IRISIOME MANNY Series High-Flexibility Picosecond Tunable Laser System

Overview

The IRISIOME MANNY Series is a high-flexibility, turnkey picosecond tunable laser system engineered for advanced photonics research requiring precise temporal, spectral, and intensity control. Based on IRISIOME’s proprietary electro-optic pulse gating technology—developed at the University of Bordeaux—the MANNY platform generates ultrashort pulses without external amplification or complex cavity realignment. Unlike conventional mode-locked lasers, it decouples pulse duration, repetition rate, and wavelength tuning into independent, software-controlled parameters. This architecture enables true versatility across nonlinear optics, time-resolved spectroscopy, and super-resolution microscopy applications where deterministic pulse timing, low jitter, and high beam fidelity are non-negotiable. The system operates in both visible (515–780 nm) and near-infrared (1030–1560 nm) spectral bands, with discrete center wavelengths selected per model variant to match common nonlinear crystal phase-matching conditions and detector responsivity profiles.

Key Features

• Independent, continuous adjustment of pulse width (35 ps to several nanoseconds) and repetition rate (1 Hz to 2 GHz), including burst-mode operation for synchronized multi-pulse excitation
• Low timing jitter (<10 ps RMS) and high amplitude stability (<2% RMS power fluctuation over 8 hours), critical for pump-probe experiments and lock-in detection schemes
• High spatial coherence: diffraction-limited beam quality (M² 20 dB (linear)
• Modular design with air-cooling only—no chiller or water lines required—enabling integration into compact optical tables and cleanroom environments
• Turnkey operation via intuitive GUI and comprehensive SDK (C++, Python, LabVIEW), supporting remote triggering, TTL synchronization, and analog modulation inputs
• Compliance with IEC 60825-1:2014 Class 4 laser safety standards; integrated interlock interface for integration into larger experimental enclosures

Sample Compatibility & Compliance

The MANNY Series supports diverse sample interaction geometries—including single-point ablation, scanning confocal excitation, and bulk nonlinear conversion—without hardware modification. Its narrow spectral bandwidth (<1 nm FWHM) ensures high-resolution excitation in resonant processes such as stimulated Raman scattering (SRS) or coherent anti-Stokes Raman scattering (CARS). All models conform to EU CE marking requirements and meet essential health and safety provisions under the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2014/30/EU. For regulated laboratories, the system supports audit-ready logging (timestamped event records) compatible with GLP/GMP documentation workflows. While not FDA 21 CFR Part 11–certified out-of-the-box, its deterministic trigger architecture and deterministic pulse delivery enable straightforward validation for ISO 17025-accredited testing labs performing laser-based material characterization.

Software & Data Management

Control is delivered through IRISIOME’s native LaserControl Suite—a cross-platform application offering real-time parameter monitoring, waveform visualization, and script-based automation. The suite exports calibrated time-stamped datasets in HDF5 and CSV formats, preserving metadata (pulse energy, jitter histogram, thermal drift logs) for traceability. An open API enables bidirectional communication with third-party platforms: synchronization with oscilloscopes (e.g., Keysight Infiniium), spectrometers (e.g., Ocean Insight QE Pro), and beam profilers (e.g., DataRay WinCamD) is achieved via TCP/IP or USB-VCP protocols. Firmware updates are performed over secure HTTPS channels with SHA-256 signature verification, ensuring integrity in networked lab environments.

Applications

• STED Nanoscopy: Sub-50 ps pulses at 775/780 nm enable efficient depletion with minimal phototoxicity; adjustable repetition rate optimizes duty cycle for live-cell imaging
• Nonlinear Optical Spectroscopy: Dual-wavelength variants support sum-frequency generation (SFG) and difference-frequency generation (DFG) in mid-IR parametric down-conversion setups
• Time-Resolved Photoluminescence (TRPL): Low-jitter triggering synchronizes with gated ICCD or SPAD arrays for carrier lifetime quantification in perovskites and 2D materials
• Laser-Matter Interaction Studies: Tunable pulse width allows controlled transition from thermal to non-thermal ablation regimes in thin-film processing and LIBS calibration
• Bio-Photonics Instrumentation: Integrated into OEM flow cytometers and multiphoton endomicroscopy probes due to compact footprint and fiber-coupled VIS/IR options

FAQ

Is the MANNY Series suitable for ultrafast pump-probe experiments?
Yes—its sub-10 ps RMS jitter, programmable delay between pulse trains, and stable pulse-to-pulse energy make it appropriate for transient absorption and THz generation setups when paired with balanced detection electronics.
Can I upgrade pulse energy or average power after purchase?
No—power class (S/M/L/XL) is determined by internal amplifier stage configuration and thermal management design; upgrades require factory reconfiguration and recalibration.
What fiber connector types are supported for coupled models?
Standard FC/APC for single-mode VIS models; FC/PC or SMA905 for multimode IR variants; custom connectors (e.g., QD, E2000) available upon request with lead-time extension.
Does the system include beam diagnostics?
Beam profiling and spectral analysis are not built-in but fully interoperable with third-party tools including DataRay WinCamD-UCD23, Ocean Insight HR4000, and Bristol 621A wavelength meters.
How is long-term wavelength stability ensured?
Thermo-electrically stabilized seed diodes combined with passive athermal grating alignment yield drift <±5 pm over 24 h at constant ambient temperature (23 ± 1°C).