What Is an IR Window?
An IR window, short for Infrared Window, is a specialized window or cover crafted from materials with high infrared transmittance.
These windows facilitate the passage of infrared radiation, enabling its detection and imaging. They find widespread use in optical instruments, construction materials, and industrial equipment. Notably, IR windows are extensively employed in optical instruments such as infrared cameras and lasers, as well as in construction materials like insulation materials and security glass.
The fundamental principle underlying IR windows is its ability to transmit infrared radiation, which is then detected and utilized by infrared sensors or cameras. Available in various forms including glass, resin, and ceramics, IR windows possesses key features such as high infrared transmittance, the blocking of visible light, and versatility in shaping and sizing.