- Description
Introducing the PL2230 series lasers, a groundbreaking leap in laser technology. These lasers feature a diode-pumped solid-state (DPSS) master oscillator at their core, capable of generating pulse trains at an impressive repetition rate of 87 MHz, while maintaining a low single pulse energy level in the range of several nJ. To achieve higher output power, diode-pumped amplifiers are utilized, enabling these lasers to deliver exceptional pulse energies of up to 30 mJ or even 40 mJ.
The PL2230 series incorporates a high-gain regenerative amplifier with an amplification factor approaching 10⁶, ensuring remarkable pulse amplification. Following the regenerative amplifier, a multipass power amplifier efficiently extracts stored energy from the Nd:YAG rod. This design optimizes energy utilization while preserving a near Gaussian beam profile and minimizing wavefront distortion.
To expand the versatility of the PL2230 lasers, angle-tuned KD*P and KDP crystals, housed in thermostabilized ovens, are utilized for second, third, and fourth harmonic generation. To maintain high spectral purity, harmonic separators guide each harmonic to separate output ports.
Continuous monitoring of the output pulse energy is achieved through built-in energy monitors. Users can conveniently access the energy data on a remote keypad or a PC monitor. Furthermore, the lasers provide triggering pulses for synchronization with external equipment. The user-adjustable leading edge of the triggering pulse can be set in precise steps of approximately 0.25 ns, with a maximum lead of 500 ns. Additionally, a pretrigger feature offers up to 1000 μs lead.
With precise pulse energy control, exceptional short-term and long-term stability, and a repetition rate of 50 Hz, the PL2230 series lasers are an excellent choice for a wide range of demanding scientific applications. They offer versatile control options, including USB (VCP, ASCII commands), RS232 (ASCII commands), LAN (REST API), or the convenience of a remote control pad with a backlit display, ensuring easy operation even while wearing laser safety glasses.
