This high speed laser diode driver can generate any programmable pulse shape with down to 500 picosecond and 48 dB dynamic range. Features gain switch peak suppression and 3 synchronised pulse delay generators.
This high speed driver with integrated TEC controller delivers precision nanosecond pulses which are generated internally by an on-board AWG (Arbitrary Waveform Generator). It is compatible with most of the laser diode form factors (Butterfly, TO etc.). Direct laser diode modulation is an alternative to EOM or AOM external modulation. See our fiber modulator basics tutorial for more information.
Key features
Direct modulation of nanosecond laser pulses with any shape
Built-in pulse AWG with internal or remote triggering
0 to 1.6 A output current with 16 bit/48 dB/30 μA resolution
Integrated TEC controller with over temperature protection
A special thermal interface is included which do not require any thermal grease
Special mode for laser diode “gain switch peak” suppression
Two versions for either direct modulation or external modulation (see spec table and pictures)
3 Integrated Pulse Delay Generators
GUI software and several libraries software integration (LabVIEW, DLLs, Hexa, Python)
Applications
Applications of this driver include high energy laser seeding, LIDAR testing, etc.
GUI & Libraries
The GUI software lets the user have total control of all module functions. It includes several libraries for software integration (LabVIEW VIs, DLLs, Hexa, Python)
All AeroDIODE products can be connected together with a single GUI interface which consolidates all module functions. This allows the users to save a lot of time.
More Information
Manufacturer
AeroDIODE
Product Series
AeroDIODE Laser Diode Drivers
Product Type
Laser Diode Drivers
Size / Operation
Benchtop
Device Connectivity via
USB
Industry
Aerospace and Defence, Fiber Optic Lasers, Photonics, Research
Applications
Laser Systems, Integration of Instruments with Photonics and System Simulation Tools, Simulating Amplifiers and Lasers (EDFA, SOA, Raman, Hybrid, GFF Optimisation, Fiber Lasers), VCSEL Lasers Passive Design
Warranty Notes
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