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Recently, we have bought a VCSEL laser diode, in which we can vary the wavelength by tuning the voltage and/or tuning current. Also, we got an application note in which it states as follows: "Set a current limit to 100 uA". I assume that this is a current limitation of wavelength tuning current.

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However, How do I limit the current based on the pin diagram? Screenshots are given below.

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  • \$\begingroup\$ The page linked in your question does not appear in the data sheet you linked. \$\endgroup\$
    – Andy aka
    Commented Mar 12, 2021 at 11:43
  • \$\begingroup\$ @Andyaka I have added screenshots, so I hope it will makes more clear. \$\endgroup\$
    – Kwok
    Commented Mar 12, 2021 at 13:06

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How do I limit the current based on the pin diagram?

You don't. You use the features of the circuit that is supplying the pin to limit the current.

For example, you use a benchtop supply with a current limit function.

The instruction is probably meant only to describe benchtop testing, where it's easy to make a mistake in the connection polarity, etc. For your final circuit you might not need this limiting capability (but it would be a good idea to confirm this with the vendor).

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