Vaga Industries delivers custom, complex optics parts that are 100% stress, burr, and distortion-free.
Our non-contact and non-thermal chemical etching process, in combination with low-cost digital tooling, dissolves precise areas of the chosen metal within ±0.020mm [0.0005″] of accuracy—so there’s no potential for burrs and stresses—all at a fixed cost.
Chemical photo etching is a versatile process that’s suitable for nearly all optics-grade metals.
From corrosion-resistant aluminum to copper beryllium to exotic alloys, our team of engineers offers decades of experience with challenging applications. We can help you select and source the most economical, effective metal for your unique requirements that upholds the highest standard for quality and performance.
Chemical etching is a versatile, scalable process that accommodates a wide range of precision optics components, from prototype quantities to high-production volumes. We offer post-processing services such as heat treatments, laser marketing, plating, and more to enhance the reflectivity, corrosion resistance, and performance of every component.
Our team of engineers offers decades of experience working with metals and alloys of various grades and types commonly used in medical components.
Our versatile chemical photo etching service makes use of stainless, ultra-hard steels for instruments, copper alloys, even biocompatible metals for stents, implants, and more.
Burr-free, stress-free parts without the deformation other manufacturing processes can cause.
Get exact repeatability over runs of 100,000 or more. Or cost-effectively produce just a few critical custom parts.
Our photochemical etching process is ISO 9001 and AS9100 certified.
Our experts can help you experiment and draft detailed specs.
We’ve been building a legacy of world-class service since 1968, shipping globally from our workshop in California.