Frequency noise MDL pro vs. DL pro
MDL pro
Tunable External Cavity Diode Lasers (ECDL) for 19" rack integration
- For integration in the T-RACK or in a 19" standard rack
- Narrow linewidth
- Tunable & frequency lock
- Light provided by single-mode PM optical fibers
- Digital control DLC pro for best performance
The MDL pro combines up to four narrow-linewidth tunable diode lasers in one compact sub-rack. This solves many problems of modern atomic optics: It simplifies complex operations because all integrated lasers are controlled using only one unified interface. Furthermore, it clears optical tables and stows away the lasers in a 19" standard subrack. This enables researchers to focus on their experiment instead of the laser system. The MDL pro is also transportable which fulfills the need of next-generation AMO systems and supports further compactification and mobilization of state-of-the-art lab-based experiments. Please see Laser Rack Systems for the complete product family and T-RACK for a suitable rack.
The MDL pro is a 2U 19" rack element that integrates tunable single-mode laser modules at wavelengths between 369 and 1625 nm. These modules are based on TOPTICA's DL pro or DFB pro lasers. Up to four individual modules can be selected and combined freely in the MDL pro. All laser diodes from TOPTICA stock lists are available.
The integrated lasers of the MDL pro achieve the same ultimate performance as TOPTICA's established DL pro or DFB pro series: Unprecedented passive stability, unique locking solutions and narrow linewidth. Each laser is fiber-coupled (using FiberDock) independently to allow for flexible integration into existing setups. A drawer slide design enables quick access and easy service.
The laser modules of the MDL pro are controlled with TOPTICA's DLC pro. With a touch screen, knobs and buttons this 3U laser controller enables a unique user convenience, combined with a low-noise operation and intelligent locking functions due to its digital architecture. It also enables a remote control of the integrated laser modules.
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Specification
The MDL pro may be included in a T-RACK and therefore be part of a complete Laser Rack System. In this case, one takes full advantage of the integrated rack solution. The MDL pro may also be purchased for mounting in a standard 19" rack by the customer. A regular 4-post rack with 600 mm or 800 mm depth (post separation between 500 mm and 700 mm) is required. Space requirements in the rack vary depending on the specific configuration. One unobstructed height unit has to be added below each module (MDL pro, DLC pro) for proper thermal managmenent. For details on rack requirements please contact TOPTICA. Finally, the MDL pro may also be used as a table-top solution consisting of one laser subrack and one or two DLC pro subracks.
Configurable Systems
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Pre-Configured Laser Modules*
HP 369 HP 397 HP 399 HP 420 HP 461 633 HP 637 670 780 850 Typical applications Yb ion cooling Ca ion cooling Yb cooling Ca cooling, Sr ion cooling, Rb Rydberg Sr cooling, Cs Rydberg HeNe laser wavelen. NV center, Yb ion clear out laser Li cooling Rb cooling, K cooling Cs cooling, Ca ion repump Wavelength interval (nm) 369.2 - 370.2 396.5 - 398.5 398.5 - 401 420 - 423 457 - 461 631 - 635 635 - 639 660 - 673 765 - 805 840 - 875 Peak power ex fiber (mW) 7 35 11 38 90 17 24 13 55 38 Linewidth (kHz at 5 µs) 150 150 150 150 150 200 500 200 50 100 -
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DLC MDL pro Ca+ DLC MDL pro Yb+ Application Ion cooling 1st
ionization
stepRepump A Repump B Ion cooling 1st
ionization
stepRepump A Repump B Wavelength (nm) 396.959 422.792 854.444 866.452 369.524 398.912 935.186 760.073 Peak power ex fiber (mW) 35 38 60 8 7 11 8 17 Linewidth (kHz at 5 µs) 150 150 3000 3000 150 150 3000 3000 -
Additional Information
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Options
- Lock Option for DLC pro: Software license that enables a number of features on a specific DLC pro. These allow to control the frequency of a laser for example by using a saturated absorption spectroscopy setup with a reference cell.
- Electronics Modules: A broad variety of electronic locking modules is available for frequency stabilization.
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Applications
- Applied Quantum Technology
- Quantum Computing
- Laser Cooling of Atoms & Ions
- Degenerate Quantum Gases (BEC, DFG)
- Rydberg Excitation (Rydberg Flyer for complete laser solutions)
- Optical Clocks
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Downloads
- Product Brochure: Tunable Diode Lasers
- Product Datasheet: MDL pro
- Short Info: T-RACK
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Literature
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Article: Konstantin Birngruber, Stephan Falke Demand-tailored laser systems: Integrated multi-color laser solutions for quantum optics and biophotonics, Physik Journal Physics’ Best 2019
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German Article: Konstantin Birngruber, Stephan Falke Bedarfsoptimierte Lasersysteme - Integrierte Multi-Farben-Laserlösungen für Quantenoptik und Biophotonik, Physik Journal Best of 2018
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