FL500 Laser Diode and VCSEL Driver

Description

The FL500 is ideal for driving low power laser diodes. It operates from 3 to 12 V, so is compatible with Li+ battery operation. It can be configured as two totally independent 250 mA drivers or a single 500 mA driver. Compatible with Type A or B laser diodes. The FL500 allows for quick and easy operation in Constant Current (CC) mode.

For simple CC mode operation the only components that are required are a power supply, an analog control voltage, your laser and optional filtering circuitry. For additional features, including current limit and photodiode feedback for Constant Power operation, the FL500 can be used with the FL591 evaluation board.

Specifications

Drive Regime:	CW, Pulsed
Output Current (max):	0.5 A
Output Voltage (max):	12 V
Supply Range:	3 - 12 V
Noise Level:	3 uA RMS at full scale

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Features

Small Package (0.75” x 0.45” x 0.255”)
Low Cost
Brownout Protection
12-pin, SMT package, Reflow Compatible
Slow Start Laser Diode Protection
Drive Up to 500 mA Output Current
Can be configured as two 250 mA drivers
Voltage Controlled Setpoint
TTL Compatible Shutdown Pin
Adjustable Current Limit on Eval boards
Adjustable Current Range Output
500 kHz sinewave Constant Current.

Applications

Drive for laser diodes and VCSELs

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the features of the FL500?

The FL500 has a small package size, low cost, brownout protection, slow start laser diode protection, and can drive up to 500 mA output current. It also has a voltage controlled setpoint and TTL compatible shutdown pin.

What is Constant Current (CC) mode operation?

Constant Current (CC) mode operation is a simple mode of operation for the FL500 that only requires a power supply, an analog control voltage, the laser, and optional filtering circuitry.

What is the FL500 Laser Diode and VCSEL Driver?

The FL500 is a driver for low power laser diodes that can be configured as two independent 250 mA drivers or a single 500 mA driver.

What is the voltage range for the FL500?

The FL500 operates from 3 to 12 V, making it compatible with Li+ battery operation.

What are the applications for the FL500?

The FL500 is used as a driver for laser diodes and VCSELs.

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