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8phototonics GmbH

8photonics GmbH provides a patented modular platform for rapid prototyping and assembly of next-generation laser systems and scientific instruments.

PhotonicsLaser SystemsScientific InstrumentsPrototypingModular SystemsOptoelectronicsResearch Equipment
Founded: 2019

About

8photonics GmbH is a spin-off from the University of Bern with the mission to set a new standard for how laser setups are designed and assembled by laboratory professionals worldwide. The company offers an innovation platform based on a patented, modular set of building blocks that enables rapid prototyping of scientific instruments and next-generation laser systems. Their solutions are protected by US patent 11,002,930 and pending applications in various jurisdictions. 8photonics’s modular grid-kit concept allows users to configure flexible, customizable optical systems by combining electronic and passive modules (such as laser diode drivers, temperature control units, and fiber coiling modules) to meet a range of research and industrial requirements.

Products & Services

  • Fiberspider modular prototyping platform
  • Small, Medium, Large, and XLarge Grid-Kits for custom setups
  • Step by Step Prototype Configurator
  • Fiberspider Preconfigured System Kits
  • Electronic Modules (Laser Diode Drivers, TEC Controllers, Cooling and Heating Plates)
  • Passive Modules (Breadboards, Fiber Coiling Modules, Component Mounts, Cover Mounts)
  • Master Oscillator Power Amplifier System Kit
  • Power Fiber Amplifier Kit
  • Multimode Pump Laser Diode System Kits (Air and Water Cooled)
  • Consulting and rapid prototyping services for scientific instruments

Use Cases & Case Studies

  • Rapid prototyping of scientific laser instruments
  • Customer project with Sevensix Inc. in Japan

Partnerships & Collaborations

  • Startup from University of Bern
  • Collaboration or support from Sevensix Inc. (Japan)
  • Funding and collaboration with: Hightech Zentrum Aargau AG, University of Bern (Laser Physics and Applied Laser, Photonics & Surface Technologies), Innosuisse (Innovation Agency), Unitectra, Bern University of Applied Sciences, Swissphotonics, Bern Invest, EPIC (European Photonics Industry Consortium), NCCR MUST

Awards & Recognition

  • 3rd prize at Ypsomed Innovation Award 2020

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Certifications & Compliance

  • Protected by US patent 11,002,930; standardized protocol (SCPI)