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15 April 2009

 

Bookham targets 100W 808nm laser diode bar at defense and security

At this week’s SPIE Defense, Security and Sensing event in Orlando, FL, USA (13-17 April), optical component and module maker Bookham Inc of San Jose, CA, USA is launching a high-power 808nm laser diode bar that can enable direct energy laser systems and range-guided imaging for defense and security applications. The 100W bar also supports diode-pumped solid-state (DPSS) laser systems, including rod and slab lasers, as well as direct diode systems for flat-panel displays and silicon annealing.

The bar on microchannel cooler provides a rated power of 100W in continuous-wave (CW) and hard-pulse on/off operation. A wall-plug efficiency of 59% and a 50% fill factor enable higher power output from a larger emitter area. The extended wavelength range also includes 793nm, which is important for ‘eye safe’ applications based on thulium laser systems.

“This new 100W laser diode bar, together with the 60W conductive-cooled bar released at Photonics West 2009, continues our strength in 808nm products and enhances our offering to high-value markets such as defense and security,” says senior product line manager Christian Naumer. “We work closely with our customers to identify new applications for their laser systems and ensure that our products meet their requirements,” he adds.

Like all Bookham high-power laser products, the front facet of the bar is protected against catastrophic optical damage by the E2 mirror passivation process. Also, the use of telecom-grade AuSn (gold tin) hard solder suits demanding industrial and defense applications in CW and hard-pulse operation mode.

See related items:

Bookham launches 6W 808nm single-emitter module

Bookham raises bar laser output to 200W; unveils 60W 30% fill-factor 808nm bar

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