This section provides an overview for parametric amplifiers as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 6 parametric amplifier manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked parametric amplifier companies as of November, 2024: 1.Quantum Microwave Inc., 2.LIGHT CONVERSION, 3.APE GmbH.
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A parametric amplifier, often abbreviated as paramp, amplifies optical or microwave signals through a distinctive mechanism. This mechanism diverges from traditional amplification methods by leveraging the interaction between pump light and signal light within a nonlinear optical or microwave material. Such interactions lead to the signal light's amplification, achieving high gains with minimal noise introduction.
Optical parametric amplifiers (OPAs) enhance optical communications by amplifying signals for applications like optical fiber communications and optical switching. Conversely, microwave parametric amplifiers (MPAs) are key in microwave technology applications, including radar transmission, where they amplify microwave signals.
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APE GmbH, established in 1992 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, is a manufacturer and supplier of products in the field of ultrashort laser pulse diagnostics and tunable wavelength conversion. The company's product portfolio includes spectrometers, harmonic generators, pulse compressors, quantum-dot single-photon generation sources, and nonlinear optics equipment. These products have applications in scientific research, materials science, biomedical imaging, laser manufacturing, and quantum optics. The company also provides customer services, including technical support, spare parts, calibration, repair services, and feature requests.
Avesta was established in 1990 in Moscow, Russia as a developer and manufacturer of advanced laser technologies. The company creates femtosecond laser oscillators and amplifiers using both solid-state and fiber-based systems. Avesta also offers a range of ultrafast diagnostic tools for measuring pulse duration and spectrometers for analyzing laser output. and various components including devices like pulse pickers, harmonic generators, and optical attenuators, among others. They serve a range of industries including universities, high-tech companies, start-ups, and spin-offs that rely on laser technologies to support their research, manufacturing, and other applications.
Spectra-Physics is a manufacturer of Photonics solutions which includes Micromachining Ultrafast Lasers, Bio-Imaging Ultrafast Lasers, CW Tunable Lasers, and Q-Switched DPSS Lasers. The different products manufactured by the company are used in PC Boards, Flat Panel Displays, Solar/Photovoltaics, and Ophthalmic Surgery. Spectra-Physics solutions are broadly used in categories such as Life and Health Sciences, semiconductor, and scientific research. The company is a brand within MKS Instruments, Inc., which is a provider of instruments, systems, and process control solutions.
Photonic Solutions Ltd, founded In 1999 and based in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, is the independent distributor of photonics and associated technologies to the UK scientific and industrial market. It is a supplier to more than forty global manufacturers of optical components and laser systems. The company's wide range of products include, laser detectors, diagnostics and safety equipment, microscopes, spectrometers, custom-designed systems and related accessories. Its photonic products are backed up by unrivalled support and services.
Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | Quantum Microwave Inc. |
20.0%
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2 | LIGHT CONVERSION |
20.0%
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3 | APE GmbH |
20.0%
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4 | Avesta PROJECT LTD. |
20.0%
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5 | Spectra-Physics |
20.0%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the parametric amplifier page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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Germany | 1 | 25.0% |
Russia | 1 | 25.0% |
United Kingdom | 1 | 25.0% |
Lithuania | 1 | 25.0% |