Polarization Optics
Polarization optics include multi-order, zero-order and achromatic waveplates, polarizers, Glan-Taylor and Wollaston prisms, optical isolators, quartz optical rotators and achromatic depolarizers. Select the relevant series and model for its exact material, wavelength and polarization specifications.
Select by the required polarization task before comparing material or size. The catalogue separates polarizing components, waveplates, rotation, depolarization and isolation so these distinct functions can be reviewed in the intended optical path.
Waveplates
Polarizers
GSPF Glan-Taylor Prisms
GSPG Wollaston Prisms
HOI Optical Isolators
HROT Quartz Optical Rotators
HLD Achromatic Depolarizers
Choosing Polarization Optics
- For selecting or separating polarization, compare polarizers, Glan–Taylor and Wollaston families against the required input and output states.
- For retardance, start with waveplates; for rotation, depolarization or isolation, choose the corresponding dedicated family.
- Provide wavelength, aperture and input polarization, plus power or pulse conditions when relevant to the selected component.