SCHOTT® Luminous Diffusers

SCHOTT laser diffuser technology continues to propel light-based therapies forward to improve patient health. High-precision glass-based diffusers deliver uniform laser light for minimally invasive surgery and the treatment of skin and gum conditions, while supporting the fight against cancer.

High homogeneity and light radiation efficiency

Advanced and precise light-based therapies require a highly homogenous light output, and SCHOTT® Luminous Diffusers achieve industry-leading levels of performance. Perfected and verified through extensive tests, they offer excellent radiation homogeneity and an optical efficiency of more than 80 %.

Full range of service capabilities

SCHOTT provides full support throughout your customer journey – from early-stage development, component design and prototyping, through application engineering and customization, to high-volume serial production. SCHOTT is also well-versed in the microassembly of complex components and light guides, and the addition of biocompatible surface treatments and coatings.

Product variants

SCHOTT® Luminous Diffusers are available in several distinct geometries, each geared towards different applications. Cylindrical fiber diffusers, for example, suit the requirements of photodynamic and photoimmuno therapy, while spherical diffusers are widely used in laser-induced thermal therapies.

Setting new standards for laser delivery

Achieving extremely homogeneous radiation characteristics with high power and efficiency is challenging. SCHOTT offers state-of-the-art laser delivery solutions that boast outstanding technical properties. Development of the proprietary glass-based material was a result of our 130 years of experience in glass processing and deep knowledge of the transport of light through glass. This results in highly durable components in a variety of wavelength ranges.

Key features:

• High homogeneity: Uniform radiation characteristics optimize performance in demanding applications.
• High optical efficiency: More than 80 % of laser light is transferred.
• High power: Throughput of up to 20 W is supported.
• Low heat emissions: A high level of temperature resistance means heat emissions are kept to a minimum.
• Broad wavelength range: Consistent performance is achieved at visible and NIR wavelengths up to 2,000 nm.