The polarization extinction ratio (PER), also called polarization cross talk, in polarization-maintaining (PM) fiber-based devices is a key parameter. 1–4 It is also an important parameter of polarizing devices. 5,6 It is defined as the ratio between the optical power of the signal. Extinction ratios are given for each trace in decibels (dB) The extinction ratio (ER) of the light output from a PANDA and bow-tie polarization-maintaining (PM) fiber will be reduced, relative to the ER of input light, due to a combination of non-ideal coupling conditions, the effects of external. We clarify the definition of the polarization extinction ratio—also called polarization cross talk—of fiber-based devices. Its strong wavelength dependence, even for simple devices such as a single-fiber patchcord, is highlighted. Thus white sources may not be used for most measurements.
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