Description

Short Wave Infrared (SWIR) Laser Beam Profiler. For laser in spectral range 300nm-1,100nm. This compact and powerful tool is your key to unlocking unparalleled accuracy and efficiency in laser applications.

Compact Design for Versatile Integration:

Wide Sensor: 5mm x 6mm (1.3MP) or 12mm x 10mm (0.3MP) sensor diameter for beams up to 10mm size. For wider beams we do have other solutions.

Fast: Frame rate from 300Hz for full frame and up to 20KHz for minimum ROI size.

Dimensions: With a sleek profile of just 60mm x 60mm x 90mm, our SWIR Laser Beam Profiler is designed to fit into a wide range of setups without compromising on space or performance.

Dynamic Range: 16bit resolution depth

Power Supply: Accompanied by a reliable power supply, ensuring consistent performance and easy integration into your existing systems.

 

Advanced Real-Time Laser Beam Analysis:

 

Our profiler isn’t just about measuring; it’s about enhancing your laser application’s precision in real time. The dedicated application software performs comprehensive analysis within the Region of Interest (ROI), delivering critical beam properties instantly:

 

• Beam Center: Precisely calculates the X and Y positions of the beam’s center, allowing for accurate alignment and positioning.
• Beam Width: Measures the major and minor ellipse axes, providing detailed information on beam spread and focus.
• Azimuth Angle: Determines the orientation of the beam ellipse, essential for applications requiring precise directional control.
• Ellipticity: Calculates the beam’s ellipticity, offering insights into beam shape and quality.
• Beam Size: Comprehensive measurement of the beam’s overall dimensions for thorough analysis.
• ROI Size: Customizable ROI size selection for focused analysis on areas of interest.

 

Key Features at a Glance:

• Spectral Range Mastery: Tailored for 900 nm to 1,700 nm, ideal for a variety of SWIR applications.
• Enhanced Beam Analysis: Accommodates beams up to 10mm in diameter in free space or with wider beams with additional optical setups, contact us for details.
• High Dynamic Range: 16-bit dynamic range captures detailed intensity nuances.
• Fast: 300Hz max frame rate for full frame and up to 20KHz for minimal region of interest
• Precision Triggering: For synchronized measurements at the precise moment.
• Superior Resolution: 5µm-20µm pixel size, 0.3MP or 1.3MP resolution.

Example usages: 

SWIR lasers are utilized across various industries and scientific disciplines due to their unique properties, including the ability to penetrate through materials that are opaque in the visible range, minimal diffraction, and low scattering. Here are some lasers within this spectral range and their applications:

 

1. Fiber Lasers (around 1550nm)

Telecommunications: Fiber lasers at 1550nm are extensively used in telecommunications due to their efficient transmission through optical fibers with minimal loss.

LIDAR (Light Detection and Ranging): Used for remote sensing applications, providing precise distance mapping and surface characterization.

Military and Defense: For secure communications, as the 1550nm wavelength is eye-safe, reducing the risk of eye damage in case of exposure.

2. Diode Lasers (900nm – 1600nm)

Medical Applications: Used in dermatology and phototherapy for their ability to penetrate skin and tissues, facilitating treatments like hair removal and skin rejuvenation.

3D Scanning and Imaging: Utilized in creating high-resolution 3D models of objects for quality control, reverse engineering, and digital preservation.

Agricultural Monitoring: For assessing plant health through NIR spectroscopy, enabling precision agriculture practices.

3. Quantum Cascade Lasers (QCLs) (4µm – 10µm, but can be designed for SWIR)

Gas Sensing: Ideal for environmental monitoring and industrial safety applications, capable of detecting specific gas molecules in the air with high sensitivity and specificity.

Spectroscopy: Used in chemical analysis to identify and quantify materials based on their spectral absorption properties.

4. Erbium-Doped Fiber Amplifiers (EDFAs) (around 1550nm)

Optical Amplification: Boosts the intensity of light signals in optical fibers without converting them to electrical signals, crucial for long-distance fiber-optic communication systems.

Medical Devices: For non-invasive surgeries and treatments due to their precision and controlled heating capabilities.

Applications Summary:

Industrial Inspection and Material Analysis: SWIR lasers are excellent for inspecting materials like silicon wafers, where SWIR light can penetrate silicon, revealing subsurface cracks and defects.

Security and Surveillance: Capable of seeing through atmospheric conditions like fog or smoke, SWIR cameras and lasers are valuable for night-time surveillance and automotive vision systems.

Art Conservation: Used to examine artworks and historical documents without damaging them, revealing underlying layers, sketches, and alterations.

When choosing a laser beam profiler for SWIR applications, consider the specific wavelength, power, and beam quality requirements of your application. The right profiler can significantly enhance the performance and reliability of SWIR laser systems in these diverse and demanding applications.