USB-Powered Laser Module

Portable laser modules able to produce short light pulses as low as 50 ps with a peak power of up to 150mW, spanning various wavelengths all within a sleek, compact design.

KEY SPECS

– USB Type-C power
– Dimensions: 135×110×50 mm
– Available wavelengths: 405, 445, 488, 520, 532, 635, 850 nm
– Pulse duration down to 50ps (FWHM)
– From 1 KHz up to 80 MHz repetition rate
– Up to 150 mW pulse peak power
– Average CW power at 80MHz > 1mW
– Single-mode fiber coupled module (FC/PC type)
– External and internal trigger available (LVTTL @ 50 Ohm and LVDS interface)
– Standalone module, no computer connection required
– B2C or B2B selling options

Included in the price

– Wall-mount DC converter
– SMA coaxial cable
– USB type-C LVDS signal cable
– FC/PC MultiMode or SingleMode fiber patch cord

MAIN FUNCTION

MAIN FEATURES

Our fiber-coupled picosecond-pulsed laser modules, now USB-powered with the USB Type-C connector, are engineered for fluorescence lifetime imaging and spectroscopy measurements across a range of wavelengths: 405nm, 445nm, 488nm, 520nm, 532nm, 635nm, and 850nm. These standalone modules require no direct computer connection for operation, ensuring effortless deployment in various environments. With their compact design and versatile functionality, our lasers are indispensable tools for researchers and scientists seeking precise and convenient laser solutions.

USB Type-C power

The USB-powered picosecond pulsed laser offers unprecedented flexibility by drawing power from standard USB ports, power banks, or cell-phone chargers. This versatility liberates researchers from traditional power constraints, enabling experiments in remote areas or during fieldwork. With its portable design and backup power options, this laser system redefines convenience and accessibility, making it an essential tool for scientific exploration in diverse settings.

USB Type-C power

The USB-powered picosecond pulsed laser offers unprecedented flexibility by drawing power from standard USB ports, power banks, or cell-phone chargers. This versatility liberates researchers from traditional power constraints, enabling experiments in remote areas or during fieldwork. With its portable design and backup power options, this laser system redefines convenience and accessibility, making it an essential tool for scientific exploration in diverse settings.

Laser power and pulse duration

The pulse duration (FWHM) can be as low as 50ps depending on the laser wavelength. While the maximum pulse peak power is around 150mW yielding an average CW power > 1mW when operating at the maximum repetition frequency (80MHz).

Laser beam quality

When coupled with single mode patch cable P1-405B-FC-1 and collimator PAF2A-2A our laser modules yield the following beam quality parameters:

Digital Knobs user interface

For fast and intuitive usage we designed the lasers as standalone modules requiring no computer interface. That is also why we equipped them with just 3 digital knobs for (1) controlling the functioning mode, either in PW or CW, (2) adjusting the laser power and (3) setting the repetition frequency as well the triggering modality, internal or external.

Laser triggering

Internal laser triggering is available from 80 down to 1.25MHz. The laser sync out is available in LVTTL @ 50Ohm or in LVDS over USB type-c connector (FLIM LABS proprietary interface).

External laser triggering is also possible using a dedicated knob functionality together with the sync in SMA connector port. External sync in signal has to be LVTTL @50Ohm and can be driven as low as 1KHz.

Snapshot from testing at our R&D lab captured on the oscilloscope

Laser pulses on demand

When operating in External Sync mode, utilizing a 2.5V 50Ohm digital square wave external trigger through the SYNC IN port of the laser module’s SMA connector enables the on-demand generation of picosecond-duration laser pulses. This configuration ensures the creation of exceptionally accurate and regulated temporal laser outputs, catering to a wide array of applications such as time-resolved spectroscopy, microscopy, and scientific or industrial activities that necessitate highly precise and rapid laser timing and synchronization.

Interface and connection type

Our laser modules have SMA coaxial connectors for a LVTTL 50 Ohm sync in and sync out interface. The sync out SMA interface works in parallel with an orientation independent USB type-C port for communicating over a proprietary FLIM LABS LVDS protocol with the FLIM Data Acqusition Card.

Laser Interlock

Our picosecond pulsed lasers incorporate a laser interlock feature, prioritizing safety by ensuring the laser operates only under secure conditions. This system automatically disables the laser in unsafe situations, such as unauthorized access or malfunctions, adhering to rigorous safety standards and regulations. With this feature, users can confidently utilize our lasers across diverse applications, knowing that safety remains paramount.

Fiber coupling

FC/PC fiber coupling offers flexibility for using our picosecond-pulsed laser modules for any type of applications, from fluorescence imaging to single-point fluorescence spectroscopy.

LEDs

Two LED lights are always there for providing real time feedback on the correct functioning of the laser module. One in the front panel for knowing when the laser is active (1), the second in the rear panel for making sure the module is working at its best (2).

Case Design

Our case design is specifically conceived for securely bolting the laser onto optical tables and breadboards

B2C B2B Bespoke design

Since we engineer and develop all our products from scratch, our design can be customized. We could easily adjust the laser modules specifications based on your needs.

MAIN FEATURES

Our fiber-coupled picosecond-pulsed laser modules, now USB-powered with the USB Type-C connector, are engineered for fluorescence lifetime imaging and spectroscopy measurements across a range of wavelengths: 405nm, 445nm, 488nm, 520nm, 532nm, 635nm, and 850nm. These standalone modules require no direct computer connection for operation, ensuring effortless deployment in various environments. With their compact design and versatile functionality, our lasers are indispensable tools for researchers and scientists seeking precise and convenient laser solutions.

USB Type-C power

The USB-powered picosecond pulsed laser offers unprecedented flexibility by drawing power from standard USB ports, power banks, or cell-phone chargers. This versatility liberates researchers from traditional power constraints, enabling experiments in remote areas or during fieldwork. With its portable design and backup power options, this laser system redefines convenience and accessibility, making it an essential tool for scientific exploration in diverse settings.

USB Type-C power

The USB-powered picosecond pulsed laser offers unprecedented flexibility by drawing power from standard USB ports, power banks, or cell-phone chargers. This versatility liberates researchers from traditional power constraints, enabling experiments in remote areas or during fieldwork. With its portable design and backup power options, this laser system redefines convenience and accessibility, making it an essential tool for scientific exploration in diverse settings.

Laser power and pulse duration

The pulse duration (FWHM) can be as low as 50ps depending on the laser wavelength. While the maximum pulse peak power is around 150mW yielding an average CW power > 1mW when operating at the maximum repetition frequency (80MHz).

Laser beam quality

When coupled with single mode patch cable P1-405B-FC-1 and collimator PAF2A-2A our laser modules yield the following beam quality parameters:

Digital Knobs user interface

For fast and intuitive usage we designed the lasers as standalone modules requiring no computer interface. That is also why we equipped them with just 3 digital knobs for (1) controlling the functioning mode, either in PW or CW, (2) adjusting the laser power and (3) setting the repetition frequency as well the triggering modality, internal or external.

Laser triggering

Internal laser triggering is available from 80 down to 1.25MHz. The laser sync out is available in LVTTL @ 50Ohm or in LVDS over USB type-c connector (FLIM LABS proprietary interface).

External laser triggering is also possible using a dedicated knob functionality together with the sync in SMA connector port. External sync in signal has to be LVTTL @50Ohm and can be driven as low as 1KHz.

Snapshot from testing at our R&D lab captured on the oscilloscope

Laser pulses on demand

When operating in External Sync mode, utilizing a 2.5V 50Ohm digital square wave external trigger through the SYNC IN port of the laser module’s SMA connector enables the on-demand generation of picosecond-duration laser pulses. This configuration ensures the creation of exceptionally accurate and regulated temporal laser outputs, catering to a wide array of applications such as time-resolved spectroscopy, microscopy, and scientific or industrial activities that necessitate highly precise and rapid laser timing and synchronization.

Interface and connection type

Our laser modules have SMA coaxial connectors for a LVTTL 50 Ohm sync in and sync out interface. The sync out SMA interface works in parallel with an orientation independent USB type-C port for communicating over a proprietary FLIM LABS LVDS protocol with the FLIM Data Acqusition Card.

Laser Interlock

Our picosecond pulsed lasers incorporate a laser interlock feature, prioritizing safety by ensuring the laser operates only under secure conditions. This system automatically disables the laser in unsafe situations, such as unauthorized access or malfunctions, adhering to rigorous safety standards and regulations. With this feature, users can confidently utilize our lasers across diverse applications, knowing that safety remains paramount.

Fiber coupling

FC/PC fiber coupling offers flexibility for using our picosecond-pulsed laser modules for any type of applications, from fluorescence imaging to single-point fluorescence spectroscopy.

LEDs

Two LED lights are always there for providing real time feedback on the correct functioning of the laser module. One in the front panel for knowing when the laser is active (1), the second in the rear panel for making sure the module is working at its best (2).

Case Design

Our case design is specifically conceived for securely bolting the laser onto optical tables and breadboards

B2C B2B Bespoke design

Since we engineer and develop all our products from scratch, our design can be customized. We could easily adjust the laser modules specifications based on your needs.

FULL SPECS

TechnologyLaser diode gain-switching
Operational modeCW or PW
Wavelengths405, 445, 488, 520, 532, 635, 850nm
Spectral width± 10nm
PW Peak power150mW
FWHMDown to 50ps (depending on laser wavelength)
Jitter13ps
Jitter RMS< 4ps
Average CW power when pulsing> 1mW at 80MHz repetition rate
CW power7mW
Repetition frequencyInternal triggering: 80, 40, 20, 10, 5, 2.5, 1.25 MHz

External triggering: from 1 KHz up to 80MHz
Fiber couplingSingleMode 4µm core
Fiber connectorFC type
Laser sync outLVTTL 2.5V@50 Ohm over the SMA connector

LVDS over the USB-type C ports (FLIM LABS proprietary interface)
Laser sync in (digital modulation)LVTTL 2.5V@50 Ohm over the SMA connector
Power supplyUSB-Powered via USB type-C connector
Dimensions135×110×50 mm
Weight510g

For more information
about the product,
for asking us a quote
or a demo unit,
write us.

We will answer you
as soon as possible.

    For more information
    about the product,
    for asking us a quote
    or a demo unit,
    write us.

    We will answer you
    as soon as possible.