MENHIR-1030 Series Industrial-Grade Laser 1030 nm 1 GHz

Key Features of the MENHIR-1030 Series 1 GHz Femtosecond Laser

• Industrial-grade 1030 nm femtosecond laser designed for demanding ultrafast photonics, frequency comb, metrology, spectroscopy, and precision timing applications.
• 1.000 GHz repetition rate provides a high-repetition-rate pulse train ideal for applications requiring dense optical comb lines, high timing precision, and stable ultrafast pulse delivery.
• Center wavelength range of 1025 – 1035 nm, optimized for Yb-based ultrafast laser systems, nonlinear optics, optical frequency combs, and 1030 nm photonics platforms.
• Ultra-low phase noise and timing jitter enable exceptional pulse-to-pulse stability for precision synchronization, low-noise microwave generation, and advanced timing distribution systems.
• External RF synchronization capability allows the laser repetition rate to be locked to an external RF reference for stable system integration and timing-critical experiments.
• Average output power > 30 mW at 1 GHz repetition rate, delivering a reliable ultrafast optical source in a compact industrial package.
• Clean soliton pulse operation with a sech2-shaped optical spectrum, supporting high-quality femtosecond pulse performance and stable ultrafast operation.
• Optical bandwidth > 5 nm, with example characterization showing approximately 6.7 nm FWHM, supporting short pulse durations and broadband ultrafast applications.
• Femtosecond pulse duration with transform-limited pulse width specified at < 300 fs, suitable for ultrafast spectroscopy, nonlinear optics, and precision photonic measurements.
• Excellent beam quality with TEM00 spatial mode and M2 < 1.05, enabling efficient coupling into optical systems, fibers, microscopes, and nonlinear devices.
• High long-term power stability, demonstrated through extended stability testing, supporting reliable 24/7 industrial and laboratory operation.
• Low amplitude noise performance, with shot-noise-limited behavior above 4 MHz, making it well suited for low-noise optical measurements and precision metrology.
• Passively air-cooled architecture eliminates the need for water cooling, reducing maintenance requirements and simplifying system integration.
• Fully self-contained laser design provides robust, turnkey operation without complex external subsystems.
• Compact footprint with dimensions of approximately 250 x 260 x 60 mm, making the MENHIR-1030 Series easy to integrate into OEM instruments, optical tables, and space-constrained photonics systems.
• Extreme robustness and reliability engineered for industrial environments as well as advanced research laboratories requiring stable ultrafast laser performance.
• High-repetition-rate ultrafast source well suited for optical frequency comb generation, microwave photonics, low-noise timing applications, ultrafast sampling, pump-probe experiments, and high-speed optical metrology.
• 1030 nm laser platform compatibility makes it an excellent seed source or timing reference for Yb-doped amplifier systems and other ytterbium-based ultrafast laser architectures.
• Stable RF spectrum around the repetition rate supports precision monitoring, synchronization, and integration into RF-referenced photonic systems.
• Custom modification options available, allowing configuration flexibility for specialized OEM, scientific, and industrial ultrafast laser requirements.

• Ultra-Stable Frequency Source: The MENHIR-1030 SERIES operates at a repetition rate of 1 GHz, providing a highly stable frequency source for various applications.
• Low Phase Noise and Timing Jitter: Achieves the lowest phase noise and timing jitter on the market, making it ideal for precision applications.
• Industrial-Grade Design: The laser is passively air-cooled and fully self-contained, ensuring extreme robustness and reliability.
• High Power Output: Delivers power greater than 30 mW, suitable for demanding applications.
• Wavelength Range: Operates within a wavelength range of 1025 – 1035 nm, providing flexibility for different uses.
• Clean Soliton Pulse: Produces a clean soliton pulse with a bandwidth greater than 5 nm and a pulse width of less than 300 fs.
• Beam Quality: Features a TEM00 beam with an M2 value of less than 1.05, ensuring high beam quality.
• Compact Dimensions: The laser's dimensions are 250 x 260 x 60 mm3, making it compact and easy to integrate.
• Power Stability: Demonstrates high long-term power stability, shot noise-limited above 4 MHz.
• Repetition Rate Stability: Offers extreme repetition rate stability and ultra-low pulse-to-pulse jitter, with the ability to synchronize to an external RF reference.
• Custom Modifications: Custom modifications are available upon request to meet specific application needs.