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Single Channel Picosecond Diode Laser Driver

PDL 810

Single Channel Picosecond Diode Laser Driver

 

Features:

  • Single channel pulsed diode laser driver system
  • Pulsed and CW operation
  • Easily controlled via USB
  • Quick set-up and easy storage of predefined set-ups
  • Suited for LDH Series, LDH-FA Series, and PLS Series
  • 5 year warranty

 

Applications:

  • Time-resolved fluorescence measurements
  • Confocal microscopy (FLIM-, FRET-, FCS-imaging)
  • Quantum optics, single photon generation
  • Test and measurement of detectors and optical fibers
  • Ranging and LiDAR
  • Materials research
  • Diffuse Optical Tomography (DOT) of biological tissue
  • Stimulated Emission Depletion (STED) microscopy

 

The Sepia PDL 810 system is a single channel pulsed diode laser driver system that allows operating a connected laser head in either pulsed or continuous wave (CW) mode. The driver may trigger the laser autonomously from its built-in crystal oscillator or, if a more complex triggering scheme is needed, can also be triggered by an external signal. Any output frequency from single shot (if triggered externally) to 80 MHz is supported.

Take full control
The operating parameters of the Sepia PDL 810 laser driver (such as trigger source, repetition rate, and pulse energy) are completely configured from a computer via USB, allowing for a quick set-up and easy storage of predefined set-ups. Stand-alone operation is possible, if no changes to the parameter set-up is required.

Specifications
TypeCrystal locked
Operation modePulsed or continuous wave (CW)
Base frequencies80 MHz
Repetition frequenciesUser selectable: 1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32 of base frequency 80, 40, 20, 10, 5 or 2.5 MHz
Low jitter< 20 ps (FWHM), typ. 3-5 ps (FWHM)
 
External Trigger Input
Amplitude-2 to 0 V
Trigger levelNIM
Required pulse width> 5 ns
DelayTrigger input to optical output: typ. 35 ± 5 ns, jitter < 20 ps
Frequency rangeSingle shot to 80 MHz
Impedance50 Ohms (dynamic) 50 Ohms (static)
Connector typeBNC socket (female)
 
Synchronisation Output
Amplitude< -800 mV into 50 Ohms (NIM)
Pulse width6 ns
Delay12 ns (from falling edge to laser output), jitter < 20 ps
Internal impedance50 Ohms
ConnectorSMA socket (female)
 
Gating Inputs
Fast gateTransition time typically 10 ns (pulsed only) Internal impedance 50 Ohms Signal type: TTL (5 V) Connector type: 1-pin LEMO socket – 00.250 Series Example of connector: FFA.00.250.NTA
Slow gateTransition time < 100 ms (pulsed and CW operation) Internal impedance > 500 Ohms Signal type: TTL (5 V) Connector type: 4-pin LEMO socket – 00.304 Series Example of connector: FGG.00.304.CLA
 
Remote Interlock
Voltage12-14  VDC
Loop resistance10 Ohms maximum
 
Computer
PC InterfaceUSB 2.0
Operating systemWindowsTM 8 / 8.1 / 10
 
Power Supply
Line voltage220/240 or 110/120 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption45 W maximum
 
Dimensions
Base unit:237 × 310 × 97 mm (w × d × h)
 
Operation Environment
Temperature Range10 °C - 40 °C
 All Information given here is reliable to our best knowledge. However, no responsibility is assumed for possible inaccuracies or omissions. Specifications and external appearances are subject to change without notice.
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