Photonics

TOPTICA Photonics AG launches quantum-approved laser modules for integration into industrial racks: narrow linewidth adjustable diode lasers, frequency-amplified or converted diode lasers, frequency combs and related accessories.

The two-photon fluorescence microscope has become a key technology in biological imaging, enabling non-invasive, three-dimensional studies of biological tissue at the submicron scale. TOPTICA presents the FemtoFiber Ultra 920, a cost-effective, turnkey, and flexible light source fully adapted for excitation by GFP or other fluorophores, delivering maximum image brightness.

OMC introduces a hermetically sealed 850 nm fiber optic transmitter diode that delivers high-intensity output for coupling to multimode fibers, even in harsh environments. Designed for applications where long-term reliability is paramount, this device is specialized.

The FDE2850 series fiber optic transmitter (Tx) diode is optimized for use with 200 µm glass optical fiber systems and delivers high power at high speeds for demanding applications such as those found in mass transit, petrochemical, industrial data communications and high voltage power infrastructure applications.

Optoscribe Ltd introduces OptoArray™, its new range of first-class precision fiber alignment structures, delivering great optical performance through precise alignment of optical fiber arrays.

OMC introduces a new fiber optic emitter designated FDE854LBF, which incorporates next-generation infrared array technology and integral micro-optics to achieve high coupled power levels across all standard fiber optic core sizes.

MACOM Technology Solutions Inc. has announced a new portfolio of 25G DFB (Distributed Feedback) lasers designed for use in next-generation 5G LTE wireless fronthaul infrastructure.

Renesas Electronics Corporation introduces the RV2X6376A series of directly modulated laser diodes (DML). These DML diodes deliver 25 Gbps x four wavelengths as a light source in 100 Gbps optical transceivers, enabling high-speed communications within 4.9G and 5G LTE base stations, and between routers and servers in data centers.

Yenista Optics has developed the CTP10, a next-generation platform for rapid testing of passive optical components, such as photonic integrated circuits and wavelength-selective switches. The CTP10 accommodates up to 10 hot-swappable modules and includes embedded software for adjusting the desired test configuration.

RS Components (RS), a trading brand of Electrocomponents plc, is expanding its range of high-performance, high-reliability laser modules from Global Laser Ltd. Designed for use in many specialized applications such as machine alignment and process control, as well as for the maintenance of precision laboratories and R&D equipment, the range includes a series of laser diode modules for a wide range of alignment and positioning applications.

Yenista Optics, a testing and measurement company, has introduced a new module for its transmission laser product line. The OSICS DFB LANWDM is available in four wavelengths: 1295.56, 1300.05, 1304.58, and 1309.14 nm. The wavelength is temperature-stabilized, and the output power can be adjusted to 10 dBm.

AMS Technologies has been working for many years with OZ Optics, a global supplier of fiber optic products for all applications. Below, we describe the new developments introduced by OZ Optics at Photonics West.