PPC uses laser-grade crystal quartz to produce multiple-order,
true zero-order and compound zero-order waveplates with retardations
of quarter-wave, half-wave or anything in-between.
Multiple-order retarders are ideal for narrow- or single-wavelength
applications at a specific operating temperature. For increased
bandwidth and thermal stability, zero-order waveplates
are recommended.
For compound zero-order waveplates and multi-element waveplate
assemblies, we use durable IBS coatings and our proprietary
epoxy-free bonding technology—Chemically Activated Direct
Bonding™ (CADB). This unique combination of processes results in
precise, high-energy components that exhibit environmental stability
and improved transmitted wavefront characteristics.
Waveplates are available as standalone
components, or as part of
a more complex optical assembly.
PPC manufactures custom
multi-element polarization assemblies
with and without
epoxy in sizes from 1 mm
to 1" for R&D, biomedical
and aerospace
applications.
