Anti-reflective vacuum coating machine BOXER series

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Overview
The BOXER series is a versatile ophthalmic vacuum thin-film coater for production of Rx and stock eyeglass lenses. Available in multiple configurations (notably BOXER 900 and BOXER 1100), the platform supports broadband anti-reflection, mirror and gradient coatings with typical throughput from 270 to 700 pairs per 8 h depending on model and setup.

Key benefits

• Compact footprint: engineered layout reduces required floor space and simplifies handling and maintenance.
• Flexible production: multiple versions address both prescription (Rx) and stock-lens workflows and allow capacity expansion.
• Mid- to high-volume capability: suitable for medium and larger production runs with configurable throughput options.

Highlight features

• High throughput: proprietary process components combined with an optimized pumping station and chamber-sized cold traps deliver short door-to-door cycle times.
• Uniformity control: BOXER 900 and BOXER 1100 use two uniformity masks (one fixed, one movable) plus a variable distribution mask system for controlled deposition rate and high coating uniformity.
• Smart machine design: dome options (segmented 90°/120° or full dome), minimized substrate exchange times and easily replaceable proprietary crucibles speed up production changeover.

Other features

• Connectivity and service: network-ready for remote analysis, extensive data logging and remote software upgrades.
• Process library: proven proprietary process devices and layer stacks available or customizable to application requirements.
• Maintenance: design focused on easy cleaning and fast serviceability.
• Model options: BOXER 900 and BOXER 1100 to match different production scales.

More information / Downloads

• Product brochure (PDF)
• Technical data sheet — BOXER 900 / BOXER 1100 (PDF)

Technical specifications

• Brand: Bühler Leybold Optics
• Product family: BOXER series
• Product type: Ophthalmic vacuum thin-film coater for eyeglass lenses
• Applications: Rx and stock lens production
• Typical throughput: approx. 270–700 pairs per 8 h (model-dependent)
• Model variants: BOXER 900 (typ. up to ~460 pairs/8 h), BOXER 1100 (typ. up to ~700 pairs/8 h)
• Coating types: broadband anti-reflection (AR), mirror, gradient and other thin-film stacks
• Uniformity: fixed + movable uniformity masks and variable distribution mask system
• Dome options: segmented dome (90° or 120°) or full dome
• Pumping & vacuum: optimized pumping station and chamber-sized cold trap systems
• Substrate & material handling: quick substrate exchange and proprietary crucibles for fast evaporation material replacement
• Connectivity: network-ready for remote diagnostics, data logging and software updates
• Maintenance: engineered for easy cleaning and fast serviceability