Horizon V2
Supercontinuum Fiber Laser with Ultra Flat Spectrum
- Spectral Range
- 410 – 2300 nm
- Average Power
- ≥ 4 W
- Visible (410–850 nm)
- ≥ 300 mW
The Horizon Supercontinuum Fiber Laser is a cutting-edge optical source designed to redefine performance in spectroscopy and imaging. With an ultra-flat spectrum, free of spurious spectral peaks, it spans an impressive spectral range of 410 and 2300 nm.
With its spatial coherence, broad spectral coverage and spectral flatness, Horizon outperforms traditional supercontinuum sources
Ideal for advanced scientific and industrial applications, including fluorescence lifetime imaging and beyond, where consistent, high- quality illumination is critical. Whether in research or industrial environments, Horizon empowers users with a robust, high-performance solution for their optical needs.
Horizon for Optical characterization of material and devices, Life Science Microscopy and Astronomical Research.
This product is a Class 4 laser. Appropriate safety measures according to such laser class should be taken in its installation and use. Spectral profile and other detailed specs under request.
Technical specifications
| Spectral Range | 410 - 2300 nm |
|---|---|
| Repetition Rate | 80 ± 2 MHz |
| Average Power | ≥ 4 W |
| Visible Range (410-850 nm) Average Power | ≥ 300 mW |
| Pulse Duration | ≤ 10 ps @ 1060 nm | ≤ 250 ps full spectrum* |
| Power Stability | ≤ 0.5 % (std. dev.) |
| Polarization | Unpolarized |
| Output Port | Single Mode Fiber, 1.0 m length (customizable) |
| Optical Output | Collimated (in the range 450 - 1000 nm), Single-mode across full spectrum |
| Synchronization / Connections | TTL (SMA) |
| Beam Diameter @ 1 m of distance | @470 nm ≤ 2.65 mm / @580 nm ≤ 3 mm / @725 nm ≤ 4 mm / @1150 nm ≤ 4.2 mm |
| Spatial Mode Quality (M 2 ) | ≤ 1.2 |
| Cooling | Thermoelectric cooler + air cooling |
| Power Requirements | 110V - 220V / 50Hz-60Hz |
| Operating Temperature | 20 - 30 ºC |
| Storage Temperature | 0 - 60 ºC |
| Dimensions | 436x560x151 mm (WxDxH) |
| Control | Manual / Software via USB |
| Safety Connections | Interlock / Key |
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