CY0483 denotes a Yttrium Aluminium Garnet matrix doped with Holmium, Chromium and Thulium.

Notes:

1. When requesting or ordering a finished crystal, please provide the above specifications. For most applications, only the following details are required:

1) Nd dopant concentration; 2) Dimensions; 3) Surface finish; 4) Coating.

2. For special requirements, please supply a detailed specification for evaluation and manufacture.

Ho:Cr:Tm:YAG Applications

1. Medical Lasers:

- Lithotripsy: Ho:Cr:Tm:YAG lasers are used in medical procedures to fragment kidney stones and other urinary tract calculi, thereby facilitating their natural expulsion.

- Ophthalmology: These lasers are applied in ocular procedures, for example in glaucoma and cataract treatments.

2. Material Processing:

- Cutting and Welding: Ho:Cr:Tm:YAG lasers are used for cutting and welding metals and plastics given their high performance and precise control.

- Marking and Engraving: They are employed in industrial applications to mark and engrave materials such as metals, ceramics and plastics.

3. Scientific Research:

- Spectroscopy: These lasers serve as valuable tools in scientific research, particularly in spectroscopy and materials science, where precise infrared wavelength control is required.

4. Defence and Security:

- Military: Ho:Cr:Tm:YAG lasers are used in military applications for sensor or target system disruption. Their operation in the eye-safe infrared range is advantageous.

- Target Illumination: They can be utilised for target illumination or to guide various defence systems.

5. Environmental Monitoring:

- LIDAR (Light Detection and Ranging): Ho:Cr:Tm:YAG lasers are employed in LIDAR systems for environmental monitoring, atmospheric studies and mapping applications. Consequently, they measure distance, speed and terrain structure under different atmospheric conditions.

- Gas Sensing: These lasers may be used in gas sensors and monitoring systems to detect and analyse atmospheric gases and pollutants.