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OpticsZero- and Multiple-OrderWaveplatesWaveplates are available as standalonecomponents, or as part of amore complex optical assembly.PPC manufactures custom multielementpolarization assembliesin sizes from 1 mm to> 1" for R&D, biomedicaland aerospaceapplications.PPC uses laser-grade crystal quartz to produce multiple-order,true zero-order and compound zero-order waveplates with retardationsof quarter-wave, half-wave or anything in-between.Multiple-order retarders are ideal for narrow- or single-wavelengthapplications at a specific operating temperature. For increasedbandwidth and thermal stability, zero-order waveplatesare recommended.For compound zero-order waveplates and multi-element waveplateassemblies, we use durable IBS coatings and our proprietaryepoxy-free bonding technology—Chemically Activated DirectBonding (CADB ® ). This unique combination of processes results inprecise, high-energy components that exhibit environmental stabilityand improved transmitted wavefront characteristics.All of our waveplates and waveplate assemblies are adhesive free, makingthem suitable for high power applications with energy densities exceeding20 J/cm 2 at 1064 nm.Waveplate CharacteristicsModel # WPZ10H-FY WPZ10Q-FYType Compound zero order Compound zero orderRetardation Half wave Quarter waveWavelength 1064 nm 1064 nmMaterial Crystal quartz Crystal quartzRetardation Tolerance ± λ/500 ± λ/500AR Coating