The 808nm 50mW FP Laser Diode is a compact Fabry-Perot laser source supplied in a standard TO-5.6 package. It delivers a rated optical output power of 50mW with a typical center wavelength of 808nm, typical operating current of 80mA, and typical slope efficiency of 1.0W/A. Its strained quantum-well active region supports high efficiency and reliable operation for pump sources, medical equipment, target designation, measuring instruments and sensing applications.
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808nm 50mW FP Laser Diode Overview
The 808nm 50mW FP Laser Diode is a Fabry-Perot semiconductor laser supplied in a compact TO-5.6 package. It provides a rated optical output power of 50mW and a typical center wavelength of 808nm, making it suitable for compact optical modules requiring reliable near-infrared laser output.
The strained quantum-well active region supports high efficiency and stable operation, while the standard TO-can configuration simplifies mechanical and electrical integration into pump sources, medical equipment, targeting systems, measuring instruments and sensors.
Key Features
- 808nm Fabry-Perot laser diode
- Rated optical output power: 50mW
- Typical center wavelength: 808nm
- Strained quantum-well active region
- High efficiency
- High reliability
- Compact standard TO-5.6 package
- Typical operating current: 80mA
- Typical operating voltage: 1.85V
- Typical slope efficiency: 1.0W/A
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Test Condition | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rated Optical Output Power | Po | At rated operation | — | 50 | — | mW |
| Center Wavelength | λ | Po = 50mW | 803 | 808 | 813 | nm |
| Threshold Current | Ith | Po = 50mW | 25 | 30 | 35 | mA |
| Operating Current | Iop | Po = 50mW | — | 80 | 100 | mA |
| Operating Voltage | Vop | Po = 50mW | 1.75 | 1.85 | 2.2 | V |
| Slope Efficiency | SE | Po = 50mW | 0.8 | 1.0 | 1.1 | W/A |
| Beam Divergence | θ⊥ × θ∥ | FWHM | — | 35 × 8 | 38 × 10 | deg |
808nm Optical Output
The laser operates around a typical center wavelength of 808nm, with a specified wavelength range of 803–813nm at the rated 50mW optical output. This wavelength region is widely used in compact near-infrared laser modules and pump-source applications.
Electrical Performance
At the rated optical output power of 50mW, the laser provides a typical threshold current of 30mA, a typical operating current of 80mA, and a typical operating voltage of 1.85V.
The typical slope efficiency is 1.0W/A, supporting efficient conversion of drive current into optical output within the specified operating range.
Beam Characteristics
The beam divergence is specified at full width at half maximum (FWHM). Typical divergence is 35° × 8° in the perpendicular and parallel directions, with maximum values of 38° × 10°.
Typical PIV Characteristics
The PIV characteristic curve shows the relationship between operating current, optical output power and operating voltage. Optical output increases with drive current after the laser reaches threshold, while the operating voltage changes more gradually across the operating range.
Typical characteristic curves are provided as a performance reference. Individual devices may vary within the specified electrical and optical limits.
Absolute Maximum Ratings
| Parameter | Symbol | Maximum / Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum Optical Output Power | Po | 100 | mW |
| Maximum LD Reverse Voltage | VRld | 2 | V |
| Operating Temperature | Top | -40 to +70 | °C |
| Storage Temperature | Tstg | -40 to +85 | °C |
TO-5.6 Package
The laser is supplied in a standard TO-5.6 metal package with three leads for compact and reliable optical module integration. The mechanical drawing below provides the package dimensions in millimeters for PCB, socket and mechanical assembly design.
Typical Applications
- Pump sources
- Medical equipment
- Target designation
- Measuring instruments
- Optical sensors
Pump Source Applications
The 808nm wavelength and 50mW rated output make this FP laser diode suitable for compact pump-source modules where a standard TO-can package, reliable near-infrared emission and efficient electrical-to-optical conversion are required.
Medical and Measurement Applications
The compact TO-5.6 package supports integration into medical equipment, measuring instruments and sensing systems where a small near-infrared semiconductor laser source is required.
OEM Integration Support
We support 808nm FP laser diode projects for optical modules and OEM equipment. Package integration, operating conditions and optical requirements can be evaluated according to the target system design.
For project evaluation, please provide the required wavelength, optical output power, package configuration, operating conditions, sample quantity and estimated annual demand.
Request a Quote
Contact LumiLaserChip for pricing, samples, lead time and technical support for the 808nm 50mW FP Laser Diode in TO-5.6 package. Our team can support product selection and project integration for pumping, medical, targeting, measurement and sensing applications.
