Knight Optical

At Knight Optical, we specialise in enabling cutting-edge technologies through precision optics. With more than 30 years of expertise, we supply premium optical components and sub-assemblies that perform in the most demanding environments - from Earth-based laboratories to orbital and deep-space missions.

Our portfolio covers a wide range of stock and custom-made optics, including lenses, windows, filters, mirrors, beamsplitters, and domes. All components are tested and certified in our in-house metrology laboratory, achieving a <0.3% reject rate and ensuring reliability for mission-critical projects.

We are proud partners to organisations in space, aerospace, defence, photonics, subsea, medical, oil & gas, and R&D sectors. For the space industry, our optics are trusted in applications such as:

• LiDAR and remote sensing

• Satellite imaging and communications

• Laser systems and optical payloads

• Harsh-environment instrumentation

Our brand promise is bringing quality into focus. Whether supporting a one-off prototype or large-scale OEM production, we provide:

• Technical expertise at the specification stage

• Guidance on material and coating selection

• Full support through prototyping, manufacturing, and testing

• Dedicated account management for seamless collaboration

Knight Optical is a UK-based, UKAS ISO9001:2015 and ISO14001:2015 accredited company, with sales offices in Kent, UK and Rhode Island, USA. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Torrent Photonics Holdco LLC, we combine agility and customer focus with the backing of a global photonics group.

From subsea exploration to the far reaches of space, Knight Optical is a trusted partner delivering precision, reliability, and innovation to help turn ambitious projects into reality.