Birefringence Measurement


Birefringence is a difference in refractive index that occurs along different axes in a material. In crystals like calcite this is an intrinsic effect resulting from the atomic structure. The result is that light travelling along one axis experiences a different refractive index than light travelling along a different axis. 

 

 

In addition to atomic structure there are other physical phenomena that cause birefringence in materials. For example in polymeric materials like plastics the molecular structure is normally isotropic. However, manufacturing processes, such as extrusion and injection molding, create anisotropies in the material which lead to physical stress and optical birefringence.

Birefringence Measurement Systems

Birefringence Measurement Systems

Manufactured by: Hinds Instruments

Hinds Instruments Birefringence Measurement technology has been adopted by industry leaders world wide to measure birefringence and characterize stress birefringence in materials with unsurpassed.....
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Birefringence Imaging Microscope - Exicor Microimager

Birefringence Imaging Microscope - Exicor Microimager

Manufactured by: Hinds Instruments

The Hinds Birefringence Imaging Microscope is ideal for measuring birefringence in biological structures, glass, crystals, and many other organic and inorganic samples. Features: - No Dyes or.....
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SIGNALOC - A Research Grade Lock-in Amplifier

SIGNALOC - A Research Grade Lock-in Amplifier

Manufactured by: Hinds Instruments

Designed for use in Hinds’ Exicor Systems the Signaloc is now availaible for anyone who can use a dual-phase, analog, single frequency lock-in amplifier. You choose the frequency – any.....
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