The Photonetics 3642 HE SC TLS is a precision tunable laser source engineered for demanding optical testing and measurement applications. It delivers stable, accurate laser output across a wide spectral range with active mode-hop-free control, making it suitable for telecommunications, fiber optics research, and component characterization. The TUNICS-Plus series design ensures broad spectral coverage, high output power, and repeatable wavelength tuning for exacting spectral analysis and optical system validation.
Technical Specifications
• Wavelength Range: 1480–1580 nm (model variant dependent; other configurations available from 1260 nm to 1640 nm)
• Output Power: Up to +10 dBm (model dependent); 0 dBm at 1500/1570 nm
• Tuning Repeatability: ±0.005 nm
• Wavelength Accuracy: ±0.04 nm after self-calibration
• Resolution: 1 pm
• Scan Speed: 1–100 nm/s (adjustable)
• Power Flatness: ±0.25 dB during scan
• Optical Connector: FC/APC
– Key Features
• Active control ensures mode-hop-free operation across entire tuning range
• Fine 1 pm spectral resolution for precise component characterization
• Tuning repeatability of ±0.005 nm enables consistent wavelength sweeping
• Adjustable scan speed from 1 to 100 nm/s supports both fast mapping and slow analysis
• Internal wavelength referencing system with active calibration maintains accuracy
– Typical Applications
• Optical component testing and characterization
• Telecommunications system validation
• Fiber optics research and development
• Wavelength-dependent optical measurements
• Spectral analysis requiring high repeatability
– Compatibility & Integration
• Remote Control: RS-232 and GPIB interfaces for external control and automation
• Wavelength Meter Compatible: Supports RS-232 remote control with active wavelength adjustment capability
• Benchtop Form Factor: Suitable for laboratory and test environments
• Legacy Integration: Previously integrated into JDS component testing systems (models SWS15101, SWS16101, SWS17101)
• Calibration Services: NIST traceable calibration available with certificates provided
