Neodymium-Doped Gadolinium Vanadate Crystal

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Density	5.47 g/cm³
Materials	Nd:GdVO4 Crystal

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Neodymium-Doped Gadolinium Vanadate (Nd:GdVO4) Crystal is a high-quality laser material known for its excellent physical, optical, and mechanical properties. Its high slope efficiency and superior thermal conductivity compared to Nd:YVO4 make it an ideal choice for high-power diode-pumped solid-state (DPSS) lasers. With improved output power and performance over Nd:YAG, Nd:GdVO4 is particularly well-suited for miniaturized high-power lasers. This crystal is widely used in various laser systems for industrial, medical, and research applications. Heeger Materials provides high-quality Nd:GdVO4 Crystal for advanced laser applications.

Neodymium-Doped Gadolinium Vanadate Crystal | Nd:GdVO4 Crystal

Nd:GdVO4 Crystal Properties

Crystal Structure	Tetragonal system, space group I41/amd
Lattice Parameters	a=7.21 Å, c=6.35 Å
Energy Level Transition	4F3/2→4I11/2
Laser Wavelength	1062.9 nm
Emission Cross-Section (1064nm)	7.6×10^-19 cm^2
Absorption Cross-Section (808nm)	4.9×10^-19 cm^2
Absorption Coefficient (808nm)	74 cm^-1
Refractive Index (1064nm)	no=1.972, ne=2.192
Thermal Conductivity <110>	11.7 W/m/K
Density	5.47 g/cm^3
Nd Doping Concentration (at.%)	0.1%, 0.2%, 0.3%, 0.5%, 0.7%, 1.0%, etc.

Nd:GdVO4 Crystal Specifications

Dimensional Tolerance	(W±0.1 mm)×(H±0.1 mm)×(L+0.2/-0.1 mm)
Clear Aperture	Central 90% region
Flatness	≤λ/8 @ 633 nm (L≧2.5 mm), ≤λ/4 @ 633 nm (L＜2.5 mm)
Surface Quality	10/5 per MIL-PRF-13830B standard
Wavefront Distortion	≤λ/4 @ 633 nm
Parallelism	20″
Perpendicularity	≦15′
Chamfer	≦0.2 mm×45°
Chipping	≦0.1 mm
Angle Tolerance	≦0.5°
AR Coating	R<0.2% @ 1064 nm
HR Coating	R>99.8% @ 1064 nm, T>95% @ 808 nm

Nd:GdVO4 VS. Nd:YVO4 VS. Nd:YAG

Property	Nd:GdVO4	Nd:YVO4	Nd:YAG
Melting Point (℃)	1780	1825	1970
Laser Wavelength	1062.9 nm, 1340 nm	1064.3 nm, 1342.0 nm	1064.2 nm, 1338.2 nm
Emission Bandwidth (FWHM @ 1064nm)	N/A	0.8 nm	0.45 nm
Effective Emission Cross-Section (1064nm)	7.6×10^-19 cm^2	15.6×10^-19 cm^2	6.5×10^-19 cm^2
Polarization	Parallel to c-axis	Parallel to c-axis	Non-polarized
Radiative Lifetime (1% Nd Doping)	~95 µs	~100 µs	~230 µs
Pump Wavelength	808.4 nm	808.5 nm	807.5 nm
Peak Pump Absorption (1% Nd Doping)	~57 cm^-1	~41 cm^-1	N/A
Thermal Conductivity	11.7 W/m/K	5.1 W/m/K	14 W/m/K
Doping Concentration Range	0.1-3.0%	0.1-3.0%	0.1-2.0%

Nd:GdVO4 Crystal Key Advantages

Large stimulated emission cross-section
High absorption coefficient and wide absorption bandwidth
Low dependence on pump wavelength
Good thermal conductivity
Low laser threshold and high slope efficiency of laser output
High laser damage threshold
Good polarization of laser output

Nd:GdVO4 Crystal Applications

High-power DPSS Lasers: Ideal for diode-pumped solid-state (DPSS) lasers, offering superior performance in industrial laser systems.
Precision Materials Processing: Used in laser systems for precision cutting, engraving, and marking, especially in metal and semiconductor industries.
Medical Applications: Employed in laser therapy, diagnostics, and medical equipment that require high power and efficiency.
Laser Marking and Engraving: Effective in the production of high-resolution laser marking systems for consumer electronics and aerospace.
Spectroscopy and Research: Utilized in scientific research and spectroscopy, where high-performance laser sources are required.

Nd:GdVO4 Crystal Packing And Shipping

Neodymium-Doped Gadolinium Vanadate (Nd:GdVO4) Crystal will be securely packaged in sturdy containers with cushioning materials to prevent movement or damage during shipping. This careful packaging ensures that the product arrives in perfect condition, maintaining its high-quality standards throughout the delivery process.

Where to Buy Nd:GdVO4 Crystal in Bulk?

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