ThorLabs YDFA100S Ytterbium-Doped Fiber Amplifier, Single Mode
The Thorlabs YDFA100S is a single-mode, Ytterbium-Doped Fiber Amplifier designed to amplify optical signals in the 1 μm wavelength range. It provides high gain and output power for various applications. Ideal for boosting signal strength in optical communication systems, laser amplification, and scientific research.
- Model
- ThorLabs YDFA100S
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $5,930
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- YDFA100S
This unit
The Thorlabs YDFA100S is a single-mode ytterbium-doped fiber amplifier engineered for signal amplification across the 1 µm wavelength band. This turnkey benchtop instrument delivers >22 dB small signal gain with a noise figure below 8 dB, making it suitable for preamplifier and booster configurations in ultrafast and continuous-wave applications. The amplifier operates in constant current mode and includes built-in input and output isolators for system protection.
Dual control interfaces - front panel and USB - enable both manual operation and automated system integration. The compact package weighs 4.09 kg and connects via FC/APC connectors with standard single-mode fiber (HI1060).
Technical Specifications
- Operating Wavelength Range: 1025–1075 nm
- Small Signal Gain: >22 dB @ −20 dBm input power
- Saturated Output Power: >19 dBm @ 3 dBm input power
- Typical Output Power: 20 dBm
- Noise Figure: <8 dB @ −20 dBm input power
- Polarization-Dependent Gain: <0.3 dB
- Output Connectors: FC/APC (2.0 mm narrow key)
- Fiber Type: Standard single-mode (HI1060)
- Operational Mode: Constant current
- Low dispersion design optimized for ultrafast pulse applications
Key Features
- Built-in input and output isolators
- Polarization-independent operation
- Compact benchtop form factor
- USB interface for automated control and monitoring
- One-year standard warranty
Typical Applications
- Telecommunications and optical communication systems
- Laser physics and ultrafast pulse amplification
- Optical sensing systems
- Preamplifier and booster stages in scientific research
- Automated manufacturing environments
Compatibility & Integration The YDFA100S integrates with standard fiber optic systems using FC/APC connectors and HI1060 single-mode fiber. USB connectivity enables seamless integration into automated test and measurement setups.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Range (dBm) | −20 dBm to +20 dBm (input to output power) | Wavelength Range: 1025–1075 nm |
ThorLabs YDFA100S — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the ThorLabs YDFA100S. Calibration covers gain at rated input power across the specified wavelength range, noise figure at rated gain setting, output power accuracy, gain flatness across the C-band or specified wavelength range, and polarization-dependent gain (PDG) where applicable. All calibrations ship with a NIST-traceable certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
Common ThorLabs YDFA100S faults: pump laser diode degradation (gain drop, reduced output power), TEC failure causing thermal drift, optical isolator degradation, power supply failure. The most common failure on any EDFA is pump laser diode degradation. Secondary faults include TEC failure causing thermal runaway, optical isolator degradation, and power supply failure.
ThorLabs YDFA100S price
This ThorLabs YDFA100S is listed at $5,930. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
ThorLabs YDFA100S calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the ThorLabs YDFA100S 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 gain at rated input power across the specified wavelength range, noise figure at rated gain setting, output power accuracy, gain flatness across the C-band or specified wavelength range, and polarization-dependent gain (PDG) where applicable. Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
