MNL 100

The MNL 100 nitrogen laser from LTB represents the cutting edge of small, compact UV gas lasers. It does not require an external gas supply. With a total volume of less than 3 liters, it weighs approx. 3.5 kg.

  • Extremely long operating life thanks to a closed laser tube in metal-ceramic technology
  • High precision due to direct switching semiconductor power switch
  • Patented
  • Certifications: CE, ETL-Report No. 05KFI005386 (UL, CSA, VDE, Semco), ROHS, FDA
  • Compatible with VSL337i OEM, VSL-337-ND
MNL 100
Wavelength 337.1 nm
Typ. pulse energy @ number of shots 65-120 @ 100 µJ @ Mio
Pulse power, typ. 18-43 kW
Max. repetition frequency 1…30 / 1…60 Hz
Energy stability ≤ 2 %
Focus stability < 15 bis < 25 µm
Current consumption 2.4 A

The Mini Nitrogen Laser MNL 100 is characterized by its long service life, low energy loss and high precision. This is achieved through the patented innovations

  • closed laser tube in metal-ceramic technology and
  • direct switching semiconductor power switch.

60 million laser pulses or maintenance-free operation for 2 years are guaranteed. An integrated laser controller enables extensive presettings and easy adaptation to different applications. The firmware allows the laser functions and parameters to be set and controlled via a PC interface. All trigger inputs and outputs are monitored by the trigger management system. The laser is supplied with an extra-low voltage of 24 V DC and is air-cooled. The scope of delivery includes a wide-range power supply unit (90 – 260 V, 50 – 60 Hz).


The MNL 100 is largely compatible with lasers of this class on the market and has the necessary certifications for all international markets: CE, ETL Report No. 05KFI005386 (UL, CSA, VDE, Semco), ROHS, FDA. Adaptation kits for installation in MALDI-TOF mass spectrometers or LIF systems from various manufacturers are available from LTB on request.

Features

Basic features

  • Pulse repetition rate: up to 60 Hz
  • Versions: Also available in a low-divergence version
  • Integrated control unit: Yes
  • Trigger management: Yes
  • Laser pulse counter: Yes
  • Calibration: Yes
  • Logbook function: Yes
  • Serial bus protocol: Yes
  • Logbook function: Yes
  • Interface converter: RS 232 to optical

Options

  • Operation also possible without a PC
  • Laser energy can be varied by the customer
  • Integrable energy monitor
  • Continuous beam attenuation unit can be integrated up to 1 : 10,000
  • Optical sync. out (jitter < 200 ps)
  • Integrierte Faserkopplung
  • Laser can be equipped with a fiber (200 - 1,000 μm)
  • USB to RS 232 adapter

Basic specifications

Wavelength 337.1 nm
Spectral bandwidth 0,1 nm
Guaranteed pulse energy ≥ 55 up to ≥ 130 µJ
Typ. pulse energy @ number of shots 65-120 @ 100 µJ @ Mio
Pulse half-width FWHM, typ. 3 ns
Pulse power, typ. 18-43 kW
Max. repetition frequency 1…30 / 1…60 Hz
Energy stability ≤ 2 %
Beam dimensions, vertical x horizontal, typ. 3 x 4 / 4 x 2,5 mm
Divergence, vertical x horizontal 2 ≤ 3,5 x ≤ 3 mrad
Focus stability < 15 bis < 25 µm
Beam exit angle, vertical x horizontal, typ. 0,5 (± 0,2) x 0 ± 0,1 / 0 ± 0,1 x 0 ± 0,1 grad
Trigger In Optical or electrical (TTL)

Electrical connection requirements

Voltage supply 24 V DC
Current consumption 2.4 A
Maximum / average power consumption 60 / 40 VA

Operating conditions

Operating temperature +15…+38 °C
Storage temperature -10…+60 °C
Max. relative humidity 85 %
Air pressure 750 – 1.300 mbar
Dimensions 321 x 95 x 95 mm
Weight 3,5 kg
Power supply dimensions (L x W x H) 180 x 80 x 50 mm
Weight of the power supply unit 0,6 kg

Models

UnitMNL 103-PDMNL 106-PDMNL 103-LDMNL 106-LD
Wavelengthnm337,1337,1337,1337,1
Spectral bandwidthnm0,10,10,10,1
Guaranteed pulse energy (90% after 60 m)1µJ≥ 130≥ 110≥ 75≥ 55
Type. Pulse energy @ number of shotsµJ @ Mio120 @ 100100 @ 10065 @ 10050 @ 100
Pulse half-width FWHM, typ.ns3333
Pulse power, typ.kW43372518
Max. Follow-up frequencyHz1…301…601…301…60
Energy stability SD%≤ 2≤ 2≤ 2≤ 2
Beam dimensions, vertical x horizontal, typ.mm3 x 43 x 44 x 2,54 x 2,5
Divergence, vertical x horizontal2mrad≤ 3,5 x ≤ 3≤ 3,5 x ≤ 3≤ 0,5 x ≤ 0,3≤ 0,5 x ≤ 0,3
Focus stability3µm< 15< 15< 25< 25
Beam exit angle, vertical x horizontal, typ.grad0,5 (± 0,2) x 0 ± 0,10,5 (± 0,2) x 0 ± 0,10 ± 0,1 x 0 ± 0,10 ± 0,1 x 0 ± 0,1
Trigger InOptical or electrical (TTL)Optical or electrical (TTL)Optical or electrical (TTL)Optical or electrical (TTL)
Jitter: ext. trigger - laser pulsens± 2,5± 2,5± 2,5± 2,5
Pulse delay: ext. trigger - laser pulsens1.300 ± 10%1.300 ± 10%1.300 ± 10%1.300 ± 10%
Sync Out (optional)3.5 ns before laser pulse (U > 4 V)3.5 ns before laser pulse (U > 4 V)3.5 ns before laser pulse (U > 4 V)3.5 ns before laser pulse (U > 4 V)
Jitter: electrical trigger - laser pulsens< 0,2< 0,2< 0,2< 0,2
Warm-up times< 20< 20< 20< 20
Control systemAutomode or software (DLL) via integrated controllerAutomode or software (DLL) via integrated controllerAutomode or software (DLL) via integrated controllerAutomode or software (DLL) via integrated controller
Guarantee / Warranty4At least 90% of the specified minimum energy (after 60 million pulses / 2 years)At least 90% of the specified minimum energy (after 60 million pulses / 2 years)At least 90% of the specified minimum energy (after 60 million pulses / 2 years)At least 90% of the specified minimum energy (after 60 million pulses / 2 years)
CertificationsCE, ETL, (UL, CSA, VDE, Semco), FDACE, ETL, (UL, CSA, VDE, Semco), FDACE, ETL, (UL, CSA, VDE, Semco), FDACE, ETL, (UL, CSA, VDE, Semco), FDA
Laser classification3B / IIIb3B / IIIb3B / IIIb3B / IIIb

1

Higher energy values on request

2

at max. following frequency; measurement at a distance of 5 m

3

related to focusing of 200 mm

4

Extension by one year possible

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Applications

  • OEM laser source
  • LIF
  • FRET
  • MALDI-TOF MS
  • Ion traps MS
  • UV microscopy
  • µ-LIBS
  • Pumping dye lasers
  • Photoacoustics
  • Optoacoustics

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