Santec TSL80 Tunable Laser

The Santec TSL-80 is a tunable semiconductor laser source designed for optical component and system testing. It delivers output power exceeding 10 mW across selectable wavelength ranges with high accuracy and stability in both wavelength and power output. The instrument provides precise characterization of optical fibers, transceivers, and photonic devices in laboratory and production environments.

Technical Specifications

• Product Type: Tunable Semiconductor Laser Source


• Output Power: >10 mW


• Wavelength Range: 1300 nm / 1550 nm (TSL-80 155 model)


• Wavelength Accuracy: High accuracy and stability


• Power Stability: High accuracy and stability


• Laser Classification: Class 1M per IEC 60825-1


• Remote Interface: GPIB (General Purpose Interface Bus)

Key Features

• Compact form factor optimized for space-constrained laboratory and production settings


• Output power exceeding 10 mW across operating wavelengths


• High wavelength and power accuracy with stability suited to demanding characterization work


• GPIB remote interface for automated test integration


• Straightforward operation facilitating efficient workflow

Typical Applications

• Optical fiber characterization


• Optical transceiver testing


• Photonic device characterization

Compatibility & Integration The GPIB interface enables integration with standard test and measurement systems supporting this communication protocol, allowing remote control and incorporation into automated measurement setups.