ISO 12005:2003 PDF Download

ISO 12005:2003 is a standard that provides test methods for determining the polarization parameters of laser beams. The standard covers both continuous wave and repetitively pulsed lasers, as long as the electric field vector orientation remains constant. The method also allows for the determination of the direction of the plane of oscillation for linearly polarized beams.

The standard assumes that the laser radiation is quasi-monochromatic and stable for the purposes of measurement. It is particularly relevant for applications that involve lasers with high divergence angles, where knowledge of the polarization status is crucial, such as when coupling the beam with polarization dependent devices like polarization maintaining fibers.

Furthermore, ISO 12005:2003 specifies a method for determining the state of polarization of highly divergent laser beams, as well as beams with large apertures. This standard aims to provide a reliable and consistent approach to measuring and understanding the polarization characteristics of laser beams for various applications.