18 Dec 2009 Photonic Products Ltd, authorised distributor of SANYO laser diodes, has announced that SANYO will end production of its industrial red and infrared laser diodes at the end of September 30th 2010. Photonic Products has announced that SANYO will end production of its industrial red and infrared laser diodes at the end of September 30th 2010. The last time buy date for all affected product lines will be March 31st 2010.
Photonic Products has negotiated an agreement with SANYO whereby it is able to guarantee order coverage for up to two years, providing final orders are placed by March 31st 2010.
Photonic Products will also source and recommend suitable alternatives from leading manufacturers which will provide equivalent performance and reliability at a comparable price. During the transition period, the company’s engineers will work with customers to evaluate and approve alternative laser diodes to prevent disruption to production and minimise inconvenience. | 
