SideKick QCL Controller: Precision Low-Noise Laser Management

The SideKick^™ Laser Controller marks a notable advancement in quantum cascade laser controller innovation, boasting enhanced design, features, and performance. Its quiet operation eliminates the need for cooling fans, while its drive electronics, combined with a compatible DRS Daylight Solutions laser head, deliver unparalleled Continuous Wave (CW) Relative Intensity Noise (RIN) performance.

With its foundation in the tested functionality of TLC/FLC controllers, the SideKick controller is compatible with various laser systems and wavelengths. The Hedgehog^™, CW-MHF^™, Aries-100^™, and Unicorn-II^™ laser heads, as well as the older Pulsed, CW/pulsed, and Über Tuner™ heads, are among the product families from the 31000 and 41000 series that it is compatible with.

With HFQD^TM circuitry, which has been shown to preserve laser chips, the SideKick controller offers accurate and flexible control over laser power, wavelength, temperature, scan speed, and pulse parameters.

Customers may enjoy many tuning and triggering modes, elegant local/remote control, diagnostics, and USB/Ethernet connectivity with the SideKick controller, which also comes with an SDK and GUI.

Highlights

Features and Benefits

OEM or laboratory use

Fanless cooling means low acoustic noise

Integrated laser power, tuning, and temperature control

USB/Ethernet connectivity with GUI and SDK included for robust local/remote control

Supports CW or pulsed laser operation

Ultra-low current noise enables ultra-low optical RIN

Remote diagnostics and error messaging for rapid troubleshooting

Field-tested HFQD circuity for chip protection

Upgrade for the existing 31000 and 41000 series lasers

Applications

Scientific research

Life sciences

Standoff detection

Environmental monitoring

OEM integration

Product Specifications

Source: DRS Daylight Solutions Inc.