Abstract
The very high parametric gain achievable in periodically poled lithium niobate (PPLN), when pumped by intense short pulses, has allowed synchronously pumped oscillation at wavelengths where very strong idler absorption is present.1,2 With appropriate design practical sources operating at idler wavelengths well beyond 6 μm are possible. A general design strategy is outlined and results from its implementation are presented.
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