Broadband & Supercontinuum Sources

ROF directly modulated laser DML Laser Module ASE Laser SLD Laser Light Source

ROF directly modulated laser DML Laser Module ASE Laser SLD Laser Light Source

The ROF -DML -XX series of analog broadband direct-tuning transmitters use a highly linear microwave direct-coupled DFB laser (DML), a fully transparent operating mode without RF drive amplifiers and integrated ...

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Sold by: Beijing Rofea Optoelectronics Co,. Ltd. Ships from: China
Specifications
Operating Wavelength: 852/1064/1310/1550/1653/2000 nm
Output Optical Power: 13 - 16 dBm
3dB Spectral Width: 0.2 - 10 MHz
SMSR: 30 - 45 dB
Relative Noise Intensity: -160 to -150 dB/Hz
1.0um ASE Broadband Light Source

1.0um ASE Broadband Light Source

The VENUS series 1.0um high-stability ASE light sources of Connet use an optimized Yb-doped fiber all-fiber configuration, and cooperates with a carrier-grade 980nm single-mode pump laser to achieve high-performance ...

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Sold by: Connet Laser Technology Co., Ltd. Ships from: China
Specifications
Spectral Flatness(Standard): 4 dB
Spectral Flatness(Gain Flatness): 2-5 dB
Output Isolation: 30-35 dB
Power Consumption: 20 W
C+L-Band ASE Broadband Light Source

C+L-Band ASE Broadband Light Source

The VENUS series C+L-band ASE broadband light source by Connet Laser employs an optimized Er-doped fiber laser to realize the output laser featured with wide spectrum, high output power and high stability ...

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Sold by: Connet Laser Technology Co., Ltd. Ships from: China
Specifications
Spectral Flatness: 3.5 dB
Output Isolation: 30-35 dB
Power Consumption: 20 W
C-Band ASE Broadband Light Source

C-Band ASE Broadband Light Source

The Connet VENUS series C+L-Band ASE Broadband Light Source represents the pinnacle of integrated optical systems. This versatile light source is available in both benchtop and compact module configurations, ...

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Sold by: Connet Laser Technology Co., Ltd. Ships from: China
Specifications
Spectral Flatness (Standard): 7 dB
Spectral Flatness (Gain Flatness): 1-1.5 dB
Output Isolation: 30-35 dB
Power Consumption: 30 W
Output Fiber Length: >1 m
SLD Broadband Light Source

SLD Broadband Light Source

The VENUS series high-power SLD (SLED) light source of Connet Laser is a high-stability source designed for scientific research and industrial production with the high-power, broadband SLD (SLED) module being ...

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Sold by: Connet Laser Technology Co., Ltd. Ships from: China
Specifications
Spectral Modulation: <0.45 dB
Output Isolation: 30 dB
Power Consumption: 5 W
White Light (RGB: Red/Green/Blue) Laser Sources

White Light (RGB: Red/Green/Blue) Laser Sources

The OZ Optics RGB-100 White Light Laser Source is a high-quality laser system designed for various applications such as white light displays, confocal microscopy, laser spectroscopy, fluorescence microscopy, color ...

Sold by: OZ Optics Ships from: Canada
Specifications
Fiber Core Diamater: 3.5 um
Fiber Cladding Diameter: 125 um
Wavelengths: 405, 440, 473, 488, 532, 635-644, 650-660 nm
Output Power From Fiber: 0-20 mW
Long Term Power Stability: Typically <5% peak-to-peak
ASE Broadband Light Source - Bench Top

ASE Broadband Light Source - Bench Top

The ASE Broadband Light Source is a high-performance instrument designed for optical component spectral measurement and system compliance testing in manufacturing and R&D environments. It offers a wide spectral ...

Sold by: OZ Optics Ships from: Canada
Specifications
Bandwidth: 40 nm
Center Wavelength: 1547 nm
Output Power: 500 mW
Polarization: Random
Total Output Power: 13 dBm
DK Photonics C band ASE Broadband Light Source

DK Photonics C band ASE Broadband Light Source

The C Band ASE Broadband Light Source stands out with its advanced erbium-doped optical fiber spectral flatness technology, ensuring a consistent and high-quality output. With a focus on optimal performance, this ...

Sold by: DK Photonics Ships from: China
Specifications
Output Power Options: 10/20/50/100 mW
Power Adjustable (optional): Adjustment 10%~100%
Spectral Flatness: 1.5 (Type), 2(Max) dB
Output Isolation: > 35 dB
Short-term Stability (15 Minutes): ≤ ±0.02 dB
1780~2000nm ASE Broadband Light Source

1780~2000nm ASE Broadband Light Source

The 1780~2000nm ASE Broadband Light Source from BOX OptronicsTech is a high-performance optical device designed for applications requiring mid-infrared wavelengths. Utilizing short wavelength laser-pumped ...

Specifications
Average Wavelength: 1880/1940/1902 nm
Spectral Width: 113/90/170 @10dB
Output Power: 10 mW (Customizable)
Power Instability: ≤±0.02(15min.); ≤±0.05(8hrs)
PER: ≤0.2/≥23 dB
1528~1563nm C-band ASE Broadband Light Source

1528~1563nm C-band ASE Broadband Light Source

The C-Band ASE Broadband Light Source module by BOX OptronicsTech is engineered for applications in fiber optic sensing, medical imaging, and fiber optic devices. This module employs spectral flattening technology ...

Specifications
1528~1563: 1528~1563 nm
Output Power: 10/20/50/100 mW
Spectral Flatness: 1.5(Typ.), 2(Max.) dB
Output Isolation: >35 dB
Degree Of Polarization: ≤0.2 dB
840nm SLD Broadband Light Source

840nm SLD Broadband Light Source

BOX Optronics 840 nm SLD Broadband Light Source employs a semiconductor super-luminescent diode to deliver a flat, low-ripple spectrum centered at 840 nm ± 20 nm with a 3 dB bandwidth > 30 nm (typ. 47 nm) and ...

Specifications
Output Power: 10 mW
Operating Temperature: -5 ~ +55℃
Polarization: Hi780(SM)/ PM850(PM)
Size: 195×220×120 mm / 70×90×18 mm
Broadband Polarization-Entangled Photon Source

Broadband Polarization-Entangled Photon Source

The Broadband Polarization-Entangled Photon Source is a compact and alignment-free fiber-based device that generates high-quality polarization-entangled photon pairs. It operates at telecom wavelengths with a broad ...

Sold by: OZ Optics Ships from: Canada
Specifications
Signal/Idler Degeneracy Wavelength Accuracy: ±2 nm
Signal/Idler Sum Frequency Bandwidth (3 DB): 0.2 nm
Pair-generation Rate: 2x10^6 Pairs/second
Coincidence-to-accidental Ratio: 1000
Fidelity To |Ψ⟩=(|HV⟩+|VH⟩)/√2: 98 %
1250-1650nm High Power SLD Broadband Light Source

1250-1650nm High Power SLD Broadband Light Source

The VENUS series 1250-1650nm high-power SLD (SLED) light source of Connet is a high-stability source designed for scientific research and industrial production with the high-power, broadband SLD (SLED) module being ...

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Sold by: Connet Laser Technology Co., Ltd. Ships from: China
Specifications
Part No.: VSLS-1250~1650-B
Output Power Range: 0.2 to 10 mW
Operating Wavelength Range: 1250 to 1650 nm
Spectral Density: -30 dBm/nm
Spectral Flatness: 10 dB
C-Band Tunable Light Source

C-Band Tunable Light Source

Connet VENUS series C-Band tunable light source adopts C-band tunable semiconductor laser internally. The wavelength range covers 1528.77nm to 1567.13nm (191.3THz-196.1THz) with the bandwidth exceeding 38nm, the ...

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Sold by: Connet Laser Technology Co., Ltd. Ships from: China
Specifications
Output Power Tunable Mode: Coarse / Fine
Output Fiber Type (SM): SMF 9/125um NA=0.13
Output Fiber Type (PM): PM1550 NA=0.13
Polarization Extinction Ratio (PER): dB > 17 (PM output fiber)
Output Fiber Length: > 1 m
ASE Broadband Light Source C+L Band

ASE Broadband Light Source C+L Band

Ziguan ASE broadband light source module adopts spectral flattening technology and has high output power. Its working wavelength covers the C+L band, which is suitable for fiber sensing applications. RS-232 ...

Specifications
Output Power Power(standard Version): 10~200 mW
Output Power Power(high Power Version): 500~1000mW mW
Spectral Flatness: ≤3(type 2.5) dB
Output Isolation: 45 dB
1060nm ASE Broadband Light Source

1060nm ASE Broadband Light Source

1060nm ASE Broadband Light Source is based on ytterbium-doped fiber and high-performance pump laser. The ASE spectrum covers 1030-1080nm, and the light source structure is optimized, and it has higher output power ...

Sold by: DK Photonics Ships from: China
2000nm Band ASE Broadband Light Source

2000nm Band ASE Broadband Light Source

The 2000nm band ASE broadband light source is based on thulium fiber laser technology, has a high output power, and the spectrum covers 1850~2000nm, which is suitable for laser biology, spectrum measurement and ...

Sold by: DK Photonics Ships from: China
Specifications
Short-term Stability (15 Minutes): ≤ ±0.02 dB
Long-term Stability (8 Hours): ≤ ±0.05 dB
Degree Of Polarization DOP: ≤ 0.2 dB

Did You Know?

Supercontinuum fiber lasers, also known as "white-light" lasers, are a special type of light source that generate an ultra-broad optical spectrum spanning from UV to beyond two microns, with a beam quality similar to that of a traditional laser, over the full wavelength range. The development of supercontinuum fiber lasers in the past decade has been driven by the need for higher power, broader spectral range, and more recently, robustness at low cost. The underlying principle of supercontinuum fiber lasers is the nonlinear interaction of an intense femtosecond or picosecond laser pulse with a highly nonlinear optical fiber. This interaction results in the creation of a smooth and continuous spectrum of light, which can be controlled by adjusting the input pulse parameters and fiber properties. Supercontinuum fiber lasers have several advantages over traditional light sources, including high brightness, high spectral density, and low coherence. They are used in a wide range of applications, such as biomedical imaging, spectroscopy, microscopy, and telecommunications. Over the past decade, the average cost per watt of supercontinuum fiber lasers has dropped tenfold to less than $10 per watt, making them more accessible for mainstream applications. The ongoing development of new fiber designs, pump sources, and control electronics is expected to further expand the range of applications for these versatile light sources.

Frequently Asked Questions

A broadband supercontinuum source is a type of light source that produces a wide range of wavelengths spanning from the UV to the near-IR region. It is created by sending an intense laser pulse through a highly nonlinear optical fiber, which results in a broad and smooth spectrum.

Broadband Supercontinuum Sources: Unleashing the Full Spectrum of Light

Broadband supercontinuum sources are cutting-edge fiber laser systems that generate ultra-wideband, high-brightness light spanning from the ultraviolet to the infrared. These sources are indispensable in applications demanding high spectral density and spatial coherence, including spectroscopy, biomedical imaging, and optical metrology.

What Is a Supercontinuum Source?

A supercontinuum source transforms narrowband laser pulses into a broad, continuous spectrum through nonlinear optical processes within specially designed fibers, such as photonic crystal fibers (PCFs). This transformation results in a light source that combines the brightness and coherence of lasers with the spectral breadth of traditional white light sources.

Key Features

  • Ultra-Broadband Output: Supercontinuum sources can cover spectral ranges from approximately 400 nm to over 2300 nm, providing a continuous and smooth spectrum suitable for various applications.

  • High Power and Stability: These sources deliver multi-watt average power with exceptional stability, often exhibiting less than 0.5% standard deviation in output.

  • Single-Mode Beam Quality: The output is typically single-mode with high spatial coherence, making it ideal for precision optical applications.

  • Turnkey Operation: Modern supercontinuum systems are designed for ease of use, featuring plug-and-play operation with minimal maintenance requirements.

Applications

  • Spectroscopy: The broad spectral output is ideal for absorption and transmission measurements across various materials, enabling detailed spectral analysis.

  • Biomedical Imaging: Techniques like optical coherence tomography (OCT) and fluorescence microscopy benefit from the high brightness and broad spectrum, enhancing image resolution and contrast.

  • Optical Metrology: Supercontinuum sources are used in precise measurements of optical components and systems, including fiber characterization and calibration.

  • Telecommunications: In optical communication systems, these sources facilitate testing and development of components across a wide wavelength range.

  • Environmental Sensing: The ability to detect multiple gases and pollutants simultaneously makes supercontinuum sources valuable in environmental monitoring.

Selecting the Right Supercontinuum Source

When choosing a supercontinuum source, consider the following factors:

  • Spectral Range: Ensure the source covers the necessary wavelength range for your application.

  • Output Power: Match the power requirements to your system's sensitivity and dynamic range.

  • Beam Quality: Assess the spatial coherence and mode quality needed for your optical setup.

  • System Integration: Consider the physical dimensions and compatibility with existing equipment.

At FindLight, we offer a curated selection of broadband supercontinuum sources from leading manufacturers, catering to a wide array of scientific and industrial applications. Explore our catalog to find the supercontinuum source that best fits your specific needs.