Prisms and beamsplitters are fundamental optical components used to direct, split, and combine light with exceptional precision. Beamsplitters divide incident light at designated ratios into separate beams or can be used in reverse to combine different beams into a single one. These versatile components come in two main configurations:

Each component is characterized by key optical properties:

• Reflection/Transmission (R/T) Ratio: The specific split between reflected and transmitted light
• Polarization Response: How the component handles different polarization states
• Wavelength Range: The spectral region over which the component operates effectively

Andover Corporation offers multiple types of beamsplitters and prisms to suit different applications:

• Standard Beamsplitters: For use with unpolarized light sources
• Polarizing Beamsplitters: For separating light into distinct polarization states
• Non-polarizing Beamsplitters: For maintaining original polarization states
• Dichroic Beamsplitters: For wavelength-specific splitting

Using advanced coating technologies and precision materials, we can create custom solutions optimized for your specific wavelength, angle of incidence, and polarization requirements. Our in-house fabrication and coating capabilities ensure the highest quality and performance for your optical system.