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Learn about how diffraction gratings separate incident light into separate beam paths, different types of gratings, and how to choose the best grating for you.

Highly reflective (HR) coatings are applied to optical components to minimize losses when reflecting lasers and other light sources.

反射防止膜は、透過率を増やす、コントラストを高める、またゴースト像の発生を取り除くことによって、光学素子の効率を大幅に改善させます。

Reflective objectives use mirrors to focus light or form an image. Learn more about the different types and benefits of reflective objectives at Edmund Optics.

How are ultra-thin filters different from standard optical filters? Discover the unique features and capabilties of ultra-thin filters at Edmund Optics.

ビームスプリッターは、入射光を所定の分割比で2つの光に分割する光学部品です。また可逆的に、2つの光の重ね合わせにも応用できます。代表的な形状に、キューブ型とプレート型があります。キューブ型とプレート型の比較や偏光/無偏光の光学特性についてご説明します。

The surface quality of optical components the scattering off of its surface, which is especially important in laser optics applications.

Learn how to navigate the many available options for shaping the irradiance profile and phase of laser beams to maximize your laser system's performance.

Edmund Optics' component list and steps provided are used to successfully build an Optical Isolator.

Sliding focusing mechanisms for laser beam expanders cause less beam wander than rotating focusing mechanisms, but they use more complex mechanics and are typically more expensive.

Ultrafast highly-dispersive mirrors are critical for pulse compression and dispersion compensation in ultrafast laser applications, improving system performance.

Are you designing a system and debating whether or not to use in-line illumination? Read more about the proper time to use in-line and comparisons at Edmund Optics.

Want to know about fluorescence microscopy? Read this article by a Biomedical Product Line Engineer at Edmund Optics to learn more.

Optical coatings are used to influence the transmission, reflection, or polarization properties of an optical component.

Not sure which diffuser will best meet your needs? Review EO's diffuser selection guide to review the pros and cons of each diffuser type at Edmund Optics.

The short pulse durations of ultrafast lasers make them interact with optical components differently, impacting the optic’s laser damage threshold.

Lasers can be used for a variety of applications. Learn how lasers work, different elements, and the differences between laser types at Edmund Optics.

Metrology is critical for ensuring that optical components consistently meet their desired specifications, especially in laser applications.

Have a question about beam expanders? Find out more information on theories, application examples, and related products at Edmund Optics.

偏光板は、特定の偏光を選別するために使用されます。ここでは偏光板(ポラライザー)を理解する際に重要な偏光の原理と仕組みから解説します。

Want to learn more about metallic mirror coatings? Find information about standard and custom metallic mirror coatings that are available at Edmund Optics.

波長板と位相差板の用語、仕様、製作、構造。及び、正しい波長板の選定やアプリケーション事例について。位相差板としても知られる波長板は、光を透過し、ビームを減衰、偏位、あるいは変位させることなく、その偏光状態を修正します。波長板は、偏光の一つの成分をそれが直交する成分に対して位相を遅らせる (遅延させる) ことによって偏光状態を変化させます。

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.

Want to know more about high-power optical coatings? Find out more about the importance, fabrication, and testing at Edmund Optics.

非球面レンズのメリットは、球面収差を補正する能力です。球面収差は、光の一点集光やコリメートする際に、球面形状の光学素子を使う時に生じます。ここでは非球面レンズの特徴やその性能のメリットから、その製造方法、タイプ別の利点や選定方法を紹介します。

Fluorescence imaging systems are composed of three major components, an illumination source, a photo-activated fluorophore sample, and detector.

材料の透過率、熱的・機械的特性、およびその他の仕様を元にした光学ウインドウの選定方法は、エドモンド・オプティクスのウェブサイトで。

Want to know why you should use an achromatic lens? Find out more about achromatic lenses including the anatomy, notable features, and more at Edmund Optics

レーザーコンポーネントにおけるレーザー誘起損傷閾値 (LIDT) の理解と規定について。各ビームにおけるレーザー強度、様々な損傷メカニズムについて。

Don't know which light pipe homogenizing rod will work with your system? Learn about how to choose the correct rod and more information at Edmund Optics.