MAY 22, 2007 -- In addition to the common wavelengths in the Vis, Laser Components IG (search for Laser Components) now offers what it calls a "reasonably priced" 850-nm semiconductor laser diode with 50 mW of output power.

According to the manufacturer, the most important features are:

• low power consumption (typ. 75 mA)
  
• operating temperature range: -10 to +50°C
  
• industry-standard 5.6-mm housing
  
• monitor diode included for power controlling.
  

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