MiniLase PlusTM

Industrial Laser Module

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Lasers include; 405, 450, 488, 520, 635, 658, 785nm
Water & Dust proof: Designed to IP67 rating
Gaussian Beam Profile, M2 <1.3
Integrated circuits: Drive, Modulation and ESD
Power stability < 1%
Variable power and analog modulation to 100KHz
Collimated beam standard, focused and shaped
beam options available

MiniLase PlusTM Industrial Grade Laser Module
MiniLase PlusTM is the newest member of MiniLase product family from Blue Sky Research. This compact high-performancelaser is designed specifically for operation in demanding environments. The MiniLase PlusTM is ideal for aiming, aligning, andpointing in a wide range of application, such as industrial equipment, biomedical tools, and machine-vision systems. In thislaser module, Blue Sky Research uses proprietary µlensTM technologies, advanced optics, robust package designs anddecades of production experience. The high-performance MiniLase PlusTM can provide customized beam profiles for yourspecific application.
All configurations are available with laser wavelengths ranging from UV to infrared, including popular wavelength such as
405 nm, 520 nm, 635 nm, 658 nm, 785 nm, 808 nm, 830nm; other customized wavelengths available upon request.
Different optical power levels are available ranging from 1mW to 240mW depending on the desired wavelength and thespecific laser diode used. The standard MiniLase PlusTM module can be operated in CW mode with fixed or variable output
power. The variable output option enables modulation speeds to 100kHz with external analog input.
All MiniLase Plus TM laser modules have a near-diffraction limited collimated beam output as standard. Customized beamprofile, such as focused beam or line profile, can be generated with integrated optics inside laser module. The IP67 rated
housing design enable customers to use the laser module in harsh environments. The electronic circuits inside the module
includes functions such as LD drive, ESD protection, and automatic power control (APC). The APC function enhances laser
stability by detecting laser power via a back facet monitor inside the laser diode housing (TO can). An error signal isgenerated to adjust LD driving current to lock power to preset value or user specified setting.

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Optical power stability is highly dependent on laser drive voltage (Vcc) stability, care should be taken in designingstabile electrical circuits. To ease electrical design requirements, our MiniLase PlusTM drivers operate from 5V or 9V.
For CW operation, a defined optical power levels are typically set at factory. If your system requires variable power oroutput modulation, you can apply a separate analog input to adjust Vset voltage (laser power output). An anodized
Aluminum mechanical package is standard and provides a case neutral configuration. Blue Sky Research recommends
all MiniLase PlusTM modules use electrical isolation mounting and a heat sink, it is required & essential for proper
operation of all higher power modules.

Wavelength and Power
Wavelength (nm)Output Power (mW)

405

20401004506080488505204063380638

15101525655/660

153040100670

15106903545785

15102080808

120

830

40160

850

151040160905/915

880

240

980

40

240

6585140120

Electrical Specifications
Parameter

Specification

Comments

Input Power Supply(Vcc)

5.0Vdc +/- 10%, for wavelength > 532nm
9.0Vdc +/- 10%, for wavelength < 532nm

Vcc laser diode dependent

Modulation< 100 kHz

Analog modulation on Vset

Electrical Case Polarity

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ParameterSpecification

Comments

Spectral Line Width< 1.5nm typicalBeam Aspect Ratio< 1.25

Typical, selected VPSLTM approaches 1.1

Polarization>100:1TypicalPower Stability<1%@1hr, At stable temperature

Will vary with individual laser diodeBeam Diameter Tolerance+/- 25%

Beam size is the diameter measured at 1/e2 max
power level at exit aperture

M2 Value< 1.3

Typical, will vary with individual LD

Beam Pointing Stability< 50µrad@25oC, 8hr

Beam Pointing Accuracy<25mrad@25oCCentricity< 0.25mm

TypicalEnvironmental Specifications
Parameter•Specification
MinMaxUnits

Operating Temperature

oC005060

Storage Temperature

oC-1085

Storage Humidity%

1090

Conditions
All laser diode wavelengths
830nm, 850nm

Non-Condensing

Designed to meet IP67 rating for water and dust proof: optical window, electrical connection, and housing.

Beam Characteristics•Wavelength(nm)

ProfileBeam Diameter(mm)

Beam Divergence(mrad)

Comments

405 - 520

Collimated

1.0
1.5
2.5
4.0

0.66
0.48
0.36
0.30

For 405nm, otherwavelength has slightly
different parameters

633 - 980Collimated

1.0
1.5
2.5
4.0

0.95
0.70
0.48
0.40

For 633nm, otherwavelength has slightly
different parameters

For focused beam and shaped optical profile options of MiniLase PlusTM, contact Sales@blueskyresearch.com

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MiniLase PlusTM Mechanical Specifications (mm)Clamping Area

Polarization Marking Line

Wire Interface
800 ~ 1000mm

Connections

M5 Connector Interface

1

ReservedWhite

2GNDBlack3

Pout Adjust, Vset

Blue

4

Vcc (+5V or +9V)

RedConnections

Ordering Information:

1Reserved

2GND

3

Pout Adjust., Vset

4Vcc (+5V or +9V)

MINIP – XXX – VVV – RC - ZZ
XXX – Wavelength(nm)VVV – Power level (mW), 000 to 999
R - Beam size (mm):A=1.0mm, B=1.5mm, C=2.5mm and D=4.0mm
C - CollimatedZZ - Electrical options: for fixed CW operation: 2W= 2 wire leads, 2M = M5 connector;
for variable output: 3W= 3 wire leads, 3M = M5 connector

Blue Sky Research
510 Alder Drive, Milpitas, CA 95035
P: (408) 941-6068 | F: (408) 941-0406

ISO 9001:2015 Certified
RoHS 3 Compliant

VISIBLE AND INVISIBLELASER RADIATIONAVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM
CLASS 3B LASER PRODUCT

390nm - 1000nm

Sales@blueskyresearch.com
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Classified per IEC 60825-1