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THORLABS MCLS1-980-20 Quick Start Manual

THORLABS MCLS1-980-20 Quick Start Manual

4-channel fiber-coupled laser source
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Thorlabs.com - 4-Channel Fiber-Coupled Laser Source
Item # MCLS1-980-20 was discontinued on January 11, 2016. For informational purposes, this is a copy of
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4 Laser Output Channels with FC/PC Connectors
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TEC and Controller for Each Channel
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Stable, Low Noise Output
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33 Power/Wavelength Options Available
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O V E R V I E W
Features
4 Laser Output Channels with FC/PC Connectors
Independent Temperature Control Gives High Temperature Stability
Low Noise Output
USB Interface
Low-Profile Package, 2.5" (64 mm) Tall
25 Wavelengths Available (See Table Below for Details)
Thorlabs' 4-Channel, Fiber-Coupled, Customizable Laser Source provides easy
coupling and simple control of laser-diode-driven fiber optics. The laser source is
configured to accept a wide range of fiber-pigtailed laser diodes with discrete
wavelengths in the spectral range from 405 - 1550 nm, in any combination. The laser
source allows more than one channel to be turned on simultaneously; however, it is only possible to adjust the power output of one at a time from the front
panel.
Each laser diode is operated from an independent, high-precision, low-noise, constant-current source and temperature control unit. An intuitive LCD interface
allows the user to view and set the laser current and temperature independently for each laser. The display indicates the channel number selected, the output
wavelength of the source, the operating power calculated from the laser diode monitor diode, and the actual temperature the laser is set to.
This device incorporates a microcontroller to fully control the laser's optical power and temperature as well as to monitor the system for fault conditions. The
laser source includes a USB connection that allows remote enabling, power adjustment, and temperature adjustment. On the rear panel, analog inputs are
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MCLS1-980-20 - January 11, 2016
the website content at that time and is valid only for the stated product.
4 - C H A N N E L F I B E R - C O U P L E D L A S E R S O U R C E
MCLS1
Item #
Display Power Accuracy
Current Set Point Resolution
Temperature Adjust Range
Temperature Set Point Resolution
Noise
Rise/Fall Time
Support Documents
View of Back Panel
MCLS1
±10%
0.01 mA
20.00 to 30.00 °C
±0.01 °C
<0.5% Typical
(Source Dependent)
<5 µs

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  • Page 1 Thorlabs.com - 4-Channel Fiber-Coupled Laser Source MCLS1-980-20 - January 11, 2016 Item # MCLS1-980-20 was discontinued on January 11, 2016. For informational purposes, this is a copy of the website content at that time and is valid only for the stated product.
  • Page 2 Note: An MCLS1 unit must be purchased with at least one pigtail installed. If you leave a channel blank, the unit will be shipped without a laser in that channel. Thorlabs will fill the empty slot at a later date if you desire. Please contact Tech Support prior to sending your unit back to us.
  • Page 3 Thorlabs.com - 4-Channel Fiber-Coupled Laser Source 1310 nm 1290 - 1330 nm 1.5 mW 2 mW SMF-28e+ MCLS1-1310DFB 1550 nm 1520 - 1580 nm 1.5 mW 2 mW Fabry-Perot SMF-28e+ MCLS1-1550 1550 nm 1530 - 1570 nm 8.0 mW 10.0 mW...

  • Page 4: Viewing Information

    For in-depth operation instructions, please view the operating manual. A printed copy of this manual is included with each MCLS1 Laser Source. Viewing Information Front Panel Thorlabs' Multi-Channel Laser Source (MCLS) uses a single four quadrant LCD display to access the information for each output channel (see photo to the right for details). Rotate the control knob to the left of the display to scroll through the channels until the desired channel is selected.

  • Page 5: Making The Safety Interlock Connections

    Safe practices and proper usage of safety equipment should be taken into consideration when operating lasers. The eye is susceptible to injury, even from very low levels of laser light. Thorlabs offers a range of laser safety accessories that can be used to reduce the risk of accidents or injuries. Laser emission in the visible and near infrared spectral ranges has the greatest potential for retinal injury, as the cornea and lens are transparent to those wavelengths, and the lens can focus the laser energy onto the retina.
  • Page 6 Thorlabs.com - 4-Channel Fiber-Coupled Laser Source All beams should be terminated at the edge of the table, and laboratory doors should be closed whenever a laser is in use. Do not place laser beams at eye level. Carry out experiments on an optical table such that all laser beams travel horizontally.
  • Page 7 Thorlabs.com - 4-Channel Fiber-Coupled Laser Source MCLS1-1550-10 1550 nm, 8.0 mW (Min), Fabry-Perot Laser Pigtail for MCLS1 $857.00 Lead Time MCLS1-520 520 nm, 8.0 mW (Min), Fabry-Perot Laser Pigtail for MCLS1 $901.00 Lead Time MCLS1-660 660 nm, 15.0 mW (Min), Fabry-Perot Laser Pigtail for MCLS1 $346.00...

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