Description
The 2000nm Band ASE Broadband Light Source from DK Photonics is a cutting-edge solution designed for advanced photonics research and industrial applications. Utilizing thulium fiber laser technology, this light source delivers a broad and flat spectral output spanning from 1850 nm to 2000 nm, making it highly suitable for applications that demand stable and uniform illumination across the 2-micron wavelength region. Its robust design ensures high output power with exceptional spectral flatness, which is critical for precise measurements and reliable performance in demanding environments.
This broadband light source is engineered for versatility and ease of integration. It is available in both module and desktop configurations, catering to various laboratory and field setups. The device offers adjustable output power (optional), allowing users to fine-tune the intensity from 10% to 100% without compromising spectral uniformity. This feature is particularly valuable for applications such as fiber optic sensing, medical imaging, and the testing of passive optical components, where consistent and controllable light output is essential.
Stability and reliability are at the core of the DK-XS-DT-006-A/2 design. The light source boasts excellent short-term and long-term power stability, with minimal drift over extended operation periods. Its low degree of polarization ensures compatibility with a wide range of optical systems, while the high output isolation protects sensitive downstream equipment. The device supports standard single-mode fibers (SMF-28e or SM1950) and features FC/APC connectors for secure and low-loss connections.
Designed for user convenience, the desktop version includes intuitive button controls and can be equipped with a communication interface and host computer software for real-time monitoring and remote operation. The compact footprint and wide operating temperature and humidity ranges make it suitable for both laboratory and industrial environments. With customizable options for wavelength range and output power, the 2000nm Band ASE Broadband Light Source is a flexible and reliable choice for researchers and engineers seeking high-performance broadband illumination in the near-infrared spectrum.
2000nm Band ASE Broadband Light Source
Specifications
| Bandwidth: | 150 nm |
|---|---|
| Center Wavelength: | 2000 nm |
| Output Power: | 10 mW |
| Polarization: | Random, Linear, Circular |
| Wavelength Range: | 1850~2000 nm |
| Output Power: | 10/20/30 mW (Non-adjustable), 10%~100% adjustable (optional) |
| Output Isolation: | >35 dB |
| Short-term Stability (15 Minutes): | ≤ ±0.02 dB |
| Long-term Stability (8 Hours): | ≤ ±0.05 dB |
| Degree Of Polarization DOP: | ≤ 0.2 dB |
| Fiber Type: | SMF-28e or SM1950 |
| Optical Connector: | FC/APC |
| Power Supply: | 100~240V AC, <30W |
| Dimensions: | 260(W)×280(D)×120(H) mm |
| Operation Temperature Range: | -5~+55°C |
| Operation Humidity Range: | 0~70% |
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Features
- Broad Wavelength Coverage: Wide spectral range from 1850 nm to 2000 nm, ideal for diverse applications in laser biology, spectroscopy, and optical component testing.
- Flat Spectrum Output: Delivers a highly uniform and flat spectral profile, ensuring consistent performance across the entire wavelength range.
- Adjustable Output Power: Power adjustment capability from 10% to 100% (optional), with no change in spectral flatness, supporting flexible experimental requirements.
- High Output Power Options: Available in 10 mW, 20 mW, and 30 mW output power configurations to suit various application needs.
- Exceptional Output Stability: Short-term stability ≤ ±0.02 dB (15 minutes) and long-term stability ≤ ±0.05 dB (8 hours) for reliable and repeatable measurements.
- High Output Isolation: Output isolation greater than 35 dB, minimizing back reflections and ensuring signal integrity.
- Low Degree of Polarization (DOP): DOP ≤ 0.2 dB, suitable for sensitive measurement and testing environments.
- Multiple Fiber Options: Compatible with SMF-28e or SM1950 fibers, and equipped with FC/APC optical connectors for easy integration.
- Flexible Packaging: Available in both compact module and desktop configurations to fit different system setups.
- Optional Communication Interface: Supports host computer software and communication interface for real-time monitoring and remote control (optional).
- Wide Operating Conditions: Operates reliably in temperatures from -5°C to +55°C and humidity from 0% to 70%.
- Universal Power Supply: Desktop version supports 100~240V AC input, <30W power consumption.
- Customizable Solutions: Custom wavelength ranges, output power, and configurations available upon request to meet specific application requirements.
- Typical Applications: Perfect for fiber sensing, medical imaging, passive optical component testing, laser biology, and spectrum measurement.
Applications
- Fiber Optic Sensing: Ideal for distributed and point fiber optic sensor systems, including temperature, strain, and acoustic sensing in structural health monitoring, oil & gas pipelines, and civil engineering.
- Medical Imaging: Used in advanced medical imaging techniques such as Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) and near-infrared spectroscopy for tissue analysis and diagnostics.
- Passive Optical Component Testing: Provides a stable and broad spectrum light source for testing and characterizing passive optical components like filters, couplers, isolators, and WDM devices in the 2μm band.
- Spectroscopy: Suitable for absorption, fluorescence, and Raman spectroscopy in the 1850–2000nm range for chemical, biological, and environmental analysis.
- Laser Biology: Enables research in biophotonics, including optical manipulation, imaging, and stimulation of biological samples at 2μm wavelengths.
- Optical Communication Research: Supports the development and testing of next-generation optical communication systems operating in the 2μm band.
- Material Characterization: Used for studying optical properties of materials, thin films, and semiconductors in the mid-infrared region.
- Nonlinear Optics Experiments: Provides a broadband source for investigating nonlinear optical effects such as supercontinuum generation, frequency conversion, and parametric processes.
- Environmental Sensing: Enables detection and monitoring of gases and pollutants with absorption features in the 2μm spectral region.
- Metrology and Calibration: Acts as a reference light source for calibrating spectrometers, detectors, and other optical instruments in the 1850–2000nm range.
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