Quality Assurance for Custom Optical Components

Quality planning starts with the customer drawing and agreed optical, dimensional, material and cosmetic requirements. Inspection methods, checkpoints and documentation are defined according to the needs of each project.

Our Project Quality Workflow

1. Requirement Review

We review drawings, specifications, materials, coating requirements, operating conditions, quantities and acceptance criteria before manufacturing begins.

2. Mold and Sample Evaluation

For molded optical components, the mold and initial samples are evaluated against the agreed project requirements before repeat production.

3. Process Control

Relevant molding, coating and assembly checkpoints are coordinated around the approved specifications. Project changes are reviewed before implementation.

4. Final Verification

Finished components are checked against the agreed acceptance criteria before shipment. Required inspection records or report formats should be identified during the quotation stage.

Information to Include in Your RFQ

• 2D drawings and 3D models, when available
• Optical and dimensional specifications
• Material and operating-environment requirements
• Cosmetic standards and acceptance criteria
• Coating and assembly requirements
• Sampling plan, inspection records or report format required
• Prototype quantity, estimated annual demand and target schedule

Quality Questions Before Quotation

Can inspection requirements follow our drawing?

Yes. Send the drawing, tolerances and acceptance criteria with the RFQ so the proposed inspection scope can be reviewed before quotation.

Can coating and assembly requirements be included?

Yes. Where coating or assembly is part of the project, include the relevant performance, cosmetic and handling requirements for review.

What information helps prevent delays?

Clear specifications, material requirements, expected quantities, report needs and target dates help the engineering team identify open questions early.

Discuss Your Quality Requirements

Send your project requirements to Silver Optics. Normal inquiries receive a response within 24 hours.