Eight Channel Laser Diode Controller Electronics and Mounting Module
- Independent CW / Pulsed-Mode Control
- Suitable for Butterfly, DIL, TOSA, TO-Can

Product Overview:

Eight Channel Laser Diode Controller and Mounting System

This laser diode driver & temperature controller allows full independent control of up to 8 laser diodes from CW down to very short pulses. It includes several functions including a pulse generator and a precision and very low noise current and modulation driver.

High Density, High Precision Control

This Laser Diode Driver is a precision module able to drive simultaneously and independently up to eight laser diodes in CW and Pulsed operating modes. The current level ranges up to 4 A in pulse mode, and 2.5 A in CW with a current resolution down to 0.05 mA. Fiber management fixtures are provided internally, and it is also compatible with any type of laser diode form factor. It is controlled by an easy-to-use graphical interface and contains more than 6 connectors per laser diode for various external analog input/outputs signals.

Comprehensive Laser Diode Protection

The integrated laser diode protection circuits protect the laser devices at all times. The user-set current limit and temperature limit clamp both the bias current and the operating temperature to prevent damage to the laser. Soft-start current ramp to the set-point protects the laser from the possibility of thermal shock or current surges.

Finally, the integration of the mounting socket directly with the current source eliminates the need for cables and connectors in the current path, which greatly reduces the likelihood of ESD damage to the laser from plugging and unplugging cables, and prevents external electronic noise affecting the drive current signal.

USB Interface and Versatile Controller Software

The controller is equipped with a USB interface, and delivered with easy-to-use GUI software. Several software control libraries are provided for custom control software development, including Labview, DLLs, Hexa, and Python.

Four Channel Controller Available

The same high precision CW / Pulsed laser diode controller performance is available in a 4-laser system, for smaller system requirements and at lower cost. Inquire for additional information, price, and lead time.