Modern combat platforms depend on optical systems that perform flawlessly in extreme environments—dust, heat, vibration, and complete darkness. OPTEX, through its Applied Optics Center (AOC), is strengthening its position as a critical supplier of advanced optical assemblies, thin-film coatings, and laser protection systems, including components supporting DDAN / M36 Driver Day-Night Sight systems used in armored vehicles.
OPTEX’s portfolio includes optical assemblies compatible with DDAN / M36 sight architectures. These systems enable armored vehicle operators to maintain visibility in both daytime and nighttime conditions, ensuring operational mobility regardless of lighting or battlefield conditions.
The company manufactures precision optical components and assemblies that integrate into complex military sight systems, including:
These components form the optical backbone of systems used in armored platforms such as main battle tanks and other ground vehicles.
OPTEX demonstrates manufacturing credibility through both volume and long-term defense program participation:
This scale validates OPTEX’s ability to deliver high-precision optics at defense production volumes.
At the core of OPTEX’s optical performance advantage is its advanced thin-film coating capability, including Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) coatings applied using Plasma-Enhanced Chemical Vapor Deposition (PECVD).
These coatings provide critical performance benefits:
These features ensure long operational life in battlefield and aerospace environments.
OPTEX operates a dedicated optical manufacturing facility with:
Environmental testing capabilities include:
This allows OPTEX to qualify components for demanding military standards.
OPTEX is also expanding into reticle manufacturing, producing precision patterned optical elements used in weapon optics and targeting systems. Capabilities include:
This vertical integration strengthens OPTEX’s ability to deliver fully integrated optical subsystems.
OPTEX’s optical technologies support a wide range of defense applications:
As defense platforms continue to evolve, demand for durable, high-performance optical components continues to increase. OPTEX’s combination of coating technology, manufacturing scale, and defense program experience positions the company as a reliable supplier for next-generation military optical systems.
OPTEX continues to expand its role in the defense optics supply chain, including support for DDAN / M36 sight systems and other mission-critical optical applications. With advanced coating technologies, vertically integrated manufacturing, and proven production scale, the company delivers optical solutions designed to perform in the harshest operational environments.
