The Spectra-Physics Explorer® XP is the world’s first compact 5 W all-in-one green laser that combines laser head and power supply into a single package that fits in the palm of your hand. With the industry’s smallest footprint, light 3 kg weight, air-cooled design and rugged construction, the Explorer XP laser is simple to integrate into machine tools and is ideal for use on a moving gantry.
The Explorer XP laser delivers exceptional performance including short pulse width for minimum heat affected zone, unmatched pulse-to-pulse stability and superior beam quality. It operates across a wide repetition rate range from single shot up to 300 kHz. With a short laser resonator cavity, Explorer XP lasers produce high peak powers that in some materials can outperform higher average power green lasers. The superior mode quality (M2 <1.1 typical) over the full repetition-rate range leads to improved spatial resolution and larger depth-of-focus. The Spectra-Physics patented intra-cavity design enables efficient conversion to the green, resulting in the highest pulse-to-pulse stability for consistent processing and higher yields.
Based on the proven Explorer architecture, the Explorer XP laser is rugged and highly reliable for demanding 24/7 applications. All optical components are soldered in place to ensure exceptional ruggedness and durability in harsh operating environments. No solder flux is used, thereby minimizing organic contaminants that can degrade laser performance. Explorer XP lasers are tested to endure bare product shock and vibration with accelerations of up to 100 g.
Additionally, the system can be operated using TTL and analog control signals. Real-time pulse energy values are available on the integrated Analog Port. For applications that rely on the synchronization of multiple lasers, the Explorer XP offers a dedicated port to operate multiple lasers synchronously or with precisely separated laser pulses.
With its tiny footprint, ease of integration, exceptional performance, rugged and reliable construction and versatile features, the Explorer XP laser is the ultimate, air-cooled 532 nm DPSS solution.
