Ultra-short wavelength operation of a two-micron thulium fiber laser

The short wavelength limit of a thulium fiber laser is investigated. Wavelength tuning from 1720 nm to 1660 nm was demonstrated and fixed wavelength operation up to 12.6 W at 1726 nm with slope efficiency of 67% was achieved.

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Main Authors: Daniel, J. M. O., Simakov, N., Tokurakawa, M., Ibsen, M., Clarkson, W. A.
Format: Conference Proceeding
Language:English
Subjects:
Fiber lasers
Laser excitation
Laser transitions
Laser tuning
Optical fiber devices
Power lasers
Pump lasers
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Summary:The short wavelength limit of a thulium fiber laser is investigated. Wavelength tuning from 1720 nm to 1660 nm was demonstrated and fixed wavelength operation up to 12.6 W at 1726 nm with slope efficiency of 67% was achieved.
ISSN:2160-8989
2160-9004
DOI:10.1364/CLEO_SI.2014.SW1N.2