CY0487 Yb:KGW (Ytterbium-doped Potassium-Gadolinium Tungstate)

Yb: KGW Description

Yb: KGW Specifications

Notes:

1. To inquire about or order a finished crystal, please provide the specifications as listed above. For most applications, we only need to know the following:

1) Nd-dopant concentration;  2) Sizes;  3) Surface quality;  4) Coating.

2. For special requests, please provide a detailed specification for evaluation and fabrication.

Yb: KGW Applications

1. Materials Processing:

· Cutting and Welding: Yb:KGW lasers are employed in industrial cutting and welding processes, particularly for metals, ceramics, and plastics, thanks to their high-power output and precise beam quality.

·Marking and Engraving: They are used for precision marking and engraving on various materials.

2. Scientific and Research Applications:

· Spectroscopy: Yb:KGW lasers are utilized in research laboratories for spectroscopic studies, enabling the analysis of chemical compounds, materials, and biological samples.

· Ultrafast Laser Systems: Yb:KGW crystals play a crucial role in ultrafast laser systems, facilitating experiments and investigations in fields such as physics, chemistry, and biology.

3. Medical and Biomedical Applications:

· Ophthalmology: Yb:KGW lasers are used in ophthalmic surgeries, including procedures for vision correction.

· Dermatology: They are employed for dermatological treatments such as skin resurfacing and tattoo removal.

4. Defense and Security:

· Target Illumination: Yb:KGW lasers are used in military applications for accurate target illumination.

· Countermeasures: They can be employed in countermeasure systems to disrupt or blind sensors and targeting devices.

5. Environmental Sensing:

In environmental monitoring, Yb:KGW lasers can be used in LIDAR systems for remote sensing, atmospheric studies, and terrain mapping.

Yb: KGW Packing

Yb:KGW (Ytterbium-doped Potassium-Gadolinium Tungstate) are securely packaged in moisture-resistant, anti-static, and shock-absorbing materials. Custom packaging options, such as cleanroom packaging, are also available for sensitive applications.

Yb: KGW FAQs

Q1 What are the lasing wavelengths of Yb:KGW?

Yb:KGW lasers typically operate at 1023-1040 nm, with the exact wavelength depending on the pumping source and cavity design. These lasers are also used in frequency-doubling systems to generate visible light at around 510-520 nm.

Q2 What pumping sources are suitable for Yb:KGW lasers?

Yb:KGW lasers are diode-pumped, typically using laser diodes in the wavelength range of 900-980 nm, which efficiently excite the ytterbium ions for lasing.

Q3 Are Yb:KGW lasers suitable for frequency conversion?

Yes, Yb:KGW lasers can be used with nonlinear crystals, such as KTP or LBO, for frequency doubling, tripling, or other nonlinear optical processes, generating visible or UV wavelengths for specialized applications.