Skip to main content

500mA Laser Diode Driver and Temperature Controller combo - LDTC0520

Product information "500mA Laser Diode Driver and Temperature Controller combo - LDTC0520"

The LDTC Laser Diode Driver and Temperature Controller combines Wavelength's proprietary FL500 and highly stable WTC3243 in one compact module. LDTC modules are in use around the world providing trouble-free reliability in range finders, telecom laser modules, military-aerospace research and development, airborne metrology, academic research, laser diode LIV testers, and more.

Key Features

  • Small package size
  • Single supply operation possible
  • LD current range 500 mA or 1 A
  • Compatible with Type A and B lasers
  • Slow start laser diode protection
  • Constant Current or Constant Power modes
  • Adjustable laser diode current limit
  • Brownout protection
  • Drive up to ±2.2 A of TEC current
  • Internal or External setpoint control
  • Failsafe setpoint default
  • Ultra-stable PI control loop
  • Separate Heat & Cool current limits
Manufacturer "Wavelength Electronics"
Wavelength Electronics, Inc. is a manufacturer of precision electronics established in 1993 and located in Bozeman, MT. The product range include innovative laser diode driver components designed to precisely operate low-power laser diodes and low cost thermoelectric temperature controllers. The devices are used in a wide range of applications, including environmental sensors, spectroscopy, biomedical devices, fiberoptic systems, DFB & tunable laser diode systems, EDFAs, semiconductor manufacturing tools, military electronics and many more electro-optical instruments.
Related links of the manufacturer

Customers also bought

Only 9 available
5A Chassis Mount Temp Controller PTC5K-CH
The PTC-CH Series Chassis Mount Temperature Controllers deliver the precision performance and long-term reliability you expect from a Wavelength Electronics temperature controller. PTC-CH Series controllers are found in such diverse applications as particle and droplet measurement, manufacturing machine vision systems, biomolecular interaction analysis, and more. The PTC-CH controllers operate from a single power supply between 4.5 V and 30 V, and a selection of models allows you to optimize the current output level for your application. The linear bipolar controller drives a Peltier thermoelectric cooler or a resistive heater, and the chassis-mount package integrates easily into OEM applications.PTC-CH controllers interface with a variety of temperature sensors, and the bias current is adjustable in order to maximize controller sensitivity and stability for your application. The compact chassis-mount design simplifies heatsinking and requires minimal space. PTC-CH controllers are quick to configure for your prototype project, and there are no surprises when it's time to integrate the controller into the final design. Practical Features For Real-World Conditions Built-in features make your product more robust to real-world operating conditions and minimize your electronics overhead: If the optional remote temperature setpoint signal is lost, the controller defaults to a standard "safe" temperature setpoint (25ºC when a 10 k Ω thermistor is used). The safe temperature can be changed at the factory; call for details. An on-board trimpot is used to set the output current limit to prevent over-driving the TEC, and helps protect your load from thermal runaway situations. Proportional gain is easily adjusted with an on-board trimpot. Low temperature coefficient design remains stable across a wide range of ambient conditions.When used with Wavelength's laser drivers, such as the PLD Series, these temperature controllers provide stable and reliable performance that sets your system apart from your competitors' and keeps your customers satisfied. Key Features Drive up to ±2.5, ±5.0, or ±10.0 A of linear bipolar TEC or heater current Add a booster unit to drive up to ±20.0 A Single supply operation: 5 to 30 VDC Small package: 3.0" x 3.2" x 1.1" Use a wide variety of temperature sensors Remote Output and Setpoint controls Short term stability: 0.0012°C Long term stability: 0.002°C Selectable sensor bias current Adjustable current limit Failsafe Setpoint default in case of remote temperature setpoint signal error
Product number: C008973-6
Manufacturer:

€601.17*
10A Laser Diode Driver Chassis Mount - PLD10K-CH
The PLD10K-CH is a 10 A Laser Diode Driver in a small chassis mount package. Operating from a single +5 V supply minimizes internal heat dissipation. Modular packaging makes it easy to integrate the PLD into your system. For applications that require a higher forward voltage, a separate laser diode power supply input lets you provide a higher compliance voltage.Key Features Models: 5 A, 10 A, 12.5 A 5 A and 10 A models operate from a single 5 VDC supply; 12.5 A model requires two supplies Separate power supply can be used to drive high-compliance lasers up to 28 V Constant Current or Constant Power modes Safety features protect your laserAdjustable latching current limitSlow-start circuitry Local and Remote Enable controls
Product number: C008974-6
Manufacturer:

€698.92*
10A Chassis Mount Temp Controller PTC10K-CH
The PTC-CH Series Chassis Mount Temperature Controllers deliver the precision performance and long-term reliability you expect from a Wavelength Electronics temperature controller. PTC-CH Series controllers are found in such diverse applications as particle and droplet measurement, manufacturing machine vision systems, biomolecular interaction analysis, and more. They are CE certified. A PDF version of the Declaration of Conformance is available.PTC-CH controllers are available in different models so you can choose the one that best suits your application: PTC2.5K-CH delivers up to ±2.5 A output current PTC5K-CH for applications requiring up to ±5 A PTC10K-CH drives up to ±10 A PTC10K-SL can be tied to the 10 A driver to deliver a combined ±20 A output current The PTC-CH controllers operate from a single power supply between 4.5 V and 30 V. The linear bipolar controller drives a Peltier thermoelectric cooler or a resistive heater, and the chassis-mount package integrates easily into OEM applications. PTC-CH controllers interface with a variety of temperature sensors, and the bias current is adjustable in order to maximize controller sensitivity and stability for your application. The compact chassis-mount design simplifies heatsinking and requires minimal space. PTC-CH controllers are quick to configure for your prototype project, and there are no surprises when it's time to integrate the controller into the final design. If you are using a Quantum Cascade Laser or need low noise performance with a laser diode, we offer the PTC-CH nested in the QCL OEM drivers. Information is available here. Key Features Built-in features make your product more robust to real-world operating conditions and minimize your electronics overhead: If the optional remote temperature setpoint signal is lost, the controller defaults to a standard "safe" temperature setpoint (25ºC when a 10 kΩ thermistor is used). The safe temperature can be changed at the factory; call for details. An on-board trimpot is used to set the output current limit to prevent over-driving the TEC, and helps protect your load from thermal runaway situations. Proportional gain is easily adjusted with an on-board trimpot. Low temperature coefficient design remains stable across a wide range of ambient conditions. When used with Wavelength's laser drivers, such as the PLD Series, these temperature controllers provide stable and reliable performance that sets your system apart from your competitors' and keeps your customers satisfied.
Product number: C008944-6
Manufacturer:

€617.17*
12,5A Laser Diode Driver Chassis Mount PLD12.5K-CH
The PLD12.5K-CH is a 12.5 A Laser Diode Driver in a small chassis mount package. Modular packaging makes it easy to integrate the PLD into your system. For applications that require a higher forward voltage, a separate laser diode power supply input lets you provide a higher compliance voltage. One power supply is required for the internal electronics; a separate supply is required to power the laser diode.Key Features Models: 5 A, 10 A, 12.5 A 5 A and 10 A models operate from a single 5 VDC supply; 12.5 A model requires two supplies Separate power supply can be used to drive high-compliance lasers up to 28 V Constant Current or Constant Power modes Safety features protect your laser »» Adjustable latching current limit»» Slow-start circuitry Local and Remote Enable controls
Product number: C008990-6
Manufacturer:

€808.07*
2,5A Chassis Mount Temp Controller PTC2.5K-CH
The PTC-CH Series Chassis Mount Temperature Controllers deliver the precision performance and long-term reliability you expect from a Wavelength Electronics temperature controller. PTC-CH Series controllers are found in such diverse applications as particle and droplet measurement, manufacturing machine vision systems, biomolecular interaction analysis, and more.The PTC-CH controllers operate from a single power supply between 4.5 V and 30 V, and a selection of models allows you to optimize the current output level for your application. The linear bipolar controller drives a Peltier thermoelectric cooler or a resistive heater, and the chassis-mount package integrates easily into OEM applications. PTC-CH controllers interface with a variety of temperature sensors, and the bias current is adjustable in order to maximize controller sensitivity and stability for your application.The compact chassis-mount design simplifies heatsinking and requires minimal space. PTC-CH controllers are quick to configure for your prototype project, and there are no surprises when it's time to integrate the controller into the final design.Practical Features For Real-World Conditions Built-in features make your product more robust to real-world operating conditions and minimize your electronics overhead: If the optional remote temperature setpoint signal is lost, the controller defaults to a standard "safe" temperature setpoint (25ºC when a 10 k© thermistor is used). The safe temperature can be changed at the factory; call for details. An on-board trimpot is used to set the output current limit to prevent over-driving the TEC, and helps protect your load from thermal runaway situations. Proportional gain is easily adjusted with an on-board trimpot. Low temperature coefficient design remains stable across a wide range of ambient conditions. When used with Wavelength's laser drivers, such as the PLD Series, these temperature controllers provide stable and reliable performance that sets your system apart from your competitors' and keeps your customers satisfied. Key Features Drive up to ±2.5, ±5.0, or ±10.0 A of linear bipolar TEC or heater current Add a booster unit to drive up to ±20.0 A Single supply operation: 5 to 30 VDC Small package: 3.0" x 3.2" x 1.1" Use a wide variety of temperature sensors Remote Output and Setpoint controls Short term stability: 0.0012°C Selectable sensor bias current Adjustable current limit Failsafe Setpoint default in case of remote temperature setpoint signal error
Product number: C008985-6
Manufacturer:

€503.45*

Customers also viewed

USBKIT USB Interface
The USBKIT USB Interface is used with following laser diode drivers and temperature controllers from Wavelength Electronics: PTC2.5K-CH, PTC5K-CH, PTC10K-CH, PTC5000, PTC10000 , LDTC0520, LDTC1020, LDTC 2/2 E, LDTC 2/2 O, PLD200, PLD500, PLD1250, PLD5000, PLD6500, PLD10000, PLD12500, PLD5K-CH, PLD10K-CH or PLD12.5K-CH. The USBKIT can be used also with following evaluation boards from Wavelength Electronics: PTCEVAL, PLDEVALPCB or PLD10EV. The USBKIT includes QuickConnect„¢ software that provides an intuitive virtual control panel that allows you to leverage the low-noise, high-stability laser diode and temperature control capabilities of Wavelength's components to save time and money. The QuickConnectTM software is compatible with x86 (32-bit) and x64 (64-bit) PCs. Key Features Includes Digital-to-Analog (D/A) converter for remote setpoint control of laser driver or temperature controller Analog-to-Digital (A/D) converters are used to monitor actual laser diode current or temperature Auxiliary A/D can be configured as a single 14-bit differential input or two 13-bit single-ended inputs Software can control one laser diode driver, one temperature controller, an auxiliary monitor, and provides full graphing and datalogging Save multiple setups for easy repeatable experiments or manufacturing testing
Product number: C008996-6
Manufacturer:

€721.50*
1.25A Laser Diode Driver PCB Mount - PLD1250
The PLD Series Laser Diode Drivers deliver the reliability and performance you expect from a Wavelength Electronics laser driver in a compact and easy-to-integrate package. Tens of thousands of PLD drivers are deployed in particle counters, manufacturing vision systems, wavefront scanners, fiber aligners, and other laser systems around the world, proving beyond doubt the reliability and stability of the design. The PLD drivers operate from a single 5 V power supply. To accommodate high compliance lasers, or multiple stacked lasers, the PLD laser diode drivers allow the laser to be driven from a separate power supply up to 30 V. Key Features Models: 200 mA, 500 mA, 1.25 A, 5 A, and 6.5 A Operates from a 5 VDC supply Separate power supply can be used to drive high-compliance lasers up to 28 V Constant Current or Constant Power modes Safety features protect your laserAdjustable latching current limitSlow-start circuitryRelay shorts output when current is disabled Local and Remote Power-On and Enable controls Integral heatsink and fan on high current model
Product number: C019341-6
Manufacturer:

€529.48*