Announcing the Cryomech PT205 – Compact 2K Cryocooler
Today, we are excited to announce our latest pulse tube cryocooler model – the Cryomech PT205. The PT205 is a compact, high-performance, two-stage pulse tube cryocooler designed to meet the cooling requirements of advanced scientific applications, including superconducting nanowire single-photon detectors (SNSPDs).
This compact cryocooler is engineered to provide substantial cooling power at low temperatures, ensuring reliable performance in demanding environments. It delivers more than 10 milliwatts of cooling power in the 2.5 K range while consuming only 1.3 kW of power at 60 Hz, making the PT205 an energy-efficient and cost-effective option – an essential consideration for long-term operations in scientific and industrial settings.
A Compact Cryocooler for SNSPDs
A standout feature of the PT205 is its pulse tube technology, which eliminates the need for moving parts in the cooling process. The lack of moving parts results in significantly lower vibration levels compared to traditional cryocoolers. This design also reduces the mechanical wear that might lead to service requirements, adding to the PT205’s reliability and longevity.
The low-vibration features are particularly valuable in applications where even the smallest of vibrations can disrupt sensitive equipment or measurements. For example, the PT205 is ideally suited to support superconducting technologies, particularly in the field of SNSPDs. SNSPDs are used to detect single photons, which makes them invaluable in quantum optics, communications, and other applications requiring precise photon detection.
Measuring approximately 11 inches (28 cm) in length and weighing 19 pounds (8.6 kg), the PT205 meets SNSPD needs by providing the necessary cooling power in a compact, energy-efficient design that can easily be integrated into limited spaces. Its cooling performance ensures that nanowires within the detectors remain at the required temperature to operate at their best performance, so sensitive measurements can be carried out.
The PT205 has also been designed with high customization in mind, and offers customization possibilities from the room temperature flange down to the heat exchanger interfaces, allowing it to be seamlessly incorporated into your system.
Efficient Cooling for Quantum Sensing and Communications Applications
Another benefit of the PT205 is its lower total cost of ownership. Benefiting from our proven Cryomech pulse tube technology, the PT205 utilizes the same principles that allow a long mean time between maintenance (minimum 40 000 hours of operation) over its operational life compared to other cooling systems. The PT205’s energy efficiency, operating at just 1.3 kW of power consumption at 60 Hz, further contributes to its cost-effectiveness by minimizing energy use while delivering substantial cooling power.
The PT205 offers an exceptional balance of performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness for demanding cryogenic applications. Its ability to deliver more than 10 milliwatts of cooling power at 2.5 K with only 1.3 kW of power consumption makes it an efficient solution for advanced cryogenic technologies.
The innovative pulse tube design significantly reduces vibration and mechanical wear, enhancing system longevity and minimizing maintenance needs. With its energy efficiency, reduced operational costs, and compact design, the PT205 is a durable and practical choice for long-term, high-performance cooling in an array of scientific applications including quantum sensing and quantum communications.
“We’re proud to add the PT205 to our extensive line of pulse tube cryocoolers. The PT205 answers the call for a reliable, compact, high performance, two-stage pulse tube cryocooler for the growing SNSPD market. The PT205 is a credit to the ingenuity and creativity of our New Product Development team led by Brent Zerkle and Xihuan Hao, and is the latest example of our proud tradition of listening and responding to the needs of our customers and the cryogenic community.” said Rich Dausman, President of Bluefors Syracuse.
Contact our sales engineers today to learn more about the PT205.