Surrey NanoSystems

Vantablack S-VIS Space Coating

Vantablack S-VIS is a revolutionary space-qualified coating renowned for its unparalleled ability to suppress stray light. This is crucial for enhancing the performance and precision of optical instruments used in space applications. With its spectrally flat absorption capabilities extending from the UV range to the near-millimeter (THz) range, Vantablack S-VIS significantly improves light absorption, reducing interference and enhancing image quality. The coating has demonstrated exceptional performance in harsh environments, thriving under the intensity of solar, lunar, and terrestrial light in a zero-gravity context. Its deployment has resulted in lighter and smaller calibration systems and baffles, which is critical for space-bound equipment where size and weight are significant constraints. These coatings enhance emissivity across the IR spectrum, making them ideal for blackbody calibration in IR cameras and other sensitive optical systems. Since its initial deployment in low Earth orbit, the Vantablack S-VIS has amassed a significant track record of success in space missions. It possesses excellent thermal stability and is resistant to radiation and extreme vibrational forces, ensuring reliability and longevity in challenging space conditions. These attributes, coupled with its lightweight nature, make Vantablack S-VIS an optimal choice for advanced space imaging technologies.