Midwest Optical Systems Information

A manufacturer of custom precision optical components and imaging solutions since 1988, Midwest Optical Systems - MidOpt - is recognized as the world’s leading resource for off-the-shelf and custom machine vision filters, lenses and accessories used in industrial imaging applications. MidOpt has an extensive history in optical component design, fabrication and inspection, and continues to develop innovative new products for industrial imaging that are simply not found elsewhere. Industries served: machine vision, security, surveillance, LPR, scientific, bio-medical and NDVI. MidOpt’s complete line of filters cover the visible, near-infrared and UV spectrums. They represent the easiest, most cost effective method for ensuring the reliability, stability and repeatability of industrial imaging systems. MidOpt filters are rugged; environmentally stable; heat and solvent resistant; non-hygroscopic and oleophobic, and are easy to maintain. Various designs are available for use in: · Refining color recognition and improving separation of subject matter · Easy viewing of desired features through contrast enhancement · Elimination of glare or hot spots from highly reflective surfaces · Saving cost, space and system maintenance and start-up time by eliminating the need for shrouding · Protecting camera lenses and lighting from dust, scratching and inhospitable environments · Enhancing lens resolving capability by greatly reducing chromatic aberrations. · Boosting system speed and efficiency while substantially decreasing false accepts/false rejects. · Reducing required luminous intensity, thereby saving on lighting cost and maximizing the lifespan of LED or other light sources. MidOpt offers the largest variety of threaded filter mount sizes and types in stock ranging from M13.25 to M105. MidOpt filters can be fastened to any camera lens with the appropriate mounting solution. Unmounted filters are offered in custom shapes and sizes.