Ultrabroad Band Single Mode Supercontinuum Light Source

Features

• VIS+NIR Power Balanced
• Outstanding Power Stability
• 150 mW Average Power in Visible Range

Applications

• Microscopy (FRET, TIRF, CLSM...)
• Absorption / Transmission / Reflection Spectroscopy
• Optical Device Characterization
• Metrology
• Hyperspectral Imaging

Product Description

The SUPL is an ultra-broadband, single-mode supercontinuum laser covering the 450–2300 nm spectral range, delivering over 3W of average power with exceptional stability (<0.5% standard deviation). It uses a 1060 nm pulsed fiber laser to pump a photonic crystal fiber (PCF), maintaining single-mode output across the entire broadband range from 450 to 2300nm. The SUPL is a turnkey benchtop, plug-and-play unit offering spatial coherence and a broad spectrum, making it an excellent alternative to traditional lamps, single-line lasers, LEDs, and ASE sources. Ideal for scientific and industrial applications -- including absorption and transmission measurements, VIS/NIR/IR spectroscopy, single-molecule spectroscopy, and fluorescence excitation -- the SUPL comes standard with a bare PCF output to ensure single-mode propagation. For ease of integration, Agiltron offers splicing to regular fibers using Molex field adaptors. Agiltron uniquely produces various mode adaptors to match all types of fibers. Output power and repetition rates are adjustable via front-panel controls or remotely through a USB/GUI interface. A TTL repetition control BNC port is available for synchronization with measurements.

Specifications

* Two types of pump lasers: one with max repetition of 100kHz, another with 400kHz.

Optical Output

Cooling: air cooling

Power Requirements: 220 V / 110V - 50/60 Hz

Operating Temperature: 20 °C to 30 °C

Storage Temperature: -40 °C to 80 °C

Diagram Descriptions

Dimensions: The product dimensions are typically shown in a diagram indicating the physical size and form factor of the main light source unit. Specific mounting points or connection interfaces might be detailed with measurements in millimeters.

Collimator Mechanical Dimensions: A separate diagram illustrates the mechanical dimensions of a collimator accessory, detailing its cylindrical shape, diameter, and length, often with measurements provided in millimeters and inches.

Accessory - Tunable Output (SUPLF)

The SUPLF is an accessory for supercontinuum lasers designed to select any wavelength in the visible range (450-750 nm) for applications such as bioimaging and nanophotonics.

• Spectral Range: 450-750 nm
• Optical Output: Free Space or 50/125 Multimode Fiber Output (1m) with FC/PC connector
• Linewidth: 10 nm to 300 nm
• Selectable lines: 1
• Resolution: 1 nm
• Power Transmissions: >75% (free space output) / > 25% (fiber output)
• Control: USB computer control interface with GUI

Ordering Information

The ordering information follows a structured format to specify the desired configuration:

Prefix: SUPL-

Configuration Codes:

• Config: Standard = 1, Special = 0
• Total Output Power: 3W = 03, 5W = 05, 7W = 07, 10W = 10, 15W = 15, 20W = 20, Special = 0
• Interface: None = 1, USB = 2, RS232 = 3, Special = 0
• Repetition: <100 kHz = 1, <400 kHz = 2
• Trigger: None = 1, Yes = 2
• Output: Photonic Fiber = 1, 50/125 Fiber = 2, 105/125 Fiber = 3, SM28 = S, Hi1060 = A, Special = 0
• Connector: None = 1, FC/PC = 2, Special = 0
• Collimator: None = 1, 4mm/50mm = 2, Special = 0

Notes:

• * Photonic Fiber (PCF) selection is the default for fiber output without a connector. Splicing regular fiber with PCF is offered for convenience, but single-mode characteristics may be altered.
• ** The connector is for regular fiber only. For PCF, a connector can protect the end face but is not for butt coupling. Photonic crystal fiber requires a mode field adaptor for coupling into glass fiber, which Agiltron produces.
• *** 4mm/50mm refers to a 4mm diameter parallel beam with a beam waist at a distance of 50mm.

Laser Safety Information

This product complies with Title 21 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and is an FDA/CDRH Class 1M laser product, classified under accession number 0220191. All versions are tested according to IEC 60825-1:2007 / EN 60825-1:2007.

Class 1M Laser Product Warning:

• For diverging beams: Viewing the laser output with certain optical instruments (e.g., eye loupes, magnifiers, microscopes) within 100 mm may pose an eye hazard.
• For collimated beams: Viewing the laser output with certain instruments designed for use at a distance (e.g., telescopes, binoculars) may pose an eye hazard.

Specific Laser Emission Details:

• Wavelength = 1.3/1.5 µm. Maximum power = 30 mW.
• Warning Text: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM
• Warning Text: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION IS EMITTED FROM THE END OF FIBER OR CONNECTOR. Avoid direct exposure to beam. Do not view beam directly with optical instruments.
• Emission Label: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION EMITTED FROM END OF FIBER OR CONNECTOR. CLASS 1M LASER PRODUCT. IEC 60825-1:2007 EN 60825-1:2007. MAX OUTPUT: 50 mW. WAVELENGTH: 1.5 µm (+ 1460 to 1620 nm).

Complies with 21 CRF 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50, dated June 24, 2007.