Description
The AgGaS2 Infrared Crystal is a high-performance middle-infrared material. It excels in applications requiring frequency conversion and direct infrared countermeasures. This material provides low absorption coefficients and excellent optical clarity for demanding laser applications.
Core Material Advantages
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Superior Transmission: This material operates with maximum efficiency between $0.9\text{ and }16\text{ }\mu\text{m}$. It ensures minimal signal loss in deep-IR setups.
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High Optical Nonlinearity: The crystal offers a large effective coefficient ($d_{36} = 39\text{ pm/V}$). This maximizes output in mixing experiments.
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Versatile Phase Matching: It allows for flexible configurations in OPO systems when pumped by commercial lasers.
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Low Absorption: Minimal thermal lensing effects ensure stable beam quality at high power levels.
Advanced Laser Integration
Our crystals deliver the precision required for elite research and defense sectors.
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Frequency Mixing Precision: This material supports difference-frequency mixing to cover a vital $3\text{ to }12\text{ }\mu\text{m}$ range.
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CO2 Laser Matching: It serves as an efficient medium for Second Harmonic Generation (SHG) of CO2 lasers.
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System Reliability: Optimized orientation and cutting ensure repeatable data in complex optical layouts. For deeper standards on nonlinear optical data, you can consult the Optical Society of America / Optica.
Technical Specifications
| Property | Value |
| Transparency Range | 0.73 to 21 μm |
| Optimal Transmission | 0.90 to 16 μm |
| Nonlinear Coefficient d36 | 39 pm/V |
| Absorption Coefficient | Extremely Low (Mid-IR range) |
| Crystal Structure | Tetragonal, space group 42m |
Main Applications of AgGaS2 Infrared Crystal
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OPO Systems: Efficient parametric oscillation when pumped by Nd:YAG lasers.
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Difference-Frequency Mixing: Versatile blending using diode, Ti:Sapphire, Nd:YAG, and IR dye lasers.
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Defense Security: Core component for direct infrared countermeasure (DIRCM) systems.
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Laser Harmonics: High-efficiency SHG processing for CO2 laser setups.
Why Choose X-Z LAB?
We optimize every AgGaS2 Infrared Crystal to provide meaningful data and high damage thresholds for your laser systems. Our fabrication standards ensure precise orientation tolerances and premium surface polishes. Please review our Scintillation Crystals if you also require high-density radiation detection materials for your laboratory.
