SL2002: Integrated Resonant Mode Laser Driver
Product Features
- Integrated 1 Cycle Boost Controller provides higher Peak Power > 100W
- Operates from a single 2.8V - 5.5V supply or battery
- Fires EEL Diodes or VCSELs
- Up to 1 MHz Pulse repetition frequency
- Built-in Laser Output Power Control, and Fire FET short fault detection
- I2C interface for Power Control and Fault monitoring
- 1 mm x 3.5 mm Package
- Samples and Evaluation Kits available now
SL2002 vs. Traditional Discrete Driver and Boost VR Approach
| SL2002 | Traditional Approach | |
|---|---|---|
| Solution Size (Quad EEL >400W) | 80 mm2 ✓ | > 400mm2 |
| Efficiency (Vin to Laser) | 85% ✓ | 45% |
| Laser Power Adjustability | Per Cycle ✓ | Several mS (Boost Feedback) |
| Eye Safety | Included ✓ | External |
| Programmability | I2C ✓ | Need MCU |
| Input Voltage Tracking | 4 cycles ✓ (Adjustable) | Several mS (Boost Feedback) |
| Cres Voltage Tracking | 4 cycles ✓ (Adjustable) | External |
