An optical isolator uses a combination of polarizers and a polarization-rotator to allow tunable transmission in forward and reverse directions. The most common use is to block reflected light from entering a system (such as a laser), allowing it to be operated more stably.
Model: IO-5-780-VLP
Operating wavelength: Operating wavelength 740-820 nm; Maximum blocking at center wavelength
Center wavelength: Tunable between 760-800 nm
Maximum blocking: 35 dB
Transmission: 85%
Maximum beam size: 4.7 mm
Max power: 1.7 W
Bought by Nicholas Rivera, August 2021
Cost: $1,162.19
Location: 36-228