Ultra-compact, low-SWaP design
Small form factor with USB-C power enables highly integrated laser systems.
- mLC
Mini Laser Controller
- Ultra-small, USB-C powered design
- Integrated TEC, current, and piezo drivers
- Built-in lock-in amplifier
- Embedded or standalone operation
- Ideal for OEM and compact systems
Description
Compact, fully integrated laser control for embedded and standalone systems
The mLC from Santec is a compact digital controller designed for direct integration with diode lasers. With its ultra-small footprint and USB-C power, it enables highly compact laser systems without sacrificing performance.
The mLC can be embedded within laser heads or used as a standalone controller, providing flexible control for both research and OEM applications.
Integrated current, temperature, and piezo control
High-precision drivers with low noise and high compliance.
Built-in lock-in amplifier
Supports AC locking to atomic transitions or optical cavities.
Flexible integration options
Can be embedded directly into laser systems or used as a standalone controller.
Simple digital control interface
Operated via USB or TCP/IP using a text-based command API.
Applications
- Compact tunable laser systems
- Embedded and OEM photonics solutions
- Portable or space-constrained setups
- Atomic physics and spectroscopy
- General-purpose laser control
System Integration
The mLC is designed for seamless integration into our laser platforms (e.g. CEL, LDL, MOA, MSA), enabling fully self-contained laser systems without the need for external controllers.