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USB Interface for Laser Diode and Temperature Controllers
- Wavelength Controller USB Interface
- QuickConnect™ software included
- Software-configurable safety limits
- Remotely control one LD and one TC
- Graph and log data in real-time
- Save and recall instrument setups
- Auxilliary 14-bit A/D input
- USB 2.0 full-speed compatible
- Connect multiple USBKITs to one PC
CAN BE USED WITH
- PTC2.5K-CH 2.5 A Temperature Controller, Chassis Mount
- PTC5K-CH 5 A Temperature Controller, Chassis Mount
- PTC10K-CH 10 A Temperature Controller, Chassis Mount
- PTC10K-BOOST Booster for PTC Temperature Controller
- PTC5000 5 A PCB-Mount Temperature Controller
- PTC10000 10 A PCB-Mount Temperature Controller
- PTCEVAL Evaluation Board for PTC PCB Series
- LDTC Series 500 mA Laser Driver & Thermal Control
- LDTC Series 1 A Laser Driver & Thermal Control
- LDTC Series 2.2 A Laser Driver & Thermal Control
- LDTC Series 2.2 A Laser Driver & Thermal Control
- PLD200 200 mA Laser Diode Driver, PCB
- PLD500 500 mA Laser Diode Driver, PCB
- PLD1250 1.25 A Laser Diode Driver, PCB
- PLD5000 5 A Laser Diode Driver, PCB
- PLD6500 6.5 A Laser Diode Driver, PCB
- Evaluation PCB for the PLD Series Laser Diode Drivers
- PLD10000 Laser Diode Driver – 10 A, PCB Mount
- PLD12500 Laser Diode Driver – 12.5 A, PCB Mount
- Evaluation PCB for the PLD10000 & PLD12500
- PLD5K-CH 5 A Laser Diode Driver, Chassis Mount
- PLD10K-CH 10 A Laser Diode Driver, Chassis Mount
- PLD12.5K-CH 12.5 A Chassis Mount Laser Driver
1 - 5 each
$695.00
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1 - 5 each$695.00
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6 - 14 each
$695.00$646.00 -
15+ each
$695.00$632.00
Contact Factory for High Volume Pricing
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If ordering from or shipping to Australia, China, or Hong Kong, please contact your distributor.
COMPUTERIZE THE WAVELENGTH ADVANTAGE
Expand the capabilities of your Wavelength controllers with the USBKIT and QuickConnect™ software. The USBKIT provides convenient computer control of most Wavelength chassis mount controllers and evaluation boards at a surprisingly low price. The QuickConnect™ software provides an intuitive virtual control panel that allows you to leverage the low-noise, high-stability laser diode and temperature control capabilities of Wavelength’s components to save time and money. The QuickConnect™ software is compatible with x86 (32-bit) and x64 (64-bit) PCs.BIG FEATURES IN A SMALL PACKAGE
The USBKIT loads many features into one small package, making it a terrific value-add for your laser lab or manufacturing floor.- The USB board includes D/A for remote setpoint control and A/Ds for monitoring actual temperature or current.
- The software provides control of one laser diode driver, one temperature controller, an auxiliary monitor, and full graphing and datalogging of selected parameters.
- Multiple USBKITs can be attached to the same computer, allowing for control of complex systems.
- Setup configurations can be saved for repeating experiments or manufacturing testing routines.
- The QuickConnect™ software includes on-screen wiring diagrams for the selected Wavelength modules, making set-up a snap.
- Two strip charts graph laser and temperature data as a function of time. Selected data can be continuously logged.
PLUG-IN CONVENIENCE FOR OEMS
Build the USBKIT into your OEM laser system and enjoy the convenience of closed-cover system calibration and troubleshooting—all you need is the USB cable that comes with the USBKIT.LEARN MORE
Download the brochure to learn more about how this powerful tool will allow you to leverage the capabilities of your Wavelength electronics across a wide range of applications. Free, effective, and responsive technical support is available to simplify integration of Wavelength products into your OEM design. Standard product can be easily modified to meet your application requirements.Size: 3.2 x 2.8 x 1.2 inches
Weight: 2 ounces
Supply Voltage: USB Powered
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 55°C
Storage Temperature: -40°C to 85°C
A/D Resolution: 13 or 14 bits
D/A Resolution: 12 bits
The USBKIT is NOT compatible with Windows 11 operating systems.
Top View of the USBKIT
Connections are screw terminal blocks. Standard Wavelength cables (stripped back 5″) are recommended.
USBKIT Features — Product by Product
| PRODUCT FAMILY |
PRODUCTS | Temp Setpoint Control |
Temp Controller Enable |
Actual Temp Monitor |
Temp Setpoint Monitor |
Laser Setpoint Control |
Laser Output Enable |
Actual Laser Current Monitor |
PD Current Monitor |
Laser Current Limit Monitor |
Limit Status |
| PTC-CH | PTC2.5K-CH PTC5K-CH PTC10K-CH |
X | X | X | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| PTC PCB | PTC5000 PTC10000 |
X | X | X | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| LDTC 2-2 | LDTC 2-2 E LDTC 2/2 O |
X | – | X | X | X | X | X | X | – | – |
| LDTCxx20 | LDTC0520 LDTC1020 |
X | – | X | X | X | X | X | X | – | – |
| PLD-CH | PLD5K-CH PLD10K-CH PLD12.5K-CH |
– | – | – | – | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| PLD PCB | PLD200 + EVAL PLD500 + EVAL PLD1250 + EVAL PLD5000 + EVAL PLD6500 + EVAL |
– | – | – | – | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| PLD10EV | PLD10000 + EVAL PLD12500 + EVAL |
– | – | – | – | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Additional modules can be controlled. Contact the factory for details.
QuickConnect™ Software — Example of Laser Diode Control Tab
1 = Model Specific Wiring Diagram
2 = Laser Diode Driver Control Mode
3 = DC Bias Current as set by onboard trimpot
4 = Laser Diode Current Setpoint
5 = Over-Temperature Safety Setting
6 = Status Monitoring
DATASHEETS
APPLICATION & TECH NOTES
- AN-LD13: Laser Diode Driver Basics
- AN-LD16: Grounding with Special Laser Diode Configurations
- AN-LDTC01: The Principle of the Safe Operating Area
- AN-LDTC03: Power Supply Basics
- AN-LDTC04: Test Load Basics
- AN-LDTC05: Bandwidth Basics
- AN-LDTC06: ESD Basics
- AN-TC08: Mounting and Soldering Nickel-Lead Thermistors
- AN-TC10: Temperature Controller Basics
- AN-TC11: Thermistor Basics
- AN-TC14: Calibration Coefficients and Thermistor Selection
- AN-TC15: Compliance Voltage & Temperature Control Design with Multiple Thermoelectric Coolers
- TN-TC01: Optimizing Thermoelectric Temperature Control Systems
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