Waveplate Resources

Waveplate Principles

Download Principles Retarders are used in applications where control or analysis of polarization states is required. Our retarder products include innovative polymer and liquid crystal materials as well as commonly used quartz.  Other crystalline materials such as magnesium fluoride are also available upon request. Please call for a custom quote. A retarder (or waveplate) is […]

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Basic Polarization Techniques and Devices

Meadowlark Optics Basic Polarization Techniques and Devices © 2005 Meadowlark Optics, Inc. This application note briefly describes polarized light, retardation and a few of the tools used to manipulate the polarization state of light. Also included are descriptions of basic component combinations that provide common light manipulation tools such as optical isolators, light attenuators, polarization

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