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AOMO 3041 GE 10.6UM 11.6MM Modulator

The AOMO 3041 GE 10.6UM 11.6mm is a Germanium acousto-optic modulator designed for CO₂ and long-wave infrared laser systems where high optical throughput, robust power handling and stable thermal performance are key requirements.

Full Product Description
Stock Code:
97-03450-01
Minimum Wavelength (nm):
10600
Maximum Wavelength (nm):
10600
Center Frequency (MHz):
40.68

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Product description

The AOMO 3041 GE 10.6UM 11.6mm provides controlled modulation for long-wave infrared laser systems where efficient transmission, reliable beam control and thermal stability are important. Its Germanium interaction material is well suited to infrared operation, supporting dependable performance in demanding CO₂ laser and Far IR photonics applications.

This modulator is designed for systems that require stable beam gating, optical switching and intensity control under higher optical and RF power conditions. Low-reflection coated optics, high transmission, compressional acoustic operation and water-cooled thermal management make it suitable for industrial laser processing, materials processing, scientific laser platforms, infrared test systems and specialist OEM laser equipment.

Key features

  • Designed for CO₂ and LWIR laser systems
  • Supports stable beam gating, optical switching and intensity modulation
  • Germanium interaction material supports efficient infrared beam interaction
  • High optical transmission helps preserve available laser power
  • Low-reflection coated optics help reduce unwanted optical losses
  • Compressional acoustic mode supports robust modulation performance
  • Linear polarisation supports predictable optical system integration
  • Water-cooled housing supports thermal stability in demanding laser platforms
  • Designed for higher optical power density applications
  • Supports clean diffracted beam control and practical beam separation
  • Suitable for industrial laser processing and materials processing systems
  • Supports scientific laser platforms, infrared test systems and OEM laser equipment
  • Ideal for applications requiring reliable long-wave infrared beam control

Specifications

NameValue
Stock Code97-03450-01
ModelAOMO 3041 GE 10.6UM 11.6MM
Spectral RegionLWIR
Minimum Wavelength (nm)10600
Maximum Wavelength (nm)10600
Separation Angle at Center Wavelength (mrad)78.4
Center Frequency (MHz)40.68
Rise Time (ns/mm)120
Active Aperture Height (mm)11.6
Active Aperture Length (mm)11.6
Optical MaterialGermanium
Acoustic Velocity (mm/µs)5.5
Recommended RF DriverHP041-125ADG-A10

(Values for Guidance Only - refer to datasheet where available)

  • Example AR Coating Curve (Guidance only)

    AR coating curve chart showing reflection percentage plotted against wavelength in microns, from about 6.6 to 14.6 microns. The single curve forms a narrow U-shape, dropping steeply from around 5% reflection at shorter wavelengths to a minimum just above 0% near 10.6 microns, then rising sharply again toward longer wavelengths. The chart indicates optimum antireflection performance around 10.6 µm.