Horizon
V2
Supercontinuum Fiber Laser with Ultra Flat Spectrum
Spectral Range:
410 – 2300 nm
Average Power:
≥ 4 W
Visible Range (410-850 nm) Average Power:
≥ 300 mW
Ultra Flat Spectrum
Outstanding Power Stability
The Horizon Supercontinuum Fiber Laser is a cutting-edge optical source designed to redefine performance in spectroscopy and imaging. With an ultra-flat spectrum, free of spurious spectral peaks, it spans an impressive spectral range of 410 and 2300 nm.
With its spatial coherence, broad spectral coverage and spectral flatness, Horizon outperforms traditional supercontinuum sources
Ideal for advanced scientific and industrial applications, including fluorescence lifetime imaging and beyond, where consistent, high- quality illumination is critical. Whether in research or industrial environments, Horizon empowers users with a robust, high-performance solution for their optical needs.
Technical Specifications
Repetition Rate
80 ± 2 MHz
Average Power
≥ 4 W
Visible Range (410-850 nm) Average Power:
≥ 300 mW
Pulse Duration
≤ 10 ps @ 1060 nm | ≤ 250 ps full spectrum*
Power Stability
≤ 0.5 % (std. dev.)
Polarization
Unpolarized
Output Port
Single Mode Fiber, 1.0 m length (customizable)
Optical Output
Collimated (in the range 450 - 1000 nm), Single-mode across full spectrum
Synchronization / Connections
TTL (SMA)
Beam Diameter @ 1 m of distance
@470 nm ≤ 2.65 mm / @580 nm ≤ 3 mm / @725 nm ≤ 4 mm / @1150 nm ≤ 4.2 mm
Spatial Mode Quality (M2 )
≤ 1.2
Cooling
Thermoelectric cooler + air cooling
Power Requirements
110V - 220V / 50Hz-60Hz
Operating Temperature
20 - 30 ºC
Storage Temperature
0 - 60 ºC
Dimensions
436x560x151 mm (WxDxH)
Control:
Manual / Software via USB
Safety Connections:
Interlock / Key
Optical Spectrum
Security
This product is a Class 4 laser. Appropriate safety measures according to such laser class should be taken in its installation and use SPECTRAL PROFILE AND OTHER DETAILED SPECS UNDER REQUEST
SPECTRAL PROFILE AND OTHER DETAILED SPECS UNDER REQUEST
*Estimated value
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Boreal - Tunable Visible Range
Is the accessory for supercontinuum lasers to choose any wavelength in the visible range (400 - 1000 nm). The perfect white laser plug-in accessory for bioimaging, nanophotonic and more.
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Is the accessory for supercontinuum lasers to choose any wavelength in the NIR range (1000 - 1700 nm). The perfect white laser plug-in accessory for NIRS, and Optical Characterization of Device.
Horizon Applications & References
Horizon for Optical characterization of material and devices, Life Science Microscopy and Astronomical Research.
Enhanced Light Sheet Elastic Scattering Microscopy by Using a Supercontinuum Laser
Light sheet fluorescence microscopy techniques have revolutionized biological microscopy enabling low-phototoxic long-term 3D imaging of living samples. Although there exist many light sheet microscopy (LSM) implementations relying on fluorescence, just a few works have paid attention to the laser elastic scattering source – Read more.
Diego Di Battista, David Merino, Giannis Zacharakis, Pablo Loza-Alvarez and Omar E. Olarte
Feasibility of supercontinuum sources for use in glucose sensing by absorption spectroscopy
Diabetes mellitus 1 requires tight control of the blood glucose levels to avoid harmful effects of either too high (hyperglycemia) or too low (hypoglycemia) blood sugar. Due to the availability of low-cost components, fiber-coupled near infrared (NIR) absorption spectroscopy could be a feasible measurement method. – Read more.
Silje S. Fuglerud, Karolina Milenko, Reinold Ellingsen, Astrid Aksnes, and Dag R. Hjelme
Using fiber-optic sensors to give insight into liquid-solid phase transitions in pure fluids and mixtures.
Fiber optic sensors offer a new and unique way to detect and analyze phase transitions, due to their small thermal mass and inert material. This paper presents and demonstrates a dual-sensor system to detect and analyze phase transitions in pure water and aqueous ethanol mixtures. – Read more.
Markus Solberg Wahl, Øivind Wilhelmsen, Dag Roar Hjelme
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Horizon FAQs
What is a Supercontinuum Fiber Laser with an Ultraflat Spectrum, and how does it differ from standard Supercontinuum Fiber Lasers?
A high‑power supercontinuum fiber laser source, such as the FYLA Horizon (≥ 4 W), offers a broad spectral range from 410 to 2300 nm combined with an ultra‑flat and uniform spectral profile. Compared to standard supercontinuum fiber lasers, FYLA Horizon delivers higher output power and significantly improved spectral uniformity, reducing intensity variations across wavelengths and improving measurement reliability.
FYLA Horizon Supercontinuum Fiber Laser with Flat Spectrum vs. Conventional Supercontinuum Lasers: Why Does It Matter?
Conventional supercontinuum laser sources often exhibit strong spectral peaks, requiring normalization or post‑processing corrections. FYLA Horizon flat spectrum provides uniform excitation across the full bandwidth, enabling more accurate photoluminescence spectroscopy, fluorescence measurements, and applied spectroscopy systems with reduced data‑correction effort.
Why is the FYLA Horizon Supercontinuum Fiber Laser Suitable for Spectroscopy and Optical Characterization of Materials?
In materials spectroscopy and optical characterization, spectral uniformity and power density directly impact resolution and accuracy. The FYLA Horizon supercontinuum source for spectroscopy provides:
- Broad continuous coverage from VIS to NIR
- Uniform spectral intensity
- High optical power for low‑signal samples
This enables detection of fine spectral features and improves the signal‑to‑noise ratio in absorption, reflection, and transmission measurements, including UV‑VIS‑NIR spectroscopy and infrared spectroscopy instrumentation.
How Does FYLA Horizon Supercontinuum Fiber Laser Improve Photoluminescence (PL) Experiments?
Fluorescence applications benefit from FYLA Horizon low‑ripple, evenly distributed white light laser source, which provides:
- Uniform excitation of fluorophores
- Stronger fluorescence signals
- Reduced excitation bias across wavelengths
This enables consistent fluorescence imaging and improved detection of faint structures in microscopy setups, including confocal microscopy light source and two‑photon fluorescence microscopy configurations.
Can FYLA Horizon Supercontinuum Fiber Laser Be Used in Biological and Life Science Applications?
Yes. FYLA Horizon delivers bright, uniform illumination across a broad spectral range, making it a powerful biophotonics laser source for biological imaging and analysis, including:
- Fluorescence microscopy
- Fluorescence lifetime imaging microscopy (FLIM)
- OCT‑related broadband illumination
It supports high‑contrast imaging, reliable quantitative measurements, and improved sensitivity to subtle biological features.
How Does the FYLA Boreal Tunable Filter Complement the FYLA Horizon Supercontinuum Fiber Laser?
While FYLA Horizon provides broadband illumination, FYLA Boreal is a tunable optical filter laser system designed for applications requiring precise wavelength selection. FYLA Boreal enables narrowband extraction from the broadband laser light source, improving spectral specificity without sacrificing flexibility. Both VIS and NIR configurations are available.