Broadband, ASE and Supercontinuum Light Sources

Product Portfolio
AMS Technologies supplies compact and reliable ASE (Amplified Spontaneous Emission) light sources based on lasers, LEDs or SLEDs and featuring high output optical power, low polarization and wide spectral width. Our broadband light sources are suitable for applications like optical fiber sensing, fiber optic gyroscopes, medical and biological imaging, measurement and production of passive devices or defense and military.

The module-style RGB white light laser source uses all-fiber technology for combining multiple lasers and simultaneously maintaining polarization. Just like in the desktop-style RGB white laser sources, red, green and blue laser power is combined into a single multi mode (MM), single mode (SM) or polarization maintaining (PM) optical fiber.

A series of wideband or broadband fiber-coupled light sources is available in a compact, card-mount module form factor with heat sink or as a bench-top system. Compared to halogen light sources, the output spectrum of our full-spectrum LED light sources with SMA connector shows a significantly higher intensity at the blue/UV end. High-performance fiber-coupled broadband light sources based on superluminescent light emitting diodes (SLEDs) can be configured with up to eight SLEDs for an ultra-broadband output. And LED/SLED broadband light sources deliver stable output power in both short term and long term, able to work at CW, internal modulate, and external modulate modes, while our deuterium-halogen full-range light sources provide adequate light between 200 and 2500 nm for nearly all absorbance chemistry applications

Available in bench-top, rackmount or OEM module form factors ASE broadband, low-coherence light sources cover the C-band, L-band, or both the C & L bands together. These sources are ideal instruments for optical component spectral measurement and system compliance testing in manufacturing and R&D environments. Our module-style, flat spectrum C-band ASE source with very low peak-to-peak ripple is very useful for optical signal-to-noise ratio and sensor interrogation applications.

Further ASE broadband light sources come in desktop or miniature size module form factors, also available with output powers up to 16 dB or even 18 dB and based on amplified spontaneous emission in erbium-doped fibers.

The low-coherence C-band (1562 to 1563 nm) flattened ASE laser light source is available in module or benchtop formats, designed for industrial manufacturing and laboratory R&D applications.The C- and L-band (1528 to 1605 nm) flattened ASE source generates radiation by spontaneous emission from a RE-doped optical fiber pumped by 980 nm light in an APC control mode. Module and benchtop variants are available for different needs.

Related Products
Complementing AMS Technologies broadband, ASE and supercontinuum light sources, our broad portfolio of lasers and light sources encompasses LED and SLED light sources as well as laser sources like DPSS lasers, diode lasers, gas lasers, OPOs and tunable lasers or other lasers and light sources – and also includes an exceptionally broad portfolio of laser diodes, modules and systems for a wide variety of wavelengths and optical output powers.

For reliably cooling light sources, laser systems and laser components, we carry a very wide thermal management portfolio, ranging from components like thermoelectric, Peltier modules (TECs), heat sinks and fans to TEC- or compressor-based plate to air thermal management assemblies like our mini direct cooling thermoelectric kit to liquid to air thermal management assemblies like recirculating chillers.

Laser safety products available from AMS Technologies include protective eyewear as well as laser safety windows, curtains and cabins.

Our large portfolio of precision optics, manufactured of various optical materials and coated to very specific and demanding tolerances, including disk-shaped optical beamsplitters, optical scanners and deflectors, optical mirrors, windows, filters, lenses, prisms, polarization optics or etalons.

Additionally, we offer a broad range of complementary products such as optical mounts, rotary and translation stages, optical tables, breadboards and platforms as well as a variety of optical test and measurement equipment.

Definition
Based on broadband emitters like tungsten, quartz-tungsten, tungsten-halogen, xenon, mercury-xenon, silicon carbide, silicon nitride or multiple LEDs/SLEDs, broadband light sources cover a very broad optical spectrum with approximately constant intensity.

ASE (Amplified Spontaneous Emission) light sources emit light that is generated by spontaneous emission and then optically amplified by stimulated emission in the direction of the resonator axis. This effect occurs in pumped laser media (often rare-earth-doped optical fibers) and optical amplifiers. ASE light generally has a broad optical spectrum and low coherence. ASE light sources combine high intensity with a broad spectrum and are used, for example, in optical measurement and sensing systems such as optical fiber sensing, gas sensing, OCT or fiber optic gyroscopes.

Supercontinuum light sources emit laser light with an extremely broadened optical spectrum. Compared to normal, quite narrowband laser light, a supercontinuum light source can cover a frequency range of a full octave or more. Supercontinuum light sources are also referred to (though technically not really accurate) as “white lasers”.

For the generation of a supercontinuum mostly non-linear effects are used, which occur when guiding very short laser pulses (in the femtosecond range) of high intensity through optical fibers. In long and very long fibers, supercontinuum light can also be generated by pulses of much longer duration and even continuous wave (CW) radiation. Typical applications for supercontinuum light sources include microscopy and spectroscopy, optical coherence tomography or frequency combs.

Alternative Terms: Amplified Spontaneous Emission Light Source; White Laser Source; ibre Laser; Optical Fiber Laser; High-power Fiber Laser; High-energy Fiber Laser; Pulsed Fiber Laser; CW Fiber Laser

ASE Broadband Light Sources

1527-1610 nm; Output Power 13-27 dBm; Termination Receptacle Style, FC/PC, FC/APC, ST, SC, SCA, LC, MU; C, C+L Band; Spectrum Flatness 1.0-2.0 dB OZ Optics’ ASE (Amplified Spontaneous Emission) broadband low coherence light sources are ideal instruments for optical component spectral measurement and system compliance testing in manufacturing and R&D environments. The new generation of ASE sources have no high-frequency ripples, which makes them very useful for sensor interrogation applications. ASE broadband light sources are available to cover the C-band, L-band, or both the C & L bands together. These are available with either a flattened spectral output for demanding applications, or a non-flattened response for less demanding or cost-sensitive applications. A range of output powers are available. The output light is accessed via a female fiber connector receptacle on the front panel. A variety of standard connector types are available. Custom connectors can also be accommodated. ASE broadband light sources are available in bench-top, rackmount or OEM module form factors. The basic version of the source features a built-in microprocessor for applications that require output power adjustment. RS-232 and USB interfaces are included, with the addition of a GPIB interface offered as an option. Key Features: High Output Power: 13 dBm (20 mW) to 27 dBm (500 mW) Wide Spectral Bandwidth Operating Wavelength Range (Typ.): 1527 to 1610 nm (Unflattened), 1531 to 1607 nm (Flattened) Spectrum Flatness (Typ.): 1.0 to 2.0 dB Covers C Band, L Band, or Both High Power Stability: 0.02 dB (1 h) Un-polarized Output Light Minimum Output Isolation: 45 dB Minimum Return Loss: 55 dB Termination: Receptacle Style, FC/PC, FC/APC, ST, SC, SCA, LC, MU Interfaces: RS232 and USB, GPIB Optional High Performance-to-cost Ratio Optional Built-in Attenuator and Optical Power Monitor Custom Design Flexibility Operating Temperature Range: 0 to +40°C Applications: Optical Component Testing; Telecom System Compliance Testing; EDFA Gain Spectrum Measurements; Optical Fiber Sensors and Sensing Systems; WDM by Spectral Slicing; Biomedical Imaging; Coherent Communication Systems

Product number: SW11731

Manufacturer: OZ Optics

ASE-11 Flat Spectrum C-Band Module

1529-1562 nm; Output Power 13 dBm; Termination Receptacle Style, FC/PC, FC/APC, ST, SC, SCA, LC, MU, None; C Band; Spectrum Flatness <±0.5 dB OZ Optics’ ASE-11 (Amplified Spontaneous Emission) broadband low-coherence light source is an ideal instrument for optical component spectral measurement and system compliance testing in manufacturing and R&D environments. The ASE-11 source comes with a flat spectrum with peak-to-peak ripples less than 1 dB over 1529 nm to 1562 nm, which makes it very useful for optical signal-to-noise ratio and sensor interrogation applications. The unit comes with a nominal 13 dBm output power and it is provided with an internal or external monitor port. The output light is accessed via a pigtailed 9/125 μm single mode fiber. A variety of standard connector types are available. Custom connectors can also be accommodated. The unit is packaged in a low-profile OEM box with built-in driver. Key Features: High Output Power: 13 dBm Flat Spectral Bandwidth With Ripple <±0.5 dB Operating Wavelength Range: 1529 to 1562 nm Covers C-band Spectrum Flatness: <±0.5 dB High Power Stability: 0.02 dB (1 h) Un-polarized Output Light High Performance-to-cost Ratio Optional Built-in Attenuator Pump TEC and Current Driver Included Output Isolation: 45 dB Return Loss: 55 dB Termination: Receptacle Style, FC/PC, FC/APC, ST, SC, SCA, LC, MU, None Internal or External Monitor Port Operating Temperature Range: 0 to +40°C Dimensions: 200 x 200 x 50 mm Applications: OSNR Measurement; Optical Components Testing; Telecom System Compliance Testing; Optical Fiber Sensors and Sensing Systems; WDM; Biomedical Imaging; Coherent Communication Systems

Product number: SW11732

Manufacturer: OZ Optics

ASE-C/CL ASE Broadband Light Sources

1528-1610 nm; Output Power ≥7-≥13 dBm; Termination SMF-28e Fiber Pigtail; C, C+L Band; Spectrum Flatness ≤2 dB; Output Connector: FC/PC, FC/UPC, FC/APC LightComm Technology’s ASE-C/CL ASE broadband light sources are available in desktop or miniature size module form factors. These light sources provide broadband spectra covering C band as well as C+L band with high stability and high output power. Key Features: Broadband Spectrum Output, Covering C band or C+L Band Operating Wavelength: 1528 to 1610 nm High Output Power: ≥7 to ≥13 dBm Spectrum Flatness: ≤2 dB (With GFF) Spectrum Density: ≥16 to ≥20 dBm/nm Spectrum Density Stability: ≤±0.5 dBm/nm (15 min) High Output Power Stability: ≤±0.02 dB (15 min), ≤±0.05 dB (8 h) Fiber Pigtail: Single Mode SMF-28e Output Connector: FC/PC, FC/UPC, FC/APC Operating Temperature: 0 to +40°C Power Supply: 230/110 VAC, 20 W (Desktop) Dimensions: 260x240x113 mm (Desktop), 90x70x16 mm (Mini Module) Applications: Fiber Grating; DWDM Filters; CWDM Filters; AWG Test and Manufacturing; Passive Fiber Optical Components Test; Optical Fiber Gyro and Fiber Sensors

Product number: SW11729

Manufacturer: LightComm Technology

AvaLight-DHc Full Range Light Source

Deuterium-Halogen; 200-2500 nm; Stability <1 mAU; Drift <0.25%/h; Optical Power 0.2, 7 µW; Power Supply 12 VDC, 450 mA Get the best of two worlds with Avantes’ AvaLight-DHc full range light source. It has both a deuterium light source and a halogen light source, providing you with adequate light between 200 and 2500 nm for nearly all absorbance chemistry applications. Deuterium emits light between 200 and 550 nm, whereas halogen emits light of up to 2500 nm. Coupling to the rest of your spectroscopy system is easy with the SMA connector. This light source is recommended in settings with large fiber cables or direct-attachment to a cuvette holder such as the CUV-DA, due to its relatively low output energy. The integrated TTL-shutter makes saving a dark measurement very simple in combination with AvaSoft (extra IC-DB26-2 needed). Optionally, the AvaLight-DHc is available in a rack-mountable version, to be used in the 19” rack or the 9.5” desktop system. A direct-attach cuvette holder CUV-DA is available for fluorescence or absorbance measurements. Key Features: Combined Deuterium-Halogen Light Source Integrated TTL-Shutter Wavelength Range: 200 to 2500 nm Stability: <1 mAU Warm-up Time: 1, 8 min Drift: <0.25%/h Optical Power (in 600 µm Fiber): 0.2, 7 µW Lamp Lifetime: 1000, 2000 h Temperature Range: 5 to 35 °C Power Supply: 12 VDC, 450 mA Dimensions: 175 x 110 x 44 mm Applications: Nearly All Absorbance Chemistry Applications

Product number: SW11383

Manufacturer: Avantes

BG-ASE C-Band Flattened ASE Light Source

1526-1563 nm; Output Power ≤17 dBm; Termination SM Fiber Pigtail, FC/APC Connector; Spectrum Flatness 1 dB Typ.; Full Temperature Power Stability ≤5% Beogold Technology's BG-ASE low-coherence broadband ASE (amplified spontaneous emission) light source is designed for industrial manufacturing and laboratory R&D applications. BG-ASE’s unique ATC and APC circuit control technology ensures very stable output power. The flattened ASE light source features high output power, low polarization and wide spectral width. The device is small and of high stability and reliability. With 5 VDC power supply and upper computer software, the user can read and set the module parameters via R232 communication serial port in real time. Module and benchtop structures are available for different needs. Key Features: Operating Wavelength Range: 1526 nm to 1563 nm Excellent Spectrum Flatness: 1 dB Typical (@ Room Temperature) Small Output Ripple High Adjustable Output Power: ≤17 dBm High Output Power Stability: ≤0.03 dB (Short Term), ≤0.2 dB (Long Term) Full Temperature Power Stability: ≤5% High Reliability Module and Benchtop Structures Available Customized Output Power and Configuration Operating Temperature Range: -45 °C to +85 °C Fiber Connector: SM Fiber Pigtail (Module), FC/APC or Customized (Benchtop) Communication Interface: RS232 (Module), RS232 Console or RJ45 (Benchtop) Power Supply: 5 VDC (Module), 220 VAC (Benchtop) Dimensions: 90 x 70 x 15 mm (Module), 260.6 x 162.8 x 76 mm (Benchtop) Applications: Fiber Optic Sensing; Component Test and Measurement; Medical and Biological Imaging; Fiber Optic Telecommunication

Product number: SW11533

Manufacturer: Beogold Technology

BHEPS-1000 Bright Polarization-Entangled Photon Source Broadband Telecom

Signal/Idler Degeneracy Wavelength 1550 ±0.7² nm; Photon Pairs Bandwith FWHM 3 nm @ -3 dB Spectral Brightness; Noise Suppression >75 dB; Fidelity >98% OZ Optics' advanced entangled photon sources harness the high optical confinement within a periodically poled nonlinear waveguide (PPNW) to achieve exceptional efficiency and produce plentiful photon pairs. Utilizing spontaneous parametric down-conversion (SPDC) within a periodically poled lithium niobate (PPLN) type-2 waveguide, situated within a fiber-based Sagnac loop, photons are generated. The thermal stabilization of the PPNW ensures maintenance of the ideal phase matching condition. Following the creation of photon pairs, pump photons and associated fluorescence noise are efficiently filtered out from the remaining pairs using a built-in set of optical filters. This remarkable stability is attained through the self-compensation effect of an all-in-fiber Sagnac interferometer, complemented by a single-frequency external cavity laser operating at 775 nm with an ultra-narrow linewidth. Consequently, bright, high-performance, and low-noise entangled photon sources operating at room temperature are realized. The resulting polarization-entangled photon pairs are generated within a narrow spectral bandwidth of just a few nanometers in the C Band, with a center wavelength of 1550 nm. Key features: Highest counts/coincidence rate available in the market High Heralding efficiency and excellent fidelity Turn-key, highly stable, room temperature operation Rugged, alignment free, proprietary design Built-in noise-suppression filters Built-in stable pump laser with variable attenuator Customizable Applications: Quantum key distribution, quantum computing and information processing, quantum LIDAR, subsystem integrable for quantum communication

Product number: SW11987

Manufacturer: OZ Optics

BHEPS-1000 Bright Polarization-Entangled Photon Source Narrowband Telecom

Signal/Idler Degeneracy Wavelength 1550 ±0.6² nm; Photon Pairs Bandwith FWHM 80 nm @ -3 dB Spectral Brightness; Noise Suppression >75 dB; Fidelity >98% OZ Optics' advanced entangled photon sources leverage the high optical confinement within a periodically poled nonlinear waveguide (PPNW) to achieve remarkable efficiency and a rich abundance of photon pairs. These photons are produced through spontaneous parametric down-conversion (SPDC) within a periodically poled lithium niobate (PPLN) type-2 waveguide, nestled within a fiber-based Sagnac loop. Ensuring optimal phase matching, the PPNW is thermally stabilized. Upon photon pair creation, any residual pump photons and associated fluorescence noise are meticulously filtered out by an integrated set of optical filters. Exceptional stability is realized through the self-compensation effect of an all-in-fiber Sagnac interferometer, complemented by a single-frequency external cavity laser operating at 775 nm with an ultra-narrow linewidth. Consequently, these entangled photon sources deliver bright, high-performance outputs with minimal noise, operating comfortably at room temperature. The resulting polarization-entangled photon pairs exhibit a narrow spectral bandwidth of just a few nanometers in the C Band, centered at 1550 nm. Key features: Highest counts/coincidence rate available in the market High Heralding efficiency and excellent fidelity Turn-key, highly stable, room temperature operation Rugged, alignment free, proprietary design Built-in noise-suppression filters Built-in stable pump laser with variable attenuator Customizable Applications: Quantum key distribution, quantum computing and information processing, quantum LIDAR, subsystem integrable for quantum communication

Product number: SW11984

Manufacturer: OZ Optics

CPS/BCPS-1000 Correlated Photon Pair Sources

Signal/Idler Degeneracy Wavelenght 1550 or 810 nm; Photon Pairs Bandwidth FWHM ~80 or ~3 nm; Noise Suppression 75 dB; Max. Output Power of Pump Laser 12 mW, variable. The correlated photon pair sources generate photon pairs entangled in time or energy through spontaneous parametric down conversion (SPDC). Once the photon pairs are created, the pump photons are filtered out from the remaining pairs using an integrated set of optical filters. Equipped with a stabilized pump laser and internal variable optical attenuator for pump power control, OZ Optics' correlated pair sources ensure stable operation. The SPDC medium is thermally stabilized to maintain optimal phase matching conditions, thereby maximizing photon conversion efficiency. The photon pairs are separated using either a wavelength splitter (WDM) or polarizing beam splitter (PBS), depending on the spectral bandwidth of the unit ordered. Key features: Rugged, alignment free and all-in-fiber design High heralding efficiency Turn-key, highly-stable and room-temperature operation Built-in pump laser and noise-suppression filters Selectable wavelength, counts rate and bandwidth Customizable Applications: Fundamental quantum information science, quantum key distribution, quantum computing, quantum metrology

Product number: SW11985

Manufacturer: OZ Optics

EBS SLED Broadband Light Sources

SLED; 402-1680 nm; Optical Bandwidth 3-350 nm; Coherence Length 2.5-30 µm; Optical Power 0.5-40 mW With the EBS series, EXALOS provides high-performance fiber-coupled light sources based on superluminescent light emitting diodes (SLEDs). These highly customizable benchtop instruments are available in various form factors for research, development, production and testing environments. EBS SLED systems can be configured with up to eight SLEDs for ultra-broadband light sources. They can either have individual optical outputs for each SLED or can be configured to have one common output where the spectra of the individual SLEDs are combined. EBS light sources are available over a wide spectral range from near-UV (390 nm) to near-IR (1700 nm). In the long-wavelength range, EXALOS can offer the EBS300058-02, an ultra-broadband 350-nm light source from 1270 to 1620 nm with more than 40 mW of optical output power. In the short-wavelength range EXALOS can offer the EBS300080-02, an ultra-broadband 160-nm light source from 750 to 920 nm, featuring a coherence length in air of less than 2.5 µm. The EBS series’ optical output can be realized either with a single mode (SM) fiber or with a polarization maintaining (PM) fiber, depending on the type of SLED module that is chosen. The EBS30 and EBS40 series offer remote control through electrical analog and digital control signals and modulation capabilities up to 50 Hz. Optionally, a low degree of polarization (DOP) can be achieved using fiber depolarizers. Furthermore, spectral shaping through custom optical bandpass filters can be realized. Please contact the AMS Technologies light source experts to discuss your customized SLED broadband light source solution. Key Features: Turn-key System Multiple Spectral Ranges, Center Wavelength: 405 to 1570 nm Ultra-large Optical Bandwidth: 3 to 350 nm (3 dB), 6 to 400 nm (10 dB) Very Short Coherence Length: 2.5 to 30 µm (HWHM) Remote Power Control Through an Analog Input Voltage Ultra-low Noise (RIN) Ultra-stable High Optical Output Power: 0.5 to 40 mW Modulation up to 50 Hz Spectral Shaping Options Low Degree of Polarization – Optional Applications: Ultra-High Resolution Optical Coherence Tomography; Bio-medical Imaging; Multi-Channel Fiber Bragg Grating Interrogation; Passive Component Testing; Spectroscopy; Fiber Sensor Interrogation

Product number: SW11469

Manufacturer: Exalos

EPS-1000 Broadband Polarization-Entangled Photon Source

1530-1580 nm; Wavelength Accuracy ±2 nm; Biphoton Bandwidth 60->120 nm; Pair-generation Rate 1-4x106 Pairs/s; Coincidence-to-accidental Ratio 100-1000; Signal/Idler Sum Frequency Bandwidth 0.1-0.4 nm OZ Optics’ EPS-1000 fiber-based device is a compact, robust, and alignment-free source of broadband polarization-entangled photon pairs. Based on periodically-poled silica fiber (PPSF) technology, it features turn-key, room-temperature operation, and needs little maintenance. The all-fiber design makes it environmentally stable for challenging applications such as space-based instruments. It generates high-quality polarization-entangled photon pairs at telecom wavelengths with more than 80 nm of bandwidth. This unit comes with a built-in optical switch to allow the user to direct the light either to a common output port or to a built-in wavelength division multiplexor to have the signal and idler photons of the entangled photon pairs separated to two output ports. This ideal entanglement source has myriad applications in quantum information processing, quantum sensing, and WDM-based quantum key distribution networks. Key Features: High-quality Polarization and Frequency Entanglement Broad Bandwidth Covering C- and L-Bands High Fidelity and Excellent Stability Turn-key and Room-temperature Operation Low Power Consumption Compact Design and Lightweight Platform Rugged, Alignment-free, All Fiber Design Built-in Optical Switch and WDM Signal/Idler Degeneracy Wavelength: 1530 nm to 1580 nm Signal/Idler Degeneracy Wavelength Accuracy: ±2 nm Biphoton Bandwidth (3 dB): 60 nm to >120 nm Signal/Idler Sum Frequency Bandwidth (3 dB): 0.1 nm to 0.4 nm Pair-generation Rate: 1x106 to 4x106 Pairs/s Coincidence-to-accidental Ratio: 100 to 1000 Two-photon Interference Visibility: 97% to 99.5% Applications: Quantum Imaging; Quantum Metrology; Quantum Key Distribution networks; Quantum Computing and Information Processing

Product number: SW11907

Manufacturer: OZ Optics

EPS-1000 Polarization-Entangled Photon Source Narrowband 810 nm

Signal/Idler Degeneracy Wavelenght 810 nm; Photon Pairs Bandwidth FWHM ~3 nm; Pair-generation rate >1x10⁵ Pairs/Second; Max. Output Power of Pump Laser 12 mW, variable. OZ Optics provides entangled photon sources featuring a pair of periodically poled crystals housed within a Mach-Zehnder interferometer. These sources utilize type-2 spontaneous parametric down-conversion (SPDC) to generate polarization-entangled photon pairs. Multiple polarization displacers (PDs) are strategically employed to divide the pairs into two output ports, conveniently located on the front panel as depicted in the photo. Photon pairs are centered at 810 nm with a bandwidth of just a few nanometers. Each source is equipped with a wavelength-stabilized pump laser, variable optical attenuator, and temperature controller to finely adjust phase matching parameters, optimizing efficiency. Integration of a rotatable half-wave plate (HWP) enables control over the number of photon pairs generated in each crystal. Consequently, users can establish polarization reference bases while easily toggling between polarization and energy domains. This feature is anticipated to greatly support the quantum optics R&D community. Key features: Turn-key and room-temperature operation Built-in pump laser and noise-suppression filters Controllable accidental photons rate Applications: Quantum Information Science, quantum metrology, quantum key distribution, quantum computing and information processing

Product number: SW11986

Manufacturer: OZ Optics

Fibolux BBS Fiber Optic Broadband Light Sources

1525-1608 nm; Output Power 14-18 dBm; Minimum Power Density -12 dBm/nm; Output Isolation >30, >40 dB; Output Connector FC/PC, FC/APC Fibotec Fiberoptics’ Fibolux BBS series of fiber optic broadband light sources makes use of the Amplified Spontaneous Emission (ASE) within optically pumped rare earth doped fibers. The spectral width of these light sources ranges by design from a few nm to the entire emission wavelength range of the dopand (e.g. Erbium-Ions). The optical power density of fiber optic ASE sources is typically higher than that of broadband fiber-coupled semiconductor-based devices at an even lower noise level (RIN). This characteristic and the strong incoherence resulting from the absence of residual resonator effects make ASE-sources an ideal instrument in test and measurement applications. C- and L-band sources are utilized for spectral characterization of optical components including the DWDM-market. Applications are also found in various White Light Interferometer based instruments. Key Features: Extremely High Power Stability Wavelength Shaping Wavelength Range: 1525 to 1565 nm, 1528 to 1608 nm Additional 1060 nm Versions Output Power: 14 to 18 dBm Minimum Power Density: -12 dBm/nm Power Stability: ±1.5, ±2.5 mdBm (15 min) Output Isolation: >30, >40 dB Output Connector: FC/PC, FC/APC Operating Temperature: 0 to +40°C Power Supply: 5 VDC, 3 A (Module), 100-240 VAC, 50 Hz, 40 W (Instrument) Dimensions: 145 x 100 x 17 mm (Module), 210 x 290 x 95 mm (Instrument) Applications: Test & Measurement; Spectral Characterization of Optical Components; DWDM; White Light Interferometer Based Instruments

Product number: SW11734

Manufacturer: Fibotec Fiberoptics GmbH

FSS-0380-0780-000 Full-Spectrum LED Light Sources

Light Source for Spectrometers; Fiber-coupled; 380-780 nm; Available With Range of LED Drivers Mightex’s FSS-0380-0780-00 series of full-spectrum LED light sources with SMA connector are optimized for the use with spectrometers. These light sources feature a long lifetime with more than 25,000 hours as well as a low power consumption. Compared to halogen light sources, the output spectrum of the FSS-0380-0780-00 series shows a significantly higher intensity at the blue/UV end. Intensity of these full-spectrum LED light sources can be adjusted without changing the output spectrum, and the output spectrum can also be tailored by the users to suit different applications. FSS-0380-0780-00 series full-spectrum LED light sources are available stand-alone without driver or with a choice of three manual or computer-controlled drivers: FSS-0380-0780-000: Full-spectrum LED light source without a LED driver FSS-0380-0780-000-SLC-SA04-US: Full-spectrum LED light source with 4-channel computer-controlled LED driver SLC-SA04-US FSS-0380-0780-000-SLA-1000-2: Full-spectrum LED light source with two 2-channel manual/analog LED drivers SLA-1000-2 FSS-0380-0780-000-MA-04-MU: Full-spectrum LED light source with 4-channel dual-mode LED driver SLC-MA04-MU Key Features: LED-based Light Source Fiber-Coupled SMA Connector Wavelength Range: 380 to 780 nm Lifetime: >25,000 hours Low Power Consumption Significantly Higher Intensity at Blue/UV End Compared to Halogen Light Sources Intensity Can Be Adjusted Without Changing Output Spectrum Output Spectrum Can Be Tailored by Users to Suit Different Applications Available With Manual and Computer-controlled Drivers Applications: Spectrometry; Spectrometers

Product number: SW11203

Manufacturer: Mightex

Gershwin & Guaraldi EPG Polarization Entangled Photon Sources

Polarization Entangled Photon Source; Fiber-coupled or Free Space; Type-0, Type-1, Type-2 Phase Matching Crystal-based, OZ Optics’ Gershwin & Guaraldi EPG polarization entangled photon source product line produces polarization entangled photon pairs through the process of spontaneous parametric down conversion (SPDC). These OEM sources are compact interferometers which can be configured for type-0, type-1, or type-2 phase matching. Variants which support type-0/type-1 are called Guaraldi, while those supporting type-2 are called Gershwin. Both Guaraldi and Gershwin come optically coupled via fiber to free space focusers with pre-selected beam waists which can be customized upon request. Guaraldi and Gershwin are OEM-style devices designed to support the quantum optics R&D community. Using a laser, a dichroic beam splitter, tomographic measurement equipment (half wave plate (HWP), quarter wave plate (QWP), polarizing beam splitter (PBS)), and single photon detectors (e.g. IDQube), it takes seconds to measure photon pairs, and only a few trial settings of the HWP to generate and confirm very high quality (>95% fidelity) polarization entanglement. Guaraldi and Gershwin can be operated in two modes: Pair production mode: To create pairs, the HWP is set to 0 or 45 degrees. The generator is pumped with a suitable (correct wavelength) laser and the output can be split with either a 50:50 beam splitter or a dichroic. Polarization entanglement mode: Here, the operation is identical to pair production mode except that the HWP is set to 22.5 degrees. Further optimization of the entanglement quality can be achieved by small adjustments to the HWP setting if desired. Key Features: Customizable: Supports Type-0, Type-1, and Type-2 Phase Matching, Custom Beam Waist Selection, and Coupling Optics Tunable Entanglement (Fidelity Range 0 - 95%) Pre-aligned and Stable Pump Blocking for Basis Alignment Fiber-coupled or Free Space Options Count Rates: Kcps to Mcps Heralding Efficiencies: >0.1 to 0.5 Max. TEC Voltage: 5.6 V, 5.8 V Max. TEC Current: 6 A Max. Operating Temperature: +80°C Dimensions: 192 x 130 x 76 mm (Gershwin), 204 x 66 x 76 mm (Guaraldi) Applications: Fundamental Quantum Information Science; Quantum Key Distribution; Quantum Computing; Quantum Metrology

Product number: SW11787

Manufacturer: OZ Optics

HEPS-1000 Broadband Hyperentangled Photon Source

1530-1580 nm; Wavelength Accuracy ±2 nm; Biphoton Bandwidth 60->120 nm; Pair-generation Rate 1-4x106 Pairs/s; Coincidence-to-accidental Ratio 100-1000; Signal/Idler Sum Frequency Bandwidth 0.1-0.4 nm OZ Optics’ HEPS-1000 hyperentangled photon source uniquely fulfils three important requirements to enable high-dimensional quantum information processing and quantum superdense teleportation for modern defense and space applications: Reliable all-in-fiber and alignment-free source, Compact footprint, lightweight fiber and high-quality performance that can be easily integrated into any portable system, Hyper-entanglement generation along with high-brightness and unprecedented fidelity for quantum inter-satellite link technologies. Based on periodically-poled silica fiber (PPSF) technology, this source features turn-key, room-temperature operation, and needs little maintenance. The all-fiber design makes it environmentally stable for challenging applications. It generates telecom hyperentangled photon pairs with about 80 nm of bandwidth, and can be combined with fixed or programmable filters to create entangled frequency combs and high-dimensional frequency entanglement. Key Features: High-quality Hyper-entanglement in Polarization and Frequency Hyperentangled Biphotons Routed Deterministically in Two Output Ports Compatible with Fixed or Programmable Filters for High-dimensional Entanglement in Frequency Domain Broad Bandwidth Covering C- and L-Bands High Fidelity and Excellent Stability Signal/Idler Degeneracy Wavelength: 1530 nm to 1580 nm Signal/Idler Degeneracy Wavelength Accuracy: ±2 nm Biphoton Bandwidth (3 dB): 60 nm to >120 nm Signal/Idler Sum Frequency Bandwidth (3 dB): 0.1 nm to 0.4 nm Pair-generation Rate: 1x106 to 4x106 Pairs/s Coincidence-to-accidental Ratio: 100 to 1000 Turn-key and Room-temperature Operation Low Power Consumption Compact Design and Lightweight Optics Rugged, Alignment-free, All Fiber Design Applications: High-dimensional Quantum Information Processing; Quantum Superdense Coding; Frequency and Polarization Superdense Teleportation for Space Application

Product number: SW11906

Manufacturer: OZ Optics

IntelliGain® ASE Broadband Light Sources

1525-1605 nm; Output Power >11, >16 dBm; Spectral Density >-10, >-17 dBm/nm; Output Connector FC/PC; Fiber Type SMF-28 BaySpec’s IntelliGain® series of customizable broadband amplified spontaneous emission (ASE) light sources are designed to accommodate many different telecommunications, fiber sensing, fiber optic gyroscope, and test & measurement capabilities in the near- and shortwave infrared region of 1525 nm to 1605 nm. IntelliGain® broadband ASE light sources are based on amplified spontaneous emission in erbium-doped fibers and are developed using BaySpec’s proprietary EDFA technology. These light sources provide superior optical output to the conventional LED sources over a broad spectral range. Different power levels and multi-output options are available and suitable for a variety of different applications, providing cost effective solutions to the market. BaySpec devices benefit from low-cost, field-proven telecommunication components to provide rugged, reliable solutions. Key Features: High Maximum Output Power: >11, >16 dBm Power Stability: <0.03 dB (After 1 h Warm-up) Wide Spectral Coverage – Wavelength Range: 1525 to 1605 nm High Spectral Stability Spectral Density: >-10, >-17 dBm/nm Non-polarized Light Output Low Power Consumption Compact Size Solid State Light Source Output Connector: FC/PC Fiber Type: SMF-28 Single Mode (SM) Reliable Operation in Harsh Environments Operating Temperature Range: 0 to +40°C Operates in High Relative Humidity Environments up to +85% r.H. Power Supply:100 to 240 VAC, <10, <12 W Dimensions: 212 x 88 x 203 mm (Bench-top) Applications: Optical Component Spectral Tests; DWDM System and Component Tests; Optical Measurement Systems; Optical Sensing

Product number: SW11735

Manufacturer: BaySpec

MiniLite™ MWLS Fiber Coupled Broadband Light Sources

650-1690 nm; Output Power ≤30 mW; Termination SM, MM, Custom Fiber Pigtail; Spectral Width 100 nm; Output Connector FC/PC, PC/PC, LC/PC, LC/APC, SC/PC, SC/APC, Other BaySpec’s MiniLite™ MWLS series of wideband or broadband fiber-coupled light sources are designed to enhance analytical spectroscopy, fiber optic sensing, optical coherence tomography (OCT), medical imaging and other test & measurement capabilities. Devices benefit from low-cost, field proven telecommunication components to provide rugged, reliable solutions. MiniLite™ MWLS series fiber-coupled broadband light sources are available in a compact, card-mount module form factor with heat sink or as a bench-top system. Key Features: Fiber Optic Coupled Wide Spectral Coverage. Wavelength Range: 650 to 1690 nm Spectral Width: 100 nm (typical) in a Single Source; Specify Combined Source for Wider Coverage Output Power: Up to 30 mW Output Power Stability: ±0.01 dB (After 10 min Warm-up) Compact Size, Ready for OEM Integration Solid State Light Source Termination: Single Mode (SM), Multi Mode (MM), Custom Fiber Pigtail Output Connector: FC/PC, PC/PC, LC/PC, LC/APC, SC/PC, SC/APC, Other Reliable Operation in Harsh Environments Operates Over Wide Temperature Range: -15 to +70°C Operates in High Relative Humidity Environments up to +85% r.H. Power Supply: 5 V, <5 W Wall-power Plug-and-play Temperature Control: Uncooled or TE Cooled Dimensions: 80 x 80 x 43 mm (Card-mount), 212 x 88 x 203 mm (Bench-top) Applications: Spectral Domain OCT; Fiber Optic Sensing; NIR Spectroscopy; Test & Measurement Source; Laboratory Source; Medical Diagnostics

Product number: SW11736

Manufacturer: BaySpec

OS LED/SLED Broadband Light Sources

1310-1620 nm; Output Power ≥10, ≥500 µW; Termination SMF-28e Fiber Pigtail; Spectrum Width ≥30, ≥40 nm; Output Connector FC/PC, FC/UPC, FC/APC Relying on high-accuracy automatic power control (APC) and automatic temperature control (ATC) techniques, LightComm Technology’s OS Series of LED/SLED broadband light sources delivers stable output power in both short term and long term. These light sources can work at CW, internal modulate, and external modulate modes. You have the choice: While LEDs provide a low-power broadband light source, SLEDs offer relatively higher output power. These LED and SLED light sources work at wavelengths of 1310 nm, 1480 nm, 1550 nm and 1620 nm (±20 nm). Key Features: Broadband Light Source Operating Mode: CW, Internal Modulation (Square Wave @0.27, 1, 2 kHz), External Modulation (Digital, Analog, BNC Connector) Selected Wavelengths, Custom Versions are Available Central Wavelength: 1310 ±20 nm, 1480 ±20 nm, 1550 ±20 nm, 1620 ±20 nm Radiation Source: LED, SLED Spectrum Width (-3 dB): ≥30, ≥40 nm Highly Stable Output Power: ≥10, ≥500 µW Short Term Stability: ≤±0.02 dB (15 min) Long Term Stability: ≤±0.05 dB (8 h) Output Attenuation: 0 to 5.9 dB (±0.5 dB) at 0.1 dB Steps Spectrum Density Stability: ≤±0.05 dB (15 min) Fiber Pigtail: Single Mode (SM) SMF-28e Output Connector: FC/PC, FC/UPC or FC/APC Operating Temperature: 0°C to +40°C Power Supply: 220/110 VAC, 50 Hz, 20 W Dimensions: 260 x 240 x 113 mm Applications: Optical Fiber Component Manufacture & Test; Optical System Test

Product number: SW11730

Manufacturer: LightComm Technology

RGB-100 White Light (RGB) Laser Sources

405-660 nm; Output Power 0-5, 0-15, 0-20 mW; Output Connector Type: FC/PC, FC/APC, SC; Wavelength Stability ±0.1 mm; Polarization Extinction Ratio >18, >20 dB OZ Optics’ RGB-100 line of RGB (Red/Green/Blue) white light lasers provides a complete method to deliver full color laser light from a single mode (SM) or polarization maintaining (PM) fiber. The RGB-100 lasers combine light from three different wavelengths – red, green, and blue in nature – to generate output light that is white in appearance from a single fiber. By varying the relative intensities of the individual colors, one can generate a spectrum of colors. The RGB laser achieves this functionality by combining the strengths of our OZ-2000 turnkey laser sources with our line of wave division multiplexers. The sources are temperature-stabilized, fiber-coupled laser diode sources. The sources are stabilized to within 0.1°C over an environmental temperature range of +15°C to +45°C. This maintains wavelength variations to better than 0.1 nm, and reduces the tendency of the sources to mode hop. As an optional feature, each source can be electrically controlled using separate 0-5 V control voltages, allowing each source to be modulated at low frequencies. The red and blue lasers can be configured to allow modulation up to 100 kHz. Special versions can be modulated at frequencies up to 50 MHz, under special request. This is ideal for generating full color displays. The wave division multiplexer combines the light from the three sources into a single mode (SM) or polarization maintaining (PM) fiber. The fiber is protected with a rugged, flexible, stainless steel armored cable. The light from the output fiber can be collimated using an optional achromatic collimator to give near ideal gaussian beams ranging from 0.6 mm to 10 mm in diameter. Alternatively achromatic focusers can be supplied to focus the light to spots only a few µm in diameter. In addition to complete RGB laser sources, we offer separate laser sources, wave division multiplexers, and collimator and focusers. Key Features: A Variety of Wavelengths and Power Levels Available Operating Wavelength Range: 405 to 660 nm Typical Wavelength Stability: ±0.1 mm Output Power from Fiber: 0-5, 0-15, 0-20 mW Low Noise, Stable Output Typical Long Term Power Stability: <2%, <5% peak to peak Typical Short Term Power Stability: <0.5% peak to peak Polarization Extinction Ratio: >18, >20 dB Independent Analog Control of Individual Laser Powers Single Mode (SM), Multi Mode (MM) and Polarization Maintaining Fiber Versions High-power Versions Digital Display of Elapsed Laser Working Hours Interlock-enabled Safety Shutter Color-coded LED Power ON/OFF Indicators Output Connector Type: FC/PC, FC/APC, SC Dimensions: 400 x 450 x 90 mm Applications: White Light Displays; Confocal Microscopy; Laser Spectroscopy; Fluorescence Microscopy; Color Holography; Flow Cytometry

Product number: SW11733

Manufacturer: OZ Optics

Ruby & Emerald EPG Benchtop Polarization Entangled Photon Sources

810-1560 nm; Wavelength Accuracy ±2 nm; Pair-generation Rate 1x105-4x106 Pairs/s; Coincidence-to-accidental Ratio 100-1000; Two-photon Interference Visibility 95%-99% OZ Optics’ Ruby and Emerald systems are crystal-based polarization entangled photon sources which integrate the crystals responsible for spontaneous parametric down-conversion into photon pairs inside a self-balanced interferometer engine to generate the wavelength/polarization entanglement in a robust benchtop turn-key device. Each source comes equipped with a wavelength-stabilized pump laser, a variable optical attenuator, and a temperature controller to fine tune phase matching parameters to realize optimal efficiency. The components are packaged inside a rugged aluminium housing with an on/off power switch and keyed laser control. Signal and Idler photons are available with the pump wavelength removed at separate output ports on the front panel. Ruby entangled photon sources make use of type-0 down-conversion to generate a broadband biphoton spectrum, with a bandwidth of several tens of nanometers. Emerald entangled photon sources make use of type-2 down-conversion to generate a narrow bandwidth biphoton spectrum, with a bandwidth of a few nanometers. In both cases the interferometer engine ensures photon entanglement regardless of the down-conversion type. AMS Technologies can assist in selecting the preferred version (Ruby or Emerald) depending on your target wavelength and application – contact the AMS Technologies photonics experts to discuss your requirements. Key Features: High-quality, Turn-key Polarization Entanglement Custom Wavelength Offerings Rugged, Room Temperature Operation Two (Signal/Idler) Outputs or Single Output Signal/Idler Degeneracy Wavelength: 810 nm to 1560 nm Signal/Idler Degeneracy Wavelength Accuracy: ±2 nm (Typ.) Pair-generation Rate: 1x105 to 4x106 Pairs/s Coincidence-to-accidental Ratio: 100 to 1000 Fidelity5 to |Ψ⟩=(|HV⟩+|VH⟩)/√2: 95% to 99% Two-photon Interference Visibility: 95% to 99% Power Supply: 5 V, 8 A (Ruby), 12 V, 6 A (Emerald) Dimensions: 350 x 165 x 125 mm Weight: ~6 kg Applications: Quantum Information Science; Quantum Metrology; Quantum Key Distribution; Quantum Computing and Information Processing

Product number: SW11788

Manufacturer: OZ Optics

SAPPHIRE Benchtop Correlated Photon Pair Sources

810, 1550 nm; Wavelength Accuracy ±2 nm; Pair-generation Rate 1x105-4x106 Pairs/s; Coincidence-to-accidental Ratio 100-1000; Fiber Type SM, PM OZ Optics’ SAPPHIRE correlated photon pair sources produce time/energy entangled photon pairs via the process of spontaneous parametric down conversion (SPDC). After creating photon pairs, the pump light is removed from the output and the remaining pairs are split into single photons and sent to separate signal / idler outputs. Similar to their polarization entangled photon pair counterparts, OZ correlated pair sources come equipped with a stabilized pump laser and temperature-stabilized phase matching along with pump power control via an internal variable optical attenuator. Key Features: Customized Wavelength Selection Separated Signal / Idler Outputs Rugged Aluminium Housing Fiber Type: Single Mode (SM, Polarization Maintaining (PM) Signal/Idler Degeneracy Wavelength: 810 nm, 1550 nm Signal/Idler Degeneracy Wavelength Accuracy:: ±2 nm Biphoton Bandwidth (3 dB): Phase Matching Dependent Pair-Generation Rate: 1 x 105 to 4x106 Pairs/s Coincidence-to-Accidental Ratio: Min. 100, Typ. 1000 Power Supply: 5 V to 12 V, 6 A to 8 A Dimensions: 35 x 16.5 x 12.5 cm Weight: Approx. 6 kg Applications: Fundamental Quantum Information Science; Quantum Key Distribution; Quantum Computing; Quantum Metrology

Product number: SW11903

Manufacturer: OZ Optics

SpectraTec RGB White Light Laser Source

450 to 638 nm; 50 to 750 mW; Power Stability <5% Blue Sky Research’s SpectraTec RGB white light laser source use all fiber technology for combining multiple lasers and simultaneously maintaining polarization. SpectraTec RGB is a ultra-compact, thermally and mechanically stable, highly reliable fiber-coupled laser illumination source that combines up to 750 mW of red, green and blue (638, 520, 450 nm) laser power into a single multi mode (MM), single mode (SM) or Polarization maintaining (PM) optical fiber. In addition to the SpectraTec RGB systems, the SpectraTec series of laser sources include the SpectraTec II series of dual laser sources as well as the SpectraTec X series of multi-wavelength laser sources with up to four wavelengths. A key feature of the SpectraTec RGB white light laser source is that each laser can be activated, adjusted and controlled individually. All lasers can be on at the same time while also maintaining individual power stabilization. The SpectraTec RGB module has a 37-pin D-sub male connector and is provided with a 50 to 100 cm cable terminated in a 37-pin D-Sub female connector. Designed for medical devices & life science instrumentation where precision, stability and reliability are of critical importance, the SpectraTec RGB white light laser source uses semiconductor laser technology and can be customized for unique power or wavelength requirements. Control interfaces can be tailored to match your system control, GUI, monitoring and operational requirements. Get in touch with us to discuss your customized dual or even multiple wavelength laser solution! Key Features: Individually Controllable Red/Green/Blue Lasers Wavelength Range: 450 to 638 nm Laser Diode Power: 50 to 750 mW (Depending on Wavelength) Power Stability (1 h): <5% Multi Mode (MM) Fiber With Armored Cable Ultra-high Illumination Intensity Optical Fiber Options From 50 µm and Up Integrated Control, Drive and Protection Circuits Applications: Endoscopy; Illumination; Bio-imaging; Medical Devices; Life Science Instrumentation Semiconductor Inspection; Machine Vision; Metrology Inspection; Scientific Instrumentation Systems

Product number: SW10954

Manufacturer: Blue Sky Research