Photonics
Science of generating and controlling light and other forms of radiant energy whose quantum unit is the photon.
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Refractive Index Profile
Preform refractive index profile measurements are arguably the most critical process control measurement during the fiber manufacturing process. The data collected can be used to determine the transmission and geometric properties of the fibers before they are drawn and inform subsequent manufacturing steps. Photon Kinetics’ refractive index profilers are trusted worldwide by fiber manufacturers to optimize fiber yields and produce consistent products.
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Handheld Imaging System
SpectraScanner TM
The SpectraScanner is the latest product from Oculus Photonics, released in July 2012. The SpectraScanner is a handheld imaging system that has all the functionality of the UVScanner, plus an additional near-infrared viewing capability. This dual-band imager uses two separate cameras, one tuned for longwave ultraviolet, the other for near-infrared.
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Photodetectors
OSI Optoelectronics is a leading global provider of innovative photonics, optoelectronics and advanced electronic systems for leading Aerospace & Defense, Medical and Industrial Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). These demand high-reliability, high-performance and market-driven technology solutions today.
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Spectral Response SystemsQuantum Efficiency SystemsIPCE Measurement Systems
QE system provides electronics and software designed for fully automated measurement of external quantum efficiency of solar cells. All systems include probes and a fixed plate sample stage for samples up to 150 mm x 150 mm. The main system components include: custom designed software, measurement electronics, and computer system (Windows 8 operating system). The measurement involves focusing monochromatic light to a spot on the device under test, then accurately measuring the photon flux and current from the test cell. The system utilizes a dual beam configuration with lock-in detection, providing an absolute accuracy of ±3%. The QE system uses a grating monochrometer with silicon/InGaAs/Ge detectors. The system includes automatic order sorting filters and two light sources for monochromatic illumination (a Xenon- arc lamp and a halogen lamp). A single lock-in amplifier is used to measure both the reference detector and test device. The main system comes with all the hardware needed to measure quantum efficiency, a fixed plate sample stage and probes.
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AOI Programming Software
ProntoAOI
ProntoAOI used by electronics manufacturers will quickly program your Automatic Optical Inspection (AOI) machines. Program most popular AOI Equipment such as YES Tech, Mirtec, Orbotech, Agilent, Omron, CyberOptics, Viscom, Quad, Machine Vision Products (MVP), ViTechnology, Landrex Technologies, Christopher Associates / Marantz, Photon Dynamics, Camtek, etc.
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Single Photon Counting Modules
Single photon counting modules. So-called single photon counting modules are used to count single photons. These photon counters, sold under the brand name COUNT®, offer phenomenally low dark count rates with the best low noise characteristics.
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Lightwave Detector
N4377A
The N4377A Lightwave Detector is a USB-powered optical-electrical converter with built-in optical power meter capability. If used with a vector network analyzer or a spectrum analyzer it enables frequency domain applications in photonics.
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Interferometer
VFI-1200
The VFI is the interferometer of choice for industry leading photonics companies around the world. The VFI-1200 is an interferometric inspection system specifically designed for checking the surface quality and flatness of your cleaved or polished fibers. The VFI offers the perfect combination of a superb image quality with ease of use, and the reliability and robustness that our customers have come to expect from Arden products, resulting in fiber end face measurements that you can trust.
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Next Gen & Specialty Fibers
Photon Kinetics supports the development and production of today’s most advanced fiber types—from hollow-core and multicore for next-gen telecom & data centers to rare-earth doped fibers for industrial applications. Our cutting-edge testing systems give researchers and manufacturers the precision and flexibility needed to validate performance, accelerate innovation, and stay ahead of evolving technology demands.
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Optical Modulation Analyzer
OMA
In partnership with Tektronix, we bring you a high-performing and flexible OMA system that will meet your requirements today and into the future.With the market-leading performance of Quantifi Photonics’ IQRX coherent receiver and the scalable architecture of Tektronix’s high-performing oscilloscopes, you’ll get the most out of your investment. Use the stack as a single 70GHz OMA system, or use it as four independent oscilloscopes.Whether you are working with 100G coherent transceivers or 1 Terabit long haul communication systems, our OMA can be configured to suit your exact requirements.
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Sensor
VL53L1
The VL53L1 is a state-of-art Time-of-Flight (ToF) laser-ranging miniature sensor. Housed in a miniature and reflowable package, it integrates a SPAD (Single Photon Avalanche Diodes) array, physical infrared filters and optics to achieve the best ranging performance in various ambient lighting conditions, with range of cover glass options.Unlike conventional IR sensors, VL53L1 uses ST’s latest generation direct ToF technology which allows absolute distance measurement whatever the target color and reflectance. It provides accurate ranging up to 4m and can work at fast speed (60Hz), which makes it the fastest miniature ToF sensor on the market.With patented algorithms and ingenious module construction, VL53L1 is also able to detect different objects within the Field-of-View with depth information (histogram) at 60Hz. Scene browsing and multi-zone detection is now possible with VL53L1, thanks to software customizable detection array for quicker “touch-to-focus” or mini depth-map use cases.
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Fluorescence Lifetime Systems
TCSPC, short for time-correlated single photon counting, refers to a powerful analysis method used especially in life sciences and fundamental physics. This technique is used to perform hyper-accurate fluorescence and phosphorescence lifetime measurements. As technology leader in equipment for multidimensional single photon counting, Becker & Hickl has been offering a wide range of high-efficiency TCSPC systems since 1993.
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Photoreaction Evaluation System
Lightway (PQY-01)
This system can measure the number of photons absorbed, which is necessary for calculating the quantum yield of photoreactions.
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Photon Counting PMT Detection System
For spectroscopy and microscopy experiments in the UV/Vis/NIR region of the spectrum, a photomultiplier tube (PMT) is the ideal detector for quantitative low light level measurements. A PMT is extremely sensitive, with very wide dynamic range so it can also measure high levels of light. PMT’s are also very fast so rapid changes in optical signals can be reliably monitored. As a practical matter, PMTs are durable, long-lived, and economical.HORIBA provides a simple, self contained PMT housing that operates in either analog or photon counting modes with the flick of a switch. This ambient PMT housing is ideal for standard side-on PMTs that are used from 185 to 900 nanometers. It has a very low dark count for a non-cooled PMT housing providing a dark count of only ~ 50 to 500 counts per second (cps) depending on the PMT selected.
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Avalanche Photodiodes
Excelitas offers Avalanche Photodiodes (APDs) on both Silicon (Si) and InGaAs materials. Si APDs cover the spectral range of 400 nm to 1100 nm and the InGaAs APDs cover 950 nm to 1550 nm. An Avalanche Photodiode (APD) provides higher sensitivity than a standard photodiode and is for extreme low-level light (LLL) detection and photon counting.
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Light Analysis
Welcome to Thorlabs; below you will find links to detectors and instrumentation that measure the various properties of light, a subset of our entire line of photonics products. Thorlabs offers an extensive selection of instruments that measure the properties of light. Our versatile power and energy meters can be used with over 25 different sensors in order to make NIST-traceable power and energy measurements. If the convenience of a meter is not desired, our selection of detectors includes basic photodiodes (uncalibrated and calibrated), photodetectors (biased, amplified, and avalanche), CCD and CMOS arrays, position detectors, integrating spheres, and photomultiplier tubes. The Beam Characterization category contains beam profilers (camera and scanning slit), a wavefront sensor, spectrometers, and interferometers, while the Polarimetery link leads to a selection of instruments used to measure and control the polarization of light.
