Achromatic waveplate #3581

polymerzero order

Product Overview
Polymer Waveplates (Retarders) consist of a thin birefringent polymer film cemented between two glass windows. They act as true zero-order waveplates, providing stable retardance across wavelength shifts and wide angles of incidence. Available in quarter-wave (λ/4) and half-wave (λ/2) options covering 405–650 nm. Due to the cemented polymer construction, these waveplates are not recommended for high-power laser applications or for environments with extreme temperature shifts.

Features

• True zero-order waveplate performance
• Quarter-wave (λ/4) and half-wave (λ/2) retardance options
• Available at multiple discrete wavelengths or in achromatic designs

Notes
Fast axis is marked on the edge of the glass.

Technical Specifications

• Construction: thin birefringent polymer film cemented between two glass windows
• Retardance options: λ/4 and λ/2
• Performance: true zero-order; stable with wavelength shift and wide angles of incidence
• Wavelength range: 405–650 nm
• Not suitable for high-power laser applications
• Not recommended for extreme temperature shifts
• Fast axis marking: edge of glass
• Cost-effective alternative to quartz waveplates