Standard  Cube  Beamsplitters

Specifications

Material: N-BK7
Wavelength Range: 400 – 700 nm
Max Beam Deviation: 3 arcmin
Size (Linear Dimension): 10 mm
Dimension: 10mm, 12.7mm, 25.4mm or customer design
Scratch & Dig: 60/40~40/20
Flatness: λ/4
Beam Deviation: <3 arc min
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Features

  • Versatile Dimensions: Available in 10mm, 12.7mm, 25.4mm or custom designs to suit various applications.
  • High Optical Quality: Scratch & Dig specifications of 60/40 to 40/20 ensure minimal surface imperfections.
  • Precision Flatness: λ/4 flatness guarantees superior optical performance.
  • Accurate Beam Deviation: Ensures beam deviation of less than 3 arc minutes for precise applications.
  • Quality Material: Made from N-BK7 equivalent glass for excellent optical properties.
  • Optimal Wavelength Range: Designed to operate effectively within the 400-700nm wavelength range.
  • Interference Coating: Features an interference coating on the hypotenuse surface for designated reflection/transmission ratios with minimal absorption loss.
  • Partially Polarized Output: Note that output is partially polarized; consider using Polarizing Beamsplitters or Broadband Non-Polarizing Cube Beamsplitters if polarization sensitivity is critical.

Applications

  • Optical Instrumentation: Standard Cube Beamsplitters are ideal for use in various optical instruments where splitting or combining beams of light is required.
  • Laser Systems: Used to direct laser beams in different paths, especially in applications needing specific reflection/transmission ratios.
  • Imaging Systems: Useful in microscopy and other imaging systems to manage light paths and improve image quality.
  • Telecommunications: Employed in fiber optics and other communication systems to split signals for processing or monitoring.
  • Scientific Research: Essential in laboratory setups for experiments requiring precise control of light paths and polarization.
  • Photography: Used in camera systems to manage light for enhanced image capture and processing.
  • Projection Systems: Utilized in projectors to split light paths for color separation and image projection.
  • Polarization Studies: Although output is partially polarized, they can be used in studies where polarization effects are measured or adjusted.