Santec TSL-550 Tunable Laser
The Santec TSL-550 is a widely tunable laser that provides wideband tunability, high output power, and high wavelength accuracy. It is suitable for optical component characterization, optical fiber communication, and spectroscopy.
- Model
- Santec TSL-550
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $7,400
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- TSL-550
This unit
The Santec TSL-550 is a widely tunable laser source engineered for precision optical testing, component characterization, and fiber optic communication system validation. It delivers high output power across a broad wavelength range with exceptional spectral purity, enabled by an innovative cavity design that minimizes ASE noise. The instrument supports mod-hop-free tuning with fine-tuning and coherence control capabilities, along with dual-mode power management (auto feedback and manual control via internal power meter).
Two configuration options are available: Type A with ±15 pm wavelength accuracy and 400 kHz linewidth, and Type C offering enhanced absolute accuracy of ±3 pm with 200 kHz linewidth. Both versions feature integrated wavelength metering, GPIB and USB interfaces, and SCPI command compatibility for automated measurement integration in production and laboratory environments. The TSL-550 enables WDL and PDL measurements when paired with Santec's MPM-210H power meter and supporting software.
Technical Specifications
- Wavelength Tuning Range: 1260 nm to 1680 nm (O-Band, ES-Band, SCL-Band, CL-Band, U-Band options available; excludes water absorption lines)
- Output Power (Peak, typical): ≥ +13 dBm
- Output Power (Full Tuning Range, typical): ≥ +10 dBm
- Signal-to-Source Spontaneous Emission Ratio (SSER): ≥ 90 dB/0.1 nm
- Linewidth (Type A): 400 kHz
- Linewidth (Type C): 200 kHz
- Wavelength Accuracy (Type A): ±15 pm
- Wavelength Accuracy (Type C): ±3 pm
- Power Control: Auto mode (with internal power meter feedback) and Manual mode
Key Features
- Minimized ASE noise through optimized cavity design
- Mod-hop-free tuning with fine-tuning control
- Coherence control functionality for precision measurements
- Internal wavelength meter with type-dependent accuracy
- GPIB and USB connectivity with SCPI command support
Typical Applications
- Optical component characterization and testing
- Wavelength Dependent Loss (WDL) and Polarization Dependent Loss (PDL) measurements
- Fiber optic communication system validation
- Photonic material analysis
- Production inspection with enhanced scan repetition rates
Compatibility & Integration Pairs with Santec MPM-210H power meter and dedicated measurement software for comprehensive loss analysis across the full tuning range.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Range (dBm) | ≥ +10 dBm to ≥ +13 dBm | Wavelength Range: 1260 nm to 1680 nm |
Santec TSL-550 — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Santec TSL-550. Calibration covers wavelength accuracy at 5 or more points across the full tuning range, mode-hop-free range, output power flatness, linewidth, and side-mode suppression ratio (SMSR). All calibrations ship with a NIST-traceable certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
Common Santec TSL-550 faults: output power drift, mode hops, fiber pigtail connector damage, wavelength inaccuracy. Common faults include output power drift after extended use, mode hops at specific wavelengths, and fiber pigtail connector damage. Full alignment and piezo calibration typically restore performance to spec.
Santec TSL-550 price
This Santec TSL-550 is listed at $7,400. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Santec TSL-550 calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Santec TSL-550 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 wavelength accuracy at 5 or more points across the full tuning range, mode-hop-free range, output power flatness, linewidth, and side-mode suppression ratio (SMSR). Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
