Features

• Tracking Feature Maintains Optimum Throughput Indefinitely.
• Advanced Dark Search Algorithms for First Light Detection with Motorized Fiber Launch.
• Active Fiber Alignment for maintaining alignment during processes and experimentation.
• Two Piezo actuator Output Channels Provide Closed-Loop Feedback.
• InGaAS & Si Detectors, or External Inputs (FC/PC for Optical & BNC Voltage for External).
• Supports External Displacement Sensors for Deterministic Control of System when Latching (Freezing) Alignment.
• Full Software GUI Control Suite.
• ActiveX Graphical Panel Controls & Programming Interfaces
• Seamless Software Integration with Entire APT Family of Products (Electronics and Mechanics).

The NanoTrak auto-alignment controller combines an intelligent active feedback alignment control system and a two channel piezoelectric controller into a single bench top unit. As part of the APT series, this auto-alignment system represents the latest developments in automated optical alignment technologies. This system is a basic building block from which advanced alignment systems can be quickly configured. It can be fully integrated into our extensive selection of motorized positioning systems found in the Motion Control section.

The initial coupling of light from one device (e.g. fiber) to another involves searching a multidimensional space until a signal is detected. The NanoTrak™ support software offers a series of motor search algorithms for this first light detection. Although used primarily for aligning optical fibers and integrated optical devices, the NanoTrak is ideal for automating just about any labor intensive alignment task, such as waveguide characterization, fiber pig-tailing of active and passive devices, as well as a multitude of other R&D applications.