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The MNA601 by ThorLabs is an APT Piezo/NanoTrak auto-alignment module that is revolutionizing the process of aligning optical fibers and integrated optical devices. Designed as the basic building block for configuring advanced alignment systems, the MNA601 combines an intelligent active feedback alignment control system and a two-channel piezoelectric controller into a single plug-in unit.

One of the most remarkable features of the MNA601 is its tracking capability, which maintains optimum throughput indefinitely. This is complemented by advanced dark search algorithms for first light detection with motorized fiber launch, ensuring that the device achieves optimal alignment via piezo actuation. With two piezo actuator output channels that provide closed-loop feedback, the MNA601 is compatible with InGaAs and Si detectors of external inputs, and it has USB plug-and-play connectivity. Additionally, the MNA601 utilizes a full software GUI control suite, providing automated custom alignment and positioning solutions in a speedy and efficient manner. This is especially important for competitive applications where speed and efficiency are critical.

To further streamline the configuration process, the MNA601 comes equipped with an offline pre-configuration utility that associates compatible stages and actuators with individual motor drive channels. This allows the system to automatically set a large number of system parameter details, reducing the time required for configuration. When combined with a positioning stage that has at least two piezoelectric actuators, the MNA601 optimizes the coupling through optical assembly. The device offers fully configurable operation with easy-to-use graphical software panels, providing a range of alignment options, including half widths, coupled peak power, misalignment power response, and mechanical phase lags.

The MNA601 can be fully integrated into a rack mainframe system that consists of a selection of plug-in modules, stepper motor controllers, and the device itself. The MNA601 is designed to ensure complete process without interruption and allow user intervention in the case of an operation error. With multi-threading and event “firing” capability, an end client application can engage in intensive processing, like data acquisition or number crunching, without affecting the operation of the APT controllers. Measuring 190 mm x 270 mm x 50 mm and weighing 1.5 kg, the MNA601 is a compact and lightweight device that delivers superior performance and efficiency in the field of optical fiber and integrated optical device alignment.