BBO is a nonlinear optical crystal with combination of number of unique features. Wide transparency and phase matching ranges, large nonlinear coefficient, high damage threshold and excellent optical homogeneity provide attractive possibilities for various nonlinear optical applications.

Advantages of Nonlinear Optical Crystal BBO

Broad phase-matching range from 409.6 nm to 3500 nm 

Wide optical transmission from 190 nm to 3500 nm 

Large effective second-harmonic-generation (SHG) coefficient 

High damage threshold of 10 GW/cm2 for 100 ps pulse-width at 1064 nm 

Wide temperature-bandwidth of about 55℃ 

Good mechinical and physical properties

Nonlinear Optical Crystal BBO Specification