4 kV QBU-mini Pockels Cell Driver, both Edges Fast, Flexible Adjustment

Specifications

Input: +24V DC; 0.5A max
Pulse Width: 200 ns – ∞
Max. Repetition Rate: > 8 kHz at the full load (3.5 kV, 11 pF)
Rise / Fall Time: < 15 ns, typ. ~10 ns
Jitter: ± 2 ns typ.
Delay Time: 150 ns typ.
Protections: from overheating (approx. 72 °C)
Size (LxWxH): 140 x 50 x 20 mm
Weight: < 0,1 kg
Pulse Amplitude: Up to 4 kV
Max. Repetition Rate: Up to 30-50 kHz and higher at lower load capacitances and voltages
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Features


  • Bipolar High Voltage Pulses: The 4kV Pockels cell driver module produces bipolar high voltage pulses with adjustable voltage amplitude, enhancing precision in various applications.

  • Fast Rise and Fall Time: Experience rapid response with typical rise and fall times of ~10 ns, ensuring quick and efficient performance.

  • Adjustable Pulse Width: Customize your pulse width from a minimum of 200 ns to continuous wave (CW) for tailored application needs.

  • High Repetition Rate: Operates at a repetition rate greater than 8 kHz at full load (3.5 kV, 11 pF), suitable for high-frequency applications.

  • Versatile Voltage Control: Output voltage levels can be programmed manually via an onboard trimpot or remotely through a DC voltage, providing flexibility in control.

  • External Triggering: Trigger using an external low voltage arbitrary TTL signal to set various output modes, including base voltage or user-defined non-periodic pulses.

  • Protection Features: Built-in protections against overheating, activating at approximately 72 °C, ensuring safe operation.

  • Compact Design: With dimensions of 140 x 50 x 20 mm and weighing less than 0.1 kg, it is easy to integrate into existing systems.

Applications

The 4kV Pockels cell driver is specially designed to control Pockels cells by applying a fast switching high voltage. The module allows advanced Q-switching, beam slicing, pulse picking usage scenarios