TOPTICA Photonics, Inc.: Simple Operation of a Continuously Tunable Laser with up to 120nm Mode-Hop Free Tuning Range

Abstract

TOPTICA s continuously tunable laser, the CTL, enables mode‐hop‐free wavelength tuning up to 120 nm with narrow linewidth and highest accuracy. With applications in device characterization, quantum and materials analysis, it is ideal for any application requiring high precision mode-hop free laser operation over a wide tuning range. In this demo, Dr. Rudolf Neuhaus demonstrates how to operate the laser with the fully digital, low noise and drift DLC pro controller using intuitive touch screen controls. To illustrate the convenient features of the laser and DLC pro controller, the system is connected to a spectroscopy cell and the transmission spectra is measured by a photodiode and recorded by the DLC pro with the ability to review the data live and adjust operating parameters accordingly, including the ability to lock the laser to a specific laser line. For more information about the CTL, contact us at [email protected].