Polarizer Principles

Meadowlark Optics DOWNLOAD PRINCIPLES Dichroic Polarizers Meadowlark Optics offers an extensive line of dichroic polarizers made from both polymer and treated glass materials. Dichroic refers to the selective polarization absorption of the anisotropic polarizing material (Diattenuation). These polarizers are usually constructed by laminating a thin, stretched and dyed polymer film between two polished and antireflection-coated […]

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 […]