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Supply of Cavity Stabilised Laser to National Physical Laboratory

Awarded 05 Jan 2021

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Awarded05 Jan 2021

Value£149,500.00

SupplierMenlo Systems GmbH

AgencyNational Physical Laboratory

RegionSouth East

CategoryResearch & Development

Ended 5y 5mo ago5mo term

Awarded 5 Jan 2021Expired 30 May 2021

About

National Physical Laboratory awarded a contract to Menlo Systems GmbH for the supply of a compact ultrastable laser system for optical frequency metrology.

The system comprises a 1542 nm laser source frequency-locked to an ultrastable optical cavity, including optics and electronics for control and monitoring in 19-inch rack-mount enclosures, with output via single-mode fibre.

It features user-selectable laser frequency, remote control and monitoring, and is designed for reliable continuous operation under data centre environmental conditions.

The supply includes delivery of the performance-verified system ready for user installation, operating software, a detailed operation manual, and comprehensive performance characterisation including phase noise and instability.

The contract value is AUD 149,500.

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