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Multiple Order Waveplates |
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Multiple Order Waveplates λ/2, λ/4
Waveplates are used in the synthesis and analysis of polarized light. Quarter waveplates transform linearly
polarized light into circularly polarized light, and vice-versa. Half waveplates rotate the plane of polarization of
linearly polarized light through any angle. They also convert left circularly polarized light into right circularly
polarized light, and vice-versa. Multiple Order Waveplates are made from a single crystalline quartz plate.
Retardation varies quickly with wavelength, thus they are generally useful only at their design wavelength.
Retardation is also a function of plate thickness and
is slightly temperature dependent due to thermal
expansion.
RMI STANDARD
SPECIFICATIONS
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Angle incidence:
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0°
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| Materials: |
Crystalline Quartz |
| Construction:
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Single multiple order plate
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| Transmitted Wavefront: |
λ/10 at 633nm
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| Surface Quality: |
10 – 5, both surfaces |
| Diameter Tolerance: |
+ 0.000", – 0.010" |
| Thickness: |
1.0 mm (nominal) |
| Wedge: |
≤ 0.5 arc seconds |
| Bevels: |
Minimum safety bevel |
| Clear Aperture:
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Central 85% of diameter
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Anti-Reflection Coating:
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R ≤ 0.25% per surface
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Last Updated ( Monday, 07 May 2007 )
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