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ZnS Dome Window | Hemispherical Infrared Dome Manufacturer | Felix Glass
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| Categories | IR Optical Dome |
| Brand | FELIX GLASS optical glass Manufacturing base |
| Model | FG--zns-dome-01 |
| Material | ZnS, ZnSe |
| Shape | Hemispherical Dome / Half Sphere |
| Coating | IR Anti-Reflection Coating |
| Application | Thermal Imaging, IR Camera Protection |
| Custom Service | Custom Diameter, Wall Thickness, OEM & Prototype |
| Surface Quality | Precision Polished Optical Surface |
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Custom ZnS Hemispherical Infrared Dome Window
LWIR 8‑14μm Protective Dome For Thermal Imaging Cameras
Dongguan Felix Glass supplies high‑precision ZnS hemispherical IR domes, protective covers for thermal imaging cameras. Optional ZnSe dome alternative, precision polished, available with 8‑14μm IR anti‑reflection coating. Support prototype samples & volume OEM orders.
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IR‑AR Coating | Prototype & OEM Available
Your Infrared Optics Engineering Contact
Direct communication with Felix Glass engineering and sales team for custom ZnS dome window projects.
James Fu
International Sales Director
James supports global OEM customers with custom ZnS / ZnSe hemispherical infrared dome windows for thermal imaging, FLIR and infrared detection systems.
Our engineering team assists customers from drawing review, material selection, coating suggestion and prototype development through final mass‑volume production.
ZnS Hemispherical IR Dome Product Solutions
Custom infrared protective domes manufactured for thermal imaging and IR camera systems.
Uncoated ZnS Dome
Precision polished bare CVD‑ZnS hemispherical dome for infrared protective applications.
IR‑AR Coated ZnS Dome
8‑14μm long‑wave infrared anti‑reflection coated ZnS dome for higher IR transmittance.
Custom‑Size ZnS Dome
Custom outer diameter, wall thickness and edge bevel processed per engineering drawings.
ZnSe Infrared Dome Option
Zinc selenide dome alternative with good infrared transmission for low‑stress IR systems.
High‑Grade Polished ZnS Dome
Tight scratch‑dig surface quality for high‑performance thermal imaging payloads.
Special Custom IR Dome
Non‑standard hemispherical dome geometry made to customer specification drawings.
ZnS Dome Window Technical Datasheet
Custom CVD‑ZnS hemispherical infrared dome windows manufactured against customer drawings for thermal imaging systems.
| Engineering Parameter | Manufacturing Capability |
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| Primary Material | CVD Zinc Sulfide (ZnS) |
| Alternative Substrate | Zinc Selenide (ZnSe) upon request |
| Geometry | Hemispherical / half‑sphere dome window |
| Operating Waveband | Long‑Wave Infrared 8‑14 μm |
| Customizable Parameters | Outer diameter, wall thickness, edge bevel, radius of curvature |
| Coating Option | IR anti‑reflection coating for 8‑14μm / uncoated |
| Surface Finish | Precision optical polishing |
| Surface Quality | Custom scratch & dig specifications available |
| MOQ | 1 pcs prototype available, mass‑production support |
| Lead Time | Sample: 10‑16 working days; Bulk: 25‑40 working days |
| Production Mode | Prototype Samples to OEM Mass‑Production |
Key Advantages of ZnS Hemispherical IR Domes
Mechanical and optical strengths making ZnS preferred protective dome for LWIR thermal imaging devices.
Excellent 8‑14μm LWIR Transmission
CVD‑ZnS delivers stable long‑wave infrared transmittance, well‑suited for thermal camera detection channels.
Good Mechanical Hardness & Ruggedness
Hemispherical ZnS domes provide impact and abrasion resistance for field‑deployed infrared payloads.
IR‑AR Coating Performance Boost
8‑14μm anti‑reflection coating reduces surface reflection and improves thermal‑image signal‑to‑noise performance.
ZnS vs ZnSe Infrared Substrate Comparison
Select between ZnS and ZnSe based on mechanical ruggedness and application environment.
| Engineering Requirement | CVD ZnS | CVD ZnSe |
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| 8‑14μm IR Transmission | ★★★★ Very Good | ★★★★★ Excellent |
| Mechanical Hardness | ★★★★★ High | ★★ Low‑Medium |
| Abrasion / Impact Resistance | High, for external exposed dome | Limited, better for internal optics |
| IR‑AR Coating Compatibility | Fully Supported | Fully Supported |
| Typical Deployment | External protective dome for FLIR / thermal imager | Low‑stress internal infrared optical elements |
How Engineers Spec Custom ZnS Dome Windows
Felix Glass IR‑optics engineers evaluate operating conditions to define dome geometry, material and coating requirements.
Deployment Environment
External exposed vs internal installation, shock, dust and weather exposure define substrate choice.
Optical Requirements
LWIR waveband, transmittance target, need for 8‑14μm IR anti‑reflection coating.
Mechanical Geometry
Outer diameter, wall thickness, radius‑of‑curvature, edge‑bevel and mounting interface.
Production Requirements
Surface scratch‑dig specs, prototype / batch quantity, inspection document expectations.
ZnS Infrared Dome Application Solutions
Hemispherical ZnS protective domes for thermal imaging and infrared surveillance equipment.
FLIR Thermal Imaging Camera
Solution: IR‑AR coated ZnS hemispherical dome
Application: Forward‑looking infrared thermal‑imaging camera payloads.
Benefit: LWIR transmission plus mechanical protection for IR detector optics.
UAV Infrared Surveillance Payload
Solution: Custom‑size CVD‑ZnS protective dome
Application: Drone‑mounted thermal infrared monitoring systems.
Benefit: Light‑weight dome with impact‑resistance for airborne IR equipment.
Ground‑Based IR Surveillance System
Solution: Precision polished ZnS hemispherical dome
Application: Outdoor fixed thermal security‑monitoring cameras.
Benefit: Environmental shielding while preserving long‑wave infrared performance.
ZnS Dome Engineering Project Cases
Reference application scenarios. Final specifications are confirmed against customer drawings and field operating conditions.
FLIR Camera ZnS Protective Dome Project
Customer Requirement: External hemispherical protective dome for field thermal‑imaging FLIR unit working in 8‑14μm band.
Challenge: Dome must survive outdoor mechanical exposure without degrading IR imaging quality.
Solution: CVD‑ZnS dome with 8‑14μm IR‑AR vacuum coating, strict scratch‑dig surface specs.
Engineering objective: Maximize LWIR transmittance and provide rugged external optical protection.
Discuss Your Similar ProjectUAV Thermal Payload ZnS Dome Project
Customer Requirement: Compact custom‑wall‑thickness ZnS dome for drone‑mounted infrared surveillance payload.
Challenge: Balance weight limitation, mechanical robustness and infrared optical performance.
Solution: Custom‑machined thin‑wall ZnS hemispherical dome with targeted edge‑bevel for assembly.
Engineering objective: Meet airborne size‑weight constraints while maintaining dome mechanical reliability.
Get A QuoteSecurity IR Surveillance ZnS Dome Project
Customer Requirement: Hemispherical dome for fixed outdoor thermal‑security monitoring camera.
Challenge: Long‑term outdoor dust and moisture exposure with stable thermal‑imaging readout.
Solution: Precision‑polished ZnS dome with IR‑AR coating, controlled dimensional tolerance for housing sealing.
Engineering objective: Reliable long‑term field deployment for perimeter infrared monitoring.
Send Drawing For ReviewZnS Dome Window Manufacturing Capability
Full‑chain CVD‑ZnS dome processing: raw blank inspection, CNC grinding, polishing, IR‑AR coating and final optical QC.
ZnS Blank Incoming Inspection
Screen CVD‑ZnS raw blanks for inclusions and material defects prior to dome processing.
Special‑Fixture CNC Grinding
Custom fixture setup for hemispherical geometry to control radius‑of‑curvature and wall‑thickness accuracy.
Optical Fine Polishing
High‑grade optical polishing to achieve required scratch‑dig surface quality for IR imaging paths.
LWIR Anti‑Reflection Coating
Vacuum‑deposited IR‑AR coating optimized for 8‑14μm long‑wave infrared thermal‑imaging band.
Multi‑Parameter Final QC
Dimensional metrology, surface defect check and coating spectrum verification before product shipment.
ZnS Dome Production Workflow
Controlled manufacturing workflow supporting prototype validation and long‑term OEM mass‑production for infrared dome projects.
Drawing Engineering Review
Evaluate dome geometry, surface specs, waveband and determine ZnS / ZnSe material selection.
Raw Blank Screening
Inspect CVD‑ZnS blanks for internal defects before dome‑shape machining.
CNC Machining & Polishing
Grind hemispherical near‑net‑shape then fine‑polish inner and outer optical surfaces.
Coating & Multi‑Stage QC
Optional IR‑AR vacuum coating, dimensional, surface and coating‑performance inspection before packing.
ZnS Dome Quality Assurance
Multi‑step quality control for custom hemispherical infrared domes for thermal‑imaging OEM customers.
Dimensional Metrology
Verify outer diameter, wall thickness, curvature radius and edge‑bevel against drawing tolerances.
Optical Surface Inspection
Check scratch‑dig specifications for inner and outer dome optical surfaces.
Coating Spectrum Verification
For coated domes: test IR‑AR coating spectral performance within 8‑14μm target band.
Specialized Protective Packing
Individual foam‑and‑tissue protective packing to avoid dome surface scratches during transit.
Certification & Technical Documents
Felix Glass provides supporting documents for international industrial OEM customers.
Specification Confirmation
Available When Agreed
Available When Agreed
ZnS / ZnSe Spec Sheet
Available When Agreed
Frequently Asked Questions About ZnS Dome Windows
Can you manufacture custom ZnS hemispherical dome windows per drawings?
Yes. Felix Glass produces fully‑custom ZnS hemispherical infrared domes, custom outer diameter, wall thickness, curvature and edge‑bevel based on your engineering drawing.
What is the operating infrared band for ZnS dome?
CVD‑ZnS domes are optimized for long‑wave infrared 8‑14 μm thermal imaging applications.
What coating is available for ZnS infrared dome?
We provide vacuum‑deposited IR anti‑reflection coating tuned for 8‑14μm LWIR band, uncoated domes are also available.
ZnS vs ZnSe dome, which should I choose?
Select ZnS for externally‑mounted protective domes for higher mechanical hardness. ZnSe offers better IR transmission but softer, best for internal low‑stress optical components.
Do you support prototype samples and OEM mass‑production?
Yes, single‑piece prototype sampling is supported, and we can scale‑up to stable volume OEM orders for infrared‑system projects.
Can I send DXF / STEP drawing files for quotation?
Yes, PDF, DXF, DWG and STEP engineering drawing files are accepted for technical evaluation and formal RFQ quotation.
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