Central Islip, NY [February 20, 2025] Universal Photonics® Incorporated (UPI), global leader in advanced surfacing products and technology, delivers another solution for super-polishing operations particularly on optical finishing in the UV & DUV spectra. S3 - SUPER SMOOTH SURFACTANT, is a high-tech, hi-performance additive to reduce distortion in mid to high spatial frequency.

Adding S3 to the process control system achieves surface roughness levels where even the most excited UV wavelength is minimally affected. In fact, surfacing issues affecting UV texture and laser scatter are alleviated, increasing light transmission and laser power. For most optics and crystals like Fused Silica, NBK-7, most filter glass, Silicon, Silicon Carbide, Sapphire, Zerodur®, CaF2, Ge, ZnSe, and many metals, S3 removes sub-surface damage bringing the bulk damage threshold to the surface.

Engineered for use with pads or pitch, it is an excellent pre-conditioner, as well as a highly effective final cleaner prior to optical coating. S3 - SUPER SMOOTH SURFACTANT delivers a critical finish to significantly enhance the performance and life of optical coatings.

In addition to S3 - SUPER SMOOTH SURFACTANT, Universal Photonics® has a catalog of over 9,000 products and the technical expertise that comes with nearly a century of experience, to meet and exceed the requirements of any critical surfacing application. For more on information on S3 - SUPER SMOOTH SURFACTANT, please visit www.universalphotonics.com