Quartz waveplate #3875

Product overview
High-energy quartz waveplates are available in quarter-wave (λ/4) and half-wave (λ/2) retardance for discrete laser wavelengths from the UV to NIR and are qualified for energy densities up to >20 J/cm2 at 1064 nm. A large acceptance angle and wide operating temperature range enable integration into harsh environment and high-energy laser systems. Waveplates are mounted in a black anodized aluminum housing for clear identification and straightforward system integration.

Key features

• Damage threshold up to >20 J/cm2 @ 1064 nm
• Available in λ/4 and λ/2 retardance
• Black anodized aluminum mount for easy handling and integration
• Design wavelengths available from UV to NIR

Applications

• High-energy pulsed and CW laser systems
• Integration in harsh-environment optical setups
• Polarization control across UV to NIR wavelengths

Technical specifications

• Retardance: quarter-wave (λ/4) and half-wave (λ/2)
• Damage threshold: up to >20 J/cm2 (specified at 1064 nm)
• Mount: black anodized aluminum housing for identification and system integration
• Wavelength range: discrete design wavelengths from UV to NIR
• Optical acceptance: large acceptance angle suitable for beams with divergence
• Environmental: wide operating temperature range for harsh-environment applications