High-Performance Optical Parametric Amplifiers (OPAs) for Flexible Wavelength Control
Clark-MXR offers a range of optical parametric amplifiers (OPAs), allowing you to select the ideal solution to match your research needs and budget.
NOPA™: Ultrafast, Broadly Tunable Pulses
NOPA™ is a white light continuum-seeded OPA designed for generating ultrashort, tunable pulses across UV, visible, and IR wavelengths. It integrates seamlessly with ultra-stable Clark-MXR laser systems, including:
- CPA-Series Amplified Ti:Sapphire Amplifier (Model NOPA)
- IMPULSE Yb-Doped Fiber Oscillator/Amplifier (Model iNOPA)
Reliable Performance in Real-World Applications
Our commitment to precision and stability was put to the test at the CLEO conference. We transported a fully operational NOPA™, pumped by the CPA-2101, from our Dexter, MI facility directly onto the Anaheim, CA showroom floor. After a simple power connection and minimal beam adjustments, NOPA™ was electronically tuned from deep red to blue—demonstrating its seamless wavelength control throughout the event.
Even after the system’s return to Dexter, MI, post-show testing confirmed its continued optimal performance, requiring only minor tweaks for peak operation.
Discover how Clark-MXR’s OPAs can elevate your research with unmatched stability, tunability, and ease of integration.
High-Performance Non-Collinear Optical Parametric Amplifiers (NOPA & iNOPA)
Unlock ultrafast, broadly tunable pulses with Clark-MXR’s advanced optical parametric amplifiers, designed for seamless integration with CPA-Series and IMPULSE™ laser systems.
NOPA™ – CPA-Series-Pumped Optical Parametric Amplifier
Engineered for precision-driven experiments, NOPA™ delivers:
- Ultrafast Pulse Widths: Sub-15 fs for high-resolution studies
- High Repetition Rates: Up to 6 kHz for enhanced data acquisition
- Broad Wavelength Tunability: 450–1600 nm with gap-free coverage
- Powerful Output: >8 µJ pulse energy for demanding applications
- Exceptional Stability: <1% RMS for frequencies above 2 Hz
iNOPA™ – IMPULSE-Pumped Optical Parametric Amplifier
Optimized for fiber-laser-based ultrafast research, iNOPA™ offers:
- Ultrafast Pulse Widths: Sub-20 fs for advanced spectroscopy and imaging
- Customizable High Repetition Rates: 1–2 MHz (up to 4 MHz)
- Wavelength Tunability: 480–1000 nm, with available SHG units for extended coverage
- High Precision Output: >250 nJ pulse energy for ultrafast dynamics studies
- Reliable Stability: <1% RMS for frequencies above 2 Hz
Enhance your experimental capabilities with Clark-MXR’s NOPA™ and iNOPA™, delivering unmatched flexibility, stability, and wavelength tunability for cutting-edge applications.
Non-collinear optical parametric amplifiers (NOPAs) enable cutting-edge research and advanced photonic applications by providing ultrafast, broadly tunable pulses with exceptional temporal resolution. These systems are ideal for:
- Ultrafast Spectroscopy: Investigate molecular dynamics with femtosecond precision, enabling pump-probe studies of electronic and vibrational states.
- Microscopy & Imaging: Enhance nonlinear optical imaging techniques such as two-photon excitation microscopy, SHG microscopy, and fluorescence lifetime imaging.
- Femtosecond Science & High-Field Physics: Generate tailored pulse sequences for strong-field interactions, enabling fundamental studies in femtosecond electron dynamics.
- Material Characterization: Probe ultrafast processes in semiconductors, nanomaterials, and thin films, revealing electronic and optical properties with high spatial and spectral resolution.
- Quantum Optics & Coherent Control: Enable precise manipulation of quantum states in photonic systems, aiding in quantum computing and secure communication research.
With their tunable wavelength coverage and ultrashort pulse durations, NOPAs provide unmatched versatility for researchers exploring ultrafast dynamics and nonlinear optical phenomena.
