The Photonetics 3642 CR 00 TLS is a tunable laser source delivering precision wavelength control across the near-infrared spectrum. Built on the proven Yenista/Anritsu TUNICS-PR/TUNICS-PRI platform, it provides mode-hop-free operation with active wavelength stabilization and repeatability to ±0.005 nm. The instrument features FC/APC single-mode fiber output and supports continuous wavelength sweeping at adjustable rates from 1 to 100 nm/s, making it ideal for component characterization, DWDM system simulation, and optical metrology.
Technical Specifications
• Wavelength Range: 1200–1600 nm (platform range); specific variants available from 1270–1340 nm through 1560–1600 nm; TUNICS-Plus series extends to 150 nm tuning spans across 1240–1640 nm
• Optical Output Power: Up to 9.3 dBm; TUNICS-Plus models reach +8 to +10 dBm
• Tuning Repeatability: ±0.005 nm (typical)
• Wavelength Setting Resolution: 0.001 nm
• Absolute Wavelength Accuracy: ±0.04 nm
• Wavelength Stability: 5 pm/h (3 pm/h typical, 5 pm/24 h typical)
• Fine Tuning Range: ±2 GHz optical frequency
• Tuning Speed: 1 s for 100 nm scan; adjustable scan speed 1–100 nm/s
• Power Flatness During Scan: ±0.25 dB (typical)
• Spontaneous Emission: >40 to >50 dB (0.1 nm bandwidth at ±1 nm from signal)
• Noise Spectral Density: -145 dB/Hz (typical)
• Optical Interface: FC/APC
• Fiber Type: Single Mode
• Power Input: 110 VAC
• Weight: 12.5 kg
• Form Factor: Benchtop
– Key Features
• Mode-hop-free operation with proprietary active control for accurate wavelength sweeps
• Continuous sweeping mode for uninterrupted measurements at constant rate
• Remote wavelength adjustment via compatible wavelength meter (RS 232-C control)
• Warm-up time: 30 minutes minimum (specifications guaranteed post-warm-up and self-calibration)
• Operation at constant ambient temperature
• IEC 60825-1 and FDA (21CFR) compliant
– Remote Control & Integration
• GPIB and RS 232-C interfaces for instrument automation and remote operation
• Compatible with external wavelength meters for feedback-controlled tuning
