ATLAS 1550 – C-band wavelength-tunable laser
The ATLAS 1550 is a C-band wavelength-tunable laser centered around 1550 nm. The laser is well-suited for telecom applications, optical component testing, could be used as a lab tool or in advanced photonics research such as quantum key distribution (QKD). We offer two versions: the ATLAS1550-100, with a broad 100 nm tuning range, and the ATLAS1550-50, with a 50 nm tuning range, delivering slightly higher output power at a cost-effective price point.
ATLAS 1550-100 Specifications
| Parameter | Specified Values |
|---|---|
| Center wavelength | 1555 ± 5 nm |
| Wavelength range | 100 nm |
| Wavelength resolution | 10 pm |
| Wavelength accuracy | ± 10 pm |
| Wavelength switching time | 20 ms |
| Fiber output power at central wavelength | ≥ 10 dBm / 10 mW |
| Fiber output power at full range | ≥ 8 dBm / 6 mW |
| Intrinsic linewidth | ≤ 1 kHz |
| Side-mode suppression ratio | ≥ 50 dB |
| RIN | ≤ -145 dBc/Hz at 1 MHz |
| Modulation bandwidth of diode current | 500 kHz |
*Optional add-on available on request: in-built isolator. The built-in isolator provides isolation of 30 dB at a 1550 +/- 20 nm bandwidth & 2 dB power decrease both at center wavelength and full range.
ATLAS 1550-50 Specifications
| Parameter | Specified Values |
|---|---|
| Center wavelength | 1555 ± 5 nm |
| Wavelength range | 50 nm |
| Wavelength resolution | 10 pm |
| Wavelength accuracy | ± 10 pm |
| Wavelength switching time | 20 ms |
| Fiber output power at central wavelength | ≥ 13 dBm / 20 mW |
| Fiber output power at full range | ≥ 13 dBm / 20 mW |
| Intrinsic linewidth | ≤ 1 kHz |
| Side-mode suppression ratio | ≥ 50 dB |
| RIN | ≤ -145 dBc/Hz at 1 MHz |
| Modulation bandwidth of diode current | 500 kHz |
*Optional add-on available on request: in-built isolator. The built-in isolator provides isolation of 30 dB at a 1550 +/- 20 nm bandwidth & 2 dB power decrease both at center wavelength and full range.
Key features
- Wide wavelength tunability in C-band
- Ultra-narrow linewidth
- Low RIN
- Fully integrated with no moving parts, enabling switching between wavelengths instantly
- Excellent repeatability
- Excellent SMSR
- Software based wavelength calibration
- Easy to set-up and use
- Compact size (100*60*20 mm)
- Fiber connector PM FC/APC
Applications
- Sensing market (biomedical, infrastructure and vibration)
- Quantum Key Distribution
- Spectroscopy
- Optical device testing
- Coherent Communications
- Telecommunications
ATLAS Adapter
The base module comes equipped with a standard DE9 connector. We offer an add-on module featuring connectors for power, communication (USB-C) and trigger signals (SMA).
To meet laser safety standards, this module adds key control and a remote interlock connector.
Intuitive Software for Seamless Laser Operation
For intuitive operation and control, we provide a software interface which includes a graphical user interface (GUI) for straightforward wavelength setting and tuning, along with a Python library for advanced laser control functions.
Download the ATLAS Graphical User Interface here. Check out our online Python library on our Github profile.
Got more questions about the ATLAS Laser?
➤ Check out our FAQ page — a section dedicated to ATLAS covers the most common questions and answers.
Stable Wave Generation Using Two ATLAS1550 Tunable Lasers
We used to ATLAS centered at 1550 nm to generate waves through optical beating. Read the full demo experiment here.
Explore other ATLAS modules: The ATLAS family of wavelength-tunable lasers comes in a range of models: 685 nm, 850 nm, 1550 nm, 1600 nm, and 1700 nm.
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