Metal coatings are often used in systems where a very broadband reflector or beamsplitter is needed. Metal coatings can also be an excellant choice when an economical coating is especially important.

	Enhanced first surface Aluminum The front surface of the enhanced aluminum mirror coating reflects an average of 93% over the visible spectrum (450-650nm)
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	Protected Gold Mirror The Protected Gold Mirror coating reflects an average of 97% over the spectrum (700-2000nm)
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Examples of common metal coating applications include telescope mirrors, neutral density filters, and general purpose laboratory mirrors. Metals commonly deposited at ZC&R include aluminum, chromium, silver, and inconel.

The metal coatings given as examples in this group are meant to give some ideas on what is possible with metal coatings. If your system requires a custom or modified metal coating, we would be happy to be of service.