GAO FiberOptics Inc.    Toronto   Canada
Mar 24, 2011 Integrating functionality of both attenuator and optical power meter in one unit, Model 5501 provides measurement range of 2.5-65 dB and attenuating wavelength from 1,260-1,650 nm at accuracy of ±0.8 dB. Calibrated wavelengths include 1,310, 1,490, 1,550, and 1,625 nm. Equipped with LCD screen, handheld unit displays wavelength, input and output power, current attenuation, and selected step size and absolute/relative attenuation value simultaneously.

Ophir Optronics, Inc.    Wilmington, MA 01887
Mar 24, 2011 Combining NanoScan near-field profiler with dedicated M² measurement hardware and software, NanoModeScan enables quantitative measurement and viewing of high-power CO2 laser beams in as little as 20 sec. System also reports beam waist diameter and location, divergence, and beam's Rayleigh range for each axis. With update rate of 20 Hz, system is suitable for CO2 laser-based material processing, machining, and marking applications where laser performance needs to be adjusted in real time.

Aeroflex    Irvine, CA 92618
Feb 24, 2011 Used in conjunction with signal generator and RF digitizer modules, 3065A RF combiner operates from 250 MHz to 6 GHz and addresses needs of RF test system engineers working in cellular handset or RFIC and component manufacturing. Dual-input module, in addition to providing summed signal outputs, supports various combinations of input and output switched path configurations to enable testing of single- and multi-port RF devices without need to alter connections.

Mini-Circuits    Brooklyn, NY 11235
Feb 01, 2011 Covering frequency range of 250-6,000 MHz, Model ZN4PD1-63W+ is suitable for GPS, GSM, DCS, and PCS frequency bands, in addition to WiFi, Bluetooth, and 802.11a uses. Four-way, in-phase splitter and combiner features insertion loss of 1.0 dB above splitter loss up to 4 GHz, typical amplitude unbalance of 0.2 dB, and phase unbalance of 2°, making unit suited for parallel path/multichannel systems. Packaged in 3.5 x 4.5 in. enclosure, device includes built-in SMA connectors.

LIMO    Dortmund   Germany
Jan 20, 2011 Featuring continuous profile, Diffractive Beam Splitter eliminates undesirable ghost beam effects, enabling efficiency of 95-97%. Large beam angles are possible, depending on design of beam splitter, and split beams can be focused by means of optional lenses. Available in materials such as fused silica or CaF2, splitter is most suitable for solid-state lasers with wavelength of 355, 532, and 1,064 nm.

Semrock Inc.    Rochester, NY 14624
Nov 08, 2010 Available for use with DAPI, GFP, FITC, mCherry, Texas Red, and many other fluorophores, BrightLine® Filter Sets feature optimized dichroics with extended reflection and transmission bands. Each dichroic reflects light from long-pass edge down to UV wavelengths less than 350 nm and transmits light from edge up to IR wavelengths greater than 950 nm. With anti-reflection coating, dichroics provide minimum average transmission from 90-93%.

Vernon Tool Co.    Oceanside, CA 92054
Sep 28, 2010 Suited for small- to medium-sized fabricators of tube frame assemblies, MasterPipe(TM) Profiler (MPP) 2-axis, CNC pipe cutting machine is powered by Windows®-based OS and operated via touchscreen. It consolidates setup, programming, and cutting into one operation, and pre-loaded cut library optimizes pipe configuration flexibility. Capable of performing range of standard cuts, machine handles 1-12 in. OD pipe in lengths up to 40 ft.

Semrock Inc.    Rochester, NY 14624
May 24, 2010 Including 3 excitation and emission filters and matching beamsplitter with 4 precision edges, DA/FI/TR/Cy5-A is designed for simultaneous 4-color imaging by eye or with color camera using broadband illumination. FF01-387/485/559/649-25 quad-band exciter includes high-transmission passband at UV wavelengths in addition to 3 longer-wavelength precision passbands. Filters do not burn-out even under intense UV irradiation and are impervious to humidity and temperature-induced degradation.

Semrock Inc.    Rochester, NY 14624
May 18, 2010 Penta-Sedat multiband fluorescence filter set, DA/FI/TR/Cy5/Cy7-5X5M enables imaging of 5 distinct fluorophores simultaneously for complex imaging schemes. Including penta-beamsplitter, FF408/504/581/667/672-Di01 and Cy7 emitter, FF02-809/81, 11-filter set allows for high-speed imaging into near-infrared for in vivo and tissue applications, with up to 4 visible labels in addition.

Dicon Fiberoptics Inc.    Richmond, CA 94804
May 12, 2010 Fiber optic attenuator module can automate optical switches and fiber optic attenuators with complete plug-and-play modularity and control options. Product can be used with single mode fiber and can support up to 8 optical attenuators in single 1-wide GP750 module. Max attenuation level can be specified up to 40 dB of attenuation, and can also be specified for narrowband or broadband use in 1,290-1,330 nm, 1,530-1,570 nm and/or 1,570-1,610nm wavelength ranges.

GAO FiberOptics Inc.    Toronto   Canada
Dec 16, 2009 Rugged model A0610001 displays attenuation values in either dB or dBm and available calibrated wavelengths include 1,310, 1,490, 1,550, and 1,625 nm. Supporting operating time of 40 hr when fully charged, device features auto-off function and restores attenuating value automatically. It is designed for on-line testing and maintenance of fiber optic systems as well as digital communication system devices such as PHD or SDH, or systems using analog modulation such as CATV.

Agilent Technologies, Inc.    Santa Clara, CA 95051
Dec 03, 2009 Intended for cell biologists, Model MLC400 brings complex monolithic optic design technology and fiber coupling capability into complete laser illumination solution. Factory-aligned optical structure will not drift out of alignment due to environmental factors such as temperature changes or vibration. Configured with acousto-optic tunable filter as well as DPSS and diode lasers at 405, 488, 561, and 640 nm, unit is suited for TIRF, FRET, FLIM, FRAP, FISH, and PALM applications.

Newport Corp.    Irvine, CA 92606
Oct 22, 2009 With novel detector geometry that splits beam, Oriel IQE-200(TM) permits simultaneous measurements of external quantum efficiency and internal quantum efficiency of solar cells, detectors, or any photon-to-charge converting devices. Instrument combines light source, monochromator, advanced sensor technology, electronics, and software. Oriel QE Commander(TM) software, pre-loaded on PC, controls all components and accessories, providing simultaneous, real-time readout of EQE and IQE.

Edmund Optics    Barrington, NJ 08007
Oct 14, 2009 Designed to combine or separate multiple laser beams between 375 and 785 nm at 45° angle of incidence, Dichroic Laser Beam Combiners feature greater than 98% reflection and 95% transmission. Polarization-insensitive products, available at 6 cut-off wavelengths, are constructed from low-autofluorescence substrates with dense, durable coatings and feature Hard Ion-Beam Sputtered Coating. Applications include multi-laser fluorescence imaging and measurement.

GAO FiberOptics Inc.    Toronto   Canada
Oct 14, 2009 Operating at wavelengths from 1,290-1,625 Nm and temperature range of -5 to 75°C, manual variable optical attenuator is designed for optical power control and equalization of WDM systems, FTTx, OADM ,OXC, CATV, and measurement instruments. It features insertion loss of less than 1.5 dB, return loss of over 55 dB, and polarization dependent loss of less than 0.2 dB. Maximum handling power is 300 mW and attenuation level ranges from 10-45 dB.

Photon, Inc.    San Jose, CA 95119
Sep 25, 2009 Operating under BeamProfiler Software in MS Windows®, USBeamPro CCD provides NIST-traceable measurements of ISO Standard laser beam profile parameters - laser beam diameter, centroid, power/energy - for CW, pulsed, and single-shot lasers. USB 2.0 interface facilitates use and promotes portability, while ½ in. format 1,360 x 1,024 array with 4.65 µm square pixels offers total imaging area of 6.32 x 4.76 mm. Camera dimensions (70 x 95 x 33 mm) aid placement into typical optical paths.

GAO Tek Inc.    Toronto M1B2K4  Canada
Sep 01, 2009 Offering attenuation levels of 0-25 dB at 0.5 dB intervals, plug-in fixed attenuator provides high stability, low insertion loss, and works at wavelengths from 1,260-1,620 Nm with maximum handling power of 1 W. Device is suited for use in telecom networks, optical fiber CATV, measuring instruments, local area networks, and optical fiber sensors. Optimized for doped fiber technology, units are available with different connector types and end face configurations.

Edmund Optics    Barrington, NJ 08007
Jun 29, 2009 Zoom Beam Expanders are designed for Nd: YAG laser sources, providing variable magnification of 1-3x and 2-8x with adjustable focus to correct for laser beam divergence. Antireflective coating can be customized for various wavelengths. Devices are available for 1,064 nm lasers in both 1-3x and 2-8x models, with Output Clear Apertures of 20, 30, 38, and 60 mm; and in 532 nm models with magnification of 1-3x with aperture of 20 mm and, as with 355 nm models, 2-8x with apertures of 30 and 60 mm.

GAO Embedded Inc.    Toronto 12345  Canada
Jun 24, 2009 Featuring low insertion loss, high return loss and low PDL, PC board mountable variable optical attenuator is used for power control and equalization for WDMs, FTTx, CATV, OADM and measurement instruments. With operating wavelength between 1,290-1,625 nm, unit has maximum handling power of 1 W, and attenuation level from 10-45 dB at intervals of 0.5 dB. Manual attenuator is suited for fiber optic systems.

Semrock Inc.    Rochester, NY 14624
Jun 05, 2009 Targeted for high-speed and simultaneous multi-color imaging techniques, hard-coated dichroic beamsplitters can handle both transmitted and reflected light when separating beams of light by wavelength for simultaneous capture of multiple images. Filters are available in 25 x 36 mm rectangular size to fit most microscopes. Anti-reflection coating on backside provides transmission typically exceeding 95% average and minimizes artifacts from multiple reflections.