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OEM Laser Diode Driver: Constant Power


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OEM Laser Diode Driver: Constant Power

Item#LD1100LD1101EK1101*EK1102*
Output Current0 - 250 mA
Supported Laser Pin ConfigurationsA, B, D, & FC, D, & FAB
Recommended for LEDs** NoNoYesYes
Output Control12-Turn Power Adjustment (On-Board)
Output Stability1.5%
Output Noise5 μA RMS
Feedback GainAdjustable
Monitor Current Range5 μA to 5 mA
Operating Voltage8 to 12 VDC
Quiescent Current9 mA
Dimensions1" x 1.5"
12-Pin SIP Package
See Drawing
ESD Protection100 ms Slow Start
Max Output Voltage~6.5 V (with a 12 V Power Supply)

* The EK1101 and EK1102 can be used with pin configurations D and F if the included socket is replaced with a suitable 4-pin socket. The socket must be wired correctly in order to support the pin style.
** With monitor photodiode.

Laser Diode Drivers
The LD1100 and LD1101 Laser Diode Drivers are constant-power laser driver modules that support common laser anode and common laser cathode pin configurations. They feature an on-board 12-turn trim pot for continuous laser power output adjustment, pin-programmable feedback gain, ON/OFF control input, and a current monitor output for observing the laser drive current. With dimensions of only 1" x 1.5", they are compact and can be embedded into custom designs. The compliance voltage, which is the maximum output voltage, is ~6.5 V for the LD1100 and LD1101 when using a 12 V power supply. All input and output signals are provided on a 12-pin SIP connector, which allows simple integration into a printed circuit design.

The LD1100 and LD1101 can drive lasers up to 250 mA in a constant-power mode. Either uses the internal monitor photodiode for a feedback signal into a proportional-integral feedback loop to stabilize the output power to within 1.5%. To accommodate a wide range of laser diodes, the feedback gain can be set by using jumpers between any combination of the five gain setting resistor pins to the power supply common. This allows lasers with monitor currents over a range from 5 μA to 5 mA to be used with a single driver.

Evaluation Kits
The EK1100 Series Evaluation Kit is an LD1100 Laser Driver soldered to a PCB that features an on/off switch and a dip switch bank for controlling the gain on the feedback signal. A 3-pin laser socket cable (S8060) is also soldered onto the PCB board (this determines the pin configuration supported by the kit). In addition to driving lasers, the EK1101 and EK1102 are also suggested for operating LEDs that contain a monitor photodiode with an A or B style pin configuration, respectively.

Power Supply Options
A power supply cable for 9 V batteries is included but not attached. Alternatively, our LDS9 power supply can be used.

Supported Pin Configurations

Supported Pin Configurations

Laser Diode Controller Selection Guide

The table below is designed to give a quick overview of the key specifications for our laser diode controllers. For more details and specifications, or to order a specific item, click on the appropriate item number below.

Item #Drive CurrentCompliance VoltageCCaCPbModulationPackage
LDC200CV20 mA6 VYes!Yes!ExternalBenchtop
VLDC00225 mA5 VYes! Int/ExtOEM
VITC00225 mA5 VYes! Int/ExtOEM
LDC201CU100 mA5 VYes!Yes!ExternalBenchtop
LD2000100 mA3.5 V Yes!ExternalOEM
LD2000R100 mA3.5 V Yes!ExternalOEM
EK2000100 mA3.5 V Yes!ExternalOEM
LDC202C200 mA10 VYes!Yes!ExternalBenchtop
TLD001200 mA8 VYes!Yes!ExternalT-Cube
IP250-BV250 mA8 VcYes!Yes!ExternalOEM
LD1100250 mA6.5 Vc Yes! --OEM
LD1101250 mA6.5 Vc Yes!--OEM
EK1101250 mA6.5 Vc Yes!--OEM
EK1102250 mA6.5 Vc Yes!--OEM
LD1255R250 mA3.3 VYes! ExternalOEM
LDC205C500 mA10 VYes!Yes!ExternalBenchtop
IP500500 mA3 VYes!Yes!ExternalOEM
LDC210C1 A10 VYes!Yes!ExternalBenchtop
LDC220C2 A4 VYes!Yes!ExternalBenchtop
LD30002.5 A--Yes! ExternalOEM
LD3000R2.5 A--Yes! ExternalOEM
LDC240C4 A5 VYes!Yes!ExternalBenchtop
LDC40055 A10 VYes!Yes!Int/ExtBenchtop
LDC40205 A10 VYes!Yes!Int/ExtBenchtop
Dual Temperature and Current Controllers
LDC1300B1 A5 VYes!Yes!--OEM
ITC40011 A>10 VYes!Yes!Int/ExtBenchtop
ITC40055 A>10 VYes!Yes!Int/ExtBenchtop
ITC402020 A>10 VYes!Yes!Int/ExtBenchtop

a Constant Current
b Constant Power
c When using a 12 V Power Supply

We also offer a variety of rack mounted laser diode current & temperature controllers (OEM Modules, TXP Rack Modules, PRO8 Rack Modules)

LD110X Pin Configurations

LD100X Diagram 

 

PinSignalDescription
1+VCircuit Power, 8 to 12 VDC, 9mA + Laser Drive Current
NOTE: Internally tied to Laser Diode Anode, the laser anode must be isolated from the power supply COM
2COMCircuit Ground
3VREFInternal 2.5 V reference
4PDCPhotodiode Anode (LDC1100) or Photodiode Cathode (LDC1101)
5LDALaser Diode Anode (internally tied to +V (pin 1))
6LDCLaser Diode Cathode
7RAWhen tied to Pin 6 puts a 5Ω k in parallel with 12.4 kΩ internal gain resistor
8RBWhen tied to Pin 6 puts a 1.5 kΩ in parallel with 12.4 kΩ internal gain resistor
9RCWhen tied to Pin 6 puts a 499 kΩ in parallel with 12.4 kΩ internal gain resistor
10RDWhen tied to Pin 6 puts a 160 kΩ in parallel with 12.4 kΩ internal gain resistor
11REWhen tied to Pin 6 puts a 33 kΩ in parallel with 12.4 kΩ internal gain resistor
12ILDLaser Diode Current Monitor (10 mV/mA)

 

ELK1101

Laser Anode - Photodiode Cathode Common

Pin Style A

Laser PinJ2 Pin (on EB1100)Wire Color
PDAPD_AGreen
LDA/PDCLD_ARed
LDCLD_CYellow

 

ELK1102

Laser Cathode - Photodiode Cathode Common

Pin Style B

Laser PinJ2 Pin (on EB1100)Wire Color
PDAPD_AGreen
LDALD_AYellow
LDC/PDCLD_CRed

EK1000 Series Laser Socket Wire Harness

Laser Socket

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Posted Comments:
Poster: jjurado
Posted Date: 2011-04-06 16:59:00.0
Response from Javier at Thorlabs to li.li: Thank you for contacting us with your request. The change in driving current is a result of heating of the laser diode. The EK1102 is a constant power laser diode driver, and, as the diode heats up and loses efficiency, the driver injects more current in order to keep the power output constant. If the diode has a relatively high operating current, and if the experiment requires the diode to be turned on for extended periods of time, it is recommended to provide temperature control in order to prevent potential damage. If passive heat dissipation by a heatsink is not enough, then it would be recommended to use a thermoelectric cooler. You can find our offerings through the following link: http://www.thorlabs.com/NewGroupPage9.cfm?ObjectGroup_ID=305 I will contact you directly in case you have additional questions.
Poster: li.li
Posted Date: 2011-04-06 13:43:11.0
The LD driving current is increasing with time. Is it caused by the temperature of laser diode? Shall I set a maximum driving current for the laser diode through the EK1102, otherwise Im affraid the diode laser will be damaged. Probably I need a Peltier cooler, could you please recommend me some products for the laser diode cooler? Thank you for your time.
Poster: Tyler
Posted Date: 2009-01-08 16:44:18.0
A response from Tyler at Thorlabs to melsscal: This modification can be made. I will have a member of our technical support department contact you. They can create a quote for the modified part.
Poster: melsscal
Posted Date: 2009-01-08 06:45:59.0
Can you arrange to make a connector for connecting the LDS2 to EK1101 ? Regards A.K.Bose MELSS KOLKATA/INDIA melsscal@melss.com
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