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Bringing ultrafast back to basics

 

The Collegiate is a wavelength-tunable ultrafast oscillator kit designed to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and hands-on experimentation for students and researchers. Originally introduced by KMLabs in 1994 as the first commercial Ti:sapphire laser capable of generating sub-12 femtosecond pulses, it has since been redesigned for greater accessibility and ease of use. The system offers practical experience with a real ultrafast oscillator, supporting a wide range of experiments in ultrafast optics and spectroscopy. With manual control over key parameters such as center wavelength, pulse duration, and mode-locking initiation, users gain a deeper understanding of the laser’s operating principles. These features make the Collegiate an ideal tool for educational laboratories and instructional settings.
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KMLabs Collegiate Datasheet

 

Collegiate Specifications

Center Wavelength ~ 800 nm
Tunable Wavelength Range ~ 750-850 nm
Repetition Rate ~ 93 MHz
Maximum Mode-locked Power > 500mW at 800nm

 

Features

In educational settings, Collegiate offers a high performance ultrafast laser system at an appealing price point. The components are easy to access and provide a foundation for understanding the optical layout and laser operation. Perfect for advanced undergraduate or graduate level instruction.

Offered in multiple tiers, Collegiate is designed to accommodate a wide range of budgets and instructional needs. Whether you're an early-career educator or working within tight departmental funding, each tier offers reliable performance and essential functionality for teaching and demonstrations.

  • The base-Collegiate provides a cost-effective solution without compromising on core features,
  • The standard-Collegiate includes a dust-proof enclosure and basic diagnostics such as a spectrometer and fast photodiode ideal for demonstrating the oscillator's output.
  • The premium-Collegiate includes enhanced mounting and full diagnostics package.

For ultrafast oscillators with custom needs, spare yourself the pain of starting from scratch. Instead, start with the Collegiate Ti:sapphire kit with its complete offering of compatible and tested components, and then modify as needed to meet your specialized requirements.

Applications

  • Undergraduate advanced optics labs
  • Frequency conversion into the UV and mid-IR
  • Spectroscopy
  • THz Generation