ProPhotonix Limited announced its appointment as a franchised distributor of Panasonic's new range of red, infrared and dual wavelength laser diodes in the European, Middle East, and African (EMEA) region. The red (661nm) and infrared (783nm) single-mode, 5.6mm can packaged laser diodes are available with output powers of 100mW and 200mW respectively. These diodes have applications in inspection, identification and alignment applications amongst others.

The 661nm and 783nm wavelengths are available in several dual wavelength packages utilizing Panasonic's proprietary manufacturing technology. Both laser diodes are packaged on a single chip and maintain their respective optical characteristics. They are available in three package types: 5.6mm can, frame package or small frame package.

The frame packages are specifically designed to reduce size and weight and operate at up to 85°C. Dual wavelength packages have applications in sensing, industrial and biomedical equipment. Samples are available for order from ProPhotonix in the first quarter of 2015.