The Licel Si-Avalanche Photodiode Module consists of the detector head and the power supply unit. The APD module combines a Si/InGaAs-Avalanche Photodiode, TE cooler, temperature controller, preamplifier and XYZ positioner in a single compact module. APD and preamplifier are carefully shielded against RF and noise through the power lines. An external HV supply is included.
Air Cooled Si APD Module
Please download a printable version.
APD User Manual / APD User Manual Digital Control.
Detector module based on Excelitas enhanced Si-Avalanche Photodiodes
features:
- 0.8, 1.0 or 3mm detector diameter
- >80% QE @650 nm
- up to 36 A/W responsivity @ 1060 nm
- low noise - high gain preamplifier
- integrated HV supply
- integrated TE cooler and temperature controller,
- Temp. stability better 0.5 K
- integrated power supply
- thread for 2 inch Thorlabs lens tubes

applications:
- high sensitivity, high speed measurements @ 500 - 1100 nm
- high dynamic range detection of near infrared signals
- (Nd:YAG fundamental 1064nm)
- lidar
- fluorescence detection
- particle counters
mounting:
Remote Control:
The APD can be remote controlled via Ethernet ( Remote control data sheet). See the Ethernet Connectivity page for a list of available options.Isolated digital interface
Starting from 2023 we ship for APD modules, which are integrated into detection systems and remote controllable with a isolated digital remote control to break ground loops.
They have a 6 pin Lemo connector
Analog interface
The analog remote control input is a good choice when the remote control is done by user hardware.
The cassette has 4 pin M8 sensor connector
Air Cooled InGaAs APD Module
The Licel InGaAs APD detector has an air cooled TEC package. The 500 µm square detector can be cooled down to -15°C and is packaged using the same form factor as our Si- APD module.
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