Ams has announced Metal Can PLT5 522FA_P-M12, the first commercially available semiconductor laser emitter capable of producing a specific 514nm wavelength output for life science research and diagnostics,Compared with the traditional argon ion laser, the new semiconductor laser PLT5 522FA_P-M12 has smaller size, lower cost and longer service life
PLT5 522FA_P-M12 514nm (±1nm) standard laser can replace the traditional peak wavelength of 514.5nm argon ion laser in scientific and measurement equipment applications. The PLT5 522FA_P-M12 semiconductor laser is more economical than argon ion lasers, smaller in size, longer in operating life, and does not require a cumbersome water-cooling mechanism. A single mode laser weighs only a few grams, while the cooling and power supply for conventional argon ion lasers typically weigh several kilograms.
In the past, the production of 514nm semiconductor lasers has been limited by extensive selection and customization (to meet the wavelength requirements). This 514nm laser will enable customers to generate a narrow bandwidth using a VBG or external cavity design, further reducing the bandwidth to < 0.1nm for applications such as Raman spectroscopy and holography.
The PLT5 522FA_P has an optical power output of 50mw at 514nm ±1nm (Bin M12) wavelength. It is compatible with fluorescents in the 514nm range and with various third-party lenses, making the laser suitable for a wide range of life science applications, including: Flow cytometry, confocal microscopy and spectroscopy, material identification and analysis, diagnosis, DNA sequencing and forensic analysis
The PLT5 522FA_P-M12 laser is a standard component manufactured by EmJS OSram and is available through licensed distribution channels. "This is a sustainable, high-performance laser that can replace bulky, expensive argon-ion lasers in the scientific equipment market without loss of optical accuracy or performance." "The 514nm version of the PLT5 522FA_P laser family delivers performance with high accuracy within operating parameters, reducing costs and saving space for customers while enjoying longer service life," said Thomas Brandes, Senior Product Marketing Manager at Emais Osram.
