THORLABS SLS202L User Manual
THORLABS SLS202L User Manual

THORLABS SLS202L User Manual

Stabilized tungsten light sources

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SLS201L(/M)
SLS202L(/M)
Stabilized Tungsten
Light Sources
User Guide

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Safety
General Safety Warnings
Safety precautions including explosive environments, wet conditions, beam hazards, and hot surfaces.
Product Overview
Planck's Law and Black Body Radiation
Explains Planck's Law and black body radiation, showing spectral distribution at different temperatures.
Tungsten Light Source
Describes SLS201L (QTH) and SLS202L as tungsten filament light sources, explaining their construction.
Spectrum
Details the output spectra and color temperatures of SLS201L and SLS202L, with spectral power density plots.
Optical Configuration
Explains the optical path including the bulb, collimating lens, focusing lens, and fiber coupler.
Optional Collimator
Describes the optional collimator accessory, its function, and how it improves beam collimation.
Output Stabilization
Explains the internal feedback loop mechanism ensuring constant intensity and low noise output.
Operation
Part List
Lists the items included in the package for the light source.
Setting Up on a Working Surface
Explains how to place the light source on a flat surface or mount it using threaded holes.
Switching on the Light Source
Provides step-by-step instructions for connecting power and turning on the light source.
Filter Holder
Describes the removable filter holder and how to mount optics using its internal thread.
Front Fiber Coupler
Details the fiber coupler with SMA connector and its quick release mechanism for switching coupling modes.
Adjusting Fiber Coupler Position
Explains how to adjust the fiber adapter's position for optimum output power.
Collimating Accessory (Optional)
Mentions optional collimators for SLS201L/SLS202L available on the Thorlabs website.
Application Ideas
Illustrates integration with 30 mm cage systems and SM1 lens tubes using front panel threaded holes.
Bulb Module Replacement
Provides safety precautions and steps for replacing the bulb module.

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