1036 Single-Frequency DBR Laser Diode
Description
The Photodigm 1036 nm Distributed Bragg Reflector (DBR) Laser Diode is a high-performance, single-frequency laser designed for precision optical applications. Built on Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) technology, this edge-emitting laser diode provides a single spatial mode beam with high spectral purity and stability.
With passivated facets for enhanced reliability, the 1036 nm DBR laser is ideal for frequency doubling, low-noise optical pumping, and high-resolution spectroscopy. It offers a narrow linewidth of 500 kHz and a Side Mode Suppression Ratio (SMSR) of over 40 dB, ensuring excellent spectral purity for demanding applications.
The laser diode is available in multiple package options, including Chip on Submount (CoS), Mode-Hop Free (MHF) CoS, TO-8, C-Mount, and Transmitter Optical Subassembly (TOSA), allowing flexible integration into various optical systems.
With a power range of 40–180 mW and excellent thermal stability, the Photodigm 1036 nm DBR laser is the perfect choice for research, industrial, and scientific applications requiring a reliable, high-performance laser source.
1036 Single-Frequency DBR Laser Diode
Specifications |
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| Center Wavelength: | 1.036 ± 1.0 um |
| Output Power: | 40-180 mW |
| Operating Current, Max (CW & Pulsed): | 300 mA |
| Optical Power At Max Operating Current:: | 180 mW |
| Storage Temperature: | 0 to +70 °C |
| Nominal Laser Linewidth @ LIV Current: | 500 kHz |
| Temperature Tuning Rate: | 0.06 nm/ºC |
| Polarization Extinction Ratio: | -20 dB |
| Operating Temperature (Chip): | +5 to +45 °C |
| Beam Divergence @ FWHM (θ|| X θ⊥): | 6 x 28 º |
| Laser Forward Voltage: | 2 V |
Features
- Single-Frequency Operation: Provides a stable, single-mode output for high-precision applications
- High Power Output: Delivers up to 180 mW of optical power for demanding optical systems
- Low Linewidth: Ensures narrow linewidth (~500 kHz) for enhanced spectral stability
- Excellent Spectral Purity: Achieves an SMSR of over 40 dB, minimizing noise and interference
- Multiple Packaging Options: Available in CoS, MHF CoS, TO-8, C-Mount, and TOSA configurations
- Passivated Facets for Longevity: Enhances reliability and lifetime under continuous operation
- Temperature & Current Tuning: Supports 0.06 nm/°C temperature tuning and 0.002 nm/mA current tuning
Applications
- Frequency Doubling: Serves as a stable source for second-harmonic generation
- Low-Noise Optical Pumping: Ideal for pumping high-performance optical systems
- High-Resolution Spectroscopy: Enables precise spectral analysis in research and industrial settings
- Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT): Supports high-resolution biomedical imaging
- Quantum Optics & Atomic Physics: Used in atomic cooling and precision quantum experiments
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Frequently Asked Questions
This laser is primarily used for frequency doubling, low-noise optical pumping, high-resolution spectroscopy, optical coherence tomography (OCT), and quantum optics applications. Its single-frequency operation and narrow linewidth make it ideal for precision optical systems.
The 1036 nm DBR laser diode is available in multiple packaging options, including Chip on Submount (CoS), Mode-Hop Free (MHF) CoS, TO-8, C-Mount, and Transmitter Optical Subassembly (TOSA), providing flexibility for different integration needs.
The laser exhibits excellent wavelength stability with temperature tuning at 0.06 nm/°C and current tuning at 0.002 nm/mA, allowing for precise wavelength adjustments in experimental and industrial settings.
The laser features a narrow linewidth of approximately 500 kHz, ensuring high spectral purity and stability, which is essential for applications requiring low phase noise and high coherence.
Since this is an ESD-sensitive device, proper handling precautions are required. Users should wear a grounded wrist strap, work in an anti-static environment, and store the module in an antistatic container with all leads shorted together to prevent damage.