ISO 17526:2003

Optics and optical instruments — Lasers and laser-related equipment — Lifetime of lasers ISO 17526:2003

Publication date:   Jun 20, 2003

Scope

ISO 17526:2003 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.
It 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.