{"title":"Liquid Crystal Optical Switches","description":"\u003cp\u003eBrowse 2+ crystals from WaveQuanta's catalog. Part of our precision optical components and lenses range. Detailed specifications, datasheets, and 3D models available for each product. Request a quote today.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"liquid-crystal-optical-switches-lcos-10-a","title":"Liquid Crystal Optical Switches LCOS-10-A","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLiquid Crystal Optical Switches — Model LCOS-10-A\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e90° TN-aligned liquid crystal optical switch for 400-700 nm operation; \u0026lt;5 ms response, \u0026gt;5000:1 contrast ratio, Ø10 mm clear aperture.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LBTEK Liquid Crystal Optical Switch (LCOS) is based on a 90° TN-aligned liquid crystal cell and thin-film linear polarizers, mounted in a mechanical housing with attached wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy applying an AC voltage to the nematic liquid crystal filled in the TN cell, it achieves 90°\/0° optical rotation switching. Combined with orthogonal polarizers, it provides beam switching control, offering fast, vibration-free beam switching for optical paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LBTEK LCOS features a high-speed switching response of \u0026lt;5 ms and an average switching contrast ratio \u0026gt;5000:1 across its operating wavelength range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNematic liquid crystal\/thin-film linear polarizer, 90° TN-aligned liquid crystal cell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoltage-controlled optical switching, without internal mechanical vibration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh transmission, high switching contrast ratio, fast switching response speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating wavelength: 400-700 nm, response time: \u0026lt;5 ms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for applications such as camera shutters, machine vision, and 3D displays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"WaveQuanta","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47515569258650,"sku":"LCOS-10-A","price":1781.88,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/6156\/3546\/files\/E6_B6_B2_E6_99_B6_E5_85_89_E5_BC_80_E5_85_B3-Ft_pcTuZH0rnulnNExE1-2ko2bhM_ce298252-932b-474b-ada2-e0986ec03f82.jpg?v=1772636131"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/6156\/3546\/collections\/E6_B6_B2_E6_99_B6_E5_85_89_E5_BC_80_E5_85_B3-Ft_pcTuZH0rnulnNExE1-2ko2bhM_ce298252-932b-474b-ada2-e0986ec03f82.jpg?v=1776751631","url":"https:\/\/waveqvanta.com\/collections\/lbtek-optics-l4-liquid-crystal-optical-switches.oembed","provider":"WaveQuanta","version":"1.0","type":"link"}