Fiber Amplifier
Chapter 3: Description
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Description
Thorlabs’ EDFA100S and EDFA100P are core-pumped Erbium-doped fiber amplifiers that offer high gain, low
noise, and high output power (>100 mW over most of the wavelength range). The amplifiers are offered in a
compact, turnkey benchtop package with FC/APC input and output connectors. The current of the amplifier
’s pump
laser is adjustable through the instrument front panel, which allows the user to vary the output power and gain of
the amplifier. The amplifiers feature low dispersion and low nonlinearity for applications involving femtosecond
pulses.
The amplifiers include a USB connector that allows the amplifier to be enabled or disabled remotely, as well as
allowing remote control of the pump current. For added safety, there is an interlock connector located on the rear
panel that must be shorted in order for the output to be enabled. This can easily be configured to be triggered by
doors to disable the fiber amplifier in unsafe conditions. The power switch is a key-lock system to prevent accidental
or unwanted use. An enable button must be set to activate the amplifier, and a green LED indicator displays the
current state of the unit. There is a 3 second delay before the fiber amplifier turns on, and the user is warned by the
rapidly blinking LED.
The amplifiers include a universal power supply allowing operation over 100 to 240 VAC without the need for
selecting the line voltage. The fuse access is conveniently located on the rear panel.
3.1.
Shipping List
The EDFA100S and EDFA100P consist of the following components:
Erbium-Doped Fiber Amplifier in Benchtop Package
Amplifier Enable Key (Qty. 2)
Interlock-Shorting Pin
Region-Specific Power Cord
FBC1 Connector and Bulkhead Cleaner
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