The Photonetics 3612HE1560 ECL is an external cavity laser module delivering precise, stable tunable output across the C-band and L-band spectrum. Engineered for wavelength-critical applications, this module provides narrow linewidth emission with excellent power stability, enabling demanding measurements in optical component testing, fiber sensing, spectroscopy, and telecommunications research.
Technical Specifications
• Wavelength Range: 1520–1600 nm (standard); extended ranges to 1500–1620 nm and 1530–1600 nm available
• Output Power: 0 dBm standard; +6 dBm and +10 dBm options available; P6 option delivers approximately +11.6 dBm
• Wavelength Resolution: 0.01 nm typical
• Wavelength Tuning Range: 1.6 nm to 1.8 nm typical; extended tuning platforms support >70 nm ranges
• Linewidth: Narrow linewidth design; comparable ECL sources achieve 50 kHz typical
• Optical Power Stability: ±0.01 dB
• Wavelength Stability: ±0.005 nm/hour typical (±0.005 nm/24 hours typ.)
• Power Stability: ±0.01 dB/hour typical (±0.01 dB/24 hours typ.)
• Optical Output Connector: FC/APC with 2.0 mm narrow key
• Fiber Output: Single Mode (SM) and Polarization Maintaining (PM) options available
– Key Features
• Narrow emission linewidth for spectroscopic precision
• High optical power stability exceeding ±0.01 dB
• Polarization-maintaining fiber output option (Option M)
• 0.01 nm wavelength resolution
• Designed for 3610 RA 00 mainframe integration
– Typical Applications
• Optical component testing and characterization
• DWDM platform validation
• Fiber optic sensing systems
• Spectroscopy and metrology
• Telecommunications and optical research
• Laser communications
• Remote sensing
– Compatibility & Integration
The module integrates within the Photonetics 3610 RA 00 mainframe, supporting front-panel and remote control via GPIB or RS-232C interfaces. Compatible with OSICS platform architectures enabling mixed ECL and DFB laser configurations with full internal and external modulation capabilities.
