MKS Introduces Ophir® KAMU Long‑Range MWIR SXGA Thermal Camera Series Optimized for Surveillance and Security Missions

High‑performance integration‑ready SXGA MWIR f/4 thermal camera series pairs continuous zoom optics with advanced video processing, consistent thermal performance, and MIL‑STD‑810‑class ruggedization.

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April 29, 2026 – Andover, MA – MKS Inc. (NASDAQ: MKSI), a global provider of enabling technologies that transform our world, announces at SPIE Defense + Security 2026 the Ophir® KAMU long‑range MWIR f/4 SXGA thermal imaging camera series, a fully integrated solution to accelerate deployment in such applications as surveillance and Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS). Each camera combines MKS’ best‑in‑class continuous‑zoom MWIR f/4 optics with a high‑resolution SXGA cooled detector (1280×1024 pixels, 10 µm), advanced video-processing, and an integration‑ready architecture to accelerate deployment while delivering long‑range, high‑performance imaging. The Ophir KAMU camera series spans focal‑lengths from 300 mm to 1200 mm, supporting such applications as extended long‑range surveillance and extreme stand‑off detection.

Built on MKS’ latest high-resolution continuous‑zoom MWIR f/4 SXGA lens, the Ophir KAMU camera system delivers unmatched clarity, low distortion, and stable line-of-sight (LOS) performance, maintaining a constant f/4 at 0.6° (NFOV) to 47.8° (WFOV). It maintains precise boresight and image focus across the zoom range, enabling earlier threat detection and wider coverage with fewer assets. In the 1200 mm configuration, standard military vehicle target sizes can be detected at ~28 km, while micro drones (20×20 cm) can be identified at ≥1.7 km.

“In long‑range thermal imaging, optics determine outcomes,” said Dr. Kobi Lasri, General Manager, Ophir Optics Products. “The Ophir KAMU MWIR camera places MKS’ continuous‑zoom optics at the center—paired with SXGA resolution and an integration‑ready architecture—to deliver consistent thermal performance, near‑diffraction‑limited imaging, and reliable long‑range discrimination across airborne, maritime, and ground ISR.”

The Ophir KAMU camera system integrates a proven video‑processing pipeline with non‑uniformity correction (NUC), bad‑pixel repair, and advanced enhancements including denoise, and adaptive gain control. Digital outputs include H.264/H.265 over Ethernet, HD‑SDI and HDMI, with optional Camera Link^®. Command‑and‑control is provided via Ethernet and RS‑422 interfaces for streamlined integration and operation.

The Ophir KAMU camera system is available in open-frame and MIL-STD-810 qualified configurations. For harsh environments, the camera features an enclosed rear panel with EMI‑protected D38999 connectors and an IP67‑sealed front element. It is nitrogen‑backfilled for fog‑free operation and offers multiple front‑element coating options for extended durability. A constant‑aperture design ensures stable thermal performance across the zoom range, while factory boresight and narcissism calibration improve accuracy and reduce maintenance.

The lens‑centric design approach, built on decades of high‑end optical design and high-volume manufacturing, ensures control over the key performance driver of a thermal camera, the optics. This enables faster integration, reduced engineering risk, and consistent, field‑proven performance for ISR and security OEMs.

Availability
The Ophir MWIR f/4 camera series is available now. OEM pricing is available on request.

• Product overview: https://www.ophiropt.com/en/c/thermal-cameras
• Video: https://youtu.be/OZil5sH_Xj0
• Product data sheet: https://api.p1.mks.com/medias/sys_master/opresources/h24/h38/10107512651806/Thermal-Camera-Data-Sheet/Thermal-Camera-Data-Sheet.pdf

Sales inquiries: mktg@mksinst.com

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 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 www.ophiropt.com.

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MKS Introduces Ophir® SWIR 50-1000 mm f/5.5-9.5 Continuous Zoom Lens Optimized for Surveillance and Security Missions

Provides broader spectral band, fast detection, and longer range identification

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April 28, 2026 – Andover, MA – MKS Inc. (NASDAQ: MKSI), a global provider of enabling technologies that transform our world, announces at SPIE Defense + Security 2026 the Ophir® SWIR 50-1000 mm f/5.5-9.5 continuous zoom lens, a long‑range imaging solution engineered for the most demanding tactical and surveillance applications. Designed for 10 µm SXGA, 15 µm VGA, and 10 µm VGA SWIR detectors, the lens operates across the full 0.6–1.7 µm spectral range, delivering sharp, high‑contrast imagery in low-visibility conditions for long‑range Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions and laser detection tasks across air, land, and maritime platforms.

The Ophir SWIR 50–1000 mm lens delivers vehicle detection ranges exceeding 35 km. Its broadband sensitivity enables detection and tracking of key laser wavelengths at 850 nm, 905 nm, 1064 nm, and 1550 nm. The optical design maintains focus and line‑of‑sight (LOS) stability throughout the zoom range, ensuring consistent image clarity in degraded visibility and during rapid transitions on stabilized multi‑axis payloads. An athermalized architecture preserves image quality across temperature variations, supporting reliable operation in harsh environments.

“ISR applications demand more signal, range, and integration flexibility,” said Dr. Kobi Lasri, General Manager of Ophir Optics Products. “To meet these needs the Ophir SWIR 50-1000 compact lens features excellent low‑light sensitivity and precise long‑range discrimination. Combined with 0.6–1.7 µm broadband response, continuous zoom, ruggedization, and near‑diffraction‑limited imaging, it enables confident detection, recognition, and identification across airborne, maritime, and ground ISR.”

The Ophir SWIR 50–1000 mm lens provides a horizontal field of view from 14.5° to 0.7°, enabling both wide-area situational awareness and precise long‑range identification in a single system.

With rugged construction rated for operation from –32 °C to +75 °C and an IP67‑sealed front element, the lens is engineered to withstand demanding field conditions. It measures Ø146 × 391 mm and weighs 3.6 kg.

Availability
The Ophir SWIR 50-1000 mm f/5.5-9.5 continuous zoom lens is available now. OEM pricing is available on request.

• Product overview: https://www.ophiropt.com/en/f/swir-50-1000mm-f-9-5-nfov-f-5-5-wfov
• Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sMuD91BaFEU
• Product data sheet: https://www.ophiropt.com/en/p/680555-001

Sales inquiries: mktg@mksinst.com

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 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 www.ophiropt.com.

MKS Expands Family of Optical Power and Wavelength Sensors with Newport 819-IG-06-WL Sensor for Accurate Laser Measurements of Longer Wavelength Applications in the IR Region

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March 9, 2026 – Andover, MA – MKS Inc. (NASDAQ: MKSI), a global provider of enabling technologies that transform our world, has announced the Newport 819-IG-06-WL optical power and wavelength sensor, the newest member of the Newport 819-WL series of sensors that provide the flexibility to accurately measure both the optical power and wavelength of laser sources. Calibrated to NIST traceable standards to ensure accuracy, the Newport 819-IG-06-WL sensor delivers accurate, real-time measurements of laser sources from 950 to 1650 nm up to 1 W optical power. The sensor features a wide 6 mm aperture that simplifies optical measurements and eliminates problems related to detector saturation, alignment, beam profile, polarization, and back reflection. Designed for use in telecommunications, datacom, 3D sensing, and Lidar applications, the Newport 819-WL sensors are a convenient way to collect both power and wavelength information from lasers and VCSEL emitters.

The Newport 819-IG-06-WL optical power and wavelength sensor simultaneously measures both power and wavelength, resulting in the unique ability to “self-calibrate” the wavelength dependent response of the internal detector. That means there is no need for the user to enter a reference wavelength in order to obtain an accurate power measurement; the instrument handles this automatically by detecting the laser wavelength. In addition, each sensor includes a thermoelectric cooler for temperature control and a built-in status LED indicator that notifies the user when the device has reached a stable temperature to begin measurements. When combined with Newport advanced optical meters, the 819-WL sensors provide both benchtop display and remote communication via USB, RS232, or Ethernet interfaces, making them ideal for automated test environments.

The Newport 819-IG-06-WL sensor features simplified mounting, quick setup and alignment, and a two-meter cable, making it easy to integrate into an experiment or manufacturing setup. Free-space and fiber-coupled input options are available to accommodate a variety of laser systems. For volume applications requiring higher wavelength measurement precision (up to ±0.01 nm), MKS offers customized specials to best meet your product needs.

Availability
The Newport 819-SL-06-WL optical power and wavelength sensor is available now.

DATA SHEET: https://www.newport.com/p/819-IG-06-WL

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 www.mks.com.

About Newport
Newport is a brand within the MKS Photonics Solutions division. The Newport product portfolio consists of a full range of solutions including precision motion control, optical tables and vibration isolation systems, photonic instruments, optics and opto-mechanical components. Our innovative Newport solutions leverage core expertise in vibration isolation and sub-micron positioning systems and opto-mechanical and photonics subsystems, to enhance our customers’ capabilities and productivity in the semiconductor, electronics and packaging, and specialty industrial markets. For more information, visit www.newport.com.

MKS Announces Ophir^® BeamWatch^® AM-3 Additive Manufacturing Beam Analyzer for Detection of Focal Shifts, Power, and Characterization Down to 35 µm

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February 23, 2026 – Andover, MA – MKS Inc. (NASDAQ: MKSI), a global provider of enabling technologies that transform our world, has announced the Ophir^® BeamWatch^® AM-3 beam analysis system for additive manufacturing. A lightweight, compact, integrated system, this beam analyzer delivers real-time, simultaneous, non-contact measurements of the beam caustic, including near, focus, and far fields, as well as laser power. Key measurements include: waist (focus spot) width and location, focal shift, centroid, M² (Beam Parameter Product, BPP), Rayleigh length, and absolute power. These measurements allow additive manufacturing users to more easily determine when the laser beam is aligned and in focus, providing more consistent builds.

The Ophir BeamWatch AM-3 beam analysis system features a higher-sensitivity, higher-resolution camera for faster measurements, enabling detection of focal shifts, characterization of focal spots down to 35 μm, and operation with both high-power and medium-power beams. It also extends wavelength coverage upon customer request: Standard: 1030-1100 nm. Other wavelengths available on request.

As with all Ophir BeamWatch systems, beam caustic is measured by imaging Rayleigh scatter from two directions, enabling propagation and M² measurements in compliance with ISO 11146 standards without contacting the laser. This eliminates potential damage to the optical components and measurement errors that could be caused by those components. The system’s real-time capabilities allow for measurement of dynamic focal shift during laser startup.

“Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) and Selective Laser Melting (SLM) require symmetrical, uniform, and stable power density distribution of the laser beam,” said Reuven Silverman, General Manager, Ophir Photonics Products. “Additive manufacturing users need to know where the system’s laser is focusing, if the focus is stable, and, if not, where focus occurs after the system has thermally stabilized. This information is crucial for avoiding structural weaknesses, captured stress, and voids in the AM build. The Ophir BeamWatch AM-3 beam analysis system solves these problems by providing detailed information about key laser beam parameters and how they change with time in order to help maintain the quality and repeatability of the manufactured parts.”

The Ophir BeamWatch AM-3 beam analysis system includes a high-sensitivity, high-resolution camera for fast spatial measurements and a NIST-traceable power sensor for an analysis of the laser power density profile. The system includes Ophir BeamWatch software for power and caustic analysis. Measurements can be displayed as tabular, 2D, and 3D views, providing a quick and realistic display of laser characteristics. The system includes USB connectivity for data acquisition, analysis, and display to Windows personal computers.

Availability
The Ophir BeamWatch AM-3 beam analysis system for additive manufacturing is available now.

DATA SHEET: https://www.ophiropt.com/en/f/beamwatch-am-laser-measurement

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 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 www.ophiropt.com.

MKS Announces Ophir^® Colloidal Quantum Dot (CQD) Beam Profiler for High Quality Characterization of NIR, SWIR, and Visible Sources

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January 20, 2026 – Andover, MA – MKS Inc. (NASDAQ: MKSI), a global provider of enabling technologies that transform our world, has announced the Ophir^® SP301Q CQD Beam Profiler at SPIE Photonics West 2026. Engineered to address the limitations of high-cost, ITAR-controlled cameras, the Ophir SP301Q beam profiler uses a Colloidal Quantum Dot (CQD) sensor that provides a cost-effective alternative to expensive InGaAs sensors while delivering comparable accuracy and resolution. The new beam profiler offers high sensitivity, wide dynamic range, and fast shutter speeds for detailed analyses of laser shape, size, and power. It is designed for precision material processing, LiDAR for autonomous vehicles, remote sensing, optical communication, and military applications.

The Ophir SP301Q CDQ beam profiler is able to characterize laser profiles across a broad range of wavelengths, from 400 nm to 1700 nm. It is especially suited for SWIR (shortwave IR) lasers, particularly those operating at 1550 nm, which offer eye safety and good atmospheric transmission. The profiler provides a 9.6 mm × 7.7 mm active area and 640 x 512 pixel resolution (VGA).

“Based on nanoscale semiconductor crystals, Colloidal Quantum Dot technology is compact, efficient, and cost-effective” said Reuven Silverman, General Manager, Ophir Photonics Products. “The Ophir SP301Q CQD beam profiler can achieve InGaAs-comparable performance at lower cost. It also avoids the limitations of traditional SWIR beam characterization methods that are inaccurate or expensive, often restricted by dual-use export regulations.”

The Ophir SP301Q CDQ beam profiler includes state-of-the-art Ophir BeamGage® Professional software, the industry’s most advanced beam analysis software. It is based on Ultracal, MKS’ proprietary baseline correction algorithm that helped establish the ISO 11146-3 standard for beam measurement accuracy. Ophir BeamGage software includes all the calculations needed to make accurate, ISO approved laser beam measurements, including power density, spot position, spot diameter, and more. It also includes advanced image processing features, trend charting, data logging, pass/fail production testing, and multilingual support.

A powerful yet easy-to use system, the Ophir SP301Q CQD beam profiler also includes a GigE interface for high speed data transfer and easy integration into industrial networks.

Availability
The Ophir SP301Q CQD Beam Profiler is available now.

DATA SHEET: https://www.ophiropt.com/en/f/sp301q-gige-laser-beam-profiler

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 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 www.ophiropt.com.

MKS Announces Ophir^® Ring-Core BeamGage^® Software, Industry’s First Commercial Software for Accurately Characterizing Ring-Core Shaped Beams

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January 22, 2026 – Andover, MA – MKS Inc. (NASDAQ: MKSI), a global provider of enabling technologies that transform our world, has announced Ophir^® Ring-Core BeamGage^® software at SPIE Photonics West 2026. This patent-pending software is the first commercial package to accurately characterize ring-core-shaped beams using industry-standard beam profiling methods. Designed for use in industrial applications, including laser welding and additive manufacturing (selective laser melting), Ophir Ring-Core BeamGage software is based on Ophir BeamGage Professional, the industry’s most advanced beam analysis software. The new software includes all the calculations needed to make accurate laser beam measurements. Ring-core features include Polar Chart, which enables precise alignment and adjustment between the ring and core, as well as measurement of key parameters such as ring-to-core offset, power ratio, gap size, diameters, and centroids. Ophir Ring-Core BeamGage software is compatible with most Ophir beam profiling cameras and provides real-time combined and separate measurements of the ring and core laser profiles.

“The introduction of beam-shaping technologies has enabled the use of ring-core-shaped lasers in high-power industrial applications,” said Reuven Silverman, General Manager, Ophir Photonics Products. “In laser welding, for instance, ring-core-shaped lasers create a more stable keyhole which significantly reduces spatter, minimizes optics contamination, accelerating the welding process and lowers the need for rework. The result is higher uptime and consistent quality of welds and parts. Ophir Ring-Core BeamGage software provides the measurements and analysis needed to enable faster processing while preserving precision and reliability.”

Ophir Ring-Core BeamGage software is based on Ultracal, MKS’ proprietary baseline correction algorithm that helped establish the ISO 11146-3 standard for beam measurement accuracy. The software provides advanced image processing features, NIST-traceable power measurements, trend charting, data logging, pass/fail production testing, and multilingual support.

Availability
Ophir Ring-Core BeamGage software is available now.

DATA SHEET: https://www.ophiropt.com/en/g/core-ring

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 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 www.ophiropt.com.

MKS Announces Newport Advanced Benchtop Optical Power Meters for Fast, Accurate, and Fully Calibrated Measurements in Datacom, R&D, and Industrial Production

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January 14, 2026 – Andover, MA – MKS Inc. (NASDAQ: MKSI), a global provider of enabling technologies that transform our world, has announced the Newport 1940-R and 2940-R Advanced Benchtop Optical Power Meters. These high-precision benchtop instruments are designed for fast, accurate, and fully calibrated optical power measurements in R&D labs and high-volume production environments. When combined with the wide range of Newport photodiode, thermopile, and integrated spheres sensors, they support measurements across all laser types and light sources. The Newport 1940-R meter works with one sensor, while the 2940-R meter can read two sensors simultaneously for comparison or ratio measurements. Ideal for applications such as datacom fiber alignment, scientific research, R&D labs, and industrial production, both meters feature high-bandwidth electronics, advanced filtering options, and a low-noise design that ensure stable and repeatable results for CW, modulated, pulsed, and high-speed sources.

The Newport 1940-R meter and 2940-R meter include a large, high-brightness, 7-inch touchscreen with knob and buttons that provides an intuitive graphical interface with clear numeric and graphical readings, real-time graphing, multiple display modes, trend plots and statistics, and quick access to measurement settings. Graphical layouts can be customized based on specific test needs. These features make operation of the meters simple and reduce setup time.

“Users in lab and production environments often face recurring measurement difficulties with older systems, including limited bandwidth, higher noise, and outdated electronics,” said Reuven Silverman, General Manager, Newport Instruments Products. “Frequent adjustments to the instruments were required to maintain accuracy. The Newport 1940-R and 2940-R optical power meters provide a modern platform with faster response, lower noise, intuitive operation, and full sensor compatibility. These systems have removed such pain points as alignment sensitivity, slow data capture, integration challenges, and inconsistent long-term stability. With the new optical power meters, users now have a reliable and easy-to-use measurement solution.”

Both meters offer USB-C, Ethernet, and RS-232 connections — enabling data logging, remote control, and seamless integration with Newport software, automated test systems, R&D benches, and production environments.

The Newport 1940-R and 2940-R optical power meters are factory-calibrated and engineered for long-term stability, ensuring reliable performance across a wide range of ambient temperatures and input power levels. NIST-traceable calibration with ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation ensures audit-ready accuracy.

The, ergonomic benchtop design allows efficient use of space while maintaining the accuracy, traceability, and ease-of-use required for modern photonics applications.

Availability
The Newport 1940-R and 2940-R Advanced Optical Power Meters are available now.

1940-R DATA SHEET: https://www.newport.com/p/1940-R

2940-R DATA SHEET: https://www.newport.com/p/2940-R

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 www.mks.com.

About Newport
Newport is a brand within the MKS Photonics Solutions division. The Newport product portfolio consists of a full range of solutions including precision motion control, optical tables and vibration isolation systems, photonic instruments, optics and opto-mechanical components. Our innovative Newport solutions leverage core expertise in vibration isolation and sub-micron positioning systems and opto-mechanical and photonics subsystems, to enhance our customers’ capabilities and productivity in the semiconductor, electronics and packaging, and specialty industrial markets. For more information, visit www.newport.com.

MKS Announces Ophir^® SWIR Beam Profiler for Analyzing Large Active Areas to 12.3 mm x 12.3 mm in Telecom, Defense, and Industrial Applications

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January 13, 2026 – Andover, MA – MKS Inc. (NASDAQ: MKSI), a global provider of enabling technologies that transform our world, has announced the Ophir SP403P SWIR Beam Profiler, a camera system for analyzing large‑beam SWIR (shortwave IR) diagnostics across 1440–1650 nm wavelengths. Designed to address the limitations of high-cost, ITAR-controlled options, the Ophir SP403P profiler offers a cost-effective solution for SWIR applications with a large active area. The profiler provides a 12.3 mm × 12.3 mm active area and 4512 × 4512 pixels at a 2.74 µm pixel pitch for beam sizes from 600 µm to 12.3 mm. This delivers the field of view needed to analyze wide SWIR beams without cropping, ensuring detailed, repeatable beam‑quality measurements in a variety of R&D and production environments, such as telecom fiber-laser process control, industrial laser processing, defense and aerospace applications, optical communications, and advanced SWIR systems.

“Organizations working with large SWIR beams have have had to compromise between the need for a large field of view and budget,” said Reuven Silverman, General Manager, Ophir Photonics Products. “With the Ophir SP403P profiler, that compromise is eliminated. A 12.3 mm active area paired with high-density 4.5k imaging delivers the resolution and coverage needed to reduce error, speed alignment, and elevate process control at an affordable price. In addition, no export restrictions means easy global integration.”

The Ophir SP403P SWIR beam profiler is delivered with state-of-the-art Ophir BeamGage® software to streamline setup, analysis, visualization, and reporting. Ophir BeamGage Professional, the industry’s most advanced beam analysis software, is based on Ultracal^TM, MKS’ proprietary baseline correction algorithm that helped establish the ISO 11146-3 standard for beam measurement accuracy. BeamGage software includes all the calculations needed to make accurate, ISO approved laser beam measurements, including power and spot diameter, power density, spot position, and more. The software provides advanced image processing features, NIST-traceable power measurements, trend charting, data logging, pass/fail production testing, and multilingual support.

A powerful yet easy-to use system, the Ophir SP403P profiler also includes a compact USB 3.0 interface for effortless deployment from lab benches to automated lines.

Availability
The Ophir SP403P SWIR Beam Profiler is available now.

DATA SHEET: https://www.ophiropt.com/en/f/sp403p-usb-laser-beam-profiler

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 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 www.ophiropt.com.

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MKS Inc. Unveils Photonics Solutions to Advance AI, Quantum, and Biotech at Photonics West 2026

Driving Innovation Across Emerging Markets and Transformative Technologies

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Newport HybrYX | Spectra-Physics Talon Ace | Spectra-Physics Matisse | Newport Non-Magnetic Vibration Table | Spectra-Physics InSight X3+ | Newport ODiate Fluorescence Filters | Ophir SupIR-X 15-300mm | Spectra-Physics IceFyre | Ophir 70K-W | MKS Surround the Workpiece

January 12, 2026 – Andover, MA – MKS Inc. (NASDAQ: MKSI), a global provider of enabling technologies that transform our world, will showcase its latest advances at Photonics West 2026 in San Francisco, CA from January 20 to 22. MKS is helping to shape the most transformative trends supported by photonics technologies, from artificial intelligence (AI) to quantum, biophotonics, and security and surveillance applications, and will feature cutting-edge solutions from its market-leading brands – Newport, Ophir^®, and Spectra-Physics^®.

“Our mission is to empower customers with precision technologies that accelerate progress across industries and science,” said John Williams, Executive Vice President & General Manager, Photonics Solutions Division. “The innovations we’re unveiling at Photonics West 2026 reflect our commitment to solving complex challenges and enabling the next wave of breakthroughs in AI, quantum, biotech, and beyond.”

Visitors to Booth #927 will experience demonstrations of next-generation photonics solutions designed to deliver unmatched precision, productivity, and scalability.

Driving Innovation at the Intersection of Industry Trends
MKS leverages its Surround the Workpiece^® strategy to deliver end-to-end solutions – from comprehensive product offerings and product design to system integration and lifecycle management – helping customers optimize manufacturing precision and accelerate innovation. With this holistic approach, MKS is empowering the future of photonics. From advanced packaging for semiconductors to bioinstrumentation for healthcare and quantum-enabled systems, MKS delivers the tools behind progress – helping customers tackle their most complex challenges with confidence. A curated selection of our application-centric solution-driven approach will be showcased at the show:

AI
AI is transforming industries, and its success depends on advanced semiconductor fabrication and high-speed data infrastructure – both of which are driven by photonics. MKS ultrafast lasers and precision motion systems enable high-density interconnects for AI hardware. With deep expertise in supporting optical transceiver manufacturing, MKS delivers the tools and solutions that empower data centers to achieve the bandwidth and energy efficiency required for massive AI workloads.

Showcase Highlights:
Newport HybrYX single plane air bearing XY hybrid stages deliver exceptional accuracy, reduced vibration, and fast, stable positioning – ideal for semiconductor inspection systems.

Spectra-Physics Talon^® Ace, a powerful pulsed ns laser delivering >100 W UV and >500 µJ power with programmable pulse capability for refined process control and high-speed micromachining.

Quantum Science
Quantum computing and secure communications require atomic-level precision in device fabrication and optical control. MKS provides lasers and ultra-stable motion systems that enable the manipulation of quantum states and the fabrication of quantum devices. Our technologies deliver stability and accuracy for quantum research and industrialization.

Showcase Highlights:
Spectra-Physics Matisse^® Continuous Wave Tunable Ring Lasers deliver the highest output power, ultra‑narrow linewidth, and broad tunability, ideal for high‑precision and quantum research.

Newport Non-Magnetic Vibration Tables offer exceptional vibration isolation for quantum experiments, combining excellent stability with minimal magnetic interference for precise experimental control.

Biotech Innovation
Biophotonics is transforming healthcare through advanced imaging, optical diagnostics, and laser-based treatments. These applications demand precise motion control and integrated optical systems to accelerate research and improve patient wellbeing. MKS enables this progress with intelligent automation and photonics solutions that simplify complex instrumentation and boost laboratory efficiency.

Showcase Highlights:
Spectra-Physics InSight^® X3+ is a tunable fs laser (680–1300 nm) delivering stable pulses and hands‑free operation for deeper imaging and faster discovery in life‑science and materials research.

Newport ODiate^® Fluorescence Filters provide high‑performance multiband filtering with ≥96% transmission and OD ≥ 10 blocking, maximizing signal and reducing background.

Security and Surveillance
Surveillance and public safety rely on photonics for infrared imaging that delivers real-time, high-accuracy monitoring. MKS zoom lenses and IR optics ensure secure, reliable performance in most demanding environments.

Showcase Highlight:
Ophir SupIR‑X 15–300mm f/4 Lens delivers clear, stable imaging for 10 µm SXGA detectors in demanding ISR operations. Its rugged, compact design supports extenders up to 1200 mm, enabling long‑range detection beyond 26 km with a constant f/4 aperture.

Micromachining/Industrial
Advanced manufacturing for electronics, medical devices, cleantech, and precision components relies on laser-based micromachining. MKS delivers an integrated solution – combining ultrafast and high-power lasers, beam delivery systems, precision motion control, and advanced beam analysis and power measurement – to enable high-speed, high-accuracy cutting, drilling, and surface texturing across diverse materials with consistent, reliable performance. From stent cutting and flexible electronics to solar cell texturing and battery component fabrication, MKS empowers manufacturers to boost productivity, improve yield and quality, and reduce waste – supporting sustainability and Industry 4.0 initiatives.

Showcase Highlights:
Spectra-Physics IceFyre^® FS UV50 Laser delivers the highest UV fs performance with >50 W output and <500 fs pulses, enabling precise, high‑throughput processing for advanced semiconductor, display, and battery applications.

Ophir 70K‑W is a compact water‑cooled power sensor measuring up to 70 kW CW (100 kW short‑term), ideal for high‑power laser testing, directed energy systems, and industrial cutting and drilling.

Join us at Booth #927 at Photonics West 2026 for live demos, expert insights, and a closer look at the technologies shaping the future.

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 www.mks.com.

Safe Harbor for Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 regarding the anticipated benefits of MKS solutions in photonics and related industries. Any statements that are not statements of historical fact should be considered to be forward-looking statements. Actual events or results may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements set forth herein, including due to competition from larger, more advanced or more established companies, changes in global demand, fluctuations in capital spending, dependence on new product development, and the other factors described in MKS’ Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 and any subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, as filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. MKS is under no obligation to, and expressly disclaims any obligation to, update or alter these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise after the date of this press release.

MKS Introduces First Compact High-Resolution Continuous Zoom Lens Optimized for 10-12µm Uncooled Detectors

Compact Ophir® SupIR 16-80mm f/1.2 Continuous Zoom Lens Delivers SXGA Imaging Ideal for Aerial, Tactical and Surveillance Missions

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October 21, 2025 – Andover, MA – MKS Inc. (NASDAQ: MKSI), a global provider of enabling technologies that transform our world, has announced at ADEX Seoul the Ophir® SupIR 16-80mm f/1.2 lens, the industry’s first compact, continuous zoom lens designed specifically for SXGA (1280 × 1024 pixels) uncooled LWIR detectors with 10-12 µm pixels. By unlocking the full resolution of next-generation LWIR sensors, the SupIR lens enables system integrators to deliver high-performance thermal imagery with reliable detection ranges in a form that is compact enough for small UAVs; intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) payloads; and portable surveillance systems.

The SupIR 16-80mm f/1.2 lens provides detection of vehicle targets at distances exceeding 8 km and supports human identification up to 0.7 km, giving operators credible mid-range performance in demanding field conditions. Its motorized zoom and focus mechanisms achieve full adjustments in ≤5 s and ≤1 s, reducing time to target and enhancing situational awareness. A line-of-sight (LOS) stabilization-ready design maintains image steadiness across the entire zoom range. An athermalized optical design ensures consistent focus and image quality despite temperature fluctuations.

“In portable and airborne surveillance missions, size and weight matter,” said Dr. Kobi Lasri, General Manager of Ophir Optics. “The SupIR 16–80mm f/1.2 lens combines SXGA resolution with a compact, lightweight design, giving defense and security platforms the ability to achieve high-resolution thermal imaging at credible detection ranges while maintaining practical size and weight for integration.”

Measuring Ø93.6 × 108.4 mm and weighing 705 g, the SupIR 16-80mm f/1.2 lens delivers a unique balance of resolution, detection range, and compact form factor, making it highly practical for surveillance. High durability and hard carbon coating versions are available to suit different operational requirements. The lens offers a wide field of view (WFOV) of 45° and a narrow field of view (NFOV) of 9°, providing flexibility for both broad situational awareness and focused target observation. To maximize imaging clarity, the lens achieves a high modulation transfer function (MTF), enhancing thermal contrast and fine detail to fully leverage SXGA detector performance. Its rugged construction, including IP67-sealed front elements and high-durability coatings, ensures reliable operation in harsh environments.

Availability
The Ophir SupIR 16-80mm f/1.2 continuous zoom lens is available now. OEM pricing is available on request.

• Product overview: https://www.ophiropt.com/en/f/supir-16-80mm-f-1.2-lwir-zoom-lens
• Video: https://youtu.be/OUsfZwXA_CI
• Product data sheet: https://www.ophiropt.com/medias/sys_master/opresources/h94/hf8/10049908965406/680531-Product_Overview/680531-Product-Overview.pdf

Sales inquiries: mktg@mksinst.com

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 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 www.ophiropt.com.