Midwest Optical Systems

01/28/2026

Shape the path of light. 💡

MidOpt® Prisms are custom-engineered optical components designed to redirect, fold or split light within a system. They can optimize space, correct image orientation, or ‒ when paired with specialized coatings ‒ combine or separate light with precision and consistency.

🔗 Learn more ➝ midopt.com/custom-optics/prisms

Optics

Prisms are optical components that typically use several surfaces to redirect, fold, displace and/or transmit light. Produced on a custom basis, they can be used to fit an optical system into a smaller space, change the orientation of an image or, together with appropriate coatings, combine or split...

01/26/2026

Reflect performance where it matters. 💡

MidOpt® Mirrors are available in enhanced aluminum and dielectric types, offered in multiple thicknesses and configurations to meet your exact optical needs. Whether you need to reflect, transmit or block specific wavelengths, these mirrors can be provided in flat sheets or custom shapes for any system.

🔗 Learn more ➝ midopt.com/custom-optics/mirrors

Optics

01/22/2026

Divide and direct light with confidence. 🔦

MidOpt® Beamsplitters are engineered for reliable light control across visible to infrared wavelengths. Available in multiple thicknesses (0.5-3.0mm), with transmission/reflection ratios of 80/20, 50/50, and 30/70, and configurations including cube, plate, or pellicle designs. Each features an AR (anti-reflection) coating for optimal performance.

Custom configurations. Consistent results.
🔗 Learn more ➝ midopt.com/custom-optics/beamsplitters
Optics

01/20/2026

Protection meets precision. 🛡️

MidOpt® Protective Windows safeguard lenses, sensors and lighting systems from dust, debris, and impact – without sacrificing optical performance.

Available in custom sizes and configurations, with optional AR (anti-reflective), hydrophobic, oleophobic or scratch-resistant coatings. Add adhesive backing or silk screening for easy integration.

Built to protect. Designed to perform.
🔗 Learn more ➝ midopt.com/custom-optics/windows-dust-covers

Protective windows and dust covers for camera enclosures, dashboard camera enclosures, LCD screen covers, display covers and thermal imaging with adhesive

01/16/2026

📍 MidOpt® on the Road — January Events

MidOpt® is heading to two key industry events this January.
• A3 Business Forum | Jan 19–21 | Orlando, FL
• SPIE Vision Tech (Photonics West) | Jan 20–22 | Booth #6727 | San Francisco, CA

We’re looking forward to connecting with industry leaders and showcasing SiLWIR® and advanced optical filters for machine vision, automation, and robotics. If you’re attending, stop by and say hello—we’d love to connect.

01/15/2026

📍 A3 Business Forum | Jan 19-21
📌 Orlando, FL
MidOpt® is headed to the A3 Business Forum. We’re looking forward to connecting with industry leaders and discussing the latest trends in automation, robotics and machine vision. See you there.

01/14/2026

When precision matters, every element counts. 🔍

MidOpt® Multi-Element Lenses are custom-engineered to meet specific optical requirements – from cemented achromatic doublets to complete assemblies mounted in aluminum or plastic housings. Designed for performance, alignment and clarity across demanding imaging applications.

Tailored optics, built for precision.
🔗 Learn more ➝ midopt.com/custom-optics/multi-element-lenses

01/13/2026

📍 SPIE Vision Tech | Jan 20-22
📌 Booth #6727, San Francisco, CA
MidOpt® will be showcasing SiLWIR and advanced optical filters and machine vision solutions at Photonics West. Stop by and see us.

01/12/2026

Focus your light with precision. 💡

MidOpt® Cylindrical Lenses magnify along a single axis and can be custom-made with positive or negative focal lengths. Perfect for creating a sharp, well-defined line of light when paired with LED line lights or laser diodes – ideal for inspection, alignment and measurement applications.

Custom optics for focused performance.

🔗 Learn more ➝ midopt.com/custom-optics/cylindrical-lenses
# Custom Optics

Cylindrical lenses have their “power” or magnification in only one axis or direction, and can be custom manufactured with positive or negative focal lengths. In machine vision applications they are commonly used in conjunction with LED line lights or laser diodes to generate a well defined band or...

01/08/2026

Precision optics start with the right lens. 🔍

MidOpt® Spherical Lenses are custom-produced to meet your exact optical requirements.

Choose from designs like Plano-Convex, Bi-Convex and Meniscus (positive or negative), with optional AR (anti-reflection) or specialty coatings for enhanced performance.

Built for precision. Designed for clarity.
🔗 Learn more ➝ midopt.com/custom-optics/spherical-lenses
Lenses Optics

01/06/2026

Need to capture sharper close-up images? 🔍

MidOpt® Extension Rings make it easy to focus closer and reveal more detail – perfect for precision inspection and short-distance imaging.

✅ Decrease MOD (minimum object distance)
✅ Increase magnification without changing lenses
✅ Available individually or in convenient 4- or 6-piece sets

Enhance your setup for applications that demand clarity and precision.
🔗 Learn more ➝ midopt.com/accessories/extension-rings

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from all of us at MidOpt!

Wishing you a bright, successful, and innovative 2026.
Thank you for your continued partnership, we look forward to another year of moving machine vision forward.