The future of TCSPC has arrived: HydraHarp 500

We’re excited to unveil the HydraHarp 500, our next-generation Time-Correlated Single Photon Counting (TCSPC) unit. With its outstanding time resolution, unparalleled precision, and up to 16 independent channels, the HydraHarp 500 sets a new benchmark for high-throughput applications. From quantum communication and quantum information to time-resolved spectroscopy, this groundbreaking device is engineered to empower your research.

Key Features:

• 16 independent channels with low deadtime for simultaneous multi-channel data recording
• No deadtime between channels for uninterrupted data acquisition
• Support for diverse detectors, including SPADs and SNSPDs
• Seamless integration via USB 3.0, external FPGA, and White Rabbit for precise synchronization

The HydraHarp 500 is ideally suited for advanced research areas such as quantum communication, quantum entanglement, quantum information, the characterization of single-photon sources and time-resolved spectroscopy. Different trigger options to support a wide range of detectors, from single-photon avalanche diodes (SPADs) to superconducting nanowire single-photon detectors (SNSPDs) maximize flexibility in instrumentation. The versatile interfaces such as USB 3.0 and external FPGA for data transfer ensure seamless integration and efficient data transfer, while White Rabbit allows precise cross-device synchronization for distributed setups. The HydraHarp 500 has 16 independent channels with market-leading low deadtime plus a common sync channel which enable true simultaneous multi-channel data recording with no deadtime between channels.

Whether it is achieving precise photon correlation measurements, ensuring reproducible results, or integrating advanced setups, the HydraHarp 500 redefines what is possible — offering precision, flexibility, and efficiency combined with reliability and seamless integration. From innovative TCSPC systems, such as the HydraHarp 500, to state-of-the-art photon detectors, PicoQuant enables cutting-edge research to achieve breakthrough results in photonics and quantum research.

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