Evaluation Boards for Laser Diode Drivers and TEC Drivers

Evaluation Boards for Easy Set-up and Operation of Laser Diode Drivers and TEC Drivers; 51 x 53 x 11 mm to 114 x 140 x 70 mm; Drivers Not Included

Wavelength Electronics provides a wide range of evaluation boards – helping engineers to quickly set up, operate and familiarize with Wavelength Electronics’ various series of laser drivers and TEC drivers. Featuring onboard switches, connectors, trimpots and other components, you can easily and quickly connect power supply and load, set parameters like current range, proportional gain or other setpoints and monitor values like the actual temperature – ideal for prototyping your control system and making it easier to integrate your final design.

Use the HTCEVALPCB evaluation board to rapidly prototype a complete temperature control system based on the HTC series of TEC drivers (HTCxxoo-62 variants, not included). This evaluation board includes the HTCHTSK heat sink and measures 107 x 112 x 32 mm with HTC and heatsink installed. DVM cable ready test points monitor the setpoint and actual temperature.

The LDDEVALP evaluation board supports the LDD P series of laser diode drivers (not included). Two jumpers set up for Type A, B, or C laser diodes. A power LED indicates when power is connected to the board. A transzorb protects against over-voltage. A cable for TO-3 laser diodes is available.

Use the PIDEVALPCB evaluation board to rapidly prototype a complete temperature control system based on the PID1500 series of TEC drivers (not included). This evaluation board measures 61 x 112 x 46 mm with the PID1500 TEC driver installed. DVM cable ready test points monitor the setpoint and actual temperature.

The PLDEVALPCB is an evaluation board for the PLD series of laser diode drivers (up to the PLD6500 model, driver not included), simplifying benchtop operation of the PCB mount drivers and reducing prototyping time. For the high-power variants PLD10000 or PLD12500 please refer to the PLD10EV evaluation board below. PLDEVALPCB measures 86 X 112 x 59 mm with the PLD driver installed and includes a terminal strip for easy wiring to the power supply and laser diode. DVM cable ready test points monitor the setpoint, current limit, and photodiode signal voltages.

Use the PLD10EV evaluation board to rapidly prototype a complete high-power laser diode control system based on the PLD10000 or PLD12500 laser diode drivers (not included). This evaluation board measures 114 x 140 x 70 mm with the PLD driver installed. Onboard switches, power supply configuration jumpers, and probe-ready test points simplify your setup and configuration tasks, so you will have the PLD up and running in minutes. The PLD10EV board includes high-current screw terminals to connect the power supply and laser diode.

Use the PTCEVAL evaluation board to rapidly prototype a complete temperature control system based on the using the PTC series of TEC drivers. This evaluation board measures 102 x 140 x 77 mm with the PTC driver installed. The screw terminal connector provides direct access to all the pins on the controller and speeds setup of the evaluation board with your electronics. Onboard switches and trimpots make configuration and operation of the controller simple. Convenient test points are easy to use for monitoring the setpoint and actual temperature

Use the WHY56ND-EV evaluation board to rapidly prototype a complete temperature control system based on the WHY56ND series of TEC drivers (not included). This evaluation board measures 57 x 57 x 28 mm with WHY56ND installed. Onboard switches, connectors, and trimpots make configuration and operation simple. Complete cable sets are included. Power and monitors are on one connector, load and sensor pins are on a second connector. Two SMT test points simplify the resistance measurement. An onboard fan connection can power a WXC30x fan attached to a WHS302 heat sink.

Use the WLD33ND-EV evaluation board to rapidly prototype a complete laser diode control system based on the WLD33ND series of laser diode drivers (not included). This evaluation board measures 57 x 57 x 29 mm with standoffs and WLD, but without thermal kits installed. Onboard switches, connectors, and trimpots make configuration and operation simple. Input and output cables are also included. An onboard fan connector can power a WXC30x fan attached to a WHS302 heat sink. The LDMOUNT-5A, a 14-pin butterfly laser diode mount with integrated heat sinking, is available for simple connections between the WLD33ND and the laser.

Use the WTC32ND-EV evaluation board to rapidly prototype a complete temperature control system based on the ultra-stable WTC32ND series of TEC drivers (not included). This evaluation board measures 57 x 57 x 53 mm with WTC32ND and full heatsink kit installed. Onboard switches, connectors and trimpots make configuration and operation simple. Configurable jumpers and switches optimize use of the sensor signal. An onboard fan connection can power a WXC30x fan attached to a WHS302 heat sink. When controlling laser diode temperature, the LDMOUNT-5A is available for simple connections between the WTC32ND and a 14-pin butterfly laser diode.

The WTCPEVAL Board contains all the external components necessary to evaluate and configure the WTCP5V5A series of TEC drivers (not included). Once operation is understood with the evaluation board, the WTCP can be seamlessly transferred to the WTCP-OEM board (see below). This evaluation board measures 102 x 114 x 32 mm. Test points are provided on the evaluation board so that essential signals can be monitored during the WTCP configuration process. Connectors for power supply and TEC are also provided.

The WTCPOEM board condenses the adjustable functions of the WTCPEVAL board for evaluating the WTCP-5V5A series of TEC drivers (not included) into a compact, fixed-value board, perfect for system integration. At 51 x 53 x 11 mm, this board includes a monitor/output connector, either a setpoint trimpot for a variable setpoint or a resistor pair for a fixed setpoint as well as resistors to set cooling and heating limits and all the tuning parameters. The WTCPOEM board is available as raw board or loaded with values specific to your application – please contact AMS Technologies for details.