Thorlabs LDC-1300-DIL ( Covega )

The LDC1300 Series of Laser Diode Controllers combines a laser driver, thermoelectric cooler (TEC) controller, and a Dual in-line (DIL) mount into a compact package that can be controlled through an RS-232 interface. The controller is well suited for use with our Fabry-Perot Lasers, Superluminescent Diodes, Semiconductor Optical Amplifiers (SOAs), and Booster Optical Amplifiers (BOAs) that have an integrated TEC in a 14-pin butterfly or dual in-line package. The LDC drive board can deliver source currents up to 1 A and TEC currents of 2.5 A. The controller is adjusted for stable operation at 25 °C, assuming adequate heat sinking of the device. An LED indicator light is illuminated when the laser diode is enabled. The controller is also equipped with a monitor photodiode sensor that has an FC mating port that can be used to measure the output power of the device (in either dBm or mW).