G H DAF48hhlJ98 Acousto-Optics Installation Guide
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G H DAF48hhlJ98 Acousto-Optics Installation Guide
G&H: A PHOTONICS SPECIALIST
G&H solves complex challenges for our customers by developing innovative
phonics solutions that enhance performance, reliability, and efficiency.
We are an award-winning name in the phonics industry with global reach and an
established heritage dating back 75 years.
Emerging applications increasingly employ phonics as the enabler. Our
customers require specialized, reliable and high performance solutions. G&H
pushes the boundaries in these key areas and provides differentiating product
solutions. We maintain close and long-lasting relationships with our
customers.
G&H is a phonics technology business headquartered in Leominster Somerset, UK
with operations in the USA and Europe.
BROAD GLOBAL EXPERTISE
Manufacturing Locations
AO: Acousto-optics
EO: Electro-optics
FO: Fiber optics
PO+S : Precision optics and systems
MD: Medical devices
HQ: Headquarters
OSIH: Optical Systems Innovation Hub
CM : Contract manufacturing Sales offices
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Ilminster, UK
49,679 ft²
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Fremont, USA
40,000 ft²
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Keene, USA
12,800 ft²
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Cleveland, USA
80,000 ft²
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Rochester, USA
43,226 ft²
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Moorpark, USA
50,000 ft²
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Plymouth, UK
22,000 ft²
2,043 m² -
Torquay, UK
41,000 ft²
3,850 m² -
St. Asaph, UK
9,149 ft²
850 m² -
Ashford, UK
30,000 ft²
2,787 m²
G&H employs over 1,000 skilled employees across 10 manufacturing and design facilities. We also have 3 sales offices and a contract manufacturing partner in Thailand.
MANUFACTURING CAPABILITIES
G &H ACOUSTO-OPTICS
Since 1979, G&H has established itself as a front runner in the design and
manufacturing of acoustic-optic devices, driven by a team of exceptional minds
and cutting-edge technologies.
Notably, we excel in crystal production, cultivating some materials like Treo
in-house and procuring others based on specific material and device
requirements. Our extensive in-house coating capability ensures that our
acoustic-optic devices boast superior quality and unmatched reliability.
G&H takes pride in catering to diverse customer needs, offering customized
devices designed to precise specifications. This dedication to tailored
solutions has earned us a reputation for excellence and premier service. With
a proven track record of high reliability and consistently superior quality
products, G&H has established itself as one of the largest suppliers of
acoustical devices, further bolstering their prominence in the industry.
DEFLECTORS
Acousto-optic deflectors (AODF) offer precise angular control of an optical beam using RF drive frequency tuning. Up to two thousand spots can be resolved over an angular range of a few degrees for 1D and 2D scanning as well as beam deflection through a fixed angle. The scan speed can be as fast as a few microseconds.
Uniform diffraction efficiency
G&H deflectors offer highly uniform diffraction efficiency across the full
scan angle, with consistent power throughput for scanning applications such as
material processing and digital imaging. We manufacture devices based on
tellurium dioxide (TeO2) crystals grown in-house for visible and near-infrared
(NIR) wavelength applications. For optimal transmission in the ultraviolet
(UV) we offer fused silica and crystal quartz products. For broad bandwidth
applications, we use a longitudinal mode approach with a phased array of
piezoelectric elements within the transducer. We achieve high efficiency with
slow shear deflection using parallel tangents off-axis interaction.
Wavelength| Scan angle (mrad)| Active aperture| Operating
frequency| Optical material| Acoustic velocity| Polarization
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AODF 4170| 355nm| 4.9| 7mm| 130-210MHz Crystallinequartz| 5.74mm/µs|
Linear
AODF 4100-UV| 364nm| 29.5| 4x14mm| 75-125MHz| TeO₂| 0.617mm/µs| Elliptical
AODF 4090-7| 400-530nm| 44| 8.5mm| 60-115MHz| TeO₂| 0.656mm/µs| Linear
AODF 4200-VI| 405-488nm| 58| 4.8mm| 150-250MHz| TeO₂| 0.710mm/µs| Linear
AODF 3085| 633-1064nm| 35.9| 15mm| 65-105MHz| TeO₂| 0.705mm/µs| Linear
AODF 4055-4| 780-980nm| 44.3| 3.5x14mm| 35-70MHz| TeO₂| 0.656mm/µs| Linear
AODF 4090-6| 1064nm| 56| 2mm| 72.5-107.5MHz| TeO₂| 0.656mm/µs| Linear
AODF 4075-IR| 1065-1100nm| 8.1| 2.5mm| 59-91MHz| TeO₂| 4.20mm/µs|
Linear(random)
AODF 4070| 9.4µm| 60| 9mm| 50-90MHz| Ge| 5.50mm/µs| Linear
APPLICATIONS
- Digital imaging
- Heterodoxy interferon
- Laser cooling & marking
- Material processing
- Semiconductor manufacturing
- Microscopy
- Photo lithography
2D UV BEAM SCANNING
Our flexible functionality 6000 series RF drivers with phase synchronized
outputs offer the optimum in RF driver control for 2D scanning. Our deflectors
offer highly accurate, repeatable positioning as well as rapid, agile, random
access control for higher throughput.
CUSTOM OR MULTI-CHANNEL
Contact us to discuss customized deflection solutions or multi-channel
deflectors with high speed performance for your volume OEM applications.
FREQUENCY SIFTERS
Like other acoustic-optic devices, an acoustic-optic frequency sifter (AOFS) Doppler-shifts the frequency of input light by an amount equal to the RF drive frequency, but is optimized specifically for this purpose. Typically our frequency sifters will use the an isotropic interaction of the slow shear mode in tellurium dioxide (TeO₂). Applications such as interference-based optical techniques require a high extinction ratio between the diffracted and diffracted beam. G&H OAFS devices achieve this by using a high-quality optical finish to minimize optical scatter.
We offer standard products with frequency shifts of 40-350 MHz, many of which can be operated in double-pass configurations to double the induced frequency shift. In addition we can design for custom frequency shifts where required. Frequency shifters are fabricated using high quality TeO₂, grown and polished in-house, for lowest insertion loss and excellent power handling. Other acousto-optic materials are available.
| Wavelength (nm)| Operating frequency (MHz)| Active aperture
(mm)| Integrated driver| Optical material
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AOMO 3080-125| 440-850| 80| 2| No| TeO₂
AOMO 3100-125| 440-850| 100| 1.5| No| TeO₂
AOMO 3200-1214| 440-850| 200| 1.5| No| TeO₂
AOMO 3270-125| 440-850| 270| 1.5| No| TeO₂
AOMO 3350-125| 440-850| 350| 1.5| No| TeO₂
I-FS040-1.S2C-3-GH83| 532| 40| 1.5| No| TeO₂
I-FS040-1.5S2C-1-GH66| 532| 40| 1.5| Yes| TeO₂
I-FS080-3S2E-1-GH39| 633| 80| 3| Yes| TeO₂
I-FS040-2S2E-1-GH66| 630-690| 40| 2| Yes| TeO₂
I-FS040-2S2E-3-OL3| 630-690| 40| 2| No| TeO₂
AOFS 4040-191| 633-1064| 40| 2×6| No| TeO₂
I-FS080-2S2G-3-LV1| 1064| 80| 2| No| TeO₂
I-FS040-23SJ-3-GH53| 1550| 40| 2| No| TeO₂
I-M040-2C8J-3-GH84| 1550| 40| 2| No| Hallucinogenic
APPLICATIONS
- Interferon
- Laser cooling
- Laser Doppler velocity and hydrometry (LDV)
- Liar
- Quantum computing
- Optical heterodoxy detection
HIGH EFFICIENCY
TeO₂ frequency sifters are highly efficient, requiring very low drive power to
achieve the desired frequency shift.
Our designs consume minimal power (generally <100 mW), allowing us to package
the driver with the AOFS for a more compact, power-efficient solution.
CUSTOM FREQUENCY SIFTERS
The products listed above illustrate a range of typical specifications. Our
team routinely works with customers, applying our expertise to customize
products to meet the demands of their specific applications.
MULTI-CHANNEL MODULATORS
Independent control of multiple beams or a sheet of collimated light
Acousto-optic multi-channel modulators (AOMC) allow multiple beams to be
modulated or deflected independently by integrating an array of transducers
with a single acousto-optic crystal. Our proprietary optical and electrical
designs minimize crosstalk, allowing concurrent operation of up to 48 channels
for modulation and up to eight channels for beam deflection. Our AOMCs are
known for their reliable operation and high performance.
Multi-channel modulators have parallel beams as input, each beam independently controlled by a different transducer to modulate its intensity. Multi-channel modulators are most often used for high speed applications like micro machining and direct-write lithography, as each beam can be modulated independently. These devices can also be used to increase throughput when writing large media by writing multiple beams at the same time. Our multi- channel modulators equal the performance available with our single channel modulators, and can be customized for large aperture applications as well as high speed, small aperture applications.
Multi-channel deflectors
A multi-channel deflector, however, generates multiple diffracted beams from a
single input beam at specific locations by simultaneously applying multiple
frequencies to a single transducer. Each individual channel is a deflector
that can either scan the beam or produce multiple spots. This makes it
possible to create a two-dimensional grid. For example, if a four channel
deflector were configured so that each channel diffracted three spots, the
result would be a 4×3 grid.
| Wavelength (nm)| Number of channels| Rise/fall time (ns)|
Active aperture (mm)| Operating frequency (MHz)| Optical
material
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AOMC 220-4| 350-365| 4| 16| 0.24| 190-250| Crystal quartz
AOMC 300-5| 413| 5| 10| 0.2| 300| Crystal quartz
AOMC 220-5| 413| 5| 16| 0.24| 220| Crystal quartz
AOMC 3350-6| 350-850| 6| 30| 0.33| 350| TeO₂
APPLICATIONS
- Heterodoxy interferon
- Intensity leveling and modulation
- Laser Doppler velocity and hydrometry (LDV)
- Lidar
- Lithography
- Marking, processing, printing, etc
IN-HOUSE MATERIALS
High laser damage threshold is achieved using low-scatter materials,
inspected to rigorous quality standards.
We grow our own TeO₂ and source high quality fused silica and crystalline
quartz to ensure low insertion loss and excellent optical power handling.
CUSTOM M-C MODULATORS
G&H engineers apply their extensive knowledge and experience to design
custom products for our customers, to meet their unique needs. If you require
a higher number of channels, or another custom parameter, please get in touch
with us.
MODULATORS
Single frequency devices allowing intensity modulation of collimated
light
Acousto-optic modulators (AOM) allow the intensity of light to be controlled
and modulated at rates that far exceed mechanical shutters. AOMs can be used
like a shutter (cycling light on and off at a set frequency), or as a variable
attenuator (controlling the intensity of transmitted light dynamically). The
laser modulation is effected by means of RF induced sound waves creating a
periodic refractive-index perturbation in an acoustooptic crystal.
Modulator optimization
The most important factor in selecting a modulator is the required speed. This
influences the choice of material, modulator design, and RF driver to be used.
The speed of a modulator is described by the rise time, which determines how
quickly the modulator can respond to the applied RF driver and limits the
modulation rate. Rise time is proportional to the time required for the
acoustic wave to traverse the optical beam and for this reason is influenced
by the beam diameter within the AOM.
G&H acousto-optic modulators are optimized for low scatter and high laser damage threshold, and can be matched to the rise-time, modulation rate, beam diameter and power handling needs of each application.
Modulator frequency
Modulators fall into two general categories in regards to speed. Very fast
modulators can provide frequencies up to 200 MHz and can have a rise time as
low as 4 ns. This requires the input beam to be very tightly focused. Lower
frequency modulators do not have this constraint,and can accept larger input
beams. Their rise time is usually specified relative to the input beam
diameter, in ns/mm.
Modulator extinction ratios
Our modulators typically achieve extinction ratios of >50 dB, usually with a
deflected beam throughput of 85-90%. For applications such as intensity
leveling where a lower contrast ratio of ~10 dB is acceptable, we offer
modulators with >99% light throughput.
APPLICATIONS
- Heterodoxy interferon
- Intensity leveling and modulation
- Laser Doppler velocity and hydrometry (LDV)
- Liar
- Lithography
- Marking, processing, printing, etc.
FIBER OPTIC AOMs
G&H has seamlessly integrated AOMs into an innovative fiber-only design,
resulting in the award-winning FiberQ™ product line. For further detailed
specifications, we invite you to explore the FiberQ™ section in our
comprehensive Fiber Optics brochure.
CUSTOM MODULATORS
The standard products listed illustrate a range of typical G&H AOM
specifications.
Our team routinely works with customers, applying our expertise to customize
products to meet the demands of their specific applications.
| Wavelength| Rise/fall time (ns/mm)| Active aperture (mm)|
Operating frequency (MHz)| Optical material
---|---|---|---|---|---
I-M110-5C10R19-4-GH116| 193-266nm| 110| 5| 110| Crystal quartz
AOMO 3200-1220| 257nm| 113| 0.25| 200| Crystal quartz
I-M110-3C10BB-3-GH27| 300-400nm| 113| 3| 110| Crystal quartz
I-M110-6.5C10T-4-GH112| 355nm| 113| 6.5| 110| Crystal quartz
I-M110-2C10B6-3-GH26| 400-540nm| 113| 2| 110| Crystal quartz
AOMO 3200-121| 442-488nm| 153| 0.32| 200| TeO₂
AOMO 3200-120| 442-488nm| 153| 0.45| 200| TeO₂
AOMO 3110-121| 442-488nm| 153| 0.6| 110| TeO₂
AOMO/AOFS 3080-125| 440-850nm| 153| 2| 80| TeO₂
AOMO/AOFS 3100-125| 440-850nm| 153| 1.5| 100| TeO₂
AOMO/AOFS 3200-1214| 440-850nm| 153| 1.5| 200| TeO₂
AOMO/AOFS 3270-125| 440-850nm| 153| 1.5| 270| TeO₂
AOMO/AOFS 3350-125| 440-850nm| 153| 1.5| 350| TeO₂
AOMO 3110-120| 440-850nm| 153| 0.6| 110| TeO₂
AOMO 3080-120| 440-850nm| 153| 1| 80| TeO₂
AOMO 3350-120| 488-532nm| 153| 0.1| 350| TeO₂
I-M080-2C10B11-4-GH95| 700-1000nm| 113| 2| 80| Crystal quartz
AOMO 3200-124| 780-850nm| 153| 0.32| 200| TeO₂
AOMO 3080-122| 780-850nm| 153| 1| 80| TeO₂
AOMO 3200-1113| 870-1250nm| 153| 0.1| 200| TeO₂
I-M080-2C10G-4-AM3| 1030-1064nm| 113| 2| 80| Crystal quartz
I-M080-4C10G-4-GH60| 1030-1046nm| 113| 4| 80| Crystal quartz
AOMO 3110-197| 1030-1090nm| 153| 1.25| 110| TeO₂
AOMO 3080-194| 1060nm| 153| 1.75| 80| TeO₂
AOMO/AOFS 3165-1| 1300-1550nm| 153| 0.6| 165| TeO₂
I-M040-2C8J-3-GH84| 1550nm| 260| 2| 40| AMTIR
I-M041-3C2V5-4-IS8| 2000nm| 153| 3| 40.68| TeO₂
I-M041-1.4C10V5-4-GH49| 1900-2100nm| 113| 1.4| 40.68| Crystal quartz
I-M0xx-xxC11B76-P5-GH105| 5.5µm| 120| 7.0, 9.6| 40 / 60| Ge
I-M050-xxC11V41-P3-GH75| 9.4µm| 120| 9.6, 11.6| 40 / 60| Ge
I-M041-xxC11xxx-P5-GH77| 9.4 / 10.6µm| 120| 3.5, 7.0, 9.6, 11.6| 40.68| Ge
Q-SWITCHES
Our Q-switches (AOQS) are rugged and reliable, backed by millions of hours in the field. We offer low insertion loss, efficient Q-switches capable of handling very high peak power. We have COTS solutions for polarized or unpolarized lasers and can accommodate large lamp-pumped multi-mode laser beam diameters as well as small diameters. Specialized designs meet unique needs such as ultra-high single pass loss (up to 96%), high switching speeds, and premium pulse-to-pulse stability. All our q-switches offer very low loss in the “off” state to maximize output intensity and excellent transducer reliability to allow long-term use without upkeep
| Wavelength (nm)| Active aperture (mm)| Operating frequency (MHz)| Optical
material| Cooling
---|---|---|---|---|---
I-QS080-1C10G-8-GH28| 1030-1064| 1| 80| Crystal quartz| Conduction
I-QS080-1C10G-4-OS13| 1030-1064| 1| 80| Crystal quartz| Conduction
I-QS080-1.2C10G-4-GH64| 1030-1064| 1.2| 80| Crystal quartz| Conduction
I-QS080-0.5C10G-8-GH48| 1064| 0.5| 80| Crystal quartz| Conduction
I-QS041-1.8C10G-4-GH21| 1064| 1.8| 40.68| Crystal quartz| Conduction
I-QS041-2.1C5G-4-GH88| 1064| 2.1| 40.68| SF10 flint glass| Conduction
Industry standard q-switch| 1064| 3, 4, 5| 24, 27.12, 40.68| Fused silica|
Water
Stallion Q-Switch| 1064| 3, 4, 5| 24, 27.12, 40.68| Fused silica| Water
Super Q-Switch| 1064| 3, 4, 5, 6.5| 27.12| Crystal quartz| Water
VHE Q-Switch| 1064| 2.5, 4| 68| Crystal quartz| Water
I-QS080-1C10H-4-OS14| 1319-1342| 1| 80| Crystal quartz| Conduction
I-QS041-1.5C10V23-4-HC1| 1535| 1.5| 40.68| Crystal quartz| Conduction
I-QS080-1C10J-8-GH28| 1550| 1| 80| Crystal quartz| Conduction
I-QS041-1.8C10R3-8-SO7| 1800-2200| 1.8| 40.68| Crystal quartz| Conduction
I-QS027-4C10R3-U5-IS6| 1800-2200| 4| 27.12| Crystal quartz| Water
I-QS041-2C10V5-4-HC1| 1900-2100| 2| 40.68| Crystal quartz| Conduction
I-QS027-3C10V5-U5-ST3| 1900-2100| 3| 27.12| Crystal quartz| Water
APPLICATIONS
- Laser marking & lithography
- Material processing
- Medical surgery
- Micro machining
Q-SWITCH DRIVERS
We offer a full line of RF drivers designed specifically for Q-switching, with
rapid fall times, tight synchronization, operation in either fixed or variable
mode, and advanced capabilities like first pulse suppression or multi-channel
operation.
CUSTOM Q-SWITCHES
The products listed above illustrate a range of typical G&H AOQS
specifications. Products can be customized to meet the demands of specific
applications.
TUNABLE FILTERS
An acousto-optic tunable filter (AOTF) is a solid-state, electronically- addressable random access optical passband filter. It may be used to rapidly, dynamically select a specific wavelength from a broadband or multi-line source. When specific matching conditions are met, diffraction will occur, making it possible to electronically control key filter parameters, thus providing rapid, dynamic, random access optical filtering. Resolution bandwidths down to <0.1% are available with exceptional performance and with aperture sizes up to 25 mm and beyond. We have developed and patented techniques to allow us to offer options such as large-aperture imaging filtering, side band suppression, and transmission of multiple discrete wavelengths. G&H AOTFs are based on our in-house grown high quality tellurium dioxide, polished and fabricated to rigorous standards. For scanning an entire image in wavelength at speeds sufficient for mealtime video rate spectral imaging, high optical throughput is required. For this purpose devices with large aperture and/or field of view are recommended. When narrow resolution is required and the light source is well acclimated, a “quasi-col linear” AOTF may be more appropriate.
Wavelength (nm) | Active aperture (mm) | Resolution (nm) |
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AOTF 2837-31 | 351-430 | 2.5 |
AOTF 3151-01 | 400-650 | 2.5 |
TF525-250-6-3-GH19A | 400-650 | 3 |
TF550-300-4-6-GH57A | 400-700 | 6 |
TF560-280-1-5-NT2 | 420-700 | 5 |
AOTF 2838-01 | 450-670 | 2.5 |
TF625-350-2-11-BR1A | 450-800 | 11 |
TF850-500-10-6-GH58A | 600-1100 | 6 |
AOTF 2986-01 | 640-1100 | 2.5 |
TF950-500-1-2-GH96 | 700-1200 | 2 |
AOTF 2996-01 | 1100-2000 | 2.5 |
I-TF1650-1100-1-3-GH107 | 1100-2200 | 3 |
TF1875-1250-10-6-GH59A | 1250-2500 | 6 |
I-TF2250-1500-2-3-GH107 | 1500-3000 | 3 |
I-TF3250-2500-3-3-GH107 | 2000-4500 | 3 |
APPLICATIONS
- Con focal microscopy
- Fluorescence & hyper-spectral imaging
- Imaging spectroscopy
- Laser wavelength tuning & selection
RF DRIVERS
For best performance, we recommend a matched RF driver, including the latest
digital frequency synthesizer (DFS) driver technology capable of random access
wavelength control.
CUSTOM TUNABLE FILTERS
The table above shows a range of typical AOTF product specifications. G&H
engineers apply their knowledge to design custom products for our customers,
to meet their unique needs. Fiber-coupled AOTF devices are available upon
request.
RF DRIVERS
Reliable, versatile electronic control options for acousto-optic devices
An RF driver generates the fixed or variable frequency signal supplied to a
device to induce the acousto-optic effect. The frequency and intensity of the
signal will determine how much an optical beam is modulated, deflected, or
tuned. An acousto-optic device and its RF driver should be paired to optimize
speed and stability for each application.
G&H offers a wide variety of dependable high frequency drivers with analog and digital modulation capability, each matched to the device with application- specific features such as first pulse suppression, synchronization, pulse shaping, and multi-channel operation. OEM designs are optimized and streamlined for each customer’s application, maximizing performance in the required cost effective form factor for production at high volume.
Choosing an RF driver
The needs of the AO device dictate the choice of RF driver, including but not
limited to:
- RF power: ranges from <0.1 W to >150 W
- Modulation: digital or analog
- Frequency of operation : may be fixed, variable (linearly swept), or programmable
- Stability: influencing choice of VCO vs. DDS when frequency is not fixed
- Number of channels : number of output ports or output tones from a single port
- Special functions : pre-pulse-killing, synchronization, etc.
Modulation: digital vs. analog
The modulation mode determines how the applied RF power is varied, and thus
the intensity of diffracted light. In digital modulation, the RF power is
applied in an on/off state via an applied TTL signal, thus controlling whether
the beam is diffracted or not. In analog modulation, the RF power is
controlled through application of a voltage within a specified range, yielding
control over the diffraction efficiency and allowing shaping of that waveform
in time.
Fixed vs. variable frequency drivers
Fixed frequency drivers provide a single output frequency, controlled via
analog or TTL input.
These are used most often for modulation applications. Variable and
programmable frequency drivers allow active control of output frequency.
Voltage controlled oscillators (VCOs) provide a linearly swept drive
frequency, and are flexible enough to be used for any AO device. Direct
digital synthesizer (DDS) drivers offer programmable frequency via software.
They can create arbitrary waveforms, and thus are ideal for pulse shaping and
special functions.
Frequency agility and control
We manufacture DDS drivers that offer high stability and linearity, with fast
switching time and high resolution. They are capable of creating arbitrary
waveforms from a single, fixed-frequency reference clock, and thus are ideal
for pulse shaping and special functions. DDS drivers can be run from a GUI or
via driver commands in two modes: 1) random access of specific frequencies,
and 2) chirped mode for continuous scanning.
APPLICATIONS
RF drivers play a key role in driving and controlling a diverse range of
acoustical devices, including deflectors, cavity dumpers, frequency sifters,
mode lockers, modulators (fiber-coupled, free space), multi-channel, pulse
pickers, Switches, and unable filters
CUSTOM RF DRIVERS
The products listed illustrate a range of typical G&H AO device driver
specifications. Our technical support team is available to advise on selection
and optimization of RF drivers for specific applications, as well as
customization for OEM integration.
Flexible drivers: The Next Generation
Our unique new 6000 series drivers are designed with additional flexibility to
adapt to the varied needs of deflectors, from dual channel to multiplexed,
multi-tone, and phased array configurations. This unprecedented level of
flexibility in configuration for control of AO deflectors, eliminates the need
to design your own drive electronics and simplifying system development.
In addition to single channel operation, these drivers may be configured to control two RF channels independently (dual channel) or together (MUX). The dual channel option allows one driver to control two deflectors in an x-y configuration for 2D scanning with the same frequency, while the MUX configuration uses phase agility for enhanced scanning performance of phased array deflectors. Tunable filters may also be controlled in multi-tone operation. While not limited to this number, G&H has demonstrated 11 simultaneous frequencies facilitating multi-wavelength diffraction. All 6000 series drivers are available in a variety of bandwidths, and with optional water cooled, passive, or active forced air heat sink.
Compatible AO devices| Operating frequency (MHz)| RF power (W)| Operation
mode| Key features
---|---|---|---|---
6000 series| DF, TF| 50-450| 15-20| Flexible| Configurable
64020-250-1ADMDFS-A| DF, AOM, TF| 20-250| 1.0| Programmable frequency| Single
channel DDS
64020-200-2ADMDFS-A| DF, AOM, TF| 20-200| 2.0| Programmable frequency| Single
channel DDS
97-03926-12| DF, TF| 20-160| 3.2| Programmable frequency| 8 channel DDS
97-02910-xx| Fiber-Q®| 80, 150, 200| 2.5-3.0| Fixed single frequency| Low
power draw
MHPXXX-YYADM-A1| Fiber-Q®, AOM| 24-260| 2-20| Fixed single frequency| High
frequency; moderate power
3910 series| Fiber-Q®, AOM, FS| 80-350| 0.5-8.0| Fixed single frequency| User
configurable; USB programmable
HP041-125ADG-A10| AOM| 40.68| 125| Fixed single frequency| Ge AO devices
HP040-060-150ADG-A10-2X| AOM| 40 / 60| 2×75| Fixed dual frequency| Dual
channel Ge AO devices
MQH0XX-YYDM-ZZZ| QS, AOM| 24, 27.12, 40.68,68, 80| 25-100| Fixed single
frequency| Fixed / variable pulse width
MQH0XX-YYDM-ZZZ-2S| QS| 24, 27.12, 40.68,68, 80| 25-50per channel| Fixed
single frequency| 2 channel; fixed / variable pulse width
QC0XX-YYDC-ZZZ-AAV| QS, AOM| 24, 27.12, 40.68,68, 80, 110| 2-24| Fixed single
frequency| Compact, low power; fixed/var. pulse w.
3307 series| Fiber-Q®, FS| 80-350| 1-4| Variable frequency| Analog & digital
modulation
For more, visit www.gandh.com/products/acousto- optics/rf-drivers-for-acoustic- optic-devices
References
- Optics and Photonics | G&H
- Acousto-Optic Q-Switches
- Acousto-Optic Deflectors | Spatial Control Of Optical Beams
- AO Frequency Shifters | Acousto-Optics
- Acousto-Optic Modulators | AOMs
- Acousto-Optic Multi-Channel Modulators
- RF Drivers For Acousto-Optic Devices
- Acousto-Optic Tunable Filters
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