Improved performance of quantum cascade lasers via manufacturable quality epitaxial side down mounting process utilizing aluminum nitride heatsinks

Alexei Tsekoun; Rowel Go; Michael Pushkarsky; Manijeh Razeghi; C. Kumar N. Patel

doi:10.1117/12.640089

10 February 2006 Improved performance of quantum cascade lasers via manufacturable quality epitaxial side down mounting process utilizing aluminum nitride heatsinks

Alexei Tsekoun, Rowel Go, Michael Pushkarsky, Manijeh Razeghi, C. Kumar N. Patel

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Proceedings Volume 6127, Quantum Sensing and Nanophotonic Devices III; 612702 (2006) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.640089
Event: Integrated Optoelectronic Devices 2006, 2006, San Jose, California, United States

Abstract

We report substantially improved performance of high power quantum cascade lasers by utilizing epi-side down mounting that provides superior heat dissipation properties. We have obtained CW power output of 450 mW at 20°C from mid-IR QCLs. The improved thermal management achieved with epi-side down mounting has also permitted us to carry out initial lifetime tests on the mid-IR QCLs. No degradation of power output is seen even after over 300 hours of CW operation at 25°C with power output in excess of 300 mW. We believe these improvements should permit incorporation of mid-IR QCLs in reliable instrumentation.

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Alexei Tsekoun, Rowel Go, Michael Pushkarsky, Manijeh Razeghi, and C. Kumar N. Patel "Improved performance of quantum cascade lasers via manufacturable quality epitaxial side down mounting process utilizing aluminum nitride heatsinks", Proc. SPIE 6127, Quantum Sensing and Nanophotonic Devices III, 612702 (10 February 2006); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.640089

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