Instrument Tests And Controls TECs Used In Telecomm LDMs

Aug. 1, 2001
Designed for testing and control of thermoelectric coolers (TECs) used in telecomm laser diode modules (LDMs), the Model 2510-AT reportedly is the optoelectronics industry's first GPIB-controlled, autotuning TEC temperature controller. By combining

Designed for testing and control of thermoelectric coolers (TECs) used in telecomm laser diode modules (LDMs), the Model 2510-AT reportedly is the optoelectronics industry's first GPIB-controlled, autotuning TEC temperature controller. By combining temperature control and measurement capabilities, the instrument is said to allow precise control of LDM wavelength and light-intensity output and short setup times leading too higher throughput rates. Two modes of autotuning are provided: minimum overshoot for device protection; and minimum settling time for accelerating the time to a stable temperature setpoint. Other features of the GPIB-controlled autotuning TEC tester include: a maximum output of 50W; sensor support that includes thermistors, RTDs and semiconductor temperature sensors; IEEE-488 and RS-232 interfaces; and a Peltier/TEC ohms function. Single-unit price is $4,750. KEITHLEY INSTRUMENTS INC., Cleveland, OH. (888) 534-8453.

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