ORO79 is a proprietary hard gold electroplating process developed by Optiforms to address the needs of our Defense and Aerospace customers searching for a gold plating solution with high reflectance, low emissivity, and excellent thermal control properties.
Totally inert with excellent infrared reflectance, this electro-deposited plating is the ideal choice for broadband and laser gold applications.
Deposit Purity 99.99%
The purity testing is run according to ATSM standard procedure B 488-18
Hardness Rating
Meets Class C Rating (130 - 200 Knoop)
The hardness testing is run according to ASTM standard procedure B 578-87.
Emissivity
Complies to ASTM B 488 & Mil-DTL-45204C - Type I, II, III Purity, Class C Hardness
BRDF
Complies to ASTM B 488 & Mil-DTL-45204C - Type I, II, III Purity, Class C Hardness
Plating Specifications
Complies to ASTM B 488 & Mil-DTL-45204C - Type I, II, III Purity, Class C Hardness
Thickness / Class
Based on Customer Specifications
Laser Damage Threshold Specification and Certificate of Compliance Available Upon Request
Optiforms' Gold Plating Capabilities
Type I, II, III Purity, Class C Hardness
Materials Plated
Nickel (Ni)
Aluminum (Al)
Copper (Cu)
Diffusion Barriers
Propietary corrosion resistent, high temperature diffusion barriers
Diffused Surfaces
Onsite diffusion services available or Optiforms can gold plate customer provided substrates
Quality Gold Plating for Coldshields in Infrared Cameras
Coldshields are devices used in infrared camera systems to minimize thermal noise which improves the sensitivity and performance of the camera. Infrared cameras detect infrared radiation emitted by objects, and they work best when the camera's detector is maintained at a lower temperature than the objects being observed. Coldshields are a crucial component in achieving this thermal isolation.
ORO79 outshines
High Reflectivity in the Infrared Region: ORO79 provides a barrier that helps to reduce the radiative heat reaching the detectors from the Dewar walls or other warmer parts of the assembly.
Thermal Conductivity: ORO79 has excellent thermal conductivity to dissipate heat away from the sensitive sensor components, extending performance and extending its operational lifespan.
Corrosion Resistance: ORO79 is resistant to corrosion and oxidation, which is particularly important for systems used in harsh environments, where exposure to moisture, high temperatures, or corrosive substances may be an issue.
Durability and Longevity: The durability of ORO79 and its ability to withstand harsh conditions makes it ideal for infrared systems, ensuring the long-term reliability and performance, particularly in critical applications such as surveillance or defense.
ORO79 delivers performance, reliability, and durability of coldhsields used in Infrared cameras making it a critical consideration for manufacturers in this field.
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