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Description

The OPTOMAN HWP-AS-ZO-515-25.4 is a precision zero-order air-spaced half-wave plate engineered for high-power 515 nm laser applications. Manufactured from premium crystalline quartz, it delivers accurate λ/2 retardation with exceptional polarization control while minimizing sensitivity to wavelength and temperature variations. Its air-spaced construction provides superior long-term stability compared to cemented alternatives, making it an excellent choice for demanding industrial, scientific, and research environments.

Featuring high optical quality, low wavefront distortion, excellent surface finish, and low-reflectance anti-reflection coatings, this waveplate is well suited for ultrafast Yb:YAG frequency-doubled laser systems, optical isolators, nonlinear optics, and precision polarization management.

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

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Specifications

Waveplate Type (Retardation Order): Zero Order
Material: Crystalline Quartz
Mounting: Mounted
Shape: Round
Size (Largest Dimension): 18 mm
Design Wavelength: 515 nm
Surface Quality (Scratch-Dig): 20-10
Retardation: Lambda/4
Retardation Tolerance: +/- Lambda/300
Transmitted Wavefront Distortion (TWD): <= Lambda/10
Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): HWP-AS-ZO-515-25.4
FindLight SKU: FL-24698

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Features

  • Manufacturer Part Number: HWP-AS-ZO-515-25.4
  • Zero-order air-spaced λ/2 waveplate optimized for 515 nm operation.
  • Premium crystalline quartz construction for excellent optical stability and durability.
  • High retardation accuracy of λ/2 ± λ/300 for precise polarization rotation.
  • Clear aperture greater than 18 mm for efficient beam transmission.
  • Low transmitted wavefront distortion of < λ/10 at 633 nm.
  • High-quality 20-10 scratch-dig optical surfaces.
  • Beam deviation below 10 arcsec for accurate beam alignment.
  • Anti-reflection coating with residual reflection below 0.2% per surface at the design wavelength.
  • Precision-mounted in a 25.4 mm black anodized metal housing for convenient integration into optical systems

Applications

  • Polarization rotation in frequency-doubled 515 nm laser systems.
  • Yb:YAG second-harmonic generation (SHG) laser setups.
  • Ultrafast laser micromachining and materials processing.
  • Optical isolators and polarization control assemblies.
  • Nonlinear optics and harmonic generation experiments.
  • Laser research laboratories and photonics development.
  • Precision optical instrumentation.
  • Polarization-sensitive spectroscopy and metrology

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 the HWP-AS-ZO-515-25.4 half-wave plate?
This waveplate rotates the polarization direction of linearly polarized light without changing its intensity, allowing precise control of polarization in 515 nm laser systems.
Why is an air-spaced zero-order design beneficial?
An air-spaced zero-order waveplate offers significantly better thermal and wavelength stability than multiple-order designs, resulting in more consistent polarization performance in demanding laser applications.
Which laser systems is this waveplate designed for?
It is optimized for frequency-doubled 515 nm laser sources, including ultrafast Yb:YAG laser platforms used in industrial processing, scientific research, and nonlinear optics experiments.
Can this waveplate be used with high-power lasers?
Yes. The crystalline quartz substrate, precision air-spaced construction, and high-quality anti-reflection coatings make it suitable for high-power and ultrafast laser applications when operated within the specified laser damage threshold.
What makes this waveplate suitable for precision optical systems?
Its high retardation accuracy, low beam deviation, excellent transmitted wavefront quality, low surface reflection, and premium optical finish help maintain beam quality and polarization accuracy in advanced photonic systems.

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