MKS Announces New MWIR Zoom Lens for 10µm SXGA Detectors, Scalable up to 1200mm Focal Length

The Ophir® SupIR-X 15-300mm f/4 High Resolution MWIR Zoom Lens Sets a New Standard in Long-Range Thermal Imaging [Link] Andover, MA, October 20, 2025 - MKS Inc. (NASDAQ: MKSI), a global provider of enabling technologies that transform our world, has announced the Ophir® SupIR-X 15-300mm f/4 Mid-Wave Infrared (MWIR) Continuous Zoom Lens at ADEX Seoul. Purpose-built for 10 µm SXGA (1280 x 1024 pixels) detectors, this next-generation optical solution delivers unmatched clarity, precision, and operational reach for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions across air, land, and sea. Built on a proven legacy and engineered for modern ISR needs, the SupIR-X 15-300mm f/4 lens fully unlocks the thermal imaging performance of 10 µm SXGA detectors. The SupIR-X lens delivers high-performance MWIR imagery with low distortion, line-of-sight (LOS) stability, and boresight retention. The lens is fully compatible with the Ophir extender ecosystem, scaling up to 1200 mm focal length, extending detection ranges beyond 26 km for vehicle targets while maintaining a constant f/4 aperture. An integrated mechanical shutter also ensures consistent image quality in dynamic environments. "Optical precision and reach have long been a challenge for ISR missions," said Dr. Kobi Lasri, General Manager of Ophir Optics. "The SupIR-X 15-300mm f/4 lens represents a generational leap in MWIR zoom technology. Designed specifically for SXGA 10 µm detectors and integrated with the Ophir long-range extender suite, it empowers ISR electro-optics systems with the clarity, resolution, and range required for today's evolving missions." [Link] Specifications: The SupIR-X 15-300mm f/4 lens, optimized for 10 µm SXGA MWIR detectors in the 3.6-4.2 µm and 3.6-4.9 µm spectral bands, delivers a horizontal field of view (FOV) from 45° (wide FOV) down to 2.4° (Narrow FOV) with high spatial resolution and low distortion across the full image. It provides high transmission of 92% (high durability) and features high-speed motorized focus (<1 sec) and fast zooming (≤8 sec). An integrated shutter supports mechanical non-uniformity correction (NUC), while an extended back focal length (BFL) eases system integration. The SupIR-X lens is fully compatible with 19.4 mm and 20.5 mm cold shield height detectors supporting a wide range of leading MWIR sensors. Rugged yet compact, it measures Ø93.4×132 mm, weighs approximately 1 kg, and withstands -32 °C to +80 °C operating conditions with IP67 front element sealing. The new lens is compatible with the Ophir optical extender ecosystem, allowing focal lengths to scale from 30 mm up to 1200 mm. Available configurations include: 30-600 mm, 35-690 mm, 45-900 mm, and 60-1200 mm, enabling vehicle detection ranges of more than 26 km under standard operational conditions. Mission-Ready Versatility: Available in high durability and hard carbon coating configurations, the SupIR-X lens is engineered for the harshest environments. With motorized focus and zoom, rapid response, and ruggedized mechanics, it is mission-ready for border and homeland security, long-range ISR, counter-UAS operations, critical infrastructure protection, coastal and maritime surveillance, law enforcement, and civil defense. Availability: The SupIR-X 15-300mm f/4 MWIR zoom lens is available now. OEM pricing is available on request. Discover the SupIR-X Series Video Product data sheet (PDF) Sales Inquiries: [email protected] About MKS Inc. MKS Inc. enables technologies that transform our world. We deliver foundational technology solutions to leading edge semiconductor manufacturing, electronics and packaging, and specialty industrial applications. We apply our broad science and engineering capabilities to create instruments, subsystems, systems, process control solutions and specialty chemicals technology that improve process performance, optimize productivity and enable unique innovations for many of the world's leading technology and industrial companies. Our solutions are critical to addressing the challenges of miniaturization and complexity in advanced device manufacturing by enabling increased power, speed, feature enhancement, and optimized connectivity. Our solutions are also critical to addressing ever-increasing performance requirements across a wide array of specialty industrial applications. Additional information can be found at https://www.mks.com. About Ophir Ophir is a brand within the MKS Photonics Solutions Division. The Ophir product portfolio consists of laser and LED measurement products, including laser power and energy meters, laser beam profilers measuring femto-watt to hundred-kilowatt lasers, high-performance IR and visible optical elements, IR thermal imaging lenses and zoom lenses for defense and commercial applications, OEM and replacement high-quality optics and sub-assemblies for CO2 and high-power fiber laser material processing applications. Ophir products enhance our customers' capabilities and productivity in the semiconductor, electronics and packaging, and specialty industrial markets. For more information, visit https://www.ophiropt.com. Ophir Contact: Vered Aizenshtat, Marcom Manager Photonics Solution Division, Ophir Optics Business Unit Science-Based Industrial Park, Har Hotzvim Jerusalem 9145001, Israel Tel: +972-52-2550566 E-mail: [email protected] Web: https://www.ophiropt.com/infrared-optics PR Contact: Shari Worthington Telesian Technology Telephone: +1 508-397-6345 Email: [email protected]