Traditional interferometry has remained largely unchanged for decades, requiring expensive hardware, manual processes, and specialized expertise. Wavefront Pro represents a fundamental shift towards accessible, real-time optical testing that delivers professional results at a fraction of the cost.
Cost vs Traditional Systems
Sequential Component Testing
200ms Wavefront Updates
| Feature | Wavefront Pro | Traditional Systems |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Investment | ||
| Hardware Cost |
$4,000/year rental Zero upfront investment |
$50,000+ Upfront hardware purchase |
| Software License |
Included in rental Free updates included |
$10,000-30,000 Separate licensing fees |
| Setup & Training |
Included 2-3 days setup |
Additional cost 1-2 weeks setup |
| Speed & Efficiency | ||
| Testing Speed |
Real-time (200ms) Continuous video stream |
5-30 seconds per test Manual photo capture |
| Sequential Testing |
Instant component swap Auto-fit with one click |
Manual recalibration Stop, adjust, restart cycle |
| Data Processing |
Automatic Live wavefront fitting |
Post-processing Delayed results |
| Ease of Use | ||
| User Interface |
Modern, intuitive Minimal training required |
Complex legacy UI Extensive training needed |
| Camera Integration |
Plug & play Basler camera support |
Proprietary cameras Vendor lock-in |
| Maintenance |
Software-based Remote updates |
On-site service Expensive service calls |
| Flexibility | ||
| Hardware Compatibility |
Existing setups Convert with camera kit |
Complete replacement Proprietary systems |
| Scalability |
Multi-user licenses Up to 5 users included |
Single workstation Additional licenses costly |
Unlike traditional systems that capture static images, Wavefront Pro processes live video streams at 200ms intervals. This enables immediate feedback and eliminates the stop-start workflow of conventional interferometry.
Our software-first approach with hardware rental eliminates massive upfront investments. Convert existing interferometers with a simple camera upgrade, or rent complete systems for the cost of traditional software licenses alone.
Revolutionary one-click auto-fitting eliminates manual interferogram adjustment. Simply place a new component and click - the system automatically detects and fits the circular outline, enabling rapid sequential testing.
Real-time feedback transforms learning experiences. Students can observe wavefront changes instantly as they adjust components, building intuitive understanding impossible with traditional delayed-result systems.
Built for team environments with multi-user licenses included. Install on multiple workstations without additional licensing fees, enabling parallel testing workflows that traditional single-seat systems can't match.
Purpose-built with modern development practices. Regular updates, cloud connectivity, and intuitive interfaces replace the legacy software and complex workflows that plague traditional interferometry systems.
We believe in transparency. Here are the current limitations of Wavefront Pro and our plans to address them:
Currently supports spherical surfaces only. Aspheric testing capabilities are actively in development and will be available in a future update.
MTF (Modulation Transfer Function) and Ronchi-Foucault calculations are planned features on our development roadmap for enhanced testing capabilities.
Want to influence our roadmap? Contact us to discuss your specific testing requirements.
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