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Free Space Ultra Stable Laser Module – OZ-5000 Series

The OZ-5000 Series Free Space Ultra Stable Laser Module is engineered for demanding scientific, medical, and industrial applications that require exceptional stability and precision. Designed with a focus on reliability and versatility, this laser module delivers output powers up to 300 mW and is available in a broad wavelength range from 375 nm to 1625 nm, making it suitable for a wide array of optical tasks. Its compact footprint (101 x 50 x 38 mm) allows for seamless integration into laboratory setups, OEM systems, and production environments where space is at a premium.

At the core of the OZ-5000 Series is a temperature-stabilized laser diode system, housed together with advanced temperature control electronics. This design ensures the laser diode operates within a tightly regulated temperature window, maintaining wavelength stability to better than 0.1 nm and minimizing mode hopping. Such precision is crucial for applications like confocal microscopy, flow cytometry, DNA sequencing, and interferometry, where even minor fluctuations can impact results.

The module offers flexible power control, allowing users to adjust output power via a simple DC voltage input. This feature supports both electrically and optically variable output, catering to dynamic experimental requirements. Standard analog and optional TTL interfaces provide straightforward integration with existing control systems, while an optional USB interface is available for enhanced connectivity. The OZ-5000 also supports analog modulation up to 20 kHz, with special versions available for higher frequencies, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of modulation needs.

Safety and reliability are integral to the OZ-5000 design. An interlock feature allows for immediate shutdown in case of safety concerns or system errors, and an optional mechanical shutter further enhances operational safety. The module is backed by a robust warranty—18 months or 5000 hours for wavelengths above 600 nm—reflecting its durability and the manufacturer’s confidence in its performance.

With its low noise, excellent beam pointing stability, and customizable output options, the OZ-5000 Series stands out as a cost-effective, high-performance solution for precision laser applications. Whether for research, diagnostics, manufacturing, or testing, this laser module delivers the stability and flexibility required by today’s most advanced optical systems.

Free Space Ultra Stable Laser Module OZ-5000 Series

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Specifications

Laser Type: Modulated
Fiber Type: Single Mode
Wavelength: 375 nm
Output Power: 20 mW
Long-term Power Stability: <2%
Short-term Power Stability: Typically <0.5% (Better stability available as an option_
Polarization Extinction Ratio: Typically >20 dB
Wavelength Stability: Typically ± 0.1nm
RMS Noise (20 Hz- 20 MHz): < 0.2% (diode laser) | < 0.5% (green laser)
Peak To Peak Noise (20 Hz- 20 MHz): < 0.75% (diode laser) | < 5% (green laser)
Beam Divergence: < 1mrad
M-squared (M2): < 1.3
Beam Shape: Elliptical (Circular Beam available upon request)
Beam Size: Beam Size 1mm
Pointing Stability: ± 25 mrad

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Features

  • Wide Output Power Range: Delivers up to 300 mW, suitable for demanding scientific and industrial applications.
  • Broad Wavelength Selection: Available wavelengths from 375 nm to 1625 nm, including custom options for specialized needs.
  • Ultra Stable Performance: Exceptional power and wavelength stability with temperature control holding variation to less than 0.01°C, ensuring wavelength variation better than 0.1 nm.
  • Low RMS Noise: Provides clean, stable output ideal for sensitive measurements and imaging.
  • Superior Beam Pointing Stability: Maintains precise beam alignment for high-accuracy applications.
  • Adjustable Output Power: Electrically or optically variable output power via analog input (0–5V), with optional TTL and USB interfaces for flexible control and integration.
  • Compact & Robust Design: Space-saving 101 x 50 x 38 mm housing integrates laser diode and temperature control for easy system integration.
  • Flexible Beam Options: Choose between collimated or adjustable beam sizes to suit your application.
  • Versatile Modulation: Standard analog modulation up to 20 kHz; special versions available for up to 1 MHz modulation frequency.
  • Comprehensive Interface Options: Easily configurable analog interface, optional USB, and other interface choices for OEM and research applications.
  • Integrated Safety Features: Standard interlock for safety shutdown, TTL on/off control, and optional mechanical shutter for enhanced protection.
  • Extended Warranty: Guaranteed lifetime of 18 months or 5000 hours (for wavelengths >600 nm), with extended warranty options available.
  • Low Cost of Ownership: Designed for affordability without compromising on performance or reliability.
  • Wide Operating Temperature Range: Reliable operation from 10°C to 45°C, suitable for various environments.
  • Ideal for Multiple Applications: Perfect for confocal microscopy, flow cytometry, DNA sequencing, medical imaging, interferometry, particle counting, printing, optical component manufacturing/testing, and materials evaluation.

Applications

  • Confocal Microscopy: Provides stable, high-quality illumination for advanced imaging applications, enabling precise optical sectioning and high-resolution imaging in biological and materials research.
  • Flow Cytometry: Delivers reliable and consistent laser output for accurate cell sorting and analysis, supporting multi-parameter detection in biomedical and clinical laboratories.
  • DNA Sequencing: Offers exceptional wavelength and power stability, crucial for fluorescence-based DNA sequencing and genomics research.
  • Medical Imaging: Ensures low noise and high stability for sensitive imaging techniques such as optical coherence tomography (OCT) and fluorescence imaging in medical diagnostics.
  • Interferometry: Provides ultra-stable output for precise phase measurements and metrology applications, including surface profiling and optical testing.
  • Particle Counting: Enables accurate detection and sizing of particles in air or liquid, supporting environmental monitoring, cleanroom applications, and industrial process control.
  • Printing: Supplies consistent laser power for high-resolution laser printing, direct imaging, and photolithography processes in industrial and commercial printing.
  • Optical Component Manufacturing and Testing: Delivers stable and adjustable laser output for alignment, calibration, and quality control of optical components such as lenses, filters, and fibers.
  • Materials Evaluation and Testing: Supports non-destructive testing, defect detection, and material characterization in research and industrial quality assurance.
  • Laser Spectroscopy: Provides narrow linewidth and stable output for Raman, fluorescence, and absorption spectroscopy in chemical, pharmaceutical, and environmental analysis.
  • Metrology: Enables high-precision distance and displacement measurements in industrial automation, robotics, and scientific research.
  • Holography: Supplies coherent and stable laser light for creating and reconstructing holographic images in data storage, security, and display technologies.
  • Biomedical Research: Facilitates advanced research in cell biology, neuroscience, and tissue engineering with reliable and customizable laser illumination.
  • Laser Alignment and Positioning: Used in machine vision, robotics, and industrial alignment systems for accurate positioning and calibration.
  • Scientific Instrumentation: Integrates into OEM systems and laboratory instruments requiring stable, tunable, and compact laser sources.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the OZ-5000 Ultra Stable Free Space Laser Module?
The OZ-5000 Ultra Stable Free Space Laser Module is a compact, temperature-stabilized laser diode system designed for high stability and low noise applications. It offers output powers up to 300 mW and covers a wide wavelength range from 375 nm to 1625 nm, making it suitable for scientific, medical, and industrial uses.
What are the main applications of the OZ-5000 laser module?
The OZ-5000 laser module is ideal for applications such as confocal microscopy, flow cytometry, DNA sequencing, medical imaging, interferometry, particle counting, printing, optical component manufacturing and testing, and materials evaluation and testing.
How does the OZ-5000 laser module ensure power and wavelength stability?
The OZ-5000 features advanced temperature control that maintains the laser diode temperature within 0.01°C, resulting in wavelength stability better than 0.1 nm. This minimizes mode hopping and ensures consistent output power and wavelength over time.
What output power and wavelength options are available for the OZ-5000?
The OZ-5000 series offers output powers up to 300 mW and is available in wavelengths ranging from 375 nm to 1625 nm. Custom wavelengths and power levels can be requested to suit specific application requirements.
What modulation and control interfaces are supported by the OZ-5000 laser module?
The OZ-5000 supports analog modulation up to 20 kHz as standard, with special versions available for modulation up to 1 MHz. It features standard analog and optional TTL interfaces for OEM integration, as well as an optional USB interface for computer control.
How is the output power of the OZ-5000 laser module adjusted?
Output power can be easily adjusted by varying the DC voltage on the Power Control Input (0–5V), where 0V corresponds to maximum power and 5V to minimum power. This allows precise control for different experimental or operational needs.
What safety and warranty features does the OZ-5000 offer?
The OZ-5000 includes a standard interlock feature for safety shutdowns and can be used as a TTL on/off control. A mechanical shutter option is also available. The module comes with an 18-month or 5000-hour warranty for wavelengths above 600 nm, with manufacturer’s warranty applying for shorter wavelengths.

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