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PM100D

Thorlabs PM100D Handheld Optical Power (With S120C/S120VC/S130VC/S155C Sensor)

DETAIL
 The space-saving, battery powered design and compatibility to all Thorlabs “C-Type” Photodiode, Thermal, Pyroelectric sensors, and custom Photodiode, Thermal and Pyroelectric detectors, combined with a fast USB device interface open a wide range of applications in Manufacturing, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, and R&D for stationary and field use. The provided software, including drivers and applications for LabVIEW and C makes it easy to integrate the instrument in test and measurement systems. A rechargeable lithium polymer battery allows long intervals between the charging cycles. The unit can be recharged with the supplied AC adapter or via USB connection to a PC or laptop.
 

  • Features

  • Compact, handheld, power and energy meter console
  • Large 4" lcd screen
  • Long-life internal li-polymer battery
  • Pre-installed 8 GB SD memory card for data storage
  • Console is calibrated and includes certificate of calibration
     

  • Specification

PM100D
Display
Display Type Graphical LCD 320 x 240 pixels, LED Backlight
Display Screens Numerical, Bar Graph, Line Graph, Statistics, Simulated Analog Needle
Viewing Area 81.4 mm x 61.0 mm
(3.20" x 2.40")
Refresh Rate 20 Hz
Audio 1x Speaker
Sensor Interface
Compatible Sensors All Photodiodes, Thermopiles, and Pyrosa
See Below for Sensor Specs
Time Constant Correction <1 s
AD Converter 16 bit
Trigger (Pulse Measurements, Pyroelectric Sensors) Adjustable, 0.1 - 100%
Connector DB9F, Left Side
Sensor Temperature Control Thermistor
Temperature Range -10 to 80 °C
Analog Outputs
Signal Amplified Input Signal (Not Corrected)
Voltage Range 0 to 2 V
Accuracy ±3%
Bandwidth Up to 100 kHz, Dependent on Sensor and Settings
Connector SMA, Left Side
Digital Outputs
Memory 8 GB Removable SD Card
Connector / Interface Mini USB / USB 2.0
Power
Battery Li-Polymer, 3.7 V, 1300 mAh
Charger / DC Input 5 V / 1 A
Dimensions and mounting
Dimensions (L x W x H) 180 mm x 105 mm x 38 mm
(7.09" x 4.13" x 1.50")
Weight <0.5 kg (<1.1 lb)
Mounting Options Kickstand; 1/4"-20 Post Thread
Operating Temperature 0 to 40 °C
Storage Temperature -40 to 70 °C

 

  • Sensor Selection

Photodiode Power Sensors
Model Type Detector Aperture
(mm)		 Wavelength
(nm)

Power

 (W)
S120C Standard Sensor Si Ø 9.5 400-1100 50 nW - 50 mW
S120VC Standard Sensor Si
(UV Extended)		 Ø 9.5 200-1100 50 nW - 50 mW
S130VC Slim Sensor Si
Slim		 Ø9.5 200-1100 Dual Range:
5 nW - 5 mW or
50 nW - 50 mW
S155C Fiber Sensor InGaAs
Fiber		 Ø5 800 -1700 1 nW - 20 mW
 
 
 

The S120C power head is designed for general purpose optical power measurements. The head is optimized for small thickness to fit in tight spaces. The high sensitive photodiode with large active area in combination with a reflective, diffused ND filter enables power measurements up to 50 mW in free-space and fiber-based applications. A removeable annular VIS/IR viewing target allows conveniently centering the measured beam to the active area of the photo-diode. The target absorbs light from 400 to 640nm and 800 to 1700nm.
 
  • Specification
Detector Type Silicon Photodiode
Wavelength Range 400 - 1100 nm
Optical Power Working Range 50 nW – 50 mW
Max Average Power Density 20 W/cm²
Max Pulse Energy 20 μJ
Linearity ± 0.5%
Resolution 1) 1nW
Measurement Uncertainty 2)

±3% 440 – 980 nm,

±5% 400 – 439 nm,

±7% 981 – 1100 nm
Typical Application Low Power Lasers
Laser Types Diode, Diode Arrays, He-Ne, Dye, Ion Lasers (Ar+, Kr+)
Coating /Diffuser 3) Reflective ND (OD1.5)
Cooling Convection
Head Temperature Measurement NTC Thermistor 4.7kΩ
Console Compatibility PM100D (亦可搭配 PM100A, PM100USB, PM200, PM320E)
Response Time < 1 μs
Sensor Dimensions Ø30.5 mm x 12.7 mm
Active Detector Area 9.7 mm x 9.7 mm
Input Aperture Ø9.5 mm
Cable Length 1.5 m
Connector Sub-D 9p male
Weight 0.07 kg
Post 3) #8-32 & M4 thread
Aperture Thread SM1, outer thread
Fiber Adapters (optional) FC, SC, LC, SMA, ST

1) Measured with PM100D console in bandwidth low setting.

2) Beam diameter > 1mm

3) This specification is valid for S120C devices from serial number 1203xxx. For older versions, please contact technical support.
Please note that the S120C power meter head is not compatible with the older Thorlabs power
meter consoles (PM100, PM30, PM300, PM300E, S100).
 
  • Typical Response graph

 

The S120VC power head is designed for general purpose optical power measurements. The head is optimized for small thickness to fit in tight spaces. The high sensitive photodiode with large active area in combination with a reflective, diffused ND filter enables power measurements up to 50 mW in free-space and fiber-based applications. A removeable annular UV/VIS viewing target allows conveniently centering the measured beam to the active area of the photo-diode. The target absorbs light from 200 to 525 nm.
 

  • Specification
Detector Type Silicon Photodiode (UV extended)
Wavelength Range 200 - 1100 nm
Optical Power Working Range 50 nW – 50 mW
Max Average Power Density 20 W/cm²
Max Pulse Energy 20 μJ
Linearity ± 0.5%
Resolution 1) 1nW
Measurement Uncertainty 2)

±3% 440 – 980 nm,

±5% 280 – 439 nm,

±7% 200 - 279 nm, 981 – 1100 nm
Typical Application Low Power Lasers
Laser Types Diode, Diode Arrays, He-Ne, Dye, Ion Lasers (Ar+, Kr+)
Coating /Diffuser 3) Reflective ND (OD1.5)
Cooling Convection
Head Temperature Measurement NTC Thermistor 4.7kΩ
Console Compatibility PM100D (亦可搭配 PM100A, PM100USB, PM200, PM320E)
Response Time < 1 μs
Sensor Dimensions Ø30.5 mm x 12.7 mm
Active Detector Area 9.7 mm x 9.7 mm
Input Aperture Ø9.5 mm
Cable Length 1.5 m
Connector Sub-D 9p male
Weight 0.07 kg
Post 3) #8-32 & M4 thread
Aperture Thread SM1, outer thread
Fiber Adapters (optional) FC, SC, LC, SMA, ST

1) Measured with PM100D console in bandwidth low setting.

2) Beam diameter > 1mm

3) This specification is valid for S120VC devices from serial number 1203xxx. For older versions, please contact technical support.
Please note that the S120VC power meter head is not compatible with the older Thorlabs power
meter consoles (PM100, PM30, PM300, PM300E, S100).

  • Typical Response graph
 

The S130VC with its slim design of only 5mm at the detector side is perfect to fit into tight optical setups. The ruggedized aluminum head with its large active area silicon photodiode can be held by hand or can be mounted with its 8-32 and M4 threaded mounting holes to posts and post holders.

A slideable ND filter enlarges the power range by approximately factor 100; the position of the filter is automatically recognized by the connected console after a few seconds for calculating the power level with the right responsivity value.

The S130VC is compatible with all new Thorlabs display units. A non-volatile memory in the sensor connector contains sensor information data and the NIST and PTB traceable calibration data.
 

  • Specification
Detector Type Silicon Photodiode (UV extended)
Wavelength Range 200 - 1100 nm
Optical Power Working Range 3) 500 pW – 0.5 mW (50 mW with filter)
Max Average Power Density 20 W/cm²
Max Pulse Energy 20 μJ
Linearity ± 0.5%
Resolution 1) 100 pW
Measurement Uncertainty 2)

±3% 451 – 1000 nm

±5% 200 – 450 nm, 1001 – 1100 nm
Typical Application Low Power Lasers
Laser Types Diode, Diode Arrays, He-Ne, Dye, Ion Lasers (Ar+, Kr+)
Coating /Diffuser 3) Reflective ND (OD1.5)
Cooling Convection
Console Compatibility PM100D (亦可搭配 PM100A, PM100USB, PM200, PM320E)
Response Time < 1 μs
Sensor Dimensions

150 mm x 19 mm x 10 mm

5 mm thickness on sensor side
Active Detector Area 9.7 mm x 9.7 mm
Input Aperture Ø9.5 mm
Cable Length 1.5 m
Connector Sub-D 9p male
Weight 0.125 kg
Post #8-32 & M4 threads
Aperture Thread(optional) SM1, outer thread with SM1A29 adapter
Fiber Adapters (optional) FC, SC, LC, SMA, ST (SM1A29 adapter required)

1) Measured with PM100D console in bandwidth low setting, without filter.

2) Beam diameter > 1mm

3) This specification is valid for S130VC devices from serial number 1203xxx. For older versions, please contact technical support.

Please note that the S130VC power meter head is not compatible with the older Thorlabs power

meter consoles (PM100, PM30, PM300, PM300E, S100).
 
  • Typical Response graph
 

The S155C power head is designed for fiber based applications in the VIS and NIR wavelength range without having a disturbing cable between sensor head and power meter console. The head is spectrally calibrated over the whole wavelength operating range and detects light from nanowatts up to 20 mW.
 

  • Specification
Detector Type InGaAs Photodiode
Wavelength Range 800 - 1700 nm
Optical Power Working Range 1 nW – 20 mW (-60 dBm … +13 dBm)
Max Average Power Density 10 W/cm2
Max Pulse Energy 20 μJ
Linearity ± 0.5%
Resolution 1) 100 pW (-70 dBm)
Measurement Uncertainty 2) ±5%
Typical Application Low Power Fiber Lasers
Laser Types Fiber coupled Diode, He-Cd, ArIo, KrIo, Dye, Ti-Sapphire
Coating /Diffuser N/A
Cooling Convection
Head Temperature Measurement 3) NTC Thermistor 3 kΩ
Console Compatibility PM100D (亦可搭配 PM100A, PM100USB, PM200, PM320E)
Response Time < 1 μs
Sensor Dimensions 36.2 x 31 x 14.5 mm (w/o fiber adapter)
Active Detector Area Ø 2 mm
Input Aperture Ø 5 mm
Connector Sub-D 9p male
Weight 0.03 kg
Aperture Thread SM05, outer thread
Fiber Adapters (optional) SC, LC, ST, SMA (FC included)

1) Measured with PM100D console in bandwidth low setting.

2) Beam diameter > 1mm

3) This specification is valid for S155C devices from serial number 1203xxx. For older versions, please contact technical support.
Please note that the S120VC power meter head is not compatible with the older Thorlabs power
meter consoles (PM100, PM30, PM300, PM300E, S100).
 
  • Typical Response graph

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