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MetaOptics Unveils the Automatic Metalens Tester

Singapore, May 19, 2025 — In a bold move aimed at revolutionizing optical manufacturing, MetaOptics has officially launched its Automatic Metalens Tester. This advanced system is the result of a collaborative effort with Elsoft Research Bhd, a well-known manufacturer specializing in high-precision testing equipment for tech industry giants.

The newly introduced tester serves a critical role in scaling production capabilities and enhancing the efficiency of mass production processes for MetaOptics' innovative glass-based metalens technology. Designed to accommodate their 12-inch metalens wafers, the system automates a series of vital testing functions that ensure optical performance standards are met. Specifically, it assesses wavelength and polarization-dependent optical efficiency along with focus quality, which are essential parameters in delivering top-tier optics products.

What sets the Automatic Metalens Tester apart is its expansive testing range. It boasts a 360° x 120° field-of-view, allowing the testing of metalenses from centimeters to infinity away. Furthermore, its integrated pick-and-place capability allows for the meticulous handling of individual dies from the 12-inch diced wafer, streamlining the sorting process into distinct JEDEC trays based on performance—distinguishing good metalenses from defective ones.

Mark Thng, the CEO of MetaOptics Technologies, emphasized the significance of this new system, stating, “Our Automatic Metalens Tester marks a significant step forward in scaling our production capabilities. By combining rigorous performance validation with automated handling and categorization, we are investing in the quality assurance capabilities that customers expect as they prepare for the next generation of optical devices.”

These enhancements to throughput, measurement consistency, and traceability are vital as MetaOptics focuses on high-volume production that meets the rigorous reliability standards required by global technology leaders. This latest innovation follows their unveiling of breakthrough metalens technologies at CES 2025, where MetaOptics showcased their commitment to translating cutting-edge advancements into feasible manufacturing solutions. These solutions target diverse applications such as mobile technology and augmented reality, signifying the company's aspiration to meet the needs of modern tech markets.

Looking ahead, the company anticipates deploying the Automatic Metalens Tester in Q4 2025, an exciting prospect for stakeholders in the optics industry. As the demand for precision-driven applications continues to rise, this system is poised to aid in producing the high-performance optics that consumers expect from leading tech brands.

About MetaOptics Inc.

MetaOptics Inc. stands at the forefront of the semiconductor optics industry, pioneering innovative glass-based metalens solutions augmented by AI-driven image processing. By employing an advanced optical design and a scalable 12-inch DUV lithography process, the company caters to emerging market demands across mobile technologies, augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and automotive sectors. Based in Singapore, MetaOptics is dedicated to delivering optics solutions that embody the reliability and efficiency essential for today’s progressive technology landscapes.

About Elsoft Research Bhd

Elsoft Research Bhd (KLSE0090) is a Malaysia-based company that excels in the design and manufacture of automated test and measurement solutions. Known for its high-precision offerings, Elsoft supports leading names within the consumer electronics and semiconductor market, providing robust high-throughput testing platforms that enable clients to meet strict quality and performance directives, ensuring scalability in production.

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