Description

The OPTOMAN HWP-AS-ZO-515-25.4-AR1018-AR1018 is a precision zero-order air-spaced half-wave plate engineered for demanding 515 nm laser applications. Manufactured from high-quality crystalline quartz and enhanced with advanced ion beam sputtered (IBS) anti-reflection coatings, it delivers exceptionally low residual reflectance, excellent wavefront quality, and long-term polarization stability.

Its air-spaced construction minimizes thermal sensitivity while providing superior laser-induced damage resistance, making it an excellent choice for ultrafast, high-power, and industrial laser systems where precise polarization control is critical.

HWP-AS-ZO-515-25.4-AR1018-AR1018 Zero-Order Air-Spaced Half-Wave Plate 515 nm

Specifications

Waveplate Type (Retardation Order): Zero Order
Material: Crystalline Quartz
Mounting: Mounted
Shape: Round
Size (Largest Dimension): 17 mm
Design Wavelength: 515 nm
Surface Quality (Scratch-Dig): 20-10
Retardation: Lambda/2
Retardation Tolerance: +/- Lambda/300
Transmitted Wavefront Distortion (TWD): <= Lambda/10
Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): HWP-AS-ZO-515-25.4-AR1018-AR1018
FindLight SKU: FL-24704

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Features

  • Manufacturer Part Number: HWP-AS-ZO-515-25.4-AR1018-AR1018
  • Zero-order air-spaced half-wave plate optimized for 515 nm wavelength
  • Precision crystalline quartz construction for highly accurate polarization control
  • Premium IBS anti-reflection coatings with R < 0.1% per optical surface
  • λ/2 retardation with ±λ/300 retardation tolerance for exceptional accuracy
  • 25.4 mm black anodized precision mount with >17 mm clear aperture
  • Low transmitted wavefront distortion (<λ/10 @ 633 nm)
  • Excellent environmental stability and long operational lifetime
  • High laser-induced damage threshold suitable for ultrafast and high-power laser systems
  • Ideal for research laboratories, OEM laser integration, and precision photonics applications

Applications

  • Polarization rotation in frequency-doubled 515 nm laser systems
  • Femtosecond and picosecond laser processing
  • Beam attenuation using polarization optics
  • Optical isolators and polarization-sensitive assemblies
  • Laser micromachining equipment
  • Scientific spectroscopy and nonlinear optics experiments
  • Beam steering and polarization management in precision optical instruments
  • Industrial laser manufacturing systems

Export & Trade Information

ECCN: EAR99
HTS Code: 9001.90.9000
Estimated US Tariff: 10%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this half-wave plate?
The HWP-AS-ZO-515-25.4-AR1018-AR1018 rotates the polarization direction of linearly polarized light without significantly affecting beam quality or intensity, enabling precise polarization control in optical systems.
Why does this waveplate use an air-spaced zero-order design?
An air-spaced zero-order construction offers improved thermal stability, lower wavelength sensitivity, and better long-term retardation accuracy than multiple-order waveplates, making it ideal for demanding laser applications.
What advantages do IBS anti-reflection coatings provide?
Ion Beam Sputtered (IBS) coatings deliver extremely low reflectance, outstanding environmental durability, excellent coating uniformity, and high resistance to laser damage, helping maximize optical throughput.
Which laser systems is this waveplate designed for?
This model is optimized for 515 nm frequency-doubled laser sources, including ultrafast Yb-based laser systems used in precision manufacturing, scientific research, nonlinear optics, and advanced photonics.
Can this waveplate be integrated into OEM laser equipment?
Yes. Its precision-mounted 25.4 mm housing, high optical quality, and robust IBS coatings make it well suited for OEM laser integration, laboratory instrumentation, and industrial optical assemblies requiring reliable long-term polarization control.

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