Its brightness exceeds 120 lm at a temperature of 25°C, providing a superior electrical conversion ratio of 35%. The ML501P73 is perfectly suited for pico projectors or other portable display systems requiring a high-brightness red light source. Within the operating range of -5°C to +40°C, the pulsed laser diode delivers an output power of 1W with a duty cycle of less than 33% at a frequency of over 50 Hz, while the rated continuous power output is 0.5W.
In CW operation at 25°C, the laser diode draws a current of 170 mA (typical value). The voltage and current requirements in CW mode at 25°C are specified as 2.2 V/660 mA for an output power of 500 mW. The new device is available in a capless package with a diameter of 5.6 mm.
