
XLDHe High Power System
Measurement System
The XLDHehp provides extremely high cooling power and rapid cooldown times for experiments in the 1 K temperature range.
The XLDHehp is a cryogen-free measurement system that utilizes helium-4 to deliver extremely high cooling power between 200-700 mW at 1–1.2 K. It is ideal for applications in the 1 K temperature range, such as single photon detectors for photonic quantum computers, or spin qubit quantum computing devices (when fitted with optional integrated magnets).
The system features side-loading ports for fast exchange of experimental wiring, and a large experimental flange of 520 mm. A configuration with integrated superconducting magnets and additional payload space is also available.
This vast cooling power and space provide enormous flexibility, and the fast turnaround system enables opportunities to scale up the number of experiments carried out.





Product Highlights
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XLDHehp
Measurement System
Ultimate Cooling for 1 K Experiments
The extensive cooling power of the XLDHe High Power System makes it especially suitable for demanding applications such as single photon detectors for photonic quantum computers, or spin qubit quantum computing devices.
The standard configuration of the XLDHehp uses 2 x powerful PT425-ENH Pulse Tube Cryocoolers, and includes a large main heat exchanger and powerful booster pump for maximal helium-4 flow. This combination delivers excellent cooling power with 200-700 mW between 1-1.2 K on the experimental flange. The system reaches a typical base temperature of <900 mK in 12-16 hours, depending on the configuration.
The XLDHehp System utilizes our optimized pulse tube cryocooler integration, which results in a significant increase in the available cooling power at the 4K flange.
Triple Pulse Tube and Fast Turnaround Options
For the most demanding experiments, a version of the XLDHehp featuring 3 x PT425-ENH Pulse Tube Cryocoolers is available for improved 4K stage cooling power. Adding an optional LN2 Pre-Cooling Loop to this system brings the cooling time down to just 9 hours.
When combined with a 4K warm-up heater kit, it is possible to achieve extremely rapid turnaround times on all systems, increasing the number of experiments that can be carried out.
Fast Exchange of Wiring with Side-Loading Feature
The side-loading feature allows wiring assembly work to be performed away from the cryostat on a work bench. Consequently, the wiring for a second experiment can be prepared while the system is running. When the system is warmed to room temperature, the assembly can be immediately exchanged, greatly reducing the room temperature idle time.
Preparing and exchanging the installation set assembly is carried out using a dedicated installation tool that provides mechanical stability and maintains the correct flange spacing, simplifying the process of mounting into the cryostat.
Unique Wiring Capabilities
The XLDHe High Power System has a variety of access ports between the Room Temperature Flange and the Evaporator Flange. For example, the standard version with 2 pulse tubes includes:
- 6 x side-loading line of sight (LOS) ports
- 3 x KF40 LOS ports
- 4 x KF40 non-LOS ports
Side-loading ports (six ports in double pulse tube configuration and five ports in triple pulse tube configuration) can accommodate up to 32 standard SMA 18 GHz coaxial cable lines each. Larger volumes of RF cabling (up to 168 lines per port) are available in a high-density wiring solution.
Read more about High-Density Wiring
Vast Experimental Space
The XLDHehp is available in configurations with either 2- or 3-section vacuum cans:
- The standard model with 2-section vacuum cans, includes 1-section still shield to ensure a fast cooldown, and offers 175mm vertical experimental space.
- A model with 3-section vacuum cans expands the vertical experimental space to 776 mm, and adds a 2-section still shield, making it ideal for use with magnets.
Both versions offer a very large experimental flange diameter of 520 mm.
Magnet Integration
The XLDHehp with 3-section vacuum cans allows the installation of a 2-section still shield, making the system compatible with cryogen-free magnets. This makes it an ideal system for spin qubit applications, and expands the experimental area from 175 mm to 776 mm.
A wide variety of magnets is available, such as solenoid, vector, and split pair magnets.
Technical Specifications
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XLDHehp
Measurement System
Note: The cooling power is measured on the Evaporator flange . The experimental space is measured on the bottom of the Evaporator flange. The cooldown time to base temperature is measured on an empty system with a standard experimental space and shield set.
| XLDHehp | Guaranteed |
|---|---|
| Base temperature | <900 mK |
| Cooling power at 1 K | 200 mW |
| Cooling power at 1.1 K | 400 mW |
| Cooling power at 1.2 K | 700 mW |
| Cooldown time to base temperature (empty system). Optional LN2 pre-cooling loop available for faster cooldown time (<9 h with 2-section vacuum cans). | 3 x PT425-ENH and a short experimental space: <12 hours 2 x PT425-ENH and a very long experimental space: <16 hours |
| Experimental space | Ø520mm |
| Vertical experiment space | 175 mm (2-section) 776 mm (3-section) |
Options
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XLDHehp
Measurement System
Note: XLDHehp is available in configurations with either 2 or 3 x PT425-ENH Pulse Tube Cryocoolers, and with either a 2-section vacuum can (with 175 mm vertical experimental space) or a 3-section vacuum can with 2-section, magnet-ready still shield (providing 776 mm vertical experimental space). The Additional 4K Flange option requires the third Pulse Tube Cryocooler integration. Still Heat Pipe is always included in XLDHehp systems.
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Layout and Facility Requirements
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XLDHehp
Measurement System
Layout Overview

Each Bluefors system is designed to be installed to a specific location defined in advance. A separate layout drawing is made for each Bluefors system, which should always be referred to for exact dimensions.
Note: Increasing the length of the helium pumping line will affect the guaranteed cooling power.
Facility Requirements
The basic requirements are 3-phase electricity, cooling water, and compressed air. The full list of requirements and specification details can be found in the Pre-Installation Guide, please contact our sales team for a copy.
See Also
Ultimate Cooling for 1 K Experiments – XLDHe High Power System
Quantum at Scale: Photonic’s Path to Networked Quantum Computing
Introducing the XLDHe High Power System – Ultimate Cooling for 1 K Experiments
Quantum Applications in the Bluefors Measurement System
Cryogenic Measurement Infrastructure for Quantum Computing
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