Auniontech Iceblink PS-450-2300 Ultrafast Supercontinuum Laser

Overview

The Auniontech Iceblink PS-450-2300 is an ultrafast, fiber-based supercontinuum laser engineered for high-brightness, spatially coherent broadband illumination across the visible to mid-infrared spectral domain. Leveraging nonlinear spectral broadening in highly nonlinear photonic crystal fiber pumped by a mode-locked picosecond Yb-fiber oscillator, the system generates a smooth, gap-free continuum spanning 450–2300 nm with exceptional spectral flatness and temporal stability. Unlike thermal or LED-based white-light sources, the Iceblink delivers femtosecond-to-picosecond pulse structure, enabling time-resolved spectroscopy, pump-probe experiments, and gated detection without spectral stitching or mechanical scanning. Its collimated visible-NIR output and single-mode behavior across the full bandwidth support diffraction-limited focusing and efficient coupling into spectrometers, microscopes, and interferometric setups—making it a foundational tool for advanced optical metrology and hyperspectral imaging.

Key Features

• Ultra-broad spectral coverage: seamless 450–2300 nm output with <0.5% RMS power stability over 8 hours (measured at 1 kHz sampling)
• High average power: >3000 mW total output, including >150 mW in the visible band (450–750 nm), enabling high signal-to-noise ratio in low-light detection
• Picosecond pulse architecture: <10 ps pulse width at 80 MHz repetition rate, optimized for time-gated applications and minimal thermal load on samples
• Spatial coherence preservation: M² <1.2 and single-mode fiber delivery ensure consistent beam quality and reproducible coupling efficiency into downstream optics
• Robust air-cooled design: No water chillers or external cooling infrastructure required; compliant with Class 1M laser safety standards when equipped with interlocked shutter
• Integrated synchronization interface: Optical sync output (TTL-compatible) and FC/APC connector enable precise timing alignment with streak cameras, TCSPC modules, or external modulators

Sample Compatibility & Compliance

The Iceblink PS-450-2300 is compatible with standard spectroscopic sample interfaces—including cuvette holders, integrating spheres, fiber-coupled probes, and microscope epi-illumination paths—without requiring spectral reconfiguration. Its unpolarized output eliminates polarization-dependent artifacts in transmission, reflection, and ellipsometric measurements. The system complies with IEC 60825-1:2014 (Edition 3.2) for Class 1M laser product safety when used with supplied beam-shaping optics and enclosure options. For regulated environments, optional audit-trail-enabled firmware supports GLP/GMP-aligned operation, with timestamped power logging and configuration history exportable via USB or Ethernet. While not FDA-cleared as a medical device, its spectral fidelity and stability meet ASTM E275, ISO 13694, and USP requirements for reference light source validation in analytical instrument qualification protocols.

Software & Data Management

Control and monitoring are managed through the vendor-agnostic Iceblink Control Suite—a cross-platform application supporting Windows, Linux, and macOS. The suite provides real-time power monitoring per spectral segment (configurable via virtual bandpass filters), automated warm-up stabilization routines, and programmable trigger delay calibration. All operational parameters—including output power setpoint, sync delay offset, and temperature telemetry—are logged with ISO 8601 timestamps and stored in HDF5 format for traceability. Remote operation is supported via TCP/IP (SCPI-compliant) or RS-232, enabling integration into LabVIEW, Python (PyVISA), or MATLAB automation frameworks. Optional firmware upgrade paths include 21 CFR Part 11-compliant user access control, electronic signature logging, and encrypted configuration backup—fully auditable for QC/QA laboratories under pharmaceutical or contract research organization (CRO) workflows.

Applications

• Time-resolved absorption & fluorescence spectroscopy: Simultaneous excitation across UV-Vis-NIR enables multi-wavelength kinetic analysis of photochemical reactions and carrier dynamics in perovskites or 2D materials
• Hyperspectral microscopy: Coupled with acousto-optic tunable filters (AOTFs) or liquid crystal tunable filters (LCTFs), supports label-free tissue classification and subcellular metabolic mapping
• FTIR and dispersive NIR spectroscopy: Replaces globar sources in benchtop and portable spectrometers, improving SNR by >20 dB in 1000–2300 nm range due to higher brightness and lower etendue
• Optical coherence tomography (OCT): Enables axial resolution <2 µm in spectral-domain OCT systems operating up to 1300 nm, with reduced speckle contrast versus ASE sources
• Calibration of imaging sensors & monochromators: NIST-traceable spectral radiance output (available upon request with calibrated spectroradiometer certificate) satisfies ISO/IEC 17025 requirements for reference source accreditation

FAQ

Is the Iceblink PS-450-2300 suitable for use in cleanroom environments?
Yes—the unit operates fan-cooled with filtered air intake and zero oil-based lubricants or outgassing components. It meets ISO Class 5 particulate limits when installed with optional HEPA-filtered exhaust ducting.

Can the spectral output be spectrally filtered in real time?
Yes—BOREAL tunable bandpass filter (sold separately) provides software-controlled selection of any 1–20 nm FWHM band between 450–900 nm with OD6 out-of-band rejection.

What maintenance is required over its operational lifetime?
No periodic optical alignment or consumable replacement is needed. Recommended annual verification includes power meter calibration check and fiber connector inspection per IEC 61300-3-35.

Does the system support external cavity feedback for wavelength locking?
Not natively—but the optical sync output and stable repetition rate enable integration with commercial wavelength lockers (e.g., Toptica DLC pro) using third-party PID controllers and piezo-driven grating mounts.

Are OEM integration kits available for embedded system developers?
Yes—Auniontech offers mechanical mounting plates, DC-powered variants (24 V input), TTL-gated shutter modules, and custom-length single-mode patch cables with SMF-28 or ZBLAN fiber options for extended IR transmission.