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Product Data Sheet

Slow Axis Collimators
Overview
PowerPhotonic’s range of slow axis collimator (SAC)
optics are used to reduce the slow axis divergence of
diode lasers. They consist of a monolithic array of
cylindrical lenses to simplify system alignment, and are
available in a range of standard focal lengths and pitch
combinations.

Slow Axis Collimators

PowerPhotonic’s SACs are manufactured using the
company’s patent pending laser micro-machining
process, which provides unparalleled performance and
flexibility. The optical surface is ultra-smooth, resulting
in very low scatter and crosstalk.
As well as offering compatibility with many different
laser bars and stacks, using our unique laser micromachining process means that additional functionality
can easily be added to the SAC at minimal cost as part
of our customization program.
Customization options can include correction for bar
smile or custom pitch, focal length and conic constant.

Key Features

Target Applications

UV-fused silica
Monolithic design
Efficient collimation
Transmission >99%
Long term mechanical stability
Customization options

Benefits

High power laser diode bars and stacks
Solid-state laser pumping
Wavelength-locked systems
Fiber-coupled direct diode
Free-space direct diode

How it is Used

Compatible with off-the-shelf FACs
Suitable for laser diode stack assembly
Flexible part size
System performance optimization with additional
customization options
Low scatter

October 21, 2013. Data subject to change without notice. Copyright 2013, PowerPhotonic Ltd., 2013. All rights reservedwww.powerphotonic.com