Fiber-Coupled Terahertz Spectrometer
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- Supports Optical Pump / THz Probe Experiments
- Synchronizable to External Sources
- Remotely Controllable
- Spectral Resolution Down to 0.7 GHz
- Options for Multi-Color Laser Output and
Multi-Channel Operation (2 Tx, 2 Rx)
TERA-K15-SYNC
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Features
- >6 THz Bandwidth in <5 s
- >100 dB Peak Dynamic Range
- Versatile, Scientific THz Time-Domain Spectroscopy (THz-TDS) Workhorse
- Automated Measurements and Data Transfer via Network
- Synchronizable to External Laser Source (e.g., for ASOPS or External Pump Laser)
- Options Include:
- Multiple THz Channels
- Multi-Color Laser Outputs: 780 nm or 1560 nm
- High-Resolution Option: <0.7 GHz with 1600 ps All-Optical Delay Scan Window
The TERA-K15 fiber-coupled terahertz spectrometer provides a complete solution for fast broadband time-domain THz spectroscopy, offering a high degree of flexibility for scientific THz applications.
The system includes Menlo Systems’ latest figure 9® femtosecond laser source with a 1.5 μm emission wavelength; a fiber-coupled optical light path with a delay line; a THz light path with a THz emitter, THz detector, and TPX THz optics; control electronics; and a PC with data acquisition and evaluation software. The delay line covers a standard scan window of >850 ps, enabling a high spectral THz resolution of <1.2 GHz. Customers can also opt for a longer scan window of >1600 ps, which enables spectral resolution of <0.7 GHz. The dual detector option supports simultaneous measurements in transmission and reflection geometry. For THz imaging applications, our TERA Image extension unit can be integrated into the setup, alongside the image acquisition and reconstruction software.
Included Components |
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Optical Components | Measurement and Control Electronics |
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Applications
- Test Bed for THz Components
- Characterization of Solid-State THz Sources
- Investigation of Charge Carrier Dynamics
- Characterization of Quantum Cascade Lasers
- THz Plasmonics
- Investigation of Synchrotron Radiation
The system's laser source is synchronizable to an external source, and can be extended by additional laser output ports at 780 nm and 1560 nm. To perform THz-TDS with optical sample excitation at those wavelengths, the TERA-K15 setup can be upgraded with our THz-Pump-Probe add-on.
Dimensions & Weight | ||
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Optomechanical Setup Dimensions / Weight | 900 mm x 600 mm x 200 mm / 34 kg (35.4" x 23.6" x 7.9" / 74.8 lbs) |
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Control Electronics Dimensions / Weight | 448 mm x 132 mm x 550 mm / 8 kg (17.6" x 5.2" x 21.7" / 17.6 lbs) |
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Laser Control Unit Dimensions / Weight | 448 mm x 132 mm x 437 mm / 12 kg 17.6" x 5.2" x 17.2" / 26.4 lbs) |
Laser Specificationsa | ||
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Wavelength | 780 nm | 1560 nm |
Total Average Output Power | >250 mW | >500 mW |
Pulse Duration | <100 fsb | <90 fs |
Auxiliary Output Ports | Free Space | Free Space (Fiber-Coupled on Request) |
TERA-K15 Specifications | |
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Spectral Range | >6 THz |
Dynamic Range | >100 dB |
Total Scan Range | >850 ps Standard Range >1600 ps Long-Range Variant |
THz Frequency Resolution | <1.2 GHz Standard Range <0.7 GHz High-Resolution Variant |
Laser Output Ports for THz | Two Fiber-Coupled Ports: FC/APC, PM Fibera |
Laser Output Wavelength | 1560 nm 2 Emitters and 2 Receivers Upon Request |
Laser System Repetition Rate | 100 MHzb Others Upon Request |
Optional Packages
MULTI CHANNELAdditional THz Emitter/Detector Pair, Including Additional Laser Outputs, Electronics, and Software
MULTIBRANCH Additional Seed Ports
Seeding of Multiple Amplifiers with Optional Subsequent Frequency Conversion to Cover Multiple Wavelengths
Pump / Probe Experiments
Optical Pump / Terahertz Probe Platform
Multicolor Laser Outputs
Fiber-Coupled Outputs at 1560nm, Free-Space Outputs at 780 nm and 1560 nm
SYNC
Laser Source Synchronizable to External Source
RRE-SYNCRO
Feedback Electronics for Repetition Rate Stabilization
High Resolution and Long Scan Range
Down to 0.7 GHz Spectral Resolution with 1600 ps Scan Window
TERA Image
Automated THz Imaging Extension Including Software and XY Translation Stage
ImageLab
Hyperspectral Image Processing Software for THz Imaging Data
Teralyzer
Advanced Software for Thin Sample Analysis and Parameter Extraction
Reflection Guide
Quick Manual Adjustment of Transmission and Reflection Scanning Geometries
Custom Fiber Patch Cable Length
Up to 30 m
Plug-In Terahertz Reflection Head
Add-on for Flexible THz Measurement Geometries. Plug-In THz Reflection Head with Integrated Parabolic Mirror THz Optics. Compatible with Menlo Systems‘ Fiber-Coupled THz Antennas, TERA15-TX-FC Emitter and TERA15-RX-FC Receiver.
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ImageLab
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Reflection Head
Posted Comments: | |
boris_ch
 (posted 2013-07-20 14:09:03.88) Hellow, we're intredted in THz Kits.
Can you provide pricing information? jlow
 (posted 2013-07-22 15:32:00.0) Response from Jeremy at Thorlabs: We will get in contact with you directly on the pricing for THz kit. |