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Polarizers Review

Polarizers are used in a wide range of imaging and research and development applications.

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Polymer Polarizers and Retarders

Polymer polarizers and retarders, consisting of sheets of polyvinyl alcohol and TAC cellulose triacetate, alter the polarization of light.

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You offer many types of polarizers. What are some key benefits to help me decide which is best for my application?

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Are the polarizers shipped with a protective film?

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What are the meanings for the different terms used for polarizers?

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In which thicknesses are the polarizers available?

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Polarization Overview - Part 1: Polarization Basics

Polarizers are optical components designed to filter, modify, or analyze the various polarization states of light.

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Polarizer Selection Guide

Edmund Optics' Polarizer Selection Guide refines your search for a specific type of polarizer.

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EO Global Manufacturing Facilities

Edmund Optics® (EO) manufactures millions of precision optical components and subassemblies every year in our 5 global manufacturing facilities.

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What are some of the most common filter substrates?

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Does the thickness of the polymer polarizer affect its optical properties?

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When you list the average transmission of a polarizer, what is the difference between single, parallel, and crossed?

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What is the maximum amount of light a polarizer can transmit?

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Semiconductor Supermirrors

Semiconductor supermirrors offer high reflectivity and outperform many IR mirrors on the market. Learn more about these new supermirrors at Edmund Optics.

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What are supermirrors?

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Can I cut the polarizing film to a specific dimension myself?

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How can I determine the polarization direction of a polarizing film?

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How can I tell what the polarization axis is for a linear polarizer?

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How can I find the fast and slow axes of a retarder?

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What are the different types of aspheric lenses?

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Introduction to Polarization

Is polarization a new topic for you? Learn about key terminology, types, and more information to help you understand polarization at Edmund Optics.

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What is the benefit of polymer retarders?

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Successful Light Polarization Techniques

Are you looking for a solution to common imaging problems? Discover different polarization techniques to improve your image at Edmund Optics.

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What is an ND Filter?

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Polarization Directed Flat Lenses Product Review

Polarization Directed Flat Lenses, which are formed with polymerized liquid crystal thin-film, create a focal length that is dependent on polarization state.

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How do I clean my optics?

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What is the difference between s- and p-polarization states?

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Understanding Waveplates and Retarders

Waveplates (retarders) are different when used in polarized light than unpolarized light. Consider terminology, fabrication, or applications at Edmund Optics.

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I have an MT-L Accessory Tube Lens but I am unsure about mounting it to my objective and C-Mount camera. Can you explain how it works?

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Common Illumination Types

Not sure which type of illumination you should use for your system? Learn more about the pros and cons of different illumination types at Edmund Optics.

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