This family of rugged and compact OEM femtosecond lasers uses state-of-the-art mode-locking technology to deliver ultra-short femtosecond pulses with outstanding long-term stability, superior pulse-to-pulse stability, low noise, and excellent TEMoo mode quality.
Developed for cutting edge applications
The aeroPULSE FS20 is designed for a diverse range of applications including optogenetics, ophthalmology, OPA pumping, LIDAR, and material processing.
As standard, the aeroPULSE FS is available with output powers up to 20 W emitting at 1030 nm. Other wavelengths, including green, are available upon request.
Get the dual wavelength second harmonic module
The attachable second-harmonic generation (SHG) module makes it possible to switch between 10 μJ at 515 nm and 20 μJ at 1030 nm. The wavelength is selected via software.
Maintenance-free and OEM-ready
The aeroPULSE FS lasers were developed for demanding 24/7 OEM applications, highlighting unit-to-unit consistency and uptime, low cost of ownership, and ease of integration.
Designed for the stringent requirements of materials processing and micromachining applications where its superior reliability are mandatory product attributes. Every feature of the aeroPULSE is designed for continuous and consistent operation in demanding applications.
The system configuration consists of a 19” rack-mountable control unit and a very low-profile laser head that can be mounted either horizontally or vertically. The complete system is water-cooled supporting high output power performance.
The system can be remotely controlled via an RS-232 interface and incorporates extensive on-board data logging of key parameters.
Our proprietary manufacturing technology ensures product quality while our tightly controlled supply chain makes for consistency.
Features
- Average power 20 W @1030nm
- Average pulse energy 20 μJ @1030nm
- Average power 10 W @515nm w/ SHG
- Average pulse energy 10 μJ @515nm w/ SHG
- Variable pulse widths <500 fs – 3 ps
- Clean pulses with virtually no pedestal
- Single-shot to 50 MHz
- Excellent beam pointing stability
- All-fiber design, industrial reliability
- System monitoring via remote diagnostics
- Very quick warm-up time
- Plug and Play
- Maintenance-free 24/7 operation
- Burst mode capable
As standard, the aeroPULSE FS femtosecond laser comes with a center wavelength of 1030 nm. The aeroPULSE FS20-05 has an attachable Second-Harmonic Generation module to let you switch between 1030 nm and 515 nm.
The fiber platform of the aeroPULSE is very flexible, which means that we can supply other configurations, should you need it. Let us know what you need.
| Model | Power | Pulse duration | Rep. rate, available |
| FS20 | 20 W @ 1030 nm | <0.5 - 3 ps | Single-shot - 50 MHz |
| FS20-05 | 10 W @ 515 nm | <0.5 ps | Single-shot - 50 MHz |
Optical
| Model | FS20 | FS20-05 w/ SHG module |
| Center wavelength | 1030 nm | 515 nm |
| Power | 20 W | 10 W |
| Pulse duration | <0.5 - 3 ps | < 0.5 ps |
| Pulse energy | 20 µJ at single-shot - 1000 kHz | 10 µJ at single-shot - 1000 kHz |
| Repetition rate | Single-shot - 50 MHz | Single-shot - 50 MHz |
| Beam diameter | 1.0 mm | 1.0 mm |
| Beam divergence | < 1.6 mrad | < 1.0 mrad |
| Spatial mode, fundamental | M2 ≤1.2 | M2 ≤1.3 |
| Beam asymmetry/ellipticity | <15 % | <20 % |
| Power stability (8 hours), RMS | 0.5 % | 1.0 % |
| Pointing stability (8 hours) | <50 µrad | <50 µrad |
| Polarization - linear, PER | >25 dB | >25 dB |
Mechanical/Electrical
| Model | FS20 | FS20-05 w/ SHG module |
| Computer Interface | USB 2.0, RS 232 | USB 2.0, RS 232 |
| Operation Voltage | 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz | 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz |
| Power Consumption | <250 W | <330 W |
| Operation Temperature | 18-30°C | 18-30°C |
| Storage Temperature | -10°C to +60°C | -10°C to +60°C |
| Dimensions (WxHxL) | ||
| Laser head Laser head with handles Controller Chiller |
336 x 80 x 626 mm 422 x 80 x 626 mm 442 x 168.5 x 375 mm (4U 19") 483 x 310 x 570 mm |
336 x 80 x 763 mm 422 x 80 x 626 mm 442 x 168.5 x 375 mm (4U 19") 483 x 310 x 570 mm |
| Weight laser head | 19 kg | 24 kg |
| Weight controller | < 15.5 kg | < 15.5 kg |
| Weight chiller | 41 kg | 41 kg |
| Umbilical length | 4 m | 4 m |
| Cooling | Water-based | Water-based |
Laser head
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Laser head with SHG module
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Controller
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aeroPULSE support/warranty
The product is covered by a comprehensive warranty. Service options are available. For details, please enquire. All aeroPULSE lasers are completely maintenance-free and have an expected lifetime of more than 20,000 hours. Please get in touch for more information.
Lifetime
The aeroPULSE systems are driven by our proven pulsed platform used in the SuperK EXTREME supercontinuum lasers. Consequently, the systems are completely maintenance-free and have an expected lifetime of more than 20,000 hours.
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