This document describes a pulsed laser diode in a plastic package, which features reliable strained InGaAs/GaAs material, high power large-optical-cavity structure, and a single emitting area. It is mainly used in range finding, security surveillance, illumination, ignition, testing, and measurement applications.
This document describes the Siemens SPL PLxx series of pulsed laser diodes housed in a low-cost plastic package. The device features a reliable strained InGaAs/GaAs material structure with a single emitting area measuring 200 um x 2 um.
Key specifications include a peak power of 10 W (Class 3 Laser Product) and an operating wavelength range from 850 nm to 904 nm. The datasheet details maximum ratings such as forward current up to 20 A, pulse width limits, and thermal resistance values.
| Peak Power | 10 W |
|---|---|
| Pulse Width (FWHM) Max | 100 ns |
| Operating Temperature Range | -20 to +85 °C |
| Thermal Resistance (RthJA) | 160 K/W |
The device is suitable for range finding, security and surveillance, illumination, ignition, and testing and measurement.
Standard types include 850 nm and 904 nm on request, with other wavelengths between 780 nm and 980 nm also available.
The maximum rated forward current (I_F) is 20 A.