First surface mirror has it's reflective coating applied to the first or front surface of the glass substrate. Second surface glass mirror has it's reflective surface on the back of the glass substrate. Light passing through the glass can become distorted. For this reason, first-surface mirror is preferred for applications where optical distortion must be minimized

OEM Applications/Uses Include...

Industrial Optics - Scanners, Cameras, Copiers, Telescopes, Periscopes, Microscopes, Beam Splitters, Solar Collectors, Video Teleprompters etc..

Video Projection - Simulators, Video Projection Equipment, Custom Rear-Projection Video Enclosures, Home Theater Applications, Digital Signage etc..