





850nm VCSEL Bare Die Series
850nm VCSEL bare die series from 5mW to 6W for NIR sensing, proximity sensing, machine vision illumination, industrial detection, CW and pulse optical source modules, and custom VCSEL integration.
Specifications
- Product Type
- 850nm VCSEL Bare Die Series
- Wavelength
- 850 nm typ.
- Optical Output Power
- 5mW / 20mW / 30mW / 70mW / 100mW / 200mW / 300mW / 400mW / 500mW / 1W CW / 1.5W / 2W Pulse / 2W CW / 3W / 6W
- Transverse Mode
- Multi-mode VCSEL
- Emitter Configuration
- Single-emitter / multi-emitter / VCSEL array die options
- Operating Mode
- Pulse / QCW / CW options
- Beam Profile
- Doughnut-shaped, symmetrical far field
- Beam Divergence
- 18°–22° at 1/e², depending on model
- Application Direction
- NIR sensing / proximity sensing / machine vision / industrial detection / optical source module development
- Recommended Assembly
- Wire bonding / ceramic submount / custom packaging
Product Overview
1. 850nm VCSEL Bare Die Series for NIR Sensing and Illumination
The 850nm VCSEL Bare Die Series covers a broad range of near-infrared VCSEL chip options from low-power sensing devices to high-power NIR illumination sources. Available output power options include 5mW, 20mW, 30mW, 70mW, multiple 100mW die layouts, 200mW, 300mW, 400mW, 500mW, 1W CW, 1.5W, 2W pulse, 2W CW, 3W, and 6W VCSEL bare die products.
This series is designed for NIR sensing, proximity sensing, consumer electronics optical sensing, machine vision auxiliary illumination, industrial detection, active optical illumination, compact optical source modules, and custom VCSEL integration projects.
The products are supplied as standard bare die devices by default. They can be used for chip-level integration, ceramic submount assembly, chip-on-board module development, wire bonding, customized package development, and application-specific optical source design.
2. Product Range and Key Features
The 850nm VCSEL Bare Die Series includes low-power, medium-power, high-power, and CW operation options. Different output power levels are available for compact sensing, proximity detection, machine vision auxiliary illumination, industrial optical detection, active NIR illumination, and high-power optical source module development.
The table below provides a quick selection reference for different 850nm VCSEL bare die options. Final model selection should be reviewed together with optical output power, operating mode, drive current, beam divergence, thermal design, package structure, and customer-specific optical layout.
| Power Option | Operating Mode | Typical Output / Test Current | Typical Selection Direction | Recommended Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 850nm 5mW | Pulse | 5–6mW @ IF = 7mA | Low-power entry option | Compact sensing, proximity sensing, low-current optical source evaluation |
| 850nm 20mW | Pulse | 20–23mW @ IF = 28mA | Low-power sensing option | Proximity sensing, compact NIR modules, optical source testing |
| 850nm 30mW | Pulse | 30–34mW @ IF = 42mA | Low-to-medium sensing option | NIR sensing, small optical modules, consumer electronics sensing |
| 850nm 70mW | Pulse | 70mW typ. @ IF = 84mA | Compact medium-power option | NIR sensing, compact illumination, industrial detection evaluation |
| 850nm 100mW Version A | Pulse / QCW | 100–115mW class @ IF = 140mA | Compact 100mW-class option | Medium-power NIR sensing, optical detection, compact module development |
| 850nm 100mW Version B | Pulse / QCW | 100–120mW class @ IF = 140mA | Alternative 100mW die layout | NIR sensing, machine vision auxiliary source, package evaluation |
| 850nm 100mW Version C | Pulse / QCW | 120mW typ. @ IF = 140mA | Rectangular multi-emitter layout | Machine vision support, compact NIR source modules, optical detection |
| 850nm 200mW | Pulse / QCW | 220–240mW class @ IF = 280mA | Medium-power illumination option | Machine vision auxiliary illumination, NIR sensing, industrial detection |
| 850nm 300mW | Pulse / QCW | 320mW typ. @ IF = 350mA | Medium-power standard option | Machine vision auxiliary illumination, industrial detection, NIR source modules |
| 850nm 400mW | Pulse / QCW | 450mW typ. @ IF = 500mA | Medium-to-high power option | Industrial sensing, machine vision illumination, compact optical source development |
| 850nm 500mW | Pulse / QCW | 580mW typ. @ IF = 700mA | High-power compact option | High-power NIR sensing, machine vision, active optical illumination |
| 850nm 1W CW | CW | 1200mW typ. @ IF = 1.4A | Continuous-wave 1W-class option | CW NIR illumination, machine vision, industrial optical sensing |
| 850nm 1.5W | Pulse / QCW | 1700mW typ. @ IF = 2A | High-power pulse option | High-power NIR illumination, active detection, compact source modules |
| 850nm 2W Pulse | Pulse / QCW | 2200mW typ. @ IF = 2.8A | 2W-class pulse option | Active optical illumination, industrial sensing, high-power NIR modules |
| 850nm 2W CW | CW | 2100mW typ. @ IF = 2.2A | 2W continuous-wave option | CW NIR illumination, machine vision lighting, thermal-design optical modules |
| 850nm 3W | Pulse / QCW | 3500mW typ. @ IF = 4A | High-power pulse option | High-power NIR illumination, industrial detection, active optical source modules |
| 850nm 6W | Pulse / QCW | 5500mW typ. / 6000mW max. @ IF = 7A | Ultra-high-power option | Ultra-high-power NIR illumination, machine vision, active optical detection |
Key features across the series include 850nm near-infrared wavelength, multi-mode VCSEL bare die structure, doughnut-shaped symmetrical far-field output, compact chip format, stable central wavelength, and multiple output power options for different sensing and illumination requirements.
For CW applications, the 1W CW and 2W CW versions should be selected separately from pulse-power versions. For high-power pulse applications, the 1.5W, 2W pulse, 3W, and 6W versions can be reviewed according to optical power, duty cycle, thermal path, and package-level integration requirements.
3. Application Development Direction
This 850nm VCSEL bare die series supports NIR sensing, proximity sensing, machine vision illumination, industrial optical detection, active NIR illumination, consumer electronics optical sensing, and custom optical source module development.
For sensing and illumination systems, the VCSEL wavelength, output power, drive current, operating mode, duty cycle, thermal path, package structure, beam profile, optical path, detector response, and final system signal behavior should be reviewed together.
For low-power sensing projects, lower-current devices such as the 5mW, 20mW, 30mW, 70mW, or 100mW versions may be suitable. For machine vision and industrial illumination, 200mW, 300mW, 400mW, 500mW, 1.5W, 2W pulse, 3W, or 6W versions can be reviewed. For stable continuous-wave operation, the 850nm 1W CW and 850nm 2W CW VCSEL bare die options should be selected separately from pulse-power versions.
4. Evaluation Sample Kit and Documentation Support
Evaluation Sample Kit: USD 29 / KIT, 10 PCs / KIT. International express shipping is typically USD 69–89 depending on destination.
BestLaser Opto Component Device Limited has filed an Initial Product Report with the U.S. FDA CDRH for the Laser Diode Series, including the VCSEL Laser Diode Chip Series. CE-related documentation is also available for project evaluation, including EMC documentation and EN 60825 laser safety / LVD test documentation. Material compliance documentation, including RoHS, REACH, and HF documentation, can also be provided upon request.
For 850nm VCSEL bare die projects, product selection, bare die mounting, ceramic submount assembly, chip-on-board integration, wire bonding, beam shaping, thermal design, optical layout review, or customized package discussion is available according to project requirements.
Please contact us for sample testing, engineering evaluation, product selection, or custom project support.
