PSM-002 Polarization Scrambler

Fluorescence microscopy requires optical filters that have demanding spectral and physical characteristics. These performance requirements can vary greatly depending on the specific type of microscope and the specific application. Although they are relatively minor components of a complete microscope system, optimally designed filters can produce quite dramatic benefits. Chroma Technology specializes in the design and manufacture of optical filters and coatings for applications that require extreme precision in color separation, optical quality, and signal purity – applications like low-light-level fluorescence microscopy. Chroma Technology’s portfolio comprises single bandpass and single edge filters, multi bandpass and multi band dichroic beamsplitters, complete filter sets for single band, longpass, shortpass and multi band as well as filter accessories. The primary goal of filter design for fluorescence microscopy is to create filter sets that maximize image contrast and maintain image quality. The downloadable “handbook of optical filters for fluorescence microscopy” shows how fluorescence filters play a role in the growing number of applications that are taking advantage of new technologies, such as lasers for both illumination and sample manipulation, digital image processing, computer-assisted positioning and controls, and ultra-sensitive detection devices. Get in touch with the AMS Technologies optical filter experts today to find out which Chroma Technology filters for fluorescence applications can meet the demands and challenges of your project. Key Features: Extremely Durable High-throughput Sputter-coated Filters Very Broad Range of Filters for the Multitude of Fluorochromes Used in Epi-fluorescence Microscopy Dichroic Beamsplitters With Various Spectral Profiles Available Customized Filter Sets Available on Request Transmission Level: up to 97% Applications: Ratiometry; FRET (Fluorescence Resonance Energy Transfer); TIRF (Total Internal Reflection Fluorescence); Raman Spectroscopy; Confocal Spectroscopy; Qdots (Quantum Dots); Flow

LD 15 A; Chassis Mount; Supply Voltage 10-14 VDC CURRENT & VOLTAGE Output Current Range (I): 0-15 Аmps Output Voltage Range (0.75*Vin max) (V): 1-10 Volts Setpoint Resolution: 0.01 Amp Rise Time: (Iout = 7,5A) min - 150μs; max - 500μs Rise Time: (Iout = 15A) min - 140μs; max - 500μs Fall Time: min - 250μs; max - 1200μs Current Stability: <0.2 % Current Setpoint Absolute Accuracy: <1 % LASER DIODE PROTECTION Soft-Start Ramp to Current Setpoint User Adjustable Current Limit Over-Current Protection Fast Shutdown Over-Temperature Thermal Warning and Shutdown Reverse Current Protection Crowbar Circuit Protection Disable Input Interlock DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT Dimensions: 57.9 mm x 36.8 mm x 15 mm Weight: 55 g USER INTERFACE Analog RS-232 / UART Digital Interface (USB as a paid option 20 €) Enable / Disable Input Signal Input DRIVER INPUT Input Voltage Range (Vin): 10V to 14V PACKAGE SET Driver – 1 pcs 50 cm ribbon cable with one 8-pin connector – 1 pcs 50 cm ribbon cable with one 14-pin connector – 1 pcs Wires fixing set – 1 pcs Datasheet & User Manual – 1 pcs WARRANTY PERIOD 1-year manufacturer's warranty  

980-1600 nm; Residual Phase Modulation <0.1 π; Residual Amplitude Modulation <±0.01 dB; PMD <0.05 ps; PDL <0.05 dB; IL <0.05, <0.6 dB; RL >65 dBLunas’ PCD-104 polarization scrambler uses a breakthrough patented all-fiber technology to effectively randomize polarization states. Specifications include low insertion loss and low back reflection as well as minimal phase and amplitude modulation. The instrument can be used in automatic test systems under remote control through digital interface options.Depolarizing by polarization scrambling has many important applications. Scrambling the input polarization can eliminate measurement uncertainties caused by the polarization sensitivity of the testing device. Performance degradation due to polarization dependent gain (PDG) induced in optical amplifiers can also be suppressed by polarization scrambling. In addition, polarization scrambling can be used in systems to facilitate and simplify PMD monitoring.The PCD-104 polarization scrambler delivers superior performance, including extremely low insertion loss, back reflection, and residual phase and amplitude modulation.Key Features:Minimal Insertion Loss (IL): <0.05 dB Without Connectors, <0.6 dB With ConnectorsMinimal Back ReflectionOptical Return Loss (RL): >65 dB Without ConnectorsLow Residual Phase Modulation: <0.1 πLow Residual Amplitude Modulation: <±0.01 dBRemote Operation Wavelength ControlBuilt-in RS-232, GPIB and Ethernet PortsCenter Operating Wavelength: λ Range 1 1310, 1480, 1550, 1600 nm, λ Range 2 980, 1060, 1310 nmOperating Wavelength Range: >100 nmOutput Degree of Polarization: <5%Average Polarization Mode Dispersion (PMD): <0.05 psIntrinsic Polarization Dependent Loss (PDL): <0.05 dBOptical Power Handling: >1,000 mWApplications: PDG Mitigation; Elimination of Polarization Sensitivity; Facilitating PMD Emulation; Facilitating PMD Compensation; Enables PDL Measurement

3 or 4 Control Channels; 1250-1650 nm, Other; Insertion Loss 0.05 dB; Polarization Dependent Loss <0.06 dB; Fiber Type SM, OtherOZ Optics' EPC-3000 high-speed electrically driven polarization controller provides a simple, efficient means to quickly manipulate the state of polarization within a single mode (SM) fiber. Employing a novel fiber squeezing technique, the device is controlled by either three or four (depending on the model) input voltages to provide endless polarization control and scrambling in a robust, easy to operate package. The EPC-3000 controller's rapid response speed easily handles changes in polarization caused by the external environment and is highly suitable for polarization controlling and scrambling for either averaging PDL, PDG effects, or for making PMD, PDL or DOP measurements. Because the fiber within the device is continuous, all insertion losses, return losses, and PDL effects are limited only by the fiber itself. This makes the EPC-3000 ideal for precise test and measurement applications. The polarization controller is available in either a three or four channel configuration. The three-channel system is ideal for polarization scrambling applications such as for polarization averaging, PDL or PDG measurements. The added redundancy of the four-channel version opens the way to continuous polarization control, without having to occasionally reset the device when a controller reaches its limit. The innovative design of the OZ Optics EPC-3000 high-speed polarization controller provides an integrated module that allows users easily to implement the polarization controller in their systems with both analog and digital inputs. Key Features: Negligible Insertion Loss: 0.05 dB (Excluding Connectors) Negligible Return Loss Negligible Polarization Dependent Loss (PDL) Continuous Polarization Control Capability Compact and PCB Compatible Up to 2 kHz Response Speed and 30 kHz at Resonance Frequency Number of Control Channels: 3, 4 Voltage Range: 0 V to 140 V Typ. Input Capacitance (Each Channel): 0.2 μF -3dB Bandwidth: >30 kHz Electrical Interface: 8-Pin Board Connector Wavelength Range: 1260 nm to 1650 nm Standard, Other Wavelengths Available on Request - Min. Retardation Range: 2π Back Reflection: >60 dB (Excluding connectors) Activation Loss: ±0.05 dB Polarization Dependent Loss (PDL) <0.06 dB Operating Temperature: -10°C to +50°C Fiber Type: Standard 9/125 μm Single Mode Fiber, Other Fiber Types Available on Request Dimensions: 83 mm x 19 mm x 16.5 mm Applications: Polarization Scrambling; Polarization Stabilization; Polarization Mode Dispersion (PMD) Mitigation; Polarization Dependent Loss (PDL) Mitigation; Polarization Dependent Gain (PDG) Mitigation; PDL, DOP, and PMD Measurement Systems; Interferometers and Sensors; Fiber Lasers; Polarization Demultiplexing; Test Instrumentation