Cobolt Tor™ Series

Q: Do you offer fiber coupling options for the Cobolt Tor series?

At this time, no, we do not offer fiber coupling solutions for the Cobolt Tor series.

Q: How is the upgraded version of the Cobolt Tor XS (12 V) laser different from the first (5 V)?

The new version of the Cobolt Tor XS is more user friendly due to the improved electronics (12 V). Customers are no longer required to use an external function generator to control the laser. In addition, users now have access to gated and burst modes, including pulse on demand, allowing them to tune the pulse sequence to their liking. As a result, customers get a fantastic ns-pulsed laser that is both compact, easy to operate, and has highly tunable running modes.

Q: Is the upgraded Tor XS (12 V) backwards compatible with the old version (5 V)?

Yes, the upgrade of the Tor XS is backwards compatible with the commands in the manual.

Q: Do you provide ns-pulsed lasers with 1 mJ pulse energy?

No, the highest pulse energy we offer is 500 mJ.

Q: Which heatsink do you recommend for each Cobolt Tor model?

We recommend the HS-07 heatsink for the Tor XS, the HS-04 for the Tor, and the HS-05 for the Tor XE.

Q: What is the typical lead time for the Cobolt Tor Series?

The lead time for the Tor and Tor XE lasers is 5-7 weeks, while the Tor XS is 5-6 weeks.

Q: What is difference between the various Cobolt Tor models?

The Tor XS is our smallest compact laser which is triggerable, having multiple running modes for tuning pulse sequences. The Tor XE is our higher energy Tor laser, up to 500 uJ pulse energy. This is suitable for LIBS applications. The Tor laser is a free running laser with no software controlled trigger modes, and is the only Tor series laser available at 355 nm. All Tor series lasers are available at 532 nm and 1064 nm.

High performance Q-switched lasers

The Cobolt Tor™ Series lasers are high performance Q-switched diode pumped lasers. The sophisticated cavity design of these lasers provides a unique combination of high pulse repetition rates, short pulse lengths and exceptional pulse-to-pulse stability in a high quality TEM00 beam.

355 nm, 532 nm and 1064 nm, up to 1 W average power
up to 500 µJ nominal pulse energy
2-5 ns pulse width
>7 kHz pulse repetition rate free running
<1 kHz single pulse triggerable
Ultra-robust, hermetically sealed packages, proven reliability
12 months warranty
Fully intergrated control electronics

Applications

Perfect for Photoacoustics microscopy, marking, LIDAR and LIBS.

Specifications

Laser Model	Key Features	Wavelength (nm), Pulse Energy (uJ)
Cobolt Tor™	Free Running Up to 7 kHz 3-4 ns	1064 nm (160 uJ) 532 nm (60 uJ) 355 nm (18 uJ)
Cobolt Tor™ XE	High energy Triggerable (external, internal, gated), Up to 1 kHz, 2-2.5 ns	1064 nm (500 uJ) 532 nm (250 uJ)
Cobolt Tor™ XS	Compact design Triggerable (internal, external, gated, Pulse on demand) Up to 1 kHz, 2.5 ns	1064 nm (100 uJ) 532 nm (50 uJ)

Performance Data (click to enlarge)

Data sheets

Cobolt Tor Datasheet
High Performance | Triggerable |Q-Switched Lasers

Manuals

Cobolt Tor Manual
Q-switched lasers

NEW Cobolt Tor XS Manual 12V
Ultra-compact |
Triggerable |
Q-switched laser

Cobolt Tor XS 5V
Ultra-compact | Triggerable | Q-switched laser

Cobolt Tor XE Manual
High performance |
Triggerable |
Q-switched laser

Literature (see also application specific pages)

References	Application	Publication
High-Resolution High-Speed LIBS Imaging	LIBS	SciX 2023
A novel platform for high speed high resolution LIBS imaging	LIBS	SciX 2022
Compact, self-contained pulsed lasers expand capabilities in LIBS applications	LIBS	White paper
Lasers for fast and compact LIBS systems	LIBS	PhotonicsViews 2021
Editorial Improved metal recycling using LIBS Physics’ Best 2016	LIBS	Physics’ Best 2016
New compact high repetition rate lasers for LIBS	LIBS	Application note

Software

	Software	Description
	CoboltMonitor	Cobolt Monitor^TM is a the software for all Cobolt lasers.
	USB Driver	To connect to the laser via USB, the USB driver must be installed. When installed, a virtual COM port will be created to communicate with the laser.
	Lab View	Used to integrate the Cobolt lasers into Lab view Environment.

Mechanical specifications (click to enlarge)

Click here to register and download the CAD drawing (.STEP file) for Cobolt Tor laser head
Click here to register and download the CAD drawing (.STEP file) for Cobolt Tor controller
Click here to register and download the CAD drawing (.STEP file) for Cobolt Tor XE
Click here to register and download the CAD drawing (.STEP file) for Cobolt Tor XS

Options & Accessories


Cobolt HS-03 Heatsink	Cobolt HS-04 Heatsink	Cobolt HS-05 Heatsink
Heatsink without fans	Heatsink with fans for high power lasers	Heatsink with fans for high power lasers

See more options and accessories

A quick overview of the Cobolt Tor series

Getting Started with the Cobolt Tor XE – Unboxing the Laser

Getting Started with the Cobolt Tor XE – Using the Software

Introducing the Cobolt Tor XE – Compact Q-switched laser March 2021

Product presentation at Laser Lounge webcast November 2020

FAQs

Do you offer fiber coupling options for the Cobolt Tor series?2025-12-05T15:16:39+01:00

Do you offer fiber coupling options for the Cobolt Tor series?

At this time, no, we do not offer fiber coupling solutions for the Cobolt Tor series.

How is the upgraded version of the Cobolt Tor XS (12 V) laser different from the first (5 V)?2025-12-05T15:21:47+01:00

How is the upgraded version of the Cobolt Tor XS (12 V) laser different from the first (5 V)?

The new version of the Cobolt Tor XS is more user friendly due to the improved electronics (12 V). Customers are no longer required to use an external function generator to control the laser.

In addition, users now have access to gated and burst modes, including pulse on demand, allowing them to tune the pulse sequence to their liking. As a result, customers get a fantastic ns-pulsed laser that is both compact, easy to operate, and has highly tunable running modes.

Is the upgraded Tor XS (12 V) backwards compatible with the old version (5 V)?2025-12-05T15:50:04+01:00

Is the upgraded Tor XS (12 V) backwards compatible with the old version (5 V)?

Yes, the upgrade of the Tor XS is backwards compatible with the commands in the manual.

Do you provide ns-pulsed lasers with 1 mJ pulse energy?2025-12-05T15:28:03+01:00

Do you provide ns-pulsed lasers with 1 mJ pulse energy?

No, the highest pulse energy we offer is 500 mJ.

Which heatsink do you recommend for each Cobolt Tor model?2025-12-05T15:36:02+01:00

Which heatsink do you recommend for each Cobolt Tor model?

We recommend the HS-07 heatsink for the Tor XS, the HS-04 for the Tor, and the HS-05 for the Tor XE.

What is the typical lead time for the Cobolt Tor Series?2025-12-05T16:24:48+01:00

What is the typical lead time for the Cobolt Tor Series?

The lead time for the Tor and Tor XE lasers is 5-7 weeks, while the Tor XS is 5-6 weeks.

What is difference between the various Cobolt Tor models?2025-12-05T16:08:38+01:00

What is difference between the various Cobolt Tor models?

The Tor XS is our smallest compact laser which is triggerable, having multiple running modes for tuning pulse sequences.

The Tor XE is our higher energy Tor laser, up to 500 uJ pulse energy. This is suitable for LIBS applications.

The Tor laser is a free running laser with no software controlled trigger modes, and is the only Tor series laser available at 355 nm.

All Tor series lasers are available at 532 nm and 1064 nm.