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Kuiper series
Long-focal-length catadioptric lenses from 950 mm to 2,500 mm, for high-altitude platforms (HAPS) and small satellites. The series builds on the C250 catadioptric family, which is in series production and flew on SpaceX Transporter-14 in 2025.
Standard steps, not one-off telescopes
- Four focal lengths, 950, 1,500, 2,000 and 2,500 mm, instead of a new custom design for every long-range request.
- Catadioptric construction keeps the barrel short and the design athermal.
- Every lens is MTF-tested and shipped with its measured curve.
- The first model, the C950 Pluto, is for HAPS, UAV and space use, with target availability in Q1 2027.
Register interest
Tell us your platform, altitude and sensor, and we'll send the preliminary data for the model that fits.
Kuiper models
| EFL (mm) | f/# | Image Ø (mm) | Bands | Status | Notes | Datasheet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 950 C950 Pluto | 5 | 44 | VISNIRSWIR | In development | C950 Pluto. In development for space and UAV/HAPS. ETA Q1 2027 | Request datasheet |
| 1500 | 5 | 60 | VISNIRSWIR | In development | In development for space. ETA Q4 2027 | Request datasheet |
| 2000 | 7 | 70 | VISNIRSWIR | In development | In development for space. ETA Q1 2028 | Request datasheet |
| 2500 | 5.6 | 70 | VISNIRSWIR | In development | In development for space. ETA Q4 2028 | Request datasheet |
These are design targets for lenses in development and may change before release. Aperture, mass and envelope for each model are available on request.
Have a specification?
Tell us the focal length, f-number, spectral band, sensor and operating environment. We will tell you whether an existing design fits, or what a new one involves.