Polaroid Film
Product Specification Sheet
Polaroid Film
Model Number: MTO-34
The Polaroid Film is a compact optical accessory used for experiments involving polarization and the transmission of polarized light. Micro Technologies supplies the film securely mounted in a cardboard frame for convenient handling and positioning during optical investigations. The standard unit measures approximately 50 × 50 mm, providing a practical working area while remaining easy to integrate with light sources, optical benches, and other polarization apparatus. When used individually or in combination with another polarizing element, the film allows changes in transmitted light intensity to be observed as its orientation is varied. Its lightweight framed construction helps protect the active film from unnecessary direct handling, making it suitable for repeated use in physics and optics laboratories.
Product Specification
The Polaroid Film is a practical optical component used to investigate polarization, light transmission, and intensity variation. It provides a simple method of working with plane-polarized light and can be incorporated into a range of laboratory optics arrangements.
The polarizing film is mounted within a cardboard frame measuring approximately 50 × 50 mm. Framing makes the thin optical material easier to hold, position, rotate, and store while reducing unnecessary contact with the active surface.
Micro Technologies supplies the Polaroid Film for use with suitable light sources and optical setups. When unpolarized light passes through the film, one preferred orientation of the electric field is transmitted more strongly than other orientations, producing substantially polarized transmitted light.
Two polarizing films can be used together to investigate the effect of relative orientation. As one film is rotated with respect to the other, the transmitted light intensity changes. When their transmission axes are approximately aligned, transmission is relatively high; when the axes approach a perpendicular arrangement, the transmitted intensity becomes significantly lower.
This simple arrangement makes the film useful for experiments involving polarizers and analyzers, polarization direction, transmitted intensity, and related wave-optics principles. It can also complement other optics accessories where controlled polarization of visible light is required.
The compact 50 × 50 mm format requires little storage space and can be conveniently incorporated into existing optics laboratory kits. With its protected framed construction, simple handling, and broad compatibility with polarization experiments, the Polaroid Film provides an economical optical accessory for repeated laboratory use and bulk institutional procurement.
Features
- Optical polarizing film
- Approximate size of 50 × 50 mm
- Mounted securely in a cardboard frame
- Lightweight and easy to handle
- Suitable for polarization experiments
- Can function as a polarizer or analyzer
- Compatible with suitable visible-light sources
- Convenient for rotational polarization investigations
- Compact format for easy storage
- Suitable for repeated laboratory use
Benefits
- Provides a simple method for demonstrating light polarization
- Framed construction reduces direct handling of the film
- Compact size allows easy integration into optical setups
- Two films can be combined for intensity variation experiments
- Requires no electrical power or complicated setup
- Low maintenance supports long-term laboratory use
- Cost-effective for bulk laboratory procurement
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Polaroid Film |
| Internal Model No. | MT-30695 |
| Product Type | Polarizing Optical Film |
| Film Type | Polarizing film |
| Frame Material | Cardboard |
| Overall Size | Approx. 50 × 50 mm |
| Mounting | Framed |
| Optical Function | Light polarization |
| Operating Method | Passive optical component |
| Power Requirement | None |
| Accuracy / Tolerance | Laboratory-grade optical specification |
| Calibration Standard | Not normally required |
| Stopper Type | Not applicable |
| Color | As supplied |
| Usage / Application | Polarization and wave-optics experiments |
| Compliance Standard | Laboratory-grade optical construction |
Available Variants
- MT-30695 – Polaroid Film, 50 × 50 mm
- Single framed polarizing film
- Pair of polarizing films for polarizer-analyzer experiments
- Polarizing film for compatible optical setups
- Customized quantities for institutional procurement
SKU System
- MT-PF-5050 – 50 × 50 mm Polaroid Film
- MT-PF-SGL – Single Polarizing Film
- MT-PF-PAIR – Polarizer & Analyzer Pair
- MT-PF-OPT – Optics Experiment Film
- MT-PF-BULK – Bulk Supply Configuration
FAQs
What is Polaroid Film used for in optics?
Polaroid Film is used to investigate polarization of light. It selectively transmits light according to polarization orientation and can be used in several wave-optics experiments.
What is the size of the Polaroid Film?
The standard framed film measures approximately 50 × 50 mm. Its compact dimensions make it convenient for common laboratory optical arrangements.
Why is the film mounted in a cardboard frame?
The frame provides support for the thin polarizing material and makes it easier to hold, rotate, position, and store without frequently touching the optical surface.
Can two Polaroid Films be used together?
Yes. Two films can be arranged as a polarizer and analyzer. Rotating one relative to the other produces observable changes in transmitted light intensity.
Does Polaroid Film require calibration?
Routine calibration is generally unnecessary for qualitative polarization demonstrations. For quantitative investigations, angular orientation and the measuring apparatus should be properly verified.
Can it be used with a laboratory light source?
Yes. The film can be positioned in front of a suitable light source as part of a polarization experiment or compatible optical arrangement.
How durable is the Polaroid Film?
The cardboard frame provides basic protection and makes handling easier. The active film should still be protected from bending, scratching, excessive heat, and moisture.
How should Polaroid Film be maintained?
Handle the component primarily by its frame and avoid unnecessary contact with the optical area. Store it flat in a clean and dry location when not in use.
Can Polaroid Films be ordered in bulk?
Yes. Bulk quantities can be supplied for physics laboratories, optics laboratories, universities, colleges, research facilities, distributors, and institutional projects.
Can different sizes be supplied?
Alternative dimensions or configurations may be available for quantity requirements depending on the required specification and manufacturing feasibility.
Why Choose Our Products
- Practical 50 × 50 mm framed configuration
- Convenient handling for polarization experiments
- Quality-checked optical film
- Compact and low-maintenance laboratory accessory
- Bulk supply capability for laboratories and distributors
Call to Action
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