Specifications:
Material: | Quartz |
Wavelength Range: | 200~2300 nm, |
Dimension Tolerance: | +/-0.1mm |
Surface Quality: | 20 / 10 |
Parallelism: | <1 arc Sec |
Retardation Tolerance: | < λ/300 |
Clear Aperture: | >90% |
Damage Threshold: | >500 MW/cm2 |
Coating: | AR coating |
Mount: | Black Anodized Aluminium |
Standard Wavelength:
355nm | 532nm | 632.8nnm | 780nm | 795nm | 850nnm | 980nm | 1064nm | 1310nm | 1480nm | 1550nm |
Zero Order Waveplates-Optically Contacted:
This type of zero order waveplate is constructed of two low order waveplate with their axes crossed. Thus, the effect of the first plate is canceled by the second, except for the residual difference between them.
· Optically Contacted
· AR Coated, R<0.2%
· High Damage Threshold
· Better Temperature Band width
· Wide Wavelength Bandwidth
Zero Order Waveplate-Optically Contacted:
Quarter Waveplates P/N# | Half Waveplates P/N# | Diameter (∮mm ) | Holder(mm) |
WPO410 | WPO210 | 10 | 25.4 |
WPO412 | WPO212 | 12.7 | 25.4 |
WPO415 | WPO215 | 15 | 25.4 |
WPO420 | WPO220 | 20 | 25.4 |
WPO425 | WPO225 | 25.4 | 30 |
WPO430 | WPO230 | 30 | 38 |
The zero order waveplate is designed to give a retardance of zero full waves, plus the desired fraction. Zero order waveplate shows better performance than multiple order waveplates. It has broad bandwidth and a lower sensitivity to temperature and wavelength changes. It should be considered for more critical applications.
Product Application Scenarios for Zero Order Waveplates-Optically Contacted:
Laser Systems for Precision Machining:
In precision machining applications, Zero Order Waveplates-Optically Contacted play a crucial role in laser systems. These waveplates are utilized to precisely control the polarization state of laser beams, enabling high-precision cutting, drilling, and surface modification processes. By accurately adjusting the delay of the light passing through the waveplates, these optical components ensure optimal alignment and enhance the overall efficiency and accuracy of laser machining systems.
Optical Communication Networks:
Zero Order Waveplates-Optically Contacted find extensive application in optical communication networks. These waveplates are employed to manage the polarization state of light signals, ensuring efficient transmission and reception of data. By controlling the delay of light passing through the waveplates, they help maintain polarization stability, minimize signal loss, and enhance the overall performance of optical communication systems. This enables seamless and reliable transmission of data, even in high-speed and long-distance communication networks.
Spectroscopy and Biomedical Imaging:
In spectroscopy and biomedical imaging applications, Zero Order Waveplates-Optically Contacted play a vital role in manipulating the polarization state of light. By precisely controlling the delay of light passing through these waveplates, they enable accurate analysis and imaging of biological samples and materials. This facilitates the identification of molecular structures, detection of subtle changes in tissues, and enhances the overall resolution and sensitivity of spectroscopic and imaging techniques. Consequently, these waveplates contribute significantly to advancements in medical diagnostics, research, and various analytical applications.
Optical Metrology and Interferometry:
Zero Order Waveplates-Optically Contacted are extensively utilized in optical metrology and interferometry applications. By effectively managing the polarization state of light, these waveplates help achieve precise measurements and accurate interferometric analysis. The controlled delay of light passing through the waveplates ensures optimal interference patterns, enabling high-precision measurements of distances, surface profiles, and other physical parameters. This makes them invaluable in fields such as precision engineering, semiconductor manufacturing, and nanotechnology, where precise measurements and characterization are essential.
Polarization-Dependent Devices and Systems:
Zero Order Waveplates-Optically Contacted are essential components in polarization-dependent devices and systems. These waveplates enable the manipulation and control of the polarization state of light, allowing the creation of various polarization-dependent optical devices. They find applications in devices such as polarizers, modulators, filters, and polarimetric sensors. By precisely adjusting the delay of light, these waveplates ensure optimal performance, enhance device functionality, and enable the realization of advanced polarization-based technologies in fields like telecommunications, aerospace, and defense.
In summary, Zero Order Waveplates-Optically Contacted are versatile optical components with a wide range of applications. Their precise control over the delay of light passing through them makes them indispensable in laser systems, optical communication networks, spectroscopy, biomedical imaging, optical metrology, interferometry, and polarization-dependent devices and systems. By enabling accurate polarization control, these waveplates contribute significantly to the advancement of various industries and scientific research.