I've seen a few threads comparing DPSS and diode lasers. From what I gather, these are the advantages for each type:
DPSS lasers
Diode lasers
Both types of lasers can produce exclusive wavelengths that the other type (yet) cannot.
Am I missing anything?
DPSS lasers
- better beam specs
- can reach very high powers while maintaining a low divergence and small beam diameter
Diode lasers
- lower cost
- more energy efficient
- more stable (DPSS lasers have a tendency to fluctuate or mode-hop)
- no residual IR
- less complex construction
Both types of lasers can produce exclusive wavelengths that the other type (yet) cannot.
Am I missing anything?