Red laser boasts 12W output

Edited by the Engineeringtalk editorial team Jul 6, 2004

The Genesis Red Q-switched NdYAG laser system is designed to fill the gap for high red power, producing 12W average power at 659nm.

The Genesis Red Q-switched NdYAG laser system is designed to fill the gap for high red power, producing 12W average power at 659nm.

Recent developments in diode-based technology have enabled Laser Innovations to develop this compact, long-life system.

Using a combination of Q-switching, second harmonic generation and precise temperature control of the SHG crystal, Genesis Red delivers 12W of 659nm emission with a long-term power variation of 1.5%.

Exit beam diameter varies from 2 to 3mm through the full power range, with a beam divergence of 4mrad, although with the optional beam expander the divergence can be reduced to less than 1mrad full angle.

Pulse repetition frequency is variable between 10 and 25kHz.

Pulse width is typically 500ns.

External modulation input allows for user required pulse trains.

The laser system runs off a standard 220V power socket, drawing only 6A and requires no external water cooling.

The Genesis Red has RS232 remote control and can be operated directly from a PC using suitable software.

Startup, repetition rate, power, Q-switching, shutdown and safety shutter are all controlled from a handheld unit.

The laser head measures 600 x 160 x 150mm.

Genesis Red is a natural development from the existing Genesis Green, the company's 40W 532nm Q-switched laser system, which has similar performance specifications to the above.