
Excelitas is a global supplier and leader in advanced technologies that enhance everyday life. It supports key market players in the life sciences, industrial, semiconductor, and aerospace sectors. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, USA, Excelitas is a strategic partner in the design, development, and manufacturing of photonic technologies, offering innovative solutions in optical sensing, optical imaging, and special lighting.
Excelitas stands out for its leadership in innovation, skillfully and strategically navigating the development processes in the most relevant and high-tech sectors, including medical, industrial automation, artificial intelligence, and connected devices (IoT). With a constant commitment to excellence and advanced research, Excelitas is an essential reference for the most sophisticated and cutting-edge solutions capable of transforming and revolutionizing global industries.
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The advantages of EXCELITAS are summarized by the motto Engage, Enable, and Excel:
Engage
Commitment to our customers through engineer-to-engineer collaboration. Engineering teams working together with customers to accelerate time-to-market.
Enable
Extensive experience in integration and a diverse portfolio of photonic technologies, enabling a wide range of innovations.
Excel
Customized, market-oriented solutions for the specific system requirements of each OEM customer, excelling in all aspects of performance, quality, reliability, delivery, and product service..
Optical/Photonic Detectors and Sensors
Excelitas offers a complete range of high-performance optical detectors and sensors designed to tackle even the most complex applications. Our photonic sensors are ideal for systems that require precision, reliability, and speed. Among the solutions offered, we have:



Among the solutions offered we find:
- Silicon PIN Photodiodes Ideal for low-current detection applications, such as in portable devices and ambient light sensors.
- InGaAs Photodiodes: Optimized for detection in the near-infrared (NIR) region, used in scientific and optical communication applications. .
- Avalanche Photodiodes (APD): Designed for applications requiring high sensitivity and speed, such as imaging systems and particle sensors.
- Hybrid Receivers: An advanced solution that integrates multiple technologies to enhance efficiency and versatility in complex applications.
- Photon Counting Modules - SPCM: For scientific and industrial applications requiring precise and fast photon measurements, used in quantum research, telecommunications, and particle physics
IR and Thermal Sensors
Excelitas provides advanced sensors for thermal detection using infrared (IR) technologies. We offer a wide range of pyroelectric detectors, thermopiles, and IR sensor modules, which are suitable for numerous industries and applications, including:



- Motion Detection: For security and automation applications, including surveillance systems and vehicle monitoring sensors.
- Presence Monitoring: For automatic environmental control, such as in smart buildings and energy management systems..
- Temperature Measurement: In industrial and scientific applications for precise monitoring of operational conditions.
- Gas Detection: In industrial settings, for safety and environmental monitoring, including sensors for detecting toxic or flammable gases (NDIR - non-dispersive infrared sensor).
Light Sources
Excelitas is a leader in the design and production of advanced light sources for a variety of scientific, industrial, and commercial applications. We offer optimized solutions that ensure high performance and long lifespan. Our solutions include
- LED Light Sources: For applications requiring high-efficiency lighting and low thermal dissipation, such as in display technologies and high-performance lighting systems.
- Laser: Ideal for applications that require precision and high power, such as tagging, distance measurement, and scanning technologies..
- Flash Lamps: For intense lighting applications in short time intervals, used in photomicrography, imaging systems, and measurements.
- UVC Light Sources: Used in disinfection and sterilization applications, especially in the healthcare, food, and transportation sectors.
- Complete and Integrated Systems: Solutions that combine advanced lighting technologies into a single customized system to meet specific needs.

Optics
Excelitas is a reference for the production of precision optics for advanced applications. We offer a complete range of optical solutions, from single lenses to complex systems, to optimize performance in various fields. Our optical solutions include:
- Plano-convex and biconvex lenses: Ideal for focusing light precisely, with applications in optical instruments and imaging devices.
- Aspherical and achromatic lenses: Designed to reduce chromatic aberrations and improve image quality, essential for advanced imaging devices and microscopes.
- Flat optics, mirrors, and polarization optics: For specialized applications in physics, imaging, and quantum optics, particularly in telecommunications and scientific research.
- Electro-optics and objectives: Advanced solutions for photonics and imaging technologies, used in optical and radar imaging systems.
- Optronic modules: : Combining optics and electronic components, offering compact and efficient solutions for complex photonic systems..

Consulting and Technical Support Services
Excelitas not only provides cutting-edge products but also offers comprehensive support and highly specialized consulting to help designers select the most suitable solutions for their needs. With our experience, we can offer technical support at every stage of the project, including:p>
- Analysis of design requirements: To define optimal solutions based on specific requests and operating conditions.
- Selection of the most suitable product: Based on application needs, environment, and required performance.
- Advice on PCB integration: To optimize efficiency and performance of the designed devices.
- Ongoing technical support: To ensure the proper progress of the project and resolve any issues throughout the product lifecycle.
Conclusions
Excelitas is the ideal partner for those seeking advanced technologies in the fields of photonics and optics, ready to support innovation in key sectors such as industrial automation, defense, healthcare, scientific research, and industry in general. Our mission is to provide solutions that excel in performance, quality, and reliability.
Contact us today for personalized consulting and discover how we can help you successfully execute your next project.