A New Class of Polarization Optics Designed Specifically for Lasers

There are many types of polarizers and polarizing beamsplitters available, but none of them solves every problem. There are important applications for which there is still no ideal polarization component. This article compares the strengths and weaknesses of some of the most popular component solutions on the market today, and then explains how Semrock’s advanced optical filter technology is being applied to a new class of polarization components designed specifically for lasers. This new class of filters is filling some key gaps in the polarization component market.