Low-order waveplate

High Energy (High Power) Waveplates. Half and quarter waveplates rotate or convert polarization of high power laser beams. Various variants and custom deigns available. Based on working wavelength Alien Photonics high energy (high power) waveplates can be grouped in ultraviolet, visible light and near infrared and multi-wavelength (cross-region) groups. Half-wave plates (HWP) for high energy applications Half-wave plates (HWP) for high-energy applications work by rotating the polarization of high-power laser beams. Specific construction allows Alien Photonics HWPs to an withstand the intense conditions of high-power laser systems, such as those used in industrial processing, medical treatments, and scientific research, ensuring optimal performance and safety. Quarter-wave plates (HWP) for high energy applications Quarter-wave plates (QWP) for high-energy applications convert linearly polarized light into circular polarization or vice versa in high-power laser systems. Alien Photonics QWPs are indispensable in advanced optical setups, including optical communications, laser machining, and experimental physics, where precise polarization manipulation is crucial under high-energy conditions. High laser induced damage threshold waveplates: air-spaced, bonded and single waveplates The most laser energy resistant construction is air-spaced or just simple single plate design. Optical contact (bonding) construction also offers good threshold values. However, glued(cemented) types have limited LIDT characteristic, due to the glue characteristics.