BS EN ISO 17526:2003

Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
   3.1 Modes of operation
   3.2 Operating conditions
   3.3 Lifetime related terms
   3.4 Types and classification
   3.5 Others
4 Symbols and abbreviated terms
   4.1 Symbols
   4.2 Abbreviated terms
5 Test methods
   5.1 General
   5.2 Selection of lasers for lifetime testing
   5.3 Lifetime test in APPC- and ACC-mode
   5.4 Lifetime test at APC-mode
   5.5 Lifetime tests at limited aperture
6 Evaluation and extrapolation
7 Test report
Bibliography

Specifies terms and definitions as well as test methods and evaluation procedures to characterize, estimate and predict the longterm behaviour of various types of lasers. Also defines terms for the lifetime of lasers and specifies test procedures and fundamental aspects for the determination of lifetime. It applies for all types of lasers for which lifetime is a critical issue, including diode lasers except those used in telecommunications.

This International Standard covers terms and definitions as well as test methods and evaluation procedures to characterize, estimate and predict the longterm behaviour of various types of lasers.

This International Standard defines terms for the lifetime of lasers and specifies test procedures and fundamental aspects for the determination of lifetime. It applies for all types of lasers for which lifetime is a critical issue, including diode lasers except those used in telecommunications.