Diamond Tools
for optical excellence
Precision in Perfection
Optical surfaces such as lenses and mirrors play a vital role in a wide range of applications. In modern mechanical engineering and advanced robotics, mirrors and lenses are indispensable components. High-precision optical lenses are also widely used in the medical sector, where they contribute to groundbreaking technologies. In electro-optics, they continue to drive innovation and technological advancement. Whether in medical devices, robotics or industrial applications, premium-quality optical surfaces provide the foundation for precision, reliability and progress.
When it comes to manufacturing optical surfaces and ultra-precise geometries, there is only one choice: diamond tools. Whether for milling or turning applications, only diamond offers the exceptional hardness and precision required to produce mirror-finish surfaces and highly accurate results.
Electrooptics
Today’s mobile phones are equipped with extremely high-quality lenses, as image quality continues to improve at a rapid pace. The surface quality and precision of these lenses must meet the highest standards. Diamond turning tools used for the production of such lenses feature an extremely small tip radius and a controlled waviness of less than 0.10 µm.
All turning tools for this market are custom-made according to customer specifications.
Precision in Perfection
Intraocular Lenses /
Contact Lenses
In every cataract surgery, a plastic lens is implanted into the eye. These lenses are becoming increasingly complex in shape and require higher precision than ever before. A key aspect of IOL manufacturing is that the lens does not require polishing after the machining process—an additional step that can compromise the delicate geometry.
At Diatec, we understand the challenges of these production processes and have developed an innovative range of turning tools in close cooperation with our customers. These tools are specifically designed for pre-machining and polish-free finishing of the lens, ensuring perfect precision while preserving the optimal geometry.
For the milling of haptics in intraocular lenses (IOLs), Diatec has developed an innovative diamond milling tool that is now used worldwide across the industry. This specialized tool has been engineered using state-of-the-art technology and offers outstanding precision and efficiency.
In the production of contact lenses, the accuracy and tool life of diamond tools are of critical importance. Diatec offers a range of turning tools for this sector, available both from our standard catalogue and as custom-made solutions.
Eyeglass Lenses
Diatec offers a comprehensive range of turning tools and milling cutters for the eyeglass lens industry, where quality and tool life are of critical importance. Our products are designed to deliver top performance, ensuring your production processes run smoothly and efficiently. Furthermore, Diatec ensures that the regrinding of these turning tools is carried out with the utmost care, so you can always count on optimal precision and reliability.