CY0479 Nd:KGW (Neodymium-doped Potassium-Gadolinium Tungstate Crystal)

Notes:

1. To inquire about or order a finished crystal, please specify the above-listed specifications. For most applications, we require the following details: 1) Nd doping concentration; 2) Dimensions; 3) Surface quality; 4) Coating.

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Nd:KGW Applications

1. Solid-state lasers: Nd:KGW is typically used as an amplification medium in solid-state lasers.

2. Spectroscopy: Nd:KGW crystals are employed in various spectroscopic procedures such as Raman spectroscopy, fluorescence spectroscopy and time-resolved spectroscopy.

3. Optical Parametric Amplifiers: Nd:KGW crystals can be utilised in the construction of optical parametric amplifiers (OPAs). These devices produce tunable, high-energy pulses in the mid-infrared (MIR) range. Consequently, they find use in ultrafast spectroscopy, biomedical imaging and experiments concerning coherent control.

4. Holography: Nd:KGW is suitable as a recording medium for the production of three-dimensional holograms and holographic optical elements (HOEs). These are used in holographic data storage, security and optical telecommunications.

5. Optical Communication: The tunable laser performance of Nd:KGW crystals makes them useful in optical communication systems. They can be applied as an amplification medium in tunable lasers for wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) and other communication technologies.

6. Ophthalmology: Nd:KGW lasers are used in ophthalmology for treatments such as retinal photocoagulation and vitreolysis.

7. LIDAR Systems: Nd:KGW crystals are utilised in laser-induced detection and ranging (LIDAR) systems. These systems use lasers to measure distances, map topography and detect objects. Consequently, Nd:KGW lasers facilitate high-energy pulses in LIDAR applications in atmospheric research, remote sensing and autonomous vehicles.