28 Jan 2008 High-Reliability Single Emitter Pumps Deliver Power and Efficiency in an Uncooled 6-Pin Package A new series of laser pump diodes from Alfalight Inc., the AM6-940B, provides 10 W of 940 nm light output with a high brightness 105 µm 0.15 NA fiber. The high-reliability single-emitter (SE) laser diode includes a thermistor for temperature monitoring, and is available in an uncooled compact 6-pin telecom grade package simplifying PCB mounting. Target industrial markets for the compact, high-power device include pumping fiber lasers, diode-pumped solid state lasers, uncooled fiber amplifier, and direct material processing.
"We are able to leverage our extensive experience with high-reliability telecom devices to deliver a 10 W 940 nm device with an exceptional uncooled lifetime in a convenient small form factor," said Ron Bechtold, vice president of sales and marketing at Alfalight. "This is the first of a family of 9xx nm 10W devices that we will introduce in 2008, as we continue to drive down the $/W ratio to deliver increased value to our customers."
The new Alfalight 10 W 940 nm laser pump diodes are available in a 6-pin industrial grade package with part number AM6-940B-10-108 (10 W 940±8 nm). Engineering samples are available now from Pacer International and production volumes will ship in March of 2008. Pricing is available on request. |
