Top Wavelength: 4524 nm & 4534 nm DFB Laser
DFB interband cascade lasers at 4524 nm and 4534 nm are used for nitrogen oxide detection.
Please have a look at the key features, specifications and applications.

Key features of nanoplus distributed feedback interband cascade lasers
- monomode
- continuous wave
- room temperature
- low power consumption
- tunable
- custom wavelengths
Why choose nanoplus distributed feedback interband cascade lasers
- stable longitudinal and transversal single mode emission
- precise selection of target wavelength
- narrow laser line width
- mode-hop-free wavelength tunability
- fast wavelength tuning
- typically > 5 mW output power
- small size
- easy usability
- high efficiency
- long-term stability
For more than 20 years nanoplus has been the technology leader for lasers in gas sensing. We produce lasers at large scale at our own fabrication sites in Gerbrunn and Meiningen. nanoplus cooperates with the leading system integrators in the TDLAS based analyzer industry. More than 30,000 installations worldwide prove the reliability of nanoplus lasers.
Quick description of nanoplus distributed feedback laser technology
nanoplus uses a unique and patented technology for DFB laser manufacturing. We apply a lateral metal grating along the ridge waveguide, which is independent of the material system. Read more about our patented distributed feedback technology.
Related information for nanoplus DFB standard laser diodes at 4524 nm & 4534 nm
Specifications
Mountings & Accessories
Applications
Papers & Links
The following table summarizes the typical DFB laser specifications at 4524 nm & 4534 nm.
parameters | symbol | unit | minimum | typical | maximum |
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operating wavelength (at Top, Iop) | λop | nm | 4524 / 4534 | ||
optical output power (at λop) | Pop | mW | 8 | ||
operating current | Iop | mA | 120 | ||
operating voltage | Vop | V | 5 | ||
threshold current | Ith | mA | 20 | 30 | 40 |
side mode suppression ratio | SMSR | dB | > 35 | ||
current tuning coefficient | CI | nm / mA | 0.12 | ||
temperature tuning coefficient | CT | nm / K | 0.45 | ||
operating chip temperature | Top | °C | +15 | +20 | +40 |
operating case temperature* | TC | °C | -20 | +25 | +55 |
storage temperature* | TS | °C | -30 | +20 | +70 |
* non-condensing
nanoplus distributed feedback lasers show outstanding spectral, tuning and electrical properties. They are demonstrated in figures 1 - 3. Click on the graphics to enlarge.
If you are uncertain whether you require a distributed feedback laser, compare the specifications with our Fabry-Pérot lasers or contact us.
Free space mounting
nanoplus developed a specific free space package for interband cascade lasers. The TO66 header disposes of an extra large thermo-electric cooler. It is hermetically sealed with a black cap and anti reflection coated window. Please click on the mounting for detailed specifications and dimensions.
OEM mounting
Accessories
The nanoplus TO66 heatsink facilitates your laser set up by:
- improved heat distribution
- connectors for laser diode driver
- connectors for temperature controller
- M6 thread for optical posts
- easy use with standard cage systems
Please find below a number of application samples.
Emission control of flue gases: NOx
NOx is produced during fuel combustion at power plants and other industrial facilities. When it reacts with SO2 it causes acid rain. For this reason NOx and SO2 emissions are restricted and need to be monitored. [67]
Please find below a selection of related papers from our literature list.
Let us know if you published a paper with our lasers. We will be happy to include it in our literature list.
#9 DFB Lasers Between 760 nm and 16 µm for Sensing Applications;
W. Zeller, L. Naehle, P. Fuchs, F. Gerschuetz, L. Hildebrandt, J. Koeth, Sensors 2010, 10, pp. 2492-2510.
#11 Quantum cascade laser linewidth investigations for high resolution photoacoustic spectroscopy;
M. Germer, M. Wolff, Appl. Opt. 48, 4, 2009, pp. B80-B86.
#18 Monomode Interband Cascade Lasers at 5.2 µm for Nitric Oxide Sensing;
M. von Edlinger, J. Scheuermann, R. Weih, C. Zimmermann, L. Naehle, M. Fischer, J. Koeth, IEEE Phot. Tech. Lett., 26, 5, 2014, pp. 480-482.
#31 QCL based NO Detection;
M. Wolff, J. Koeth, L. Hildebrandt, P. Fuchs; 16th International Conference on Photoacoustic and Photothermal Phenomena.
#49 Spectroscopic monitoring of NO traces in plants and human breath: applications and perspectives;
S. M. Cristescu, D. Marchenko, J. Mandon, K. Hebelstrup, G. W. Griffith, L. A. J. Mur, F. J. M. Harren, Appl. Phys. B, 109, 3, Nov. 2012, pp. 203-211.
#50 Mid-IR difference frequency laser-based sensors for ambient CH4, CO, and N2O monitoring;
J. J. Scherer, J. B. Paul, H. J. Jost, Marc L. Fischer, Appl. Phys. B, 109, 3, Nov. 2012, pp. 271-277.
#63 Breath Analysis Using Laser Spectroscopic Techniques: Breath Biomarkers, Spectral Fingerprints, and Detection Limits;
C. Wang and P. Sahay, Sensors 2009, 9, 8230-8262.
#64 Interband Cascade Lasers - Topical Review;
I. Vurgaftman, R. Weih, M. Kamp, C.L. Canedy, C.S. Kim, M. Kim, W.W. Bewley, C.D. Merritt, J. Abell, S. Hoefling, Phys. D: Appl. Phys. 48, 2015, pp. 123001-12017.
#118 The driver design for N2O gas detection system based on tunable interband cascade laser;
L. Liao, J. Zhang, D. Dong, E3S Web Conf., Vol. 78, 2019, 03002.
#132 Unveiling quantum-limited operation of interband cascade lasers;
S. Borri , M. Siciliani de Cumis , S. Viciani , F. D’Amato, P. De Natale, APL Phot., Vol. 5, Iss. 3, 036101, 2020.