ThorLabs ASE-FL7002-C4 High-Stability Broadband Multichannel ASE Source
The ThorLabs ASE-FL7002-C4 is a high-stability broadband multi-channel amplified spontaneous emission (ASE) source. This source provides stable, high-power output across a broad spectrum, making it suitable for various applications, including optical component testing, optical coherence tomography (OCT), and sensor systems.
- Model
- ThorLabs ASE-FL7002-C4
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $3,379
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- ASE-FL7002-C4
This unit
The ThorLabs ASE-FL7002-C4 is a high-stability broadband amplified spontaneous emission (ASE) source engineered for precision optical testing, measurement, and sensor validation. It delivers four independent channels of low-noise, spectrally rich output across the C and L bands via a single Er-doped fluoride fiber pumped by a laser diode. Exceptional power stability and minimal intensity noise make it ideal for optical coherence tomography systems and optical component characterization requiring demanding performance margins.
Technical Specifications
Optical Output- Wavelength range: 1530 nm to 1610 nm
- Bandwidth: >60 nm
- Number of outputs: 4 channels
- Output fiber: Single Mode (SMF28), FC/PC connectors
- Total output power: >13 dBm (20 mW)
- Individual channel power (typical): 7.2–7.8 dBm per channel
- Spectrum density (typical): >−18 dBm/nm @ 1530 nm and 1610 nm; >−11 dBm/nm @ 1540–1600 nm Performance
- Power stability: ±0.001 dB typical over 15 minutes; ±0.005 dB maximum over 15 minutes
- Intensity noise: Low
- Wavelength stability: Exceptional Electrical & Physical
- Input power: 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
- Dimensions: 43.2 cm (W) × 8.9 cm (H) × 40.6 cm (D)
- Weight: 6.8 kg
- Cooling: Air-cooled
Key Features
- Four independent single-mode outputs with matched spectral coverage
- Flat broadband spectrum spanning 80 nm across telecom bands
- Sub-millidecibel power stability over 15-minute intervals
- Compact benchtop form factor with standard mains power
Typical Applications
- Optical coherence tomography (OCT) system development and validation
- Broadband component testing and wavelength-dependent characterization
- Sensor network prototyping and multipoint optical measurement systems
- Calibration and reference standards for spectral measurement instruments
Compatibility & Integration Single-mode SMF28 fiber with FC/PC connectors enables direct integration into standard fiber-optic benches and automated test systems. Air-cooled operation requires no additional chilled water or cryogenic infrastructure.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Range (dBm) | >13 dBm total output |
| spectrum density >−18 to >−11 dBm/nm | Voltage / Current Range | 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz | Wavelength Range: 1530 nm to 1610 nm |
ThorLabs ASE-FL7002-C4 — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the ThorLabs ASE-FL7002-C4. Calibration covers output power at specified wavelengths, wavelength accuracy, 15-minute output stability, and modulation frequency accuracy where applicable. All calibrations ship with a NIST-traceable certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
Common ThorLabs ASE-FL7002-C4 faults: laser diode end-of-life (output below spec), fiber output connector damage, output instability. Common repairs include laser diode replacement when output falls below spec, fiber output connector repair, and thermal management service.
ThorLabs ASE-FL7002-C4 price
This ThorLabs ASE-FL7002-C4 is listed at $3,379. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
ThorLabs ASE-FL7002-C4 calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the ThorLabs ASE-FL7002-C4 is $450 (standard — pass/fail certificate and calibration sticker) or $650 (full measured data at every test point, reference standards documented, traceability chain included). Calibration for this instrument covers output power at specified wavelengths, wavelength accuracy, 15-minute output stability, and modulation frequency accuracy where applicable. Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
