JDSU L4-2486-004

COMMERCIAL LASERS
High-Power 2 W 830 nm Fiber-Coupled Diode Laser
2486-L4 Series
Key Features
• 2 W output power
• High reliability
• 60 µm aperture
• 0.22 NA
• Isolated electrical contacts
Applications
• Computer-to-plate printing
• Flexographic printing
• Illumination
The new high-brightness 2486-L4 series laser diodes offer up to 2 W from a 60-µm
fiber into 0.22 numerical aperture (NA)—ideal for thermal printing and other
applications that require high brightness and a long life. The dramatic increase in
output power, from the 60-micron fiber, also enables new technologies, such as
flexography, illumination, and several material processing applications.
The 2486-L4 series is available with customer-selectable fiber length and fiber
termination, including bare fiber, SMA, and ST connectors.
NORTH AMERICA : 800 498-JDSU (5378)
WORLDWIDE : +800 5378-JDSU
WEBSITE : www.jdsu.com
2486-L4 SERIES
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(Specifications in mm unless otherwise noted.)
Standard Tolerances
mm:
x.x = ±0.5
x.xx = ±0.25
Dimensions Diagram
11.8
2x 4.3
2X
A
2.5
2x
1
13
17
Strain relief boot
Metal case
B
7.5
31
10
8.5
(3.9 )
1.5
3.9
7.7
2.54
Pinout
Pin
Description
A
B
Laser cathode (-)
Laser anode (+)
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Specifications for L4-2486-003 and L4-2486-0051
Parameter
Laser Characteristics
CW output power, 0.14 NA
Mean wavelength2
Spectral width (90% integrated power)
Slope efficiency
Conversion efficiency
Threshold current
Operating current (BOL)
Forward voltage
Series resistance
Recommended case temperature
Wavelength tuning vs. temperature3
Wavelength tuning vs. output power
Fiber Characteristics
Fiber core diameter
Fiber numerical aperture
Fiber cladding
Fiber buffer
Fiber length
Symbol
Minimum
Typical
Maximum
Po
λp
Δλ
ηD
η
Ith
Iop
Vf
Rs
Tc
Δλ/ΔT
Δλ/ΔP
1.0 W
815 nm
20°C
-
830 nm
2 nm
0.95 W/A
44%
280 mA
1.4 A
1.6 V
0.07 Ω
25°C
0.3 nm/°C
1.6 nm/W
845 nm
7 nm
350 mA
2.0 A
2.0V
45°C
-
dc
NA
dcl
db
lf
0.20
0.3 m
60 µm
0.22
125 µm
250 µm
1m
0.24
2.5 m
Symbol
Minimum
Typical
Maximum
Po
Po
λp
Δλ
ηD
η
Ith
Iop
Vf
Rs
Tc
Δλ/ΔT
Δλ/ΔP
2.0 W
1.3 W
815 nm
20°C
-
830 nm
2 nm
1.0 W/A
50%
280 mA
2.3 A
1.7 V
0.07 Ω
25°C
0.3 nm/°C
1.6 nm/W
845 nm
7 nm
350 mA
2.7 A
2.0 V
45°C
-
dc
NA
dcl
db
lf
0.20
0.3 m
60 µm
0.22
125 µm
250 µm
1m
0.24
2.5 m
1. All performance data is measured at 25°C, beginning of life (BOL).
2. Weighted average "center of mass" spectral point at 25°C at PO
3. Change in Δλ mean with case temperature over Top
Specifications for L4-2486-004 and L4-2486-0061
Parameter
Laser Characteristics
CW output power, 0.22 NA
CW output power, 0.12 NA
Mean wavelength2
Spectral width (90% integrated power)
Slope efficiency
Conversion efficiency
Threshold current
Operating current (BOL)
Forward voltage
Series resistance
Recommended case temperature
Wavelength tuning vs. temperature3
Wavelength tuning vs. output power
Fiber Characteristics
Fiber core diameter
Fiber numerical aperture
Fiber cladding
Fiber buffer
Fiber length
1. All performance data is measured at 25°C, beginning of life (BOL).
2. Weighted average "center of mass" spectral point at 25°C at PO
3. Change in Δλ mean with case temperature over Top
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Absolute Maximum Ratings
Parameter
Symbol
Minimum
Typical
Maximum
Operating current
Reverse voltage
Case operating temperature1
Storage temperature2
Lead soldering temperature, 10 s max
Relative humidity, non-condensing, ambient < 45°C
Electrostatic discharge (ESD)3
Fiber bend radius (long term deployment)4
Fiber axial pull force, 15 s
Fiber side pull force, 15 s
Iop
Vrvs
Top
Tstg
Tls
RH
Vesd
15°C
-30°C
30 mm
-
-
3.0 A
2V
50°C
70°C
300°C
85%
500 V
5N
2.5 N
1. Non-condensing, maximum
2. Non-condensing, 2000 hours
3. C = 100 pF, R = 1.5 kΩ,, human body model, shown to be not damaging to its LI characteristics or its reliability, I-V curves may change in this ESD environment
4. Minimum bend radius of 30 mm is for long term mechanical fiber reliability
Configurations
Product Code
Wavelength Range
Connector1
Sheathing
Fiber NA
L4-2486-003
L4-2486-004
L4-2486-005
L4-2486-006
815 – 845 nm
815 – 845 nm
815 – 845 nm
815 – 845 nm
SMA905
ST953
ST953
SMA905
Loose-tube PVDF
Loose-tube PVDF
Loose-tube PVDF
Loose-tube PVDF
0.22
0.22
0.22
0.22
2486-L4 SERIES
Ordering Information
For more information on this or other products and their availability, please contact your local JDSU account manager or
JDSU directly at 1-800-498-JDSU (5378) in North America and +800-5378-JDSU worldwide, or via e-mail at
customer.service@jdsu.com.
Sample: L4-2486-003
User Safety
Safety and Operating Considerations
The laser light emitted from this diode laser is invisible and may be harmful to the human eye. Avoid looking directly into the
diode laser or into the collimated beam along its optical axis when the device is in operation.
CAUTION: THE USE OF OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS WITH THIS PRODUCT WILL INCREASE EYE HAZARD.
Operating the diode laser outside of its maximum ratings may cause device failure or a safety hazard. Power supplies used with
the component must be employed such that the maximum peak optical power cannot be exceeded. CW diode lasers may be
damaged by excessive drive current or switching transients. When power supplies are used, the diode laser should be connected
with the main power on and the output voltage at zero. The current should be increased slowly while the diode laser output
power and the drive current are monitored.
Device degradation accelerates with increased temperature, and therefore careful attention to minimizing the case temperature
is advised. For example, life expectancy will decrease by a factor of four if the case is operated at 50 °C rather than 25 °C.
A proper heatsink for the diode laser on a thermal radiator will greatly enhance laser life. Firmly mount the laser on a radiator
with a thermal impedance of less than 0.5 °C/W for increased reliability.
ESD PROTECTION—Electrostatic discharge is the primary cause of unexpected diode laser failure. Take extreme precaution
to prevent ESD. Use wrist straps, grounded work surfaces, and rigorous antistatic techniques when handling diode lasers.
Labeling
Because of the small size of these devices,
each of the labels shown is attached to
the individual shipping container. They
are illustrated here to comply with 21
CFR 1040.10 as applicable under the
Radiation Control for Health and Safety
Act of 1968.
Serial Number Identification Label
L4-ABC123
Serial:
L4-ABC123
Model:
L4-2486-003
JDSU
3 Hongmian Road
Futian Free Trade Zone
Shenzhen 518038
Made in: China
12/05/07
21 CFR 1040.10 Compliance
Output Power Danger Label
DANGER
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION*
AVOID EYE OR SKIN EXPOSURE TO
DIRECT OR SCATTERED RADIATION
GaAlAs Diode CW 10 W max.
CLASS IV LASER PRODUCT
*SEE MANUAL
NORTH AMERICA : 800 498-JDSU (5378)
3110
WORLDWIDE : +800 5378-JDSU
Product specifications and descriptions in this document subject to change without notice. © 2008 JDS Uniphase Corporation 30162568 000 1108
WEBSITE : www.jdsu.com
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November 2008