Product Overview
The Optilab PNL-1550 is a programmable laser that produces nanosecond pulses with electrical input pulses. It functions as a seed pulse generator for Master Oscillator Power Amplifiers (MOPA). Available in a rackmount or benchtop unit, it consists of a narrow-line-width, ultra stable, DFB laser diode for gain switch, direct modulation. The PNL-1550 is available with the choice of wavelength from 1530 nm to 1600 nm, and is designed for direct pulse modulation of laser current to produce < 5 ns width optical pulses using an electrical input from an external pulse generator. The peak output power can reach 100 mW, and it is available with SM or PM fiber for Polarization Maintaining. It incorporates 25/300 Large Diameter Fiber (LDF) to overcome non-linear effect. The laser system is equipped with a standard remote control interface (RS-232) and an LCD display screen for easy user interface, accessible through a front panel adjustment knob. Contact Optilab for more information.
Applications
Features
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From 1530 nm to 1600 nm
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Generate short pulse of < 5 ns
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SM or PM fiber optional
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TTL input for pulse trigger
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Maximum repetition rate of 100 MHz
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Peak power of 100 mW
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Optional high power collimator
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Gain switch direct modulation
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High Pulse Contrast of 50 dB
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1 year warranty standard
Feature Name
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Description
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General Specifications
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Wavelength
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1530 nm to 1600 nm
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Minimum Pulse Width
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< 5 ns
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Pulse Repetition Rate
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Customized from 100 Hz to 50 MHz
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Energy per Pulse
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up to 20 nJ
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Pulse Contrast
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50 dB
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Polarization Extinction
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20 dB PM version
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Optical Output Power (CW)
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≥ 10 mW CW
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Peak Power Optical Output
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100 mW max
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Wavelength Adjustment Resolution
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0.05 nm (optional)
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Electrical Pulse Input Specifications
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Frequency
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100 Hz to 50 MHz
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Input Trigger Level TTL
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> 3.5 V
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Electrical Connector
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SMA
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Optional Collimator Specifications
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Collimated Beam Quality
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m2 < 1.5
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Nominal Beam Diameter
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~1.2 mm
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Average Optical Power
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15 W max.
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Peak Power for ns Pulse
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15 KW max
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Fiber Type
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PLMA-GDF-25/300
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Mechanical Specifications
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Operating Temperature
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0º C to +50º C
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Storage Temperature
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-40° to +70° C
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Humidity
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10% to 90%
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Power Supply
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110 V AC and 220 V AC, 50 or 60 Hz
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Display
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Temperature, Current, Voltage
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Controls/Monitoring
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LDC display or RS-232 for Laser Switch, EDFA output power through front panel.
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Communication Interface
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RS-232 interface cabling from PC to units
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Dimensions
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1RU: 19” x 20.5”x 3.5”, or Benchtop
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Optical Connector
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SMF-28 FC/APC, PANDA FC/APC, or user option
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Electrical Connectors
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SMA Female
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