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Product Description
Product Description
A zero order waveplate is a specialized optical component designed to manipulate the polarization state of light. Unlike traditional waveplates, which rely on the birefringence of the material, zero order waveplates achieve their effect through a combination of thin film coatings and substrate materials. This design allows for precise control of the waveplate's optical properties, making them ideal for applications requiring high accuracy and stability.
- High accuracy: Precise control of the retardation introduced by the waveplate.
-Temperature stability: Minimal change in optical properties over a wide temperature range.
- Broadband performance: Effective operation across a wide spectrum of wavelengths.
- Durability: Resistant to environmental factors and mechanical stress.
Applications
- Laser systems: Controlling the polarization state of laser beams for applications such as material processing, medical treatments, and scientific research.
- Optical communications: Manipulating the polarization of optical signals to improve transmission efficiency and reduce interference.
- Optical metrology: Measuring and analyzing the polarization properties of light for precision measurements and quality control.
- Optical microscopy: Enhancing the contrast and resolution of images by controlling the polarization of light.
- Optical data storage: Optimizing the performance of optical storage devices, such as CD and DVD players.
A zero order waveplate is a specialized optical component designed to manipulate the polarization state of light. Unlike traditional waveplates, which rely on the birefringence of the material, zero order waveplates achieve their effect through a combination of thin film coatings and substrate materials. This design allows for precise control of the waveplate's optical properties, making them ideal for applications requiring high accuracy and stability.
- High accuracy: Precise control of the retardation introduced by the waveplate.
-Temperature stability: Minimal change in optical properties over a wide temperature range.
- Broadband performance: Effective operation across a wide spectrum of wavelengths.
- Durability: Resistant to environmental factors and mechanical stress.
Applications
- Laser systems: Controlling the polarization state of laser beams for applications such as material processing, medical treatments, and scientific research.
- Optical communications: Manipulating the polarization of optical signals to improve transmission efficiency and reduce interference.
- Optical metrology: Measuring and analyzing the polarization properties of light for precision measurements and quality control.
- Optical microscopy: Enhancing the contrast and resolution of images by controlling the polarization of light.
- Optical data storage: Optimizing the performance of optical storage devices, such as CD and DVD players.
| Parameter | Quartz Crystal | MgF2 Crystal |
| Wavelength Range | 210-2000 nm | 190-7000 nm |
| Surface Quality | 10/20 | 40/20 |
| Retardation Accuracy | λ/60 - λ/100 (λ < 400 nm) | |
| λ/100 - λ/200 (400 nm < λ < 700 nm) | ||
| λ/200 - λ/500 (λ > 700 nm) | ||
| Parallelism | < 1" | |
| Wavefront Distortion | < λ/10 @ 633 nm | |
| Damage Threshold | > 500 MW/cm² @ 1064 nm, 20 ns, 20 Hz | |
| Coating | Anti-reflective coating | |
| Mounting | Anodized aluminum mount |
