Tooling and Process Development

Full-Scale Manufacturing and Quality Assurance

Trusted By Industry Leaders

Success Stories

Delivering precision optics solutions across medical, defense, and industrial sectors.

"Apollo's Single-Point Diamond Turning capabilities are exceptional. We needed precision optical components with <½ wave surface figure, and they delivered flawlessly. Their expertise with polymer materials ensured quality without compromise."

Dr. Sarah Chen

"We faced a critical design flaw in our diffractive optics prototype. Apollo's Design Verification service identified and resolved the issue in two weeks. Their rapid response saved our product launch timeline."

James Mitchell

"For optics manufacturing, Apollo stands apart. Their Zeonor material expertise and Anti-Reflective Coatings reduced our system weight by 30% while improving optical performance. True market leaders in precision optics."

Rachel Patel

"Their Polymer Injection Molding team completed our high-volume order in half the expected timeframe. The consistency and quality of parts met our exacting tolerances immediately. Outstanding responsiveness."

Michael Torres

"Apollo's Optical Coating Service delivered outstanding value. Their in-house coating fixtures and advanced dielectric techniques achieved superior AR performance while keeping costs competitive. Exceptional ROI on our investment."

Dr. Kevin Wu

"We've partnered with Apollo for seven years. Their Tolerance Analysis and Design for Manufacturing reviews have become integral to our product development. A trusted advisor we genuinely depend on."

Patricia Anderson

"Their Metrology and Testing capabilities using Zygo interferometers and CMM systems provided unprecedented precision verification. The Nomarski Microscope analysis revealed surface details that ensured our specifications matched reality."

David Kowalski

"In optics manufacturing, Apollo demonstrates clear competitive advantage. Their Assembly Services—from UV-bonded doublets to complex endoscopes—combined with ISO and GMP compliance, positions them as the trusted industry standard."

Dr. Elizabeth Hayes

"Apollo's Single-Point Diamond Turning capabilities are exceptional. We needed precision optical components with <½ wave surface figure, and they delivered flawlessly. Their expertise with polymer materials ensured quality without compromise."

Dr. Sarah Chen

"We faced a critical design flaw in our diffractive optics prototype. Apollo's Design Verification service identified and resolved the issue in two weeks. Their rapid response saved our product launch timeline."

James Mitchell

"For optics manufacturing, Apollo stands apart. Their Zeonor material expertise and Anti-Reflective Coatings reduced our system weight by 30% while improving optical performance. True market leaders in precision optics."

Rachel Patel

"Their Polymer Injection Molding team completed our high-volume order in half the expected timeframe. The consistency and quality of parts met our exacting tolerances immediately. Outstanding responsiveness."

Michael Torres

"Apollo's Optical Coating Service delivered outstanding value. Their in-house coating fixtures and advanced dielectric techniques achieved superior AR performance while keeping costs competitive. Exceptional ROI on our investment."

Dr. Kevin Wu

"We've partnered with Apollo for seven years. Their Tolerance Analysis and Design for Manufacturing reviews have become integral to our product development. A trusted advisor we genuinely depend on."

Patricia Anderson

"Their Metrology and Testing capabilities using Zygo interferometers and CMM systems provided unprecedented precision verification. The Nomarski Microscope analysis revealed surface details that ensured our specifications matched reality."

David Kowalski

"In optics manufacturing, Apollo demonstrates clear competitive advantage. Their Assembly Services—from UV-bonded doublets to complex endoscopes—combined with ISO and GMP compliance, positions them as the trusted industry standard."

Dr. Elizabeth Hayes

"Apollo's Single-Point Diamond Turning capabilities are exceptional. We needed precision optical components with <½ wave surface figure, and they delivered flawlessly. Their expertise with polymer materials ensured quality without compromise."

Dr. Sarah Chen

"We faced a critical design flaw in our diffractive optics prototype. Apollo's Design Verification service identified and resolved the issue in two weeks. Their rapid response saved our product launch timeline."

James Mitchell

"For optics manufacturing, Apollo stands apart. Their Zeonor material expertise and Anti-Reflective Coatings reduced our system weight by 30% while improving optical performance. True market leaders in precision optics."

Rachel Patel

"Their Polymer Injection Molding team completed our high-volume order in half the expected timeframe. The consistency and quality of parts met our exacting tolerances immediately. Outstanding responsiveness."

Michael Torres

"Apollo's Optical Coating Service delivered outstanding value. Their in-house coating fixtures and advanced dielectric techniques achieved superior AR performance while keeping costs competitive. Exceptional ROI on our investment."

Dr. Kevin Wu

"We've partnered with Apollo for seven years. Their Tolerance Analysis and Design for Manufacturing reviews have become integral to our product development. A trusted advisor we genuinely depend on."

Patricia Anderson

"Their Metrology and Testing capabilities using Zygo interferometers and CMM systems provided unprecedented precision verification. The Nomarski Microscope analysis revealed surface details that ensured our specifications matched reality."

David Kowalski

"In optics manufacturing, Apollo demonstrates clear competitive advantage. Their Assembly Services—from UV-bonded doublets to complex endoscopes—combined with ISO and GMP compliance, positions them as the trusted industry standard."

Dr. Elizabeth Hayes
The Apollo Advantage

Why Choose Apollo Optical Systems?

Experience the Apollo difference with our integrated approach to precision optics.

End-to-End Capabilities

Complete optical solutions from design through manufacturing and assembly under one roof.

Proven Expertise

Over 20 years of precision optics experience with advanced manufacturing technologies and processes.

Quality Without Compromise

State-of-the-art metrology and testing ensures every component meets exact specifications and performance requirements.

Innovation That Scales

From prototype to high-volume production with flexible manufacturing solutions and cost-effective pathways.

Meet The Apollo Team

Precision optics experts delivering innovative solutions.

Apollo Optical Systems was born from innovation at the University of Rochester's Institute of Optics in 1989, when pioneering researchers Dr. G. Michael Morris, Dr. Dean Faklis, and Dr. Milton Chang founded Rochester Photonics Corporation to commercialize emerging diffractive and micro-optics technologies. After navigating industry changes and a management buyout in 2002, Apollo emerged as an independent leader in precision polymer optics. Today, we operate from our advanced 21,000 square foot facility, combining decades of optical expertise with cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities. Our team of scientists and engineers continues the tradition of transforming complex optical concepts into reliable, scalable solutions for demanding applications across medical, defense, automotive, and industrial markets.

20+ YearsManufacturing Excellence
21,000 sq ftAdvanced Facility
Multiple IndustriesServed Successfully

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of custom optical components can you manufacture?

We manufacture a wide range of optical components including aspheric and spherical lenses, diffractive optics, Fresnel lenses, microlens arrays, optical diffusers, prisms, and complex multi-element assemblies using advanced polymer materials and precision manufacturing techniques.

What materials do you work with for optical components?

What is your typical lead time for custom optics projects?

Do you provide optical design services or just manufacturing?

What quality standards and testing do you maintain?

Can you handle both prototype and high-volume production?

What industries do you primarily serve?

Do you offer coating services for optical components?

Ready to Start Your Custom Optics Project?

Contact our optical engineering team for a consultation and project assessment.

Trusted & Proven

Awards and Recognition

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ISO Compliance

Quality Management Standards

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FDA Protocols

Medical Device Standards

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GMP Standards

Good Manufacturing Practices

Get Started with Your Custom Optics Project

Contact our optical engineering team to discuss your requirements and receive a detailed project assessment.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 585-272-6170 You can also send us a quick email at