Laser Diode Products for the OEM - Power Technology, Inc.

C Option
k Centers the beam
axially with the
laser module’s
housing
k Available for the
following modules:
PM, PMT,
SPM, & SPMT
D Option
k Settings stored
in nonvolatile
memory
k Works with customer-supplied
computer or control
circuit
k Compatible with
our DigiPot controller
software
OPTIONS & ACCESSORIES
Options
Our vast array of options and accessories help
ensure that you have the perfect solution for your OEM
needs. Give us a call today to discuss which of these
Options—
DigiPot Software Configuration Menu
product enhancements will best suit the
demands of your application.
A Option: Apertures
An aperture is a stop placed on the end of a laser module to block parts of the laser beam. The result
is a projected spot that is circular in nature. Option C is automatically applied to a laser module when users
purchase Option A. The A option is compatible with the following modules: ACM, APM, IQ1A, IQ1C, IQ1H,
PM, PMT, PPM, SPM, and all modulated versions of these units.
C Option: Beam Centering
Option C is available for applications requiring a centered beam. This option involves moving the laser
diode in relation to the lens to center the beam at a customer-specified distance. This method of centering
is available for the following modules: PM, PMT, PPMT, SPM, and SPMT.
D Option: Digital Control
Modules compatible with our digital control options can interface directly with computerized or electronic
control circuits. This interface promotes precise control of a laser’s output power, wavelength, or temperature.
Our TTL-compatible D options have a memory that will retain a module’s setting for future use after deactivation.
They can be used as a one-time calibration of a laser’s settings or as a means of dynamically altering
these settings as new needs arise.
A variety of digital control options are available. Options D1, D2, and D3 are economical, lower resolution
choices that provide up to 100 possible adjustment positions. Options D4, D5, and D6 offer more precision
and higher resolution and are capable of either 256 or 512 adjustment positions.
In addition, we offer DigiPot controller software to aid users in making their digital control options work
for them. The DigiPot software configuration menu (see image above) enables you to set up your software for
proper operation and communication with your digital control options. You have two choices for creating your
software configuration. You may (1) load an existing, factory-supplied configuration file, or you may (2) create
your own configuration based on the design of your unit. Using either method, you have the option of setting
minimum and maximum pot travel values, preventing you from going outside of a specified range. A separate
window provides access to position controls for all available pots. These controls allow you to read existing pot
positions and to write new ones.
The DigiPot software is currently compatible with Windows 95, 98, and 2000. Give one of our sales engineers
a call to discuss any compatibility issues you may have.
PH 501.407.0712 / FAX 501.407.0036 / sAles@PowertecHnology.com / www.PowertecHnology.com