PicoQuant has released a new multiple colour pulsed diode laser called Prima. The stand-alone, compact laser module provides three individual wavelengths.
In a recent webinar, PicoQuant has unveiled its latest laser innovation: the stand-alone, fully computer-controlled laser module Prima.
Prima generates laser light at 635, 510, and 450nm with each colour being emitted individually, one at a time. These three wavelengths cover most of the excitation needs for daily lab tasks, such as lifetime or quantum yield measurements, photoluminescence, and fluorescence. The new laser module supports pulsed operation with repetition rates up to 200MHz, continuous wave (CW) mode as well as fast switching CW capability with a rise/fall time of less than 3ns. In pulsed mode, each wavelength can achieve an average optical output power of typically 5mW, and up to 50mW in CW mode.
Thanks to its stand-alone design, Prima does not require any additional laser driver. All settings and operating parameters are fully computer controlled via an intuitive, WindowsTM based control software. Prima’s flexibility and ease of use make it a versatile yet affordable tool for many research applications in life or materials science.
