Superluminescent Diodes Broadband Light Source

Superluminescent Diodes Broadband Light Source

Keywords: LED, SLED, ELED,SLD, superluminescent
Aug 18, 2021 View: 1010 Data Sheet

STDL-ASE is a series of all semiconductor low DOP ASE optical sources with a wide selection of wavelengths, covering the entire telecom spectral bands (from O to U) The CW output standard model comes with excellent stability in output power and spectr

SMR SeriesSuperluminescent Diodes Broadband Light Source

1. Superluminescent Diodes Broadband Light Source

Features Applications
* Wide Spectral Range * Fiber Sensing
* Easy Operation * Medical Imaging
* Excellent Stability of Power * Test and Measurement
Optical Parameters Unit Typical Value Remarks
Center Wavelength nm 850/1310/1400/1450/.../1610/1650
Total Output Power mW 1/5/10 Non-tunable
Spectral Density dBm/nm ≥-25
Spectral Ripple dB <0.2
Power Instability(15min.) dB ≤ ±0.02 ≤±0.5%
Power Instability(8hr) dB ≤ ±0.05 ≤±1.2%
Degree of Polarization dB ≤ 0.2
Optical Fiber - SMF-28
Fiber connector - FC/APC
General Parameters Bench-top Module
Control Function Key lock switch, Push button RS232 serial Communication
Remote control Port Optional DB9 Female
Power Supply AC100~240V, <30W DC5V, <15W
Dimensions 260(W)×280(D)×120(H)mm 125(W)×150(D)×20(H)mm
Operation Temperature

-5~+35°C

Operation Humidity

0~70%

Ordering Information/ Product Code

SMR-SLD Center Wavelength(nm) Output Power(mW) Packaging
850/1310/1400/1450/1470/1500/1550/1610/1650 1=1mW
5=5mW
10=10mW
M=Module
B=Benchtop

2. Ultra-Broadband SLD Light Source

Features Applications
* Wide Spectral Range * Fiber Sensing
* Easy Operation * Medical Imaging
* Excellent Stability of Power * Test and Measurement
Optical Parameters Unit Typical Value Remarks
Center Wavelength nm 1250~1650
Total Output Power mW >10 Non-tunable
Spectral Density dBm/nm ≥-25
Spectral Ripple dB <0.2
Power Instability(15min.) dB ≤ ±0.02 ≤±0.5%
Power Instability(8hr) dB ≤ ±0.05 ≤±1.2%
Degree of Polarization dB ≤ 0.2
Optical Fiber - SMF-28
Fiber connector - FC/APC
General Parameters Bench-top Module
Control Function Key lock switch, Push button RS232 serial Communication
Remote control Port Optional DB9 Female
Power Supply AC100~240V, <30W DC5V, <15W
Dimensions 260(W)×280(D)×120(H)mm 125(W)×150(D)×20(H)mm
Operation Temperature

-5~+35°C

Operation Humidity

0~70%

Ordering Information/ Product Code

SMR-SLD Wavelength Range Spectral Density(dBm/nm) Packaging
2565=1250~1650nm 25=-25dBm/nm M=Module
B=Bench-top

Broadband Light Source, STLD Series

We offer a wide selection of SLD-based broadband light & sources. The offerings include both compact light source modules intended for integration into larger systems and benchtop instruments developed for use in industrial and research laboratories. Various designs allow analog or digital control of SLD modules. All sources have integrated high-precision driving electronics to provide stable and reliable performance. All sources are RoHS compliant.

Product series Picture Description
STLD-mCS
STLD-mCS,sCS-series Miniature Broadband Light Source Modules
Miniature single-SLD broadband light sources with analog SLD control. The successor models to the SLD-MS. 9-30 V DC-powered. 50-KHzSLD modulation. Switchable SLD control mode (ACC-APC). Can be built based on any SLD of our drive current does not exceed 400 mA.
STLD-sCS
STLD-mCS,sCS-series Miniature Broadband Light Source Modules
Miniature single-SLD broadband light sources with analog SLD control. The successor models to the SLD-MS. 9-30 V DC-powered. 50-KHzSLD modulation. Switchable SLD control mode (ACC-APC). Can be built based on any SLD of our drive current does not exceed 400 mA.
STLD-CS
STLD-CS-series Compact High Power Broadband Light Source Modules.
Compact single-SLD broadband light sources with analog SLD control. 9-30 V DC-powered. 50-kHz SLD modulation. Allows integration of additional components like couplers, optical isolators (including bulky 850-nm ones). Recommended for powerful SLD light sources. APC SLD control as a standard, ACC-APC switchable upon request. The versions based on the most powerful SLDs at different center wavelengths are available as a standard. Can be built based on any SLD of our drive current does not exceed 400 mA.
STBLM2-D
STBLMD-series Compact Broadband Light Source Modules with Extended Bandwidth.
Compact broadband light sources with digital control of SLD modules (USB). 12 V DC-powered. Up to 3 SLDs inside. Allows integration of additional components like couplers, optical isolators (including bulky 850-nm ones). SLD control mode — APC only. The best combination of power and spectrum width in multiple-SLD models. TTL control or remote operation from a PC/laptop via a USB port.
STM-S
STM-S-series Broadlighters.
High-power single-SLD benchtop broadband light sources. The instruments have been developed for use in industrial and research laboratories. These light sources are based on the most powerful SLDs of Superlum. Optically isolated, up to 30 mW output power.
STM-D,STM-T,STM-Q
STM-D-, STM-T-, and STM-Q-series Broadlighters.
Multiple-SLD benchtop broadband light sources with extended bandwidth. The instruments have been developed for use in industrial and research laboratories. More than 20 mW output power, up to 200 nm spectrum width, and more.

STDL Series Superluminescent Diodes Broadband Light Sources

Cutting edge optical and photonics technology to design and manufacture laser diodes and other laser products. These products are key components in diverse applications that will pave the way to revolutionising the technology of the future: self-driving cars, quantum optics, structural health monitoring, renewable energy harvesting, optical test and measurement solutions.

With state-of-the-art photonics technology and highly qualified experienced team in its 50,000 square foot purpose built facility that houses R&D, product design and manufacturing, with ability to produce prototypes of customised photonics devices and arrays also allows customers to outsource the photonics supply chain. The ISO 9001:2015 certification was awarded.

Product family Product Code Specification Form factor Application
SLED STDL-CS5103A
STDL-CS5153A
STDL-CS5203A
Typ. WL 1550 nm
Typ. FWHM 40 nm
Min. Power 10, 15, 20, 35 mW
SMF/PMF
14-pin BTF Navigation
SLED STDL-CS50L4C
STDL-CS55057C
Typ. WL 1550 nm
Typ. FWHM 40, 60 nm
Min Power 1, 5 mW
8-pin BTF Navigation
SLED STDL-CS3089A
STDL-CS3159A
Typ. WL 1310 nm
Typ. FWHM 75, 83 nm
Min. Power 8, 15 mW
14-pin BTF Fiber Optic Test and Measurement
SLED STDL-CS43H4A Typ. WL 1430 nm
Typ. FWHM 45 nm
Min. Power 15 mW
14-pin BTF Fiber Optic Test and Measurement
SLED STDL-CS5169A Typ. WL 1550 nm
Typ. FWHM 80, 100 nm
Min. Power 16, 10 mW
14-pin BTF Fiber Optic Test and Measurement
SLED STDL-CS51010A Typ. WL 1550 nm
Typ. FWHM 80, 100 nm
Min. Power 16, 10 mW
14-pin BTF Fiber Optic Test and Measurement
SLED STDL-CS5029L Typ. WL 1510 nm
Typ. FWHM 100 nm
Min. Power 0.2 mW
14-pin DIL Fiber Optic Test and Measurement
SLED STDL-CS3024A
STDL-CS3089A
STDL-CS3159A
Typ. WL 1310 nm
Typ. FWHM 40, 75, 83 nm
Min. Power 2, 8, 15 mW
14 pin BTF Metrology
SLED STDL-CS5103A
STDL-CS5153A
STDL-CS5203A
Typ. WL 1550 nm
Typ. FWHM 40 nm
Min. Power 10, 15, 20, 35 mW
SMF/PMF
14-pin BTF Structural Health Monitoring
SLED STDL-CS5169A Typ. WL 1550 nm
Typ. FWHM 80, 100 nm
Min. Power 16, 10 mW
14-pin BTF Structural Health Monitoring
SLED STDL-CS68M5A Typ. WL 1680 nm
Typ. BW FWHM 50 nm
Min. Power 15 mW
Typ. Spectral Ripple 0.3 dB
14-pin BTF Medical

(1) General Purpose SLED Integrated Light Modules

SLED

he STBX-BZ series of Integrated Infrared Light Module (I2LM) products are based on the proven performance STDL-CS series of 14 PIN BUTTERFLY SLED It is an ideal balance of cost performance value solution, for general purpose applications that require convenient usage, low wavelength sensitivity to environment, and lifetime reliability. The STBX series and STBZ series incorporate a compact form factor with precise controllers for high output level and excellent power stability.

STDL-BX series is focused on providing a Precisely Power Tuned light source, with the functional feature of plugging in and providing infrared light, where absolute accuracy, stability, lifetime reliability and high resolution are vital. The STDL-BZ line of I2LM series provides option to directly intensity modulate the SLED.

Extra Features in BX-9 Series

  • Tunable optical power
  • Over temperature protection
  • Smallest size in I2LM family

Extra Features in BX-10 Series

  • Over temperature protection and internal PCB temperature monitor
  • Active Low optical power enabled function
  • Operating temperature up to 70°C

Extra Features in BZ-1 Series

  • Over temperature protection and internal PCB temperature monitor
  • Pre bias optical power
  • Analog intensity modulation up to 20MHz
  • Pulse or digital modulation up to 200MHz

Features & Performance

  • Excellent stable CW operation (<0.01dB)
  • Optical power range up to 50mW
  • Wide 3dB spectral bandwidth of 25nm up to 100nm
  • Integrated optical isolator
  • Standard operating temperature: 0°C to 70°C
  • Optical output: SMF or PMF fiber options with pigtail (BX) or with receptacle (BZ) options, with FC/APC connector
  • Wavelength from 1200nm to 1700nm
  • Customized design and features (Return Sensing Signal Port, Monitoring Optical Coupler.

Application

  • Specific Passive Components)
  • Linearly voltage controlled tunable optical power
  • Built in current driver and temperature controller
  • High wall plug efficiency
  • Telcordia qualified, RoHS Compliance
Wavelength Range (nm) Model selection
STDL-BX9-STCSxxxxA, STDL-BX10-CSxxxxA, STDL-BZ1-CSxxxxA
Typ. Module Power (mW) Typ. Module FWHM
(nm)
Typ. Module Ripple
(dB)
1260 -1290 2079A
2184A
7
18
75
40
0.15
0.15
3055A 5 50 0.15
1290 -1330 3089A 8 75 0.2
3102A 10 30 0.15
3152A 15 30 0.15
3159A 15 83 0.25
Premium 3184A 18 42 0.15
3202A 20 30 0.2
3207A 20 56 0.15
3307A 30 58 0.25
3404A 40 43 0.25
3452A 40 32 0.35
3504A 50 38 0.3
1330 -1370 35H5A 13 48 0.2
1380 -1420 40H2A 15 35 0.2
1415 -1445 43H4A 15 45 0.2
1430 -1470 44H4A 15 45 0.2
1460 -1500 48H5A 15 50 0.2
5037A 3 60 0.15
1530 -1570 5077A 5 60 0.2
5107A 8 60 0.2
5103A 10 40 0.15
51010A 10 100 0.25
Premium 5153A 15 40 0.2
5169A 16 80 0.3
5203A 20 40 0.25
5254A 25 40 0.25
5403A 35 40 0.35
1560 -1600 58M7A 5 58 0.15
1580 -1620 6055A
6107A
5
8
55
60
0.15
0.15
1600 -1630 62M7A 8 60 0.15
1635 -1690 65M5A
69M5A
10
10
50
50
0.2
0.2
  • Due to insertion loss of integrated optical isolator, optical power and bandwidth in I2LM form can be up to 10 lower than corresponding DL CS module
  • All current model selections are available in Premium A and B Grade performance models which offer variety in Center Wavelength, Bandwidth, Power Ranges and Spectral Modulation Ranges

Application Details

Structure Health Monitoring (SHM) -sensing in gas & oil production, telemetry inelectricity distribution (FOS)
- physical (temp, pressure, strain, vibrations), structural and civil engineering, smart structures, intelligent distributed sensing (DTS DTSS)
Test & Measurement - in line production process monitoring, 3D metrology and surface
metrology, semiconductor fabrication (solar cells)
Medical Technology - OCT (biopsies less medical cell imaging, diagnostic imaging), point of use/
handhelds/ non invasive diagnosis (blood analysis)
Navigation - navigation and guidance inertia sensing (gyroscope)

Physical & Mechanical Specification

  • BX9 Dimension: L100 x W80 x H16 mm
  • BX10 Dimension: L100 x W80 x H20 mm
  • BZ1 Dimension: L100 x W88 x H22.5mm
  • Enclosure: Metal Case
  • Cooling: Air-Cooled
  • Optical Output: Receptacle/Pigtail
  • Connector Type: FC/APC
  • Elec. Power Supply: 5VDC

(2) Superluminescent Light Emitting Diodes (SLED)

SLED

We offer proprietary matching of Infrared Light sources for custom and application specific needs of those who need to develop a Broadband Fiber Coupled Light Sources for use in a variety of spectroscopy applications, is ideal for applications requiring wide spectral ranges in the NIR.

The SLED family covers all the bands needed for broadband and high power requirements, the SLED based light sources will cover all the main bands used in telecom applications, and communications and test applications It provides a broader spectral range and high spectral density. The product family is ideal for broadband applications, and passive component testing, as well as fiber optic sensing and spectroscopy.

Applications

  • Test & Measurement: Fiber Optics Network
  • Medical Imaging, Patient Monitoring & Detection (OCT, Glucose Monitoring
  • Navigation & Stabilization: Fiber Optics Gyroscope
  • Structural Health Monitoring: FBG Sensor Interrogation

Product Offering

  • Comprehensive Product Range
  • Wavelength options between 1260nm to 1700nm
  • Bandwidth options from typical 25nm to 100nm
  • SLED sets available for covering spectrum between 1250nm to 1700nm
  • FP/APC Connector termination with SMF PMF Fiber Pigtail Options
  • Depolarized Low DOP SLED option available in Integrated Light Module (STDL-ASE series)

Features & Performance

  • Highest energy/ output efficiency in the market
  • Comprehensive range to suit your needs
  • Superior power and spectral coverage
  • Telcordia and ISO9001:2008 certification
  • RoHS Compliance
  • High TE/TM ratio (>20dB possible)
  • Direct Modulation up to 622 MHz available on request
  • Low Coherence Noise
  • Low Spectra Ripple (< 0.1db Low Power,<0.3db Medium power, < 0.5db High Power)
  • Relative Intensity Noise: Typ. 140dB/Hz to 125dB/Hz
Center (nm) Product Code Min Power (mW) Typ BW FWHM
(nm)
Typ Spectral Ripple (dB) Package Options Typ Iop (mA) PD Option General Applications
1275 STDL-CS2079A
STDL-CS2089A
STDL-CS2184A/B
7
8
18
75
75
40
0.15
0.2
0.15
14 pinBTF
14 pinBTF
14 pinBTF /DIL
400
400
350
Yes
Yes
Yes
T&M –CT
T&M –CT
T&M –CT
1310 STDL-CS3034L 0.3 43 0.1 14 pinDIL 100 Yes T&M –OpticalNetworks
STDL-CS3059N 0.4 70 0.1 14 pinDIL 150 No T&M –OpticalNetworks
STDL-CS3014A 1 43 0.1 14 pinDIL 150 Yes T&M –OpticalNetworks
STDL-CS3024A/B 2 45 0.1 14 pinBTF/DIL 180 Yes T&M –OpticalNetworks
STDL-CS3024C 2 45 0.1 8 pinBTF 180 Yes Navigation
STDL-CS3055A/B 5 50 0.15 14 pinBTF/DIL 250 Yes T&M –Comm.Test
STDL-CS3089A 8 75 0.2 14 pinBTF 400 Yes T&M -Metrology
STDL-CS3102A/B 10 30 0.15 14 pinBTF/DIL 250 Yes
STDL-CS3152A 15 30 0.15 14 pinBTF 300 Yes T&M
STDL-CS3158A 15 60 0.3 14 pinBTF 500 Yes T&M
Premium STDL-CS3159A 15 83 0.25 14 pinBTF 500 Yes T&M, MedTech
STDL-CS3184A/B 18 42 0.15 14 pinBTF/DIL 350 Yes T&M
STDL-CS3202A/B 20 30 0.2 14 pinBTF/DIL 350 Yes T&M
STDL-CS3207A 20 56 0.15 14 pinBTF 500 Yes T&M
STDL-CS3307A 30 58 0.25 14 pinBTF 700 Yes
STDL-CS3404A 40 43 0.25 14 pinBTF 700 Yes T&M,FOS
STDL-CS3452A 40 32 0.35 14 pinBTF 700 Yes T&M
STDL-CS3504A 50 38 0.3 14 pinBTF 700 Yes T&M
1340 STDL-CS3059L 0.4 80 0.1 14 pinDIL 180 No T&M –OpticalNetworks
1350 STDL-CS35M9A
STDL-CS35H5A
8
13
80
48
0.25
0.2
14 pinBTF
14 pinBTF
400
350
Yes
Yes
T&M –OpticalNetworks
T&M –OpticalNetworks
1390 STDL-CS39L5B
STDL-CS39107A
3
8
55
55
0.1
0.3
14 pinDIL
14 pinBTF
200
400
Yes
Yes
T&M –OpticalNetworks
T&M
1400 STDL-CS40H2A/B 15 35 0.2 14 pinBTF/DIL 350 Yes T&M –OpticalNetworks
1430 STDL-CS43H4A 15 45 0.2 14 pinBTF 350 Yes T&M –OpticalNetworks
1450 STDL-CS44H4A
STDL-CS44H5A
15
25
45
50
0.2
0.3
14 pinBTF
14 pinBTF
350
600
Yes
Yes
T&M –OpticalNetworks
T&M –OpticalNetworks
1480 STDL-CS48H5A/B 15 50 0.2 14 pinBTF/DIL 350 Yes T&M –OpticalNetworks
1510 STDL-CS5029L 0.2 100 0.1 14 pinDIL 180 No T&M –OpticalNetworks
1530 STDL-CS53107A 8 60 0.3 14 pinBTF 500 Yes T&M,SHM
Center
(nm)
Product Code Min Power (mW) Typ BW FWHM
(nm)
Typ Spectral Ripple (dB) Package Options Typ Iop (mA) PD
Option
General Applications
1550 DL-CS5029N 0.2 95 0.1 14 pinDIL 150 No T&M –OpticalNetworks
DL-CS5014A 1 43 0.15 14 pinDIL 125 Yes T&M –OpticalNetworks
DL-CS50L4C 1 40 0.15 8-pinBTF 130 Yes T&M/NAV
DL-CS5027B 2.5 60 0.15 14 pinDIL 180 Yes T&M
DL-CS5037C-FP 3 60 0.15 8-PinBTF 250 Yes Nav
DL-CS5057C-FP 5 60 0.2 8-pinBTF 300 Yes T&M
DL-CS5037A/B 3 60 0.15 14 pinBTF/DIL 250 Yes T&M
DL-CS5077A/B 5 60 0.2 14 pinBTF/DIL 250 Yes T&M –CommTest
DL-CS5107A/B 8 60 0.2 14 pinBTF/DIL 300 Yes T&M/NAV
DL-CS5103A/B 10 40 0.15 14 pinBTF/DIL 300 Yes NAV
Premium DL-CS51010A-T30 10 100 0.25 14-PinBTF 600 Yes T&M/SHM
DL-CS5153A 15 40 0.2 14 pinBTF 350 Yes T&M/SHM
Premium DL-CS5169A/-T20 16 80 0.3 14 pinBTF 500 Yes T&M/SHM
DL-CS5203A 20 40 0.25 14 pinBTF 450 Yes T&M/SHM
DL-CS5254A 25 40 0.25 14 pinBTF 450 Yes T&M/SHM
DL-CS5403A 35 40 0.35 14 pinBTF 650 Yes T&M –CT
1560 DL-CS56107A 8 65 0.2 14 pinBTF 350 Yes T&M-CommTest
1580 DL-CS58L9B
DL-CS58M7A
1.5
5
95
58
0.1
0.15
14 pinDIL
14 pinBTF
250
250
Yes
Yes
T&M
T&M
1600 DL-CS6055A/B
DL-CS6107A/B
DL-CS60H2A
5
8
25
55
60
30
0.15
0.15
0.35
14 pinBTF/DIL
14 pinBTF/DIL
14 pinBTF
200
300
650
Yes
Yes
Yes
T&M
T&M
T&M/FOS
1620 DL-CS62M7A/B
DL-CS62H2A
8
20
60
30
0.15
0.3
14 pinBTF/DIL
14 pinBTF
300
500
Yes
Yes
T&M/FOS
T&M/FOS
1650 DL-CS65L9A
DL-CS65M5A DL-CS65H5A
2
10
15
85
50
50
0.1
0.2
0.3
14 pinBTF
14 pinBTF
14 pinBTF
300
350
350
Yes
Yes Yes
T&M/FOS
T&M/FOS T&M/FOS
1680 DL-CS68M5A 15 50 0.3 14 pinBTF 500 Yes T&M/FOS
1690 DL-CS69M5A 10 50 0.15 14 pinBTF 400 Yes T&M/FOS
1690 DL-CS69H5A 15 50 0.3 14 pinBTF 500 Yes T&M/FOS

Premium Grade SLED

Premium Products are offered in 3 CWL, 3 Bandwidth Families, 3 Power Ranges, 3 Spectral Modulation Ranges, known as P-Premium Grade, A Grade, and B Grade.

Product Family 1310:

  • Premium Grade is the CS 3159A, Featuring 83 (Typ) BW, 16mW Power(Typ)

Product Family 1550:

  • Premium Grade is the CS 5169A, Featuring 80 (Typ) BW, 16mW Power (Typ)
  • CS 51010A T30, Featuring 100 (Typ) BW, 10mW Power (Typ)

Product Family 1600/1620/1680:

  • Offering high power and bandwidth (>30nm)

(3) SLED Sets

We offer proprietary matching of SLEDs, to produce a multi product combination, which combines a single spatial mode, across a broad spectrum for both sensing or telecom applications that require a broadband spectrum. With a total output power up to 50 mW, that covers a range of from 1250 nm to 1700 nm, the SLED offering provides unparalleled flexibility value and versatility, for those customers who need quick agile alternatives for drop in IR Light sources, to fulfill spectrum needs

The Light Source family, provides the required spectral stability, and total output power stability required for both application specific, and specific spectral regions of interest Our Light Source Family of SLED’s also provides the necessary Spectral Power Density as a key attribute, required for sensing applications and telecom uses which may or may not have polarization dependencies.

Application:

Broadband Fiber Coupled Light Sources for Spectroscopy, -telecommunication, test & measurements, component testing

Product Description:

Multiple Light Source Matching in One Broad Band Source - For multiple wavelength testing, our Dual 2 to Six 6 SLED combinations cover all the major network bands, which enables accurate characterization of fiber links and their passive components, with a very cost effective test set up. Use our 1300 nm/ 1500 nm source for most major passive components Isolators, Couplers.

SLED Light Sources Choice Selection for Component testing – The diverse SLED line of products offers enough variety of choice in power selection along with spectral symmetry You can efficiently qualify your components during your systems components development and perform Pass/Fail testing during production.

High Spectral Density Stability - High spectral density stability is essential to ensure that the test setup products accurate measurements. The more stable the spectrum, the less often a reference trace has to be acquired.

Features

  • Single SLED : 1275nm, 1310nm, 1530nm, 1550nm, 1600nm, 1620nm, 1650nm
  • Dual SLED Combinations: 1230 1400nm, 1450 1670nm. (other wavelengths available upon request)
Telecom Band Wavelength (nm) Min.Power Density (dBM/0.1n m)* Mad. Spectral Flatness (dB) Numberof SLEDs
O-E 1230-1400 -30 3 2
O-L 1250-1600 -30 14 3
O-U 1250-1650 -25 10 4
1250-1650 -22 8.5 5
1250-1700 -25 2 6
S-U 1450-1670 -30 2 2

SLED

(4) STDL-ASE Series Superluscent Diodes

STDL-ASE is a series of all semiconductor low DOP ASE optical sources with a wide selection of wavelengths, covering the entire telecom spectral bands (from O to U) The CW output standard model comes with excellent stability in output power and spectrum As it operates on direct light generation from superluminescent principle (SLED), it can be directly intensity modulated. Modulation models are available upon request, as well as models to meet your specific needs.

SLED

Features

  • Low DOP capability<5%
  • High optical power up to 19dBm
  • Consistent spectral power density across wide bandwidth (up to 120nm)
  • Excellent power stability<0.01dB
  • Analog modulation (3dB~20MHz)
  • Digital modulation (tr<1ns)

Applications

  • OCT, non-invasive analysis
  • SHM sensing in gas & oil
  • FOS
  • T&M
  • Communications
  • Defense & Security

STDL-ASE-CW Series

  • Over temperature protection and internal PCB temperature monitor
  • Active Low optical power enabled function
  • Extendable Operating temperature up to 70°C
  • Optical Output SMF Fiber Pigtail Output

STDL-ASE-IM Series

  • Over temperature protection and internal PCB temperature monitor
  • Pre bias optical power
  • Analog intensity modulation up to 20MHz
  • Pulse or digital modulation up to 200MHz
  • Optical Output FC Receptacle

Features & Performance

  • Wide spectral coverage,1200nm 1700nm
  • Customized ASE design and spectrum combination (eg. return sensing signal port, monitoring optical coupler, etc
  • CW operation (STDL-ASE-CW Series ) or Direct modulation operation STDL-ASE-IM Series
  • Fiber pigtail or FC receptacle output
  • Improved reliability by integrated optical isolator
  • Remote optical power enabled function by active low logic
  • Standard operating temperature: 0°C to 65°C. Extended range 20°C to 70°C
  • Telcordia certification, RoHS Compliance
Telecom Band Product Code SLED Type Wave-length Range [nm] CWL [+/-20nm] Band width [3dB] Power [dBm] Power Density [dBm/ nm] Usage Mode Spectral Symmetry [gaussian]
O
Band
(1260 1360
nm)
STDL-ASE-CW-CSO193A STDL-CS-3452A-FP 1285 -1335 1310 32 19 -6.5 CW Yes
STDL-ASE-CW-CSO157A STDL-CS-3207A-FP 1265 -1365 1310 50 15 -12.5 CW Yes
STDL-ASE-CW-CSO139A STDL-CS-3159A-FP 1250 -1350 1310 75 13.5 -7.5 CW Yes
STDL-ASE-CW-CSO119A STDL-CS-3159A-FP 1250-1350 1310 75 11 -12.5 CW Yes
STDL-ASE-CW-CSOE 109A STDL-CS-2079A-FP STDL-CS-35H5A-FP 1235-1380 1310 120 10 -15 CW No
E Band (1360-1460nm) STDL-ASE-CW-CSE145A STDL-CS-44H5A-FP 1420 -1460 1450 50 14 -7.5 CW Yes
S Band (1460-1530nm) STDL-ASE-CW-CSS145A STDL-CS-48H5A-FP 1470-1506 1480 50 13.5 -9 CW Yes
S C Band (1460 1565 nm) STDL-ASE-CW-CSSC 129A STDL-CS-53109A 1470-1565 1530 80 12 -10 CW Yes
C Band (1530 1565nm) STDL-ASE-CW-CSC183A STDL-DL-CS5403A-
FP
1525 -1565 1550 35 18 -3.5 CW Yes
STDL-ASE-CW-CSC164A STDL-CS-5254A-FP 1525-1565 1550 40 16 -5 CW Yes
STDL-ASE-CW-CSC147A STDL-CS-5107A-FP 1510-1590 1550 60 15 -7.5 CW Yes
STDL-ASE-CW-CSC119A STDL-CS-5169A-FP 1510-1590 1550 80 11.5 -9 CW Yes
STDL-ASE-CW-CSC117A STDL-CS-5107A-FP 1525 -1565 1550 60 11 -10 CW Yes
STDL-ASE-CW-CSC107A STDL-CS-5107A-FP 1526 -1565 1550 60 10 -11 IM Yes
STDL-ASE-CW-CSC143A STDL-CS-5254A-FP 1525 -1565 1550 40 14 -8 CW Yes

CL Band (1525 1625 nm)

STDL-ASE-CW-CSC117A STDL-CS58M7A-FP 1527 -1610 1580 58 11 -15 CW Yes
STDL-ASE-IM-CSCL107A STDL-CS58M7A-FP 1526 -1625 1580 58 10 -16 IM Yes
L Band (1565 1625nm) STDL-ASE-CW-CSL165A STDL-CS60H5A-FP 1525-1610 1600 50 16 -6 CW Yes
U Band (1625 1675nm) STDL-ASE-CW-CSU 125A STDL-CS65M5A-FP 1651-1691 1650 50 11.5 -13 CW Yes
STDL-ASE-CW-CSU 125A STDL-CS65M5A-FP 1625-1675 1650 50 11.5 -9 CW Yes
STDL-ASE-CW-CSU 135A STDL-CS69M5A-FP 1645-1710 1690 50 13 -10 CW Yes

Applications

  • Communications: affordable gigabit bandwidth fiber-link to homes and business (FTTX), test & measurement for telecom networks
  • Medical applications: OCT (biopsies-less medical cell imaging, diagnostic imaging), point of use/ handhelds/ non-invasive diagnosis (blood analysis)
  • Energy, oil and gas: sensing in gas & oil production, telemetry in electricity distribution
  • Industrial controls: in-line production process monitoring, 3D metrology and surface metrology, semiconductor fabrication (solar cells), chemical and gas sensing – safety, emission control, security
  • Environmental sensing: physical (temp, pressure, strain, vibrations), structural and civil engineering, smart structures, intelligent distributed sensing
  • Defense & security: perimeter defense, navigation and guidance - inertia sensing (gyroscope), infrared illumination for surveillance and speckle-free military imaging

ELED

SLED

SBK Series 1550nm SLED Laser Diodes

1.SBK Series ELED Diodes

Features

  • Use high output power;
  • 3dB bandwidth of >35nm;
  • Industry-standard, 14-pins butterfly package;
  • Operating Temperature -45~+70℃;
  • SM fiber or PM fiber pigtail.
  • Reliability: Telcordia GR-468.

Applications

  • Fiber optic communications system;
  • Fiber optic Gyroscopes;
  • Fiber optic sensors;
  • Optical test instruments;
  • Optical coherence tomography;
  • Biomedical imaging systems.

Part Numbering

SBK -XXX -XX -XX -XX
Laser type Wavelength Output power Fiber type Connector type
SLED Laser 850: 850nm
1310: 1310nm
1550: 1550nm
01: 1mW
02: 2mW
...
15: 15mW
SM : Single mode
PM : Polarization maintaining
FA : FC/APC
A : SC/APC
N0: Null

e.g.: SBK-1550-02SM-FA: 1550nm SLED laser with 2mW output power and SM fiber with FC/APC connector).

Example: Details of SBK-1550-02SM-FA:

Absolute Maximum Ratings;

Parameter Symbol Min. Typ. Max. Unit Notes
Operating Current ITH - 100 200 mA CW
Power in Fiber PO 1.0 2.0 2.5 mW CW, ITH=100mA
3dB bandwidth Δλ 35 - - nm CW
Center wavelength λc 1530 1550 1570 nm CW
Spectrum modulation - - 0.1 0.2 dB -
Extinction ER - 16 - dB CW
TEC Voltage VC - - 3.5 V Tc =-45~+70℃
Thermistor resistance Rth 9.5 10 10.5 Tc =25℃
Thermistor B constant B - 3950 - K -

Fiber Pigtail Specifications:

Parameters Description
Fiber Type SMF-28e
Pigtail type 900μm loose tube
Pigtail Length 1.0±0.1m
Connector Type FC/APC

Package Drawing & PIN-OUT Definition (Unit: mm):

Dimensions are in mm. All dimensions are ±0.2mm unless otherwise specified. (Unit: mm)

2. SBK Series Broadband Light Source

The SBK series broadband light source adopts semiconductor super radiation diode technology to output broadband spectrum and has high output power. The operating wavelength can be selected from O, S, C, l and other bands, which is suitable for optical fiber sensing and other applications. Communication interface and host computer software can be provided to facilitate the monitoring of light source status.

Features

  • Ultrawide spectrum
  • Low Spectral ripple
  • Flat spectrum
  • Customizable size

Application

  • Optical fiber sensing
  • Medical imaging
  • Optical fiber device test

Part Numbering

SBK -XXX -XX -XX -X
Laser type Wavelength Output power Fiber type Outlook
SLED Laser 850: 850nm
1310: 1310nm
1550: 1550nm
01: 1mW
02: 2mW
...
15: 15mW
SM : Single mode
PM : Polarization maintaining
M: Module
B: Benchtop
Parameters Unit Value Note
Operating wavelength nm 850, 1310, 1550 ±20
Output power mW 1/5/10/15 Customizable
Spectral power density dBm/nm ≥-25
Spectral ripple dB < 0.2
Short-term stability dB ≤±0.02/15 min
Long-term stability dB ≤±0.05/8 hours
DOP dB ≤ 1
Fiber connector - FC/APC
Fiber type - SMF-28e/PM Fiber
Dimension Mm 195(W)×220(D)×120(H) Benchtop
125(W)×150(D)×20(H) Module
Power input V AC 110~240V Benchtop
DC 5V/4A Module
Communication interface - DB9 Female (RS232)
Operating temperature -20 ~ +65
Storage temperature -40 ~ +85

Typ. characteristic curve:

SMU Series SLD Diode Lasers

Part Numbering

SMU -X -XXX -X -X -X
Laser type Package Wavelength Laser type Fiber type Connector
SLED Laser B: Butterfly
T: TO-CAN
M: Module
D: Desktop
840: 840nm
1310: 1310nm
1550: 1550nm
1578: 1578nm
01:D: DFB
F: FP
S: SLD
1: 250um
2: 900um
0: No
1: FC/APC
2: FC/UPC
3: SC/APC
4: SC/UPC

1. SMU-B1550S-XX 1550nm SLD Diode Laser

Application

  • Fiber optic gyroscope (FOG)
  • Optical fiber sensing
  • Other test system

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Parameter Symbol Unit Min. Typ. Max.
LD Reverse Voltage Vr V 2.0
LD Forward Current If mA 180
TEC Operating Current Itec A 1.2
TEC Operating Voltage Vtec V 3.2
Operating temperature Topr -40 +70
Storage temperature Tstg -40 +85

Electro-Optical Characteristics(T=25℃)

Parameter Symbol Min. Typ. Max. Unit Conditions
Operating Current Io 100 150 mA
Optical Output Power Po 1 mW @25℃ &1550nm
Center Wavelength@-3dB λc 1540 1550 1560 nm @25℃ &0.1nm
3 dB Optical Bandwidth △λ 40 nm @25℃ &0.1nm
Ripple @ 0.1nm △m 0.1 0.2 dB @25℃ &0.1nm
Thermistor resistance Rth 9.5 10 10.5 K
Extinction ER 16 - dB @25℃
Optical Power Stability (1hr) - ±0.05 dB @25℃
Optical Output Type - Fiber Pigtail - @1m
Fiber Connector - FC/APC - -
Fiber type SM fiber

IOs:

2. SMU-M1550S-XX

Application

  • Optical coherence tomography (OCT)
  • Fiber optic gyroscope (FOG)
  • Optical fiber sensing
  • Other test system

Dimensions (unit: mm): 100mm(L)X80mm(W)X26mm(H)

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Parameter Symbol Unit Min. Typ. Max.
Power Supply Voltage Vr V 4.5 5.0 5.5
Storage Temperature Ts -40 25 85
Humidity Hs % 10 45.0 90

Recommended Operational Condition

Parameter Unit Min. Typ. Max.
Power Supply Voltage V 4.75 5.0 5.25
Ripple/spike noise of Power Supply Voltage mVp-p - 50 120
Operating Temperature 15 25 60
Operating Humidity % 30 60 90

Electro-Optical Characteristics(T=25℃)

Parameter Symbol Min. Typ. Max. Unit Conditions
Optical Output Power Po 2 mW @25℃&1550nm
Center Wavelength@-3dB λc 1540 1550 1580 nm @25℃&0.1nm
3dB Optical Bandwidth △λ 40 50 nm @25℃&0.1nm
ASE Ripple@0.1mm △m 0.1 0.2 dB @25℃&0.1nm
Optical Power Stability (8hr) - ±0.1 dB @25℃
Optical Power Stability (1hr) - ±0.05 dB @25℃
Optical Output Type - Fiber Pigtail - -
Fiber Connector - FC/APC - -

DB9 Connector Pin Allocation

Pin # Function In/Out Type Descriptions
1,2 +5VDC

IN Analog (5.0V) Power Supply, ≤2A.
3 SLD Control IN TTL SLD turn on control. TTL high turns on SLD and TTL low turns off the SLD.
4 TEC Status OUT TTL TEC operation status. TTL high indicates that TEC operates in normal. and TTL low indicates that TEC failure
5 SLD Current Set IN Analog (0~2.5V) Input voltage to set SLD current.
6,7 GND IN GND Power supply and signals GND
8 SLD Current Monitor OUT Analog (0~2.5V) Monitor voltage of drive current
9 N/A N/A N/A N/A

SZK Series Wide Band Superluminescent LEDs

1.SZK-1550-xx-yy-zz14-HB SLEDs

Features:

  • Typical ex-fiber output power of 10mW
  • Typical 3dB bandwidth of 85nm
  • Spectrum covers 1510-1590nm bandwidth -25dBm/0.1nm resolution
  • Spectral modulation of <1dB
  • 14-pin BTF package
  • Single-mode/PM fiber pigtail >1m

Applications:

  • Fiber Optic Gyroscope
  • Optical Test Instrument
  • Fiber Optic Sensors
  • Fiber Optic Communications
  • Optical Coherence Tomography
  • Biomedical Imaging Device
  • Clinical Healing Equipment

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Parameter Symbol Condition Min Max Unit
Reverse voltage VR - - 2 V
Forward current IF - - 650 mA
Forward voltage VF Iop - 3.0 V
Operating Case Temperature Tc Iop -20 60
Thermoelectric cooler voltage VTEC - - 3.60 V
Thermoelectric cooler current ITEC - - 2.6 A
Storage temperature Tstg Unbiased -40 85
Storage humidity - - 5 85 %RH
Electro static discharge (ESD) VESD - 500 V
Lead soldering temperature Stemp (max 60s) - 260
Lead soldering time Stime - - 10 sec

Specification (TSLED = 25oC)

Parameter Symbol Condition Min Typ Max Unit
Operating current Iop - - - 600 mA
Forward voltage VF Iop - - 2.5 V
Optical Output Power Po Iop 8 10 - mW
Central wavelength λ Iop 1520 1550 1570 nm
Bandwidth BFWHM Iop 85 - - nm
Spectrum modulation R Iop - - 1 dB
Thermistor resistance Rtherm T = 25 ℃ 9.5 10 10.5
Polarization Extinction Ratio (Optional PMF) PER Iop 15 dB
Thermoelectric cooler voltage VTEC Iop - - 2.8 V
Thermoelectric cooler current ITEC Iop - - 1.4 A

Dimensions and Pin Description

Dimensions are in mm. All dimensions are ±0.1mm unless otherwise specified. Type: 00

Order information

SZK-1550-xx-yy-zz-14-HB

SZK Wavelength nm Output power mW Encapsulation & fiber selection Connector PIN Customized
SLED
1550
…..

2
5
10
BS=BTF SM fiber
BP=BTF PM fiber
….
00=NO
FA=FC/APC
FU=FC/UPC
14 HB=Bandwidth> 85nm

Note: the laser module are ESD-sensitive devices. Please insure that proper ESD handling procedures are used.

2.SLED Butterfly Device SKZ-1XX0-XX-XX--FA-14

Features:

  • High power output
  • Metal-coupled and hermetic package
  • TEC inside
  • Polarization-maintaining or single-mode optical fiber
  • 14pin butterfly package

Applications:

  • Fiber-optic gyroscope
  • Optic test
  • Optical fiber transmission system
  • Fiber-optic sensor
  • OCT

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Parameter Symbol Min Max Unit
Reverse voltage VR - 3 V
Forward current IF - 300 mA
Operating Case Temperature Tc -20 70
Thermoelectric cooler voltage VTEC - 3.0 V
Thermoelectric cooler current ITEC - 1.5 A
Storage temperature Tstg -55 85
Lead soldering temperature Stemp - 260
Lead soldering time Stime - 10 sec

Optical/Electrical Characteristics (T=25℃, unless otherwise stated)

Parameter Symbol Min Typ Max Unit Test Conditions
Optical Output Power Po 1 -- 10.0 mW CW,T=25℃
Forward Voltage VF -- -- 2.5 V CW,T=25℃
Center Wavelength λc 1290
1535
-- 1330
1565
nm CW,T=25℃
Bandwidth FWHM Bw 30 40 - nm CW,T=25℃
Spectral Ripple -- -- -- 1 dB CW,T=25℃
Polarization Extinction Ratio PER --
15
-- 1.5
--
dB Low Polarization Rate
High Polarization Rate @PM Fiber
Thermistor Resistance RT 9.5 10.0 10.5 T=25 °C
Thermistor B-Value -- 3950 -- K 25℃/85℃

Order information

SZK-1XX0-YY-ZZ-FA-14

SZK wavelength Output Power Encapsulation & fiber selection Connector PIN
SLED …nm …mW BS=BTF SM Fiber 00=NO 14
1310 1 BP=BTF PM Fiber FA=FC/APC
1550 2 FU=FC/UPC
5 SA=SC/APC
10

Dimensions and Pin Description:

Dimensions are in mm. All dimensions are ±0.1mm unless otherwise specified. Type: 00

Note: the laser module are ESD-sensitive devices. Please insure that proper ESD handling procedures are used.

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