Poly
Any λ(lamda) any Δλ (delta lamda)
Broadband spectral range
255–1700 nm
High damage threshold
< 2 MW/cm² (for CW laser)
High throughput
> 75 %
A variety of aperture sizes
5, 10, 15 mm
Great out of band blocking
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FWS-Poly-RED |
FWS-Poly-BLUE |
| OD 10 up to 1700 nm | OD 10 in tuning range, OD 5 in spectral range up to 1700 nm |
Does not affect beam shape
Distortion free
Product Highlights
Demonstration of Poly's Operation
The data above demonstrates the operational capability of Poly, highlighting its
accurate ability to freely select both the center wavelength and bandwidth.
Who Needs FWS-Poly ?
For users who need precise spectral control in compact, flexible systems.
1. Build a tunable light source Using broadband light source(white light)
- Select the wanted wavelengths in 1 nm steps via software control
- Replace AOTFs, monochromators, or LLTFs
- Can be used safely with femtosecond and high-power lasers without incurring damage.
2. Enable precise imaging or analysis
– Create a hyperspectral imaging system
– Analyze specific wavelengths with high accuracy
– Adjust bandwidth dynamically for various conditions
Specifications
| Product |  |
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| Model | Poly-RED-A5 | Poly-RED-A10 | Poly-BLUE-A5 | Poly-BLUE-A10 |
| Spectral range (nm)1) | 255–1700 nm | |||
| Bandwidth (FWHM) (nm) (nominal)2) | max: 2–15 nm / min: 7–13 nm | 10 nm or 20 nm (fixed) | ||
| Aperture size (mm) | 5 mm | 10 mm | 5 mm | 10 mm |
| 5mm : Suitable for supercontinuum lasers | ||||
| 10mm : Suitable for light sources with large beam size(tungsten-halogen, plasma, LED) | ||||
| Out of band Blocking | OD 10 up to 1700 nm3) | |||
| Step size of center wavelength & Bandwidth (nm) | 1 nm | |||
| Damage threshold | Pulse : Peak Fluence < 1.75 joules/cm (~70 um spot diam., 10 ns, 10 Hz, 532 nm LASER) | |||
| CW (Continuous wave) : Intensity < 2 MW/cm (1064 nm, ~ 90 m spot diam.) | ||||
| Transmission efficiency (%) (nominal) | > 75 % (avg.)4) | |||
| Scanning speed (ms) | 30 - 300 ms (depending on step size)5) | |||
| Software | FWS-Auto ver 4.2 | |||
| Dimension (L x W x H, mm) | 186 mm x 124 mm x 214 mm | 137 mm x 124 mm x 214 mm | ||
| Electric requirement | AC 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz | |||
| Power supply | DC 12 V, 5 A | |||
| Data interface | USB 2.0 | |||
| Weight (kg) | 4.2 kg | 3.15 kg | ||
Choose Your Model: Poly-RED or Poly-BLUE
Step 1: Select a filter model based on your target wavelength and desired bandwidth configuration
The Poly series includes two types
- Poly-RED: Tunable center wavelength with adjustable FWHM (2–15 nm)
- Poly-BLUE: Tunable center wavelength with fixed FWHM (10 nm or 20 nm)
Refer to the table below to choose a model that fits your CWL range and bandwidth needs.
Step 2 : Choose the appropriate aperture size for your light source
| Poly-A5 | 5 mm |
Suitable for supercontinuum lasers |
| Poly-A10 | 10 mm |
Suitable for light sources with large beam size(tungsten-halogen, plasma, LED) |
Application
| Main Category |
Sub-Application Area |
| Basic Scientific Research (Physics, Chemistry, Optics, etc.) | General Optical Experimentation & Photo Detection |
| Precision Spectral Measurements with Broadband Sources | |
| Laser-Based Systems | |
| Adaptive Optics & High-Precision Optical Metrology (e.g., piston sensing) | |
| Holographic & Interferometric Measurements | |
| Quantum Computing & Quantum Optics | |
| Life Sciences & Biotechnology | Fluorescence Imaging & Microscopy |
| Laser Scanning Confocal Microscopy | |
| Cell Analysis, Drug Discovery & Screening | |
| Optogenetics | |
| Bio-inspired Photoreceptor Research & Artificial Visual Systems | |
| Materials Science & Advanced Materials Research | Photoluminescence (PL) & Spectroscopy |
| Nearfield Optics & Advanced Optical Phenomena (e.g., Magnetic Light-Matter Interactions) | |
| Supercontinuum Laser-based Spectral Measurements | |
| Thin Film & Nanomaterial Analysis | |
| Industrial Metrology & Quality Control / Sensor Calibration | High-Precision Sensor Calibration & Photo Detection Systems |
| Display & Camera Testing | |
| Optical Component Characterization | |
| Medical Diagnostics & Environmental Analysis | Non-invasive Medical Imaging |
| Water & Air Quality Monitoring | |
| Hyperspectral Imaging | - |
| Energy & Photovoltaics | Solar Cell Spectral Responsivity Testing |
Why Choose FWS?
Comparison with Conventional Filter Technologies
Input and Output Linkers
Various accessories for the FWS including input and output linkers, extender and mounting bases.
