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Angled view of Linear Polarizer for polarization control, laser and measurement systems

SO-PO04 SERIES

Linear Polarizer

SO-PO04 Linear Polarizer provides linear polarization and analyzer functions in compact visible or near-infrared optical assemblies.

$57.35
$57.35

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Product Overview

Set retardance and axis alignment for Linear Polarizer

Polarization performance is tied to wavelength, orientation and retardance or extinction data. Mount the optic with its active axis and coated faces identified.

Match wavelength band, extinction ratio, transmission and acceptance angle; orient the transmission axis during mounting.

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Engineering Guidance

Choose polarization optics around wavelength and axis control

Polarization behavior

Polarization performance is tied to wavelength, orientation and retardance or extinction data. Mount the optic with its active axis and coated faces identified.

Selection and alignment

Match wavelength band, extinction ratio, transmission and acceptance angle; orient the transmission axis during mounting.

Need a different diameter, tolerance or coating?

Custom substrate materials, dimensions, angular tolerances and coating bands can be reviewed for prototype and production quantities.

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Technical Resources

Related engineering articles

Selection notes and practical guidance matched to this product family.

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Optical Fundamentals · 7 min

How Wave Plates and Polarizers Control Polarization State

Connect optical-axis orientation, phase retardance and extinction to the required output polarization.
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Design Comparison · 6 min

Multi-Order, Zero-Order and Achromatic Retarders Compared

Compare wavelength sensitivity, thermal stability and bandwidth across common wave-plate constructions.
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Selection Guide · 8 min

Reading Retardance, Extinction Ratio and Axis Specifications

Use polarization tolerances and coating data to select and mount the correct component.