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NanoLED

NanoLED Light Source

Overview

The NanoLED range is a novel and economical light source system that utilizes laser diode and LED technology to generate short optical pulses over a wide range of repetition rates and wavelengths.  Optical pulses as short as 70ps can be generated at repetition rates up to 1MHz.

The NanoLED package consists of a NanoLED controller and a range of interchangeable NanoLED sources, each designed to be used over a specific wavelength range.  LED based sources generate nanosecond pulses, while laser diode based sources generate picosecond pulses.  High intensity versions of laser diodes are also available which generate pulses of approximately 1ns.  

Each NanoLED source contains adjustable collection optics and a bayonet mounting flange to make incorporation into any optical system easy.  Dedicated drive electronics in each NanoLED source means that plug-n-play operation is possible across the NanoLED range.  A synchronisation output allows straightforward triggering of your existing data acquisition electronics.  

HORIBA Scientific now offers a choice of two NanoLED controllers. The NanoLED-C2 is the bench-top module for stand-alone operation, and the FluoroHub-NL is our software controlled plug-in accessory card designed for use with the FluoroHub controller module.

Applications include:

  • TCSPC excitation source
  • Fluorescence spectroscopy
  • Detector response testing
  • DNA sequencing
  • Biomedical screening
  • Replacement of mode-locked laser and flashlamps in low cost or portable applications

Features

  • Interchangeable NanoLED heads – “plug-and-play” operation even between LED and laser heads
  • Clean pulse profiles
  • High intensity laser diodes available
  • Gold plated casing for minimized electromagnetic emission
  • Selectable NIM or TTL synchronization output
  • Sync delay control allows quick adjustment of sync output relative to optical pulse (up to 200ns)

Manufactured by HORIBA Scientific

Specifications

NanoLED-C2 Controller

Laser diode heads

LED heads

NanoLED-C2 Controller

 

Repetition rates

10kHz, 20kHz, 50kHz, 100kHz, 250kHz, 500kHz, 1MHz

Sync output

Selectable format: NIM-compatible (-0.8Vpp 50Ω) or TTL-compatible (+2Vpp 50Ω)

Sync Delay

0-200ns

Interlock

2-pin connector (included). Contacts must be short-circuited to enable emission.

User interface

Keyswitch control of Emission, operating parameters edited using supplied software and stored in non-volatile memory.

PC interface

USB 2.0.  32-bit and 64-bit drivers are provided and the control panel software operates on all versions of Windows from XP onward.

Power requirement

110V to 240V AC, 50/60Hz, 100VA

Operating temperature

+5ºC to +30ºC

Weight & Dimensions

1kg  210x134x75mm

Specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice.

Laser diode heads

Model

Peak
wavelength

Pulse width
Typical

N-375L

375 ±10nm

<200ps

N-395L

395 ±10nm

<200ps

N-405L

405 ±10nm

<200ps

N-415L

415 ±10nm

<200ps

N-425L

425 ±10nm

<200ps

N-440L

445 ±10nm

<200ps

N-470L

473 ±10nm

<200ps

N-485L

485 ±10nm

<200ps

N-510L

510 ±10nm

<200ps

N-635L

635 ±10nm

<200ps

N-650L

650 ±10nm

<200ps

N-670L

670 ±10nm

<200ps

N-785L

785 ± 20nm

<200ps

N-830L

830 ± 20nm

<200ps

N-980L

980 ± 20nm

<500ps

N1310L

1310 ± 20nm

<500ps

New laser heads are continually under development — contact HORIBA Scientific for other wavelengths

Note - Pulse width refers to optical pulse duration; in TCSPC the prompt FWHM is also a function of detector TTS. The values given are for guidance only and the exact characteristics are dependent on the individual diode.

Additional Features:

  • High power (LH) versions are available at the following wavelengths 375nm, 405nm, 440nm, 470nm, 485nm, 635nm, 650nm, 670nm with typical pulse widths ca. 1ns and power approximately 20 times that of the normal laser diode.
  • Linearly polarised emission – polarisation angle continually variable.

LED heads

Model

Peak
wavelength

Pulse width
typical

N-250

250 ±10nm

<1.2ns

N-260

260 ±10nm

<1.2ns

N-265

265 ±10nm

<1.2ns

N-270

270 ±10nm

<1.2ns

N-280

280 ±10nm

<1.2ns

N-290

290 ±10nm

<1.2ns

N-295

295 ±10nm

<1.2ns

N-300

300 ±10nm

<1.2ns

N-310

310 ±10nm

<1.2ns

N-320

320 ±10nm

<1.2ns

N-330

330 ±10nm

<1.2ns

N-340

340 ±10nm

<1.2ns

N-350

350 ±10nm

<1.2ns

N-360

360 ±10nm

<1.2ns

N-370

370 ±10nm

<1.2ns

N-390

390 ±10nm

<1.2ns

N-455

455 ±10nm

<1.3ns

N-570

570 ±10nm

<1.6ns

N-590

590 ±10nm

<1.4ns

N-605

605 ±10nm

<1.4ns

N-625

625 ±10nm

<1.4ns

N-740

740 ± 20nm

<1.4ns

New LED heads are continually under development — contact HORIBA Scientific for other wavelengths.

Additional Features:

  • Adjustable focusing lens
  • Unpolarised output
  • Shorter pulse widths available on request for certain LEDs (?<370nm)

Accessories

Bandpass filters are available at most wavelengths.

DF-mount

Filter mount for NanoLED sources

DF-265-25-20

Filter and mount for NanoLED-265 source, 25nm bandwidth, 20% transmittance

DF-280-25-20

Filter and mount for NanoLED-280 source, 25nm bandwidth, 20% transmittance

DF-295-25-20

Filter and mount for NanoLED-295

DF-310-10-15

Filter and mount for NanoLED-310 source, 10nm bandwidth, 15% transmittance

DF-330-10-20

Filter and mount for NanoLED-330 source, 10nm bandwidth, 20% transmittance

DF-340-10-25

Filter and mount for NanoLED-340 source, 10nm bandwidth, 25% transmittance

DF-360-10-25

Filter and mount for NanoLED-360 source, 10nm bandwidth, 25% transmittance

DF-370-10-25

Filter and mount for NanoLED-370 source, 10nm bandwidth, 25% transmittance

DF-375-6-90

Filter and mount for NanoLED-375L source, 6nm bandwidth, 90% transmittance

DF-390-10-30

Filter and mount for NanoLED-390 source, 10nm bandwidth, 30% transmittance

DF-405-10-90

Filter and mount for NanoLED-405L source, 10nm bandwidth, 90% transmittance

DF-440-10-90

Filter and mount for NanoLED-440L source, 10nm bandwidth, 90% transmittance

DF-450-10-45

Filter and mount for NanoLED-450 source, 10nm bandwidth, 45% transmittance

DF-460-10-45

Filter and mount for NanoLED-460 source, 10nm bandwidth, 45% transmittance

DF-470-10-90

Filter and mount for NanoLED-470L source, 10nm bandwidth, 90% transmittance

DF-490-10-45

Filter and mount for NanoLED-495 source, 10nm bandwidth, 45% transmittance

DF-560-10-50

Filter and mount for NanoLED-560 source, 10nm bandwidth, 50% transmittance

DF-590-10-50

Filter and mount for NanoLED-590 source, 10m bandwidth, 50% transmittance

DF-610-10-50

Filter and mount for NanoLED-605 source, 10nm bandwidth, 50% transmittance

DF-620-10-50

Filter and mount for NanoLED-625 source, 10nm bandwidth, 50% transmittance

DF-640-8-90

Filter and mount for NanoLED-635L source, 8nm bandwidth, 90% transmittance

DF-650-13-90

Filter and mount for NanoLED-650L source, 13 nm bandwidth, 90% transmittance

DF-670-10-55

Filter and mount for NanoLED-670L source, 10nm bandwidth, 55% transmittance

DF-730-10-50

Filter and mount for NanoLED-730 source, 10nm bandwidth, 50% transmittance

DF-740-10-50

Filter and mount for NanoLED-740 source, 10nm bandwidth, 50% transmittance

DF-830-10-50

Filter and mount for NanoLED-830L soruce, 10nm bandwidth, 50% transmittance