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Yb:YAG Laser Crystal | 1030 nm High-Power Gain Medium

Yb:YAG Laser Crystal | 1030 nm High-Power Gain Medium

Regular price $100.00 USD
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Yb:YAG (Ytterbium-doped Yttrium Aluminum Garnet) laser crystals are widely used in modern high-power and high-efficiency solid-state laser systems.
With a simple energy-level structure and low quantum defect, Yb:YAG offers excellent thermal performance and high slope efficiency, making it ideal for diode-pumped lasers.

Our Yb:YAG crystals are laser-grade, featuring high optical uniformity, low absorption loss, and precision optical polishing suitable for CW, pulsed, and ultrafast laser designs.

Key Features

  • High efficiency at 1030 nm
  • Low quantum defect → reduced thermal load
  • Excellent thermal conductivity and mechanical strength
  • High damage threshold
  • Laser-grade optical polishing
  • Custom sizes, dopant levels, and coatings available

Typical Specifications

  • Material: Yb³⁺:Y₃Al₅O₁₂ (Yb:YAG)
  • Dopant concentration: 3–10 at.% (custom available)
  • Laser wavelength: 1030 nm
  • Pump wavelength: ~940 nm
  • Crystal orientation: ⟨111⟩ or ⟨100⟩
  • Surface quality: 10/5 or 20/10 scratch-dig
  • Flatness: λ/10 – λ/4
  • Parallelism: < 10 arcsec
  • Polishing: Double-side optical polish
  • Coatings: AR @ 940 nm / 1030 nm (optional)

Applications

  • High-power DPSS lasers
  • Thin-disk laser systems
  • CW and pulsed solid-state lasers
  • Ultrafast and femtosecond lasers
  • Industrial material processing
  • Scientific and academic research

Customization & Fabrication

We support:

  • Custom dimensions and geometries
  • Dopant concentration tuning
  • AR / HR optical coatings
  • Precision cutting & polishing
  • OEM and bulk orders

University & Research Support

  • Academic discounts available
  • Tax-exempt orders supported
  • Technical consultation included

Yb:YAG Laser Crystal – FAQ

What wavelength does Yb:YAG operate at?

Yb:YAG lasers typically operate at 1030 nm and are pumped around 940 nm.

Why choose Yb:YAG instead of Nd:YAG?

Yb:YAG offers higher efficiency and lower thermal load due to its low quantum defect, making it ideal for high-power and ultrafast lasers.

What dopant concentrations are available?

Standard Yb:YAG concentrations range from 3–10 at.%. Custom concentrations are available.

Do you offer custom sizes or shapes?

Yes. Rods, slabs, discs, thin-disk formats, and custom geometries are supported.

Are AR coatings available?

Yes. AR coatings at 940 nm (pump) and 1030 nm (laser) are available, including dual-band designs.

What is the typical lead time?

In-stock items ship in 1–2 business days. Custom orders typically require 2–3 weeks.

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