Custom Space Variant Retarders
Adapted to the specific end-user needs
Introducing Space-Variant Retarders (SVR)—the cutting-edge solution for high-power laser applications! Crafted using femtosecond laser-inscribed nanogratings in fused silica, these devices offer unparalleled adaptability. Say goodbye to one-size-fits-all optics.
WOP | Custom Space Variant Retarders
Flexibility defines the SVR. Each element is rapid-prototyped, allowing customization to meet specific user requirements like fast axis orientation, retardance distribution, clear aperture size, and substrate characteristics—without the burden of hefty development costs. Perfect for high-power laser systems, SVRs provide precise control over spatial polarization, ensuring optimal performance tailored just for you. Get ready to elevate your laser technology with a solution that adapts to your needs!
Main features :
- Wavelength range from 200 nm to 3500 nm
- High damage threshold: 63,4 J/cm² @1064 nm, 10 ns and 2,2 J/cm² @1030 nm, 212 fs
- High 94% transmission @ 1030 nm (no AR coating)
- Aperture size from 1 mm to 15 mm
- Suitable for high LIDT applications and high-power lasers
- Reliable and resistant surface – the structure is inside the bulk
- Custom fast axis and retardance patterns
We can fabricate various SVRs for tailored polarization conversion and beam shaping
