Technical Notes

Technical notes

Recommendations for Integration and Operation of nanoplus DFB Lasers

Our Technical Notes provide practical guidance for selecting, operating, and understanding nanoplus lasers. Each topic is designed to support users in their daily work - from choosing the right wavelength to optimizing long-term system reliability.

Explore the three focus areas below.

Wavelength Selection

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Select the right emission wavelength by considering the target gas absorption spectra, sensor geometry, and environmental factors such as pressure and temperature.

Use specialized tools to guide your selection:

HITRAN Database – determine absorption lines for various gases
SpectraPlot – analyze absorption characteristics in detail
Spectral Range Manager (SRM) – select the optimal line for your application

Wavelength Selection

Literature

Applications by Gas

Laser Operation

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Ensure stable, safe, and efficient laser performance.
Learn best practices for system integration, including:

Proper ESD protection to avoid device damage
Effective thermal management for stable wavelength and output power

ESD Protection

Thermal Management

Technology Overview

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These notes provide a brief introduction to our DFB laser technology and performance validation methods

The nanoplus DFB laser architecture and single-mode emission principles
Basics of Tunable Diode Laser Absorption Spectroscopy (TDLAS), including wavelength tuning behavior and detection techniques
Qualification procedures for long-term stability and reliability in harsh environments

DFB Laser Concept

Laser Detection Introduction

TDLAS

Reliability Qualification Programs