APE

The APE spectrometer by ST is a versatile instrument for characterizing light sources, including ultrafast and CW laser systems. Utilizing rotating grating technology, it achieves high resolution across a broad wavelength range from 200 nm to 6300 nm (200 nm UV to 6.3 µm in the mid-infrared). This makes it particularly useful for applications beyond silicon's spectral range and above 1100 nm, offering high resolution at a competitive cost.

The waveScan is designed for ease of use and automation. It features an interchangeable input port that adapts to free-space or fiber lasers, allowing for flexible integration into various setups. Control is facilitated via USB or TCP/IP, and the included software provides analytical tools such as automatic peak searching, centroid wavelength calculation, and full width at half maximum (FWHM) determination. Its capabilities make it an ideal real-time alignment tool for laser systems and suitable for long-term measurements.

This spectrometer is available in different configurations to suit specific needs, from UV analysis at 200 nm to mid-infrared applications up to 6.3 µm. The combination of high resolution, fair scan rates, convenient measurement control, and data processing makes the APE spectrometer a comprehensive solution for spectral analysis.