OEM MOPA Light Sources. User Manual.
Document ID:
SL.3328.01.000RE / Rev. 1.0, Date: 25/09/2020 Page
4
of
23
1 Light Source Description
1.1 General Description
The OEM-MOPA (Master Oscillator Power Amplifier) SLD broadband light source combines an extremely
high output power with a wide optical spectrum. This is achieved by amplifying the Master SLD source
’s
emission with a spectrally-matched optical power booster.
The OEM MOPA-SLD light source features compact outline dimensions 110x31x190 mm (WxHxD) and
capability of operation in a voltage range of 9-15 VDC (1.5 A max.). The device supports pulse modulation
(ON/OFF switching) at a frequency rate up to 5 kHz. The electrical pulses are to be supplied externally from
an external pulse generator.
Due to the renewed internal electronics, the OEM-MOPA light source provides three types of the optical
power control:
•
manually, by pressing the top-cover pushbutton
•
remotely, by applying logic signals to the back-side Remote control port
•
remotely, from a PC (or laptop) via the side-back USB virtual serial port
All OEM-MOPA light sources are supplied with the USB- and Remote-port interfaces as standard options.
Please note that the OEM-MOPA light source is intended for integration into the end-
user’s equipment and is
to be considered as an optical component. For this reason, the device is
NOT
equipped with all required
protective measures for safety operation. Before running the instrument, please check Safety Considerations
section in this document.
Please note that the OEM-MOPA light source has unique optical characteristics. Their sensitivity to optical
feedback is
NOT
completely studied yet. For that reason, we strongly recommend
NOT
exceeding the back
reflection level of 10
-3
. If it is not possible to fulfill, you
MUST
install a fiber-
optic isolator at the device’s
output.
1.2 Optical Performance
Standard models of the OEM MOPA-SLD light sources are listed in the table below. Customization of the
OEM-MOPA SLD characteristics is available upon request
– please contact [email protected].
The optical design is based on PM fiber.
The optical output can be a 500mm-long FC/APC terminated fiber
pigtail in a 3mm reinforced tube, or an FC/APC mating sleeve for external connection of FC/APC patch
cables.
Parameter
MOPA-
SLD_OEM-850-
P70W15
MOPA-SLD-
OEM-840-
P50W40
MOPA-SLD-
OEM-1075-
P50W15
MOPA-SLD-
OEM-
1064P20W1.5
Output power (PMF), mW
70
50
50
20
3 dB spectral width, nm
15
40
15
1.5
Center wavelength, nm
850
840
1075
1064
