The Vortex Plus Precision Series Single Mode Finely-Tuned Laser is the latest addition to our precision tunable lasers. The Vortex Plus provides higher power than ever, combined with the same stability, mode-hop-free tuning range, and narrow linewidth as the Vortex II. In addition, the Vortex Plus includes an SMA port for direct to diode high speed current modulation. When ordering, please specify the exact center wavelength (to 10 pm) in vacuum. Part number includes complete laser system and the TLB-6800-LN Tunable Laser Controller. Heads and controllers can also be sold separately.

Vortex

The TLB-6800-LN low noise controller allows you to easily fine tune and adjust the output power or bias current with the press of a button or via the USB/RS-232 interface with the click of a mouse. There is no need for an external function generator to drive the piezo of your tunable laser with the built in function generator. The TLB-6800-LN controller has easy to access front panel controls with an included output to synchronize with other devices.

Star-FlexStar-Flex Actuation

The Vortex Plus is New Focus\' most stable laser and uses the same Star-Flex actuation that was introduced in the popular Vortex II laser. Star-Flex is a motion actuation design like no other. Thermal and finite element analyses led us to the Star-Flex design that provides stiff, reproducible rotational motion without any translation. Further reduction in jitter is accomplished with the patent-pending technique of magnetic damping providing minimal frequency jitter and drift.