The Newport LPM1550-05E is a compact continuous-wave laser diode module delivering 5 mW of stable optical power at 1550 nm. This self-contained unit integrates the laser diode, drive electronics, and thermal management into a Ø12.7 × 50.8 mm housing, engineered for long-term reliability across telecommunications, sensing, and research applications.
Technical Specifications
• Wavelength: 1550 nm (±20 nm tolerance)
• Output Power: 5 mW
• Power Stability: <5% over 8 hours
• Noise: <0.5%
• Linewidth: 1 nm
• Beam Profile: Elliptical; 3.42 × 4.11 mm (1/e²)
• Beam Divergence: <1.5 × 0.7 mrad (full angle)
• Maximum Operating Current: 120 mA
• Operating Temperature: 0 to 40°C
– Key Features
• Narrow 1 nm linewidth supports high-resolution sensing and spectroscopic measurement
• Low noise output (<0.5%) enables signal-to-noise-critical applications
• Elliptical beam profile optimized for fiber coupling and directed optical systems
• Power supply operates from 3.5 to 5 VDC; external 5 VDC supply required
• Compact cylindrical form factor integrates into space-constrained optical benches
– Typical Applications
• Telecommunications and optical communication systems
• Fiber optic sensing and interferometry
• Spectroscopy and optical instrumentation
• Machine vision and marking systems
• Flow cytometry and tissue fluorescence
• Laboratory research requiring stable 1550 nm sources
– Compatibility & Integration
The LPM1550-05E operates with Newport's LPMS Series Power Supplies (sold separately), which provide CDRH compliance features including interlock input, key enable switch, delayed startup, and laser active indication. Compatible with Newport Laser Diode Drivers and Temperature Controllers for extended functionality and automated power management.
