Ultrahigh Power Infrared Array Laser Diode
Achieves 40 W Optical Power Output

Did you know that ultrahigh power infrared laser diodes are used in welding equipment and the equipment used to trim photomasks? These ultrahigh power infrared laser diodes now have the high reliability to respond to the needs of this evolving industrial equipment. Sony continues to push the limits of increased power and improved reliability in the laser diodes that support these developments. Sony has now developed the SLD432S 40 W optical power output array laser diode that features both high power and the ability to be used in a wide range of applications.

■ Emission wavelength: 808 ±3 nm
■ Rated optical power output: 40 W, CW
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■ High reliability
■ Low operating current