High-density, high-temperature alkali vapor cell

We present a vapor cell design that enables resonant optical spectroscopy in high-density, high-temperature alkali metal vapors. Optical access is provided via reflection from the interface between the vapor and a sapphire window. The cell resists corrosion from the highly reactive alkali vapors, in...

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Published in:Review of scientific instruments 2008-12, Vol.79 (12), p.123104-123104-4
Main Authors: Lorenz, V. O., Dai, X., Green, H., Asnicar, T. R., Cundiff, S. T.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:We present a vapor cell design that enables resonant optical spectroscopy in high-density, high-temperature alkali metal vapors. Optical access is provided via reflection from the interface between the vapor and a sapphire window. The cell resists corrosion from the highly reactive alkali vapors, in our case, potassium, up to 800 ° C (number densities up to 10 19   cm − 3 ). The cells maintain their integrity for an average of 100 h above 500 ° C with about 10 heating/cooling cycles.
ISSN:0034-6748
1089-7623
DOI:10.1063/1.3036982