The Function and Effect of Spectrum Splitters

A spectrum splitter is an optical device designed to separate light or other forms of electromagnetic energy into its component wavelengths. This process is fundamentally different from a simple power divider, which merely reduces signal strength across multiple outputs. The splitter precisely. The material you pick for the beam splitter—and the type of detector—directly affects the range, resolution, and reliability of measurements in infrared spectroscopy. This division allows for the simultaneous analysis or utilization of the light's properties along two separate paths. [pdf]