Optical Contact Zero-Order Waveplate
A waveplate, also known as a phase retarder, introduces a phase shift between two orthogonal polarization components of a transmitted beam and is used to adjust the polarization state of light. When o..
Product Description
A waveplate, also known as a phase retarder, introduces a phase shift between two orthogonal polarization components of a transmitted beam and is used to adjust the polarization state of light. When ordering a waveplate, please specify the wavelength, phase retardation, aperture, and type (zero-order or multi-order). Waveplates can be mounted in metal holders according to customer requirements. We offer most common wavelengths and can also customize waveplates for special phases and wavelengths. Typical waveplates are made of quartz crystal, mainly half-waveplates (λ/2) and quarter-waveplates (λ/4).
| Waveplate Type | Model | (λ/100 Bandwidth) λ/4 @532 nm |
Acceptance Angle | Diagram | Damage Threshold |
| Zero-Order Waveplate | WPC (Cemented) |
19.22 nm (ΔT=0.0145 mm) | Low |  |
~10 MW/cm² |
| WPO (Cemented) |
19.22 nm (ΔT=0.0145 mm) | Low | ~200 MW/cm² | ||
| WPA (Air-Spaced) |
19.22 nm (ΔT=0.0145 mm) | Low | ~500 MW/cm² |