Hold Me Tight!
- Wide temperature range
- Stable
- Compatible with LIV100 / LIV120
Vacuum platform mounts (vacuum chuck) use a universal design supporting chips as well as bars up to 15mm in length.
A range of vacuum mounting plates are available in various sizes. Custom designs are easily realized.
| wdt_ID | wdt_created_by | wdt_created_at | wdt_last_edited_by | wdt_last_edited_at | Parameter | 50W air cooled | 100W water cooled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | benjamin | 28/04/2026 10:02 AM | benjamin | 28/04/2026 10:02 AM | Article number | 30.060.00176 | 30.060.00187 |
| 11 | benjamin | 28/04/2026 10:02 AM | benjamin | 28/04/2026 10:02 AM | Max. current | 5A | 11A |
| 12 | benjamin | 28/04/2026 10:02 AM | benjamin | 28/04/2026 10:02 AM | Max. voltage | 11V | 15V |
| 13 | benjamin | 28/04/2026 10:02 AM | benjamin | 28/04/2026 10:02 AM | Temperature range | 0°C to +105°C | -15°C to +105°C |
| 14 | benjamin | 28/04/2026 10:02 AM | benjamin | 28/04/2026 10:02 AM | Temperature accuracy | ±0.1° | ±0.1° |
| 15 | benjamin | 28/04/2026 10:02 AM | benjamin | 28/04/2026 10:02 AM | Connectors | strip line or needle cards for laser current, D-SUB HD15 for TEC-driver | strip line or needle cards for laser current, D-SUB HD15 for TEC-driver |
| 16 | benjamin | 28/04/2026 10:02 AM | benjamin | 28/04/2026 10:02 AM | Mounting surface | 15 x 14.5mm | 15 x 14.5mm |
| 17 | benjamin | 28/04/2026 10:02 AM | benjamin | 28/04/2026 10:02 AM | Recommended driver | TEC40 (20.208.00033) TEC170 (20.208.00032) |
TEC170 (20.208.00032) TEC480 (20.208.00019) |
A vacuum platform mount, also called a vacuum chuck, is a temperature-controlled laser mount that uses vacuum suction to fix an unpackaged laser chip or laser bar onto a mounting plate. It provides three things during testing: mechanical stability, precise thermal control through a thermoelectric cooler (TEC), and electrical contact for the laser current.
Because the device is held by vacuum, it needs no clamping or soldering. This makes the vacuum platform mount well suited to fast, repeatable testing of bare chips and bars in research and production environments.
Universal Design for Laser Chips and Bars
Our vacuum chuck is built on a versatile, universal design that supports both single chips and laser bars up to 15mm in length. A range of vacuum mounting plates is available in various sizes, and custom designs are easily realized to match your device geometry and application requirements.
50W Air Cooled vs. 100W Water Cooled
The vacuum platform mount is available in two power levels.
50W air cooled: This version is ideal for lower-power testing. It needs no water supply, which keeps the setup simple and compact. It operates from 0°C to +105°C at up to 5A and 11V.
100W water cooled: This version handles higher current and voltage loads of up to 11A and 15V. Water cooling removes heat more effectively and extends the temperature range down to -15°C, which makes it a strong choice for cold testing and high-power laser devices.
Both versions maintain the same ±0.1°C temperature accuracy.
Seamless Integration into Your Laboratory Workflow
Every Artifex vacuum platform mount is compatible with our LIV100 and LIV120 laser diode characterization systems and our USB-controlled TEC drivers. The standard D-SUB HD15 connector links the mount directly to the TEC driver, while strip line or needle card contacts supply the laser current. The result is a plug-and-measure setup with no adapters or custom wiring.
Explore Our Other Laser Mounts
Artifex Engineering offers three types of temperature-controlled laser mounts:
- Vacuum Platform Mount for chips and bars up to 15mm
- TO-Mount for TO-38, TO-56 and TO-9 packaged devices
- Plane Platform Mount for C-Mount, F-Mount and other custom laser packages
For information on our TO-mounts and plane platform mounts, please visit our laser mounts overview.
| wdt_ID | wdt_created_by | wdt_created_at | wdt_last_edited_by | wdt_last_edited_at | Pin | Function |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | 1 | TEC+ |
| 2 | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | 2 | TEC+ |
| 3 | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | 3 | TEC+ |
| 4 | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | 4 | NTC Chuck A |
| 5 | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | 5 | NTC Chuck B |
| 6 | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | 6 | n.c. |
| 7 | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | 7 | PWM out Fan |
| 8 | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | 8 | Fan speed |
| 9 | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | 9 | Fan+ |
| 10 | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | 10 | Fan - |
| 11 | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | 11 | TEC - |
| 12 | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | 12 | TEC - |
| 13 | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | 13 | TEC - |
| 14 | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | 14 | NTC Sink A |
| 15 | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | benjamin | 21/04/2026 12:24 PM | 15 | NTC Sink B |
Application Notes
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Artifex Software Development Kit
The SDK is a fixed, free component when purchasing a device.
It comes with the source code of the application program (in VB.net) and a LabView VI with the basic functions of the instrument. A description of the communication with the devices and a list of the commands used is also included.
FAQs
What are Laser Mounts (Chucks) used for?
Laser Mounts, also called chucks, are temperature-controlled platforms used for laser diode characterization. They hold the laser diode in place while providing precise thermal control, electrical connections for driving the laser current, and mechanical stability during testing.
What types of laser mounts does Artifex Engineering offer?
We offer three mount types, each suited to different device geometries:
- TO-Mount – for TO-38, TO-56, and TO-9 packaged devices
- Vacuum Platform Mount – for chips and bars up to 15mm, using vacuum-secured mounting plates
- Plane Platform Mount – a general-purpose support plate for CS-Mount, F-Mount, and other custom laser packages
What power/cooling options are available?
Each mount is available in two configurations:
50W, air cooled — 0°C to +105°C
100W, water cooled — -15°C to +105°C
Are these mounts compatible with my existing test system?
All mounts are compatible with our LIV100 and LIV120 laser diode characterization systems, as well as our USB-controlled TEC drivers.
What is a vacuum platform mount used for?
It’s designed for mounting chips and laser bars up to 15mm in length, using vacuum suction to hold the device securely on a mounting plate.
Can I get a custom mounting plate?
Yes. A range of vacuum mounting plate sizes is available, and custom designs can be made to fit your specific device geometry.
What is the standard mounting surface size?
15 x 14.5mm.
What connectors does it use?
A 63.4mm strip line for laser current, and a D-SUB HD15 connector for the TEC driver.
Which TEC driver should I use with my mount?
50W air-cooled mounts: TEC40 (20.208.00033) or TEC170 (20.208.00032)
100W water-cooled mounts: TEC170 (20.208.00032) or TEC480 (20.208.00019)
Do all mounts have the same temperature accuracy?
Yes — all mounts, across both power versions, maintain ±0.1°C temperature accuracy.
What's the difference between the 50W and 100W versions in terms of use case?
The 50W air-cooled version suits lower-power testing without the need for a water supply. The 100W water-cooled version handles higher current/voltage loads and extends the low end of the temperature range down to -15°C, useful for cold testing or high-power devices needing more aggressive heat removal.
