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Optical Power Meter Kits![]()
PM400K5 Digital Console with Thermal Sensor PM130D Digital Console with Slim Photodiode Sensor PM120VA Analog Console with Photodiode Sensor ![]() Please Wait
Features
Our optical power meter kits consist of a console, a C-series photodiode or thermal power sensor, and a post mounting assembly. Except for the PM120VA, which includes the PM100A analog power meter console, the sensor in each kit is paired with either a PM100D digital or PM400 touchscreen digital power meter console. For a full list of available kits, see the table to the right. All three consoles have a USB 2.0 connection that allows them to be controlled remotely using a PC with the Optical Power Meter software package installed (see the Software tab for details). PM100A Analog Console PM100D Digital Console PM400 Touchscreen Digital Console A 14-pin auxiliary input allows users to connect their own humidity and temperature sensors as well as access four programmable I/O ports for controlling shutters, interlock devices, laser warning lights, and other common lab devices (see the Pin Diagrams tab for pin descriptions). Alternatively, a 2.5 mm stereo (3P) jack accepts the TSP-TH thermistor temperature probe. Like the PM100D, this console is compatible with all our C-Series sensors. For more information on the PM400 touchscreen digital console features, see the Specs and Display tabs above or visit the full web presentation. Additional Power Meter and Sensor Options Recalibration Service Click here for the complete PM100A product presentation.
Click here for the complete PM100D product presentation.
Click here for the complete PM400 product presentation.
Common Display Elements
![]() Click to Enlarge The Front Panel of the Touchscreen Power Meter Console Touchscreen Power Meter Console Front PanelThorlabs' PM400 Power Meter Console features a front panel with several key elements, as shown in the photo to the right. The projected capacitive touchscreen and buttons are sensitive enough to allow smooth operation even when the user wears cotton, latex, or nitrile gloves, but durable enough to be cleaned with standard screen cleaning solvents.
Additional Features
The Touchscreen DisplayThe screenshots below provide an overview of some of the measurement views, measurement settings, functions, and calculators accessible through the touchscreen display. Numerical Display![]()
The numerical display shows a digital measurement of the power or energy with a bar graph along the bottom. The orange and blue triangles on the bar graph show the min and max values detected during the measurement. To reset the min and max values, press the reset button on the front panel. The six rectangular subpanels immediately above the power or energy measurement are configurable displays, allowing the user to select which parameters to view. The Subpanel Display Options table provides a summary of available settings for each style of detector. Simulated Analog Needle![]() Measurements can be viewed with a simulated analog needle. The orange and blue marks are indicators for the max and min measured power, and the scale can be zoomed by a factor of 10. Icons down the side of the screen allow the user to set the bandwidth, adjust the resolution of the digital value at the bottom of the display, change units, adjust the display update rate or change screens. Graph View![]() In the graph view, the user can monitor the optical power or energy of a source as it changes over time. A second, optional display can be added that shows the readout from a connected temperature sensor (the upper graph in the screenshot above). Icons on the side of the window allow the user to start and stop the measurement, scroll through the data, and open the folder where the measurement is saved. Statistics Display![]() In the statistics display, the user can start a sequential measurement. The sample rate and duration can be adjusted from the Capture Settings screen, accessible from the main menu. The bottom bar of the display shows the number of measurements taken, total elapsed time since the measurements were started, and the measurement interval. The main part of the display shows statistics for the accumulated measurements, including the minimum, maximum, mean, and standard deviation. Spectral Correction![]() This mode can be entered by pressing the λ symbol on the front panel. The unit can store up to 12 preset spectral correction entries, editable by the user. In their simplest form, these entries can consist of a single user-entered wavelength that will be used in conjunction with the NIST-traceable calibration data from a Thorlabs' sensor to produce a calibrated power measurement. Alternatively, each entry can be a .csv file with the source spectrum that has been uploaded and saved. When a spectral correction entry is selected, the entry name will be displayed in the field above the spectral correction button. Attenuation Correction![]() External devices within a setup, such as a filter or beamsplitter, may be needed to attenuate the signal being measured. The attenuation correction function allows the PM400 to display a power reading that accounts for these sources of attenuation. Attenuation values can be assigned as a multiplier (e.g. x2), in percent, in dB, or in OD (optical density). Alternatively, complete filter transmission curves can be uploaded and saved. Up to 12 different attenuation settings can be programmed and stored. Main Menu![]() The PM400 main menu allows access to device features including the screen brightness, the menus to set the parameters for power, energy, and temperature measurements, a screen for calculating laser pulse characteristics, and a unit converter. Capture Settings![]() This screen allows the user to set the parameters for taking data. User-selectable settings include manual or automatic data acquisition, the exposure time, the number of samples, and the capture interval. It also allows the temperature logging parameters to be set. Once all of the settings are selected, this screen will return an estimated file size so that the user can ensure there is enough free memory on the device. In the case of manual operation (the user manually starts and stops the measurement), the estimated output file size will be the rate at which memory is used up as the data is collected. Sensor Measurement Settings![]() This screen allows the user to view sensor-dependent content, adjust common settings such as wavelength, attenuation, mode, etc., and enter beam parameters. Temperature Sensor Settings![]() If an external temperature sensor is hooked up to the PM400, the user can adjust the parameters here. Laser Calculator and Unit Converter![]() The PM400 has several calculators. The laser calculator screen allows the user to calculate laser beam parameters based on available inputs. A unit converter provides quick conversions between Watts and dBm or between wavelength, frequency, wavenumbers, and photon energy.
PM100A and PM100D Power Meter ConsolesOptical Sensor Head Input![]() 9-Pin Female D-Sub
Analog Output
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1 | +5 V (100 mA Max Current from This Pin) |
2 | DO NOT USEa |
3 | AGND (Analog Ground): Photodiode Ground (Anode), Thermal and Pyroelectric Sensor Ground |
4 | Photodiode Cathode |
5 | Pyroelectric Sensor + |
6 | DGND (Digital Ground) |
7 | Present: Connect this Pin via a 1 kΩ to 10 kΩ Resistor to Pin 3 (AGND) to Enable a Custom Sensor |
8 | Thermal Sensor + |
9 | Not Connected |
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1 | Ground |
2 | +3.3 VDC, 0.1 A |
3 | Do Not Use (No Function) |
4 | ADC Current In (Humidity Sensor) |
5 | Temp / Humidity Detection Module |
6 | ADC Current In (Temperature Sensor) |
7 | GPIO 02 |
8 | GPIO 01 |
9 | GPIO 03 |
10 | GPIO 04 |
11 | Ground |
12 | + 2.5 VDC, 0.05 A |
13 | Ground |
14 | -2.5 VDC, 0.05 A |
The Optical Power Monitor software is not compatible with the PM320E Benchtop Power Meter.
The Optical Power Monitor GUI software features power measurement, readout from up to eight power meters, and remote wireless operation.
For details on specific software features, please see the user manual, which can be downloaded here.
Users interested in the legacy Power Meter Software can find it by visiting the software page here.
The PM101 Series Power Meters are only compatible with version 2.0 or later. The PM102 Series Power Meters are only compatible with version 2.1 or later.
The Optical Power Monitor software GUI enables seamless control of up to eight power meters that are connected via USB, RS232, or Bluetooth® wireless technologya. The latest software, firmware, drivers, and utilities for these power meters can be downloaded here.
Multiple data measurement and analysis functions are integrated into the GUI package. The interface offers a user-friendly design with minimal use of color and low brightness that is ideal use in dark lab environments while wearing laser safety glasses. Measured data can be displayed in real time as a simulated analog needle, digital values, line graph, or bar graph. Continuously logged and short-term measurements can be recorded for data viewing and analysis at a later point. A built-in statistics mode analyzes measured data and continuously updates to reflect new measurements within the pre-determined measurement period. Beam position measurements are also supported when used with our thermal position & power sensors.
The Optical Power Monitor software package installs the GUI, which then can be used to control the touchscreen, handheld, or USB-interface power meters. Firmware updates for supported power meters are also available. Programming examples and drivers for interfacing with our power and energy meter consoles using LabVIEW, C/C++, Visual C#, and Python are installed with the software; refer to the manual for details.
Please note that the Optical Power Monitor Software uses different drivers than the Power Meter Utilities Software and Thorlabs recommends using the new driver TLPM.dll. For users who wish to use the legacy Power Meter Software or use custom software designed using the older PM100D.dll driver, a Power Meter Driver Switcher program is included for easy swapping of the installed driver between the two versions.
a. The PM160, PM160T, and PM160T-HP power meters are equipped with Bluetooth® connections.
Determining whether emission from a pulsed laser is compatible with a device or application can require referencing parameters that are not supplied by the laser's manufacturer. When this is the case, the necessary parameters can typically be calculated from the available information. Calculating peak pulse power, average power, pulse energy, and related parameters can be necessary to achieve desired outcomes including:
Pulsed laser radiation parameters are illustrated in Figure 1 and described in the table. For quick reference, a list of equations are provided below. The document available for download provides this information, as well as an introduction to pulsed laser emission, an overview of relationships among the different parameters, and guidance for applying the calculations.
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Figure 1: Parameters used to describe pulsed laser emission are indicated in the plot (above) and described in the table (below). Pulse energy (E) is the shaded area under the pulse curve. Pulse energy is, equivalently, the area of the diagonally hashed region.
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Pulse Energy | E | Joules [J] | A measure of one pulse's total emission, which is the only light emitted by the laser over the entire period. The pulse energy equals the shaded area, which is equivalent to the area covered by diagonal hash marks. | ||
Period | Δt | Seconds [s] | The amount of time between the start of one pulse and the start of the next. | ||
Average Power | Pavg | Watts [W] | The height on the optical power axis, if the energy emitted by the pulse were uniformly spread over the entire period. | ||
Instantaneous Power | P | Watts [W] | The optical power at a single, specific point in time. | ||
Peak Power | Ppeak | Watts [W] | The maximum instantaneous optical power output by the laser. | ||
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Seconds [s] | A measure of the time between the beginning and end of the pulse, typically based on the full width half maximum (FWHM) of the pulse shape. Also called pulse duration. | ||
Repetition Rate | frep | Hertz [Hz] | The frequency with which pulses are emitted. Equal to the reciprocal of the period. |
Example Calculation:
Is it safe to use a detector with a specified maximum peak optical input power of 75 mW to measure the following pulsed laser emission?
The energy per pulse:
seems low, but the peak pulse power is:
It is not safe to use the detector to measure this pulsed laser emission, since the peak power of the pulses is >5 orders of magnitude higher than the detector's maximum peak optical input power.
Thorlabs offers a wide selection of power and energy meter consoles and interfaces for operating our power and energy sensors. Key specifications of all of our power meter consoles and interfaces are presented below to help you decide which device is best for your application. We also offer self-contained wireless power meters and compact USB power meters.
When used with our C-series sensors, Thorlabs' power meter consoles and interfaces recognize the type of connected sensor and measure the current or voltage as appropriate. Our C-series sensors have responsivity calibration data stored in their connectors. The console will read out the responsivity value for the user-entered wavelength and calculate a power or energy reading.
The consoles and interfaces are also capable of providing a readout of the current or voltage delivered by the sensor. Select models also feature an analog output.
Item # | PM100A | PM100D | PM400 | PM320E |
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Key Features | Analog Power Measurements | Digital Power and Energy Measurements | Digital Power and Energy Measurements, Touchscreen Control | Dual Channel |
Compatible Sensors | Photodiode and Thermal Power | Photodiode and Thermal Power; Pyroelectric | ||
Housing Dimensions (H x W x D) |
7.24" x 4.29" x 1.61" (184 mm x 109 mm x 41 mm) |
7.09" x 4.13" x 1.50" (180 mm x 105 mm x 38 mm) |
5.35" x 3.78" x 1.16" (136.0 mm x 96.0 mm x 29.5 mm) |
4.8" x 8.7" x 12.8" (122 mm x 220 mm x 325 mm) |
Channels | 1 | 2 | ||
External Temperature Sensor Input (Sensor not Included) | - | - | Instantaneous Readout and Record Temperature Over Time | - |
External Humidity Sensor Input (Sensor not Included) | - | - | Instantaneous Readout and Record Humidity Over Time | - |
GPIO Ports | - | 4, Programmable | - | |
Source Spectral Correction | - | - | ![]() |
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Attenuation Correction | - | - | ![]() |
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Type | Mechanical Needle and LCD Display with Digital Readout | 320 x 240 Pixel Backlit Graphical LCD Display | Protected Capacitive Touchscreen with Color Display | 240 x 128 Pixels Graphical LCD Display |
Dimensions | Digital: 1.9" x 0.5" (48.2 mm x 13.2 mm) Analog: 3.54" x 1.65" (90.0 mm x 42.0 mm) |
3.17" x 2.36" (81.4 mm x 61.0 mm) |
3.7" x 2.1" (95 mm x 54 mm) |
3.7" x 2.4" (94.0 mm x 61.0 mm) |
Refresh Rate | 20 Hz | 10 Hz (Numerical) 25 Hz (Analog Simulation) |
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Type | - | SD Card | NAND Flash | - |
Size | - | 2 GB | 4 GB | - |
Power | ||||
Battery | LiPo 3.7 V 1300 mAh | LiPo 3.7 V 2600 mAh | - | |
External | 5 VDC via USB or Included AC Adapter | 5 VDC via USB | Selectable Line Voltage: 100 V, 115 V, 230 V (±10%) |
Item # | PM101 | PM102 | PM101A | PM102A | PM101R | PM101U | PM102U | PM100USB |
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Key Features | USB, RS232, UART, and Analog Operation |
USB and Analog SMA Operation | USB and RS232 Operation | USB Operation | USB Operation | |||
Compatible Sensors | PM101 Series: Photodiode and Thermal Power PM102 Series: Thermal Power and Thermal Position & Power |
Photodiode and Thermal Power; Pyroelectric |
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Housing Dimensions (H x W x D) |
3.80" x 2.25" x 1.00" (96.5 x 57.2 x 25.4 mm) |
3.94" x 2.25" x 1.00" (100.0 x 57.2 x 25.4 mm) |
3.78" x 2.25" x 1.00" (95.9 x 57.2 x 25.4 mm) |
3.68" x 2.25" x 1.00" (93.6 x 57.2 x 25.4 mm) |
3.67" x 2.38 " x 1.13" (93.1 x 60.4 x 28.7 mm) |
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External Temperature Sensor Input (Sensor Not Included) |
NTC Thermistor | - | ||||||
External Humidity Sensor Input (Sensor not Included) |
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Source Spectral Correction | - | |||||||
Attenuation Correction | - | |||||||
External Trigger Input | - | |||||||
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Type | No Built-In Display; Controlled via GUI for PC | |||||||
Refresh Rate | Up to 1000 Hza | Up to 300 Hza | ||||||
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Numerical | Requires PCb | |||||||
Mechanical Analog Needle | - | |||||||
Simulated Analog Needle | Requires PCb | |||||||
Bar Graph | Requires PCb | |||||||
Trend Graph | Requires PCb | |||||||
Histogram | Requires PCb | |||||||
Statistics | Requires PCb | |||||||
Memory | ||||||||
Type | Internal Non-Volatile Memory for All Settings | - | ||||||
Size | - | |||||||
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External | 5 VDC via USB or 5 to 36 VDC via DA-15 |
5 VDC via USB |
Posted Comments: | |
80kmh
 (posted 2017-09-11 18:35:39.067) Dear sir/madam,
I want to use this powermeter module.
Regarding the software, is it providing the software developing file for example SDK or library and etc...
I need it to develop my software using this item. swick
 (posted 2017-09-12 03:56:58.0) This is a response from Sebastian at Thorlabs. Thank you for the inquiry. Our Power Meter Consoles can be controlled with SCPI commands. After installing the software package you can find examples e.g. in C# at path:
C:\Program Files (x86)\IVI Foundation\VISA\WinNT\PM100D\Example
I will contact you directly to provide further information about the driver. anatole.heliot
 (posted 2016-04-26 04:45:15.563) Hello,
I'm using the PM120D pack (with S120C photodiode) for measuring an light intensity in function of time. I'm wondering if I can have a response time on the order of microsecond with the analog output.
Thank you,
Anatole HELIOT shallwig
 (posted 2016-04-27 10:41:24.0) This is a response from Stefan at Thorlabs. Thank you very much for your inquiry. The analog output Bandwidth is DC-100 kHz dependent on the sensor. For the photodiodes sensors you can find the output bandwidth dependent on the current range in the manual on page 68 https://www.thorlabs.com/thorcat/17600/PM100D-Manual.pdf . I will contact you directly to check your application in more detail. jvigroux
 (posted 2012-05-16 07:51:00.0) A resposne from Julien at Thorlabs: Dear Ken, thank you for your feedback! We indeed do not write explicitly that a post holder and a base are included in those bundles. We will modify the text on the webpage to make the exact component list clearer. ken
 (posted 2012-05-16 08:23:07.0) They come with a post/holder/base? We do not see the information in the page here though. Ken jvigroux
 (posted 2011-11-17 13:52:00.0) A response from Julien at Thorlabs: Dear Martin, I am really sorry about this inconvenience. We will ship you a replacement immediately. Concerning your question about the quality control, we do check each power meter individually before shipment. I unfortunately do not know what the exact problem with your console is but I assume something must have happened during the shipment. We will inspect the unit as soon as we have it back and take the appropriate measures to prevent such issue from happening again. I will contact you directly to sort out the shipping details for the replacement. m.j.slaman
 (posted 2011-11-17 12:24:11.0) I have unpacked my PM204 (consists of a PM200 and a S120VC) but it is not reading anything. The measured value remains inf as well as the minimum and maximum value. Also in the applied software I don`t see any reading (value remains 0 or ---). I have auto ranging on an tried with several light conditions. In the software an indicator shows A (waiting for new measurement value)(in the left top corner) while I expect sometimes a T of "trigger". The detector itself is ok since it is functioning on a PM100D console. I have attached also a second detector (S155C)on the PM200 without success. I have checked for firmwareupdates but there are non available on the website. I can not find any reset functions or trigger-arm functions in the manual nor in the software. Did anybody check the console before chipping? That must be since a callibration sheet was shipped with it?!?!
How do I fix it?
Martin bdada
 (posted 2011-10-10 17:12:00.0) Response from Buki at Thorlabs:
Thank you for using our Feedback tool. Our sensors measure light from 200nm upwards. We will contact you regarding the possibility of a custom sensor that can measure 193nm. matt.hansen
 (posted 2011-10-10 13:43:09.0) To Whom:
What would bea good detector to use with our PM310D meter to measure 193 nm light in the nW range ?
Matt Hansen bdada
 (posted 2011-10-06 20:36:00.0) Response from Buki at Thorlabs:
Thank you for your feedback. The PM120A has been replaced with the PM120D, which is designed for 400 - 1100nm and power levels of 50nW to 50mW. We will contact you to discuss your application. ryanlee
 (posted 2011-10-06 17:58:46.0) Hi
Can you advise if the PM120A is suitable to check the below mentioned items?
1) 3M Curing Light 2500
http://dentista.pinoydental.com/component/page,shop.product_details/flypage,shop.flypage/product_id,20/category_id,9/manufacturer_id,0/option,com_virtuemart/Itemid,70/vmcchk,1/
2) Dymax Bluewave 75
http://www.dymax.com/products/curing_equipment/uv_spot_lamps/bluewave_75.php
Thanks!
Regards
Ryan jjurado
 (posted 2011-05-04 13:27:00.0) Response from Javier at Thorlabs to dBolles: Thank you very much for contacting us. Yes, all of our C series sensors have NIST-traceable calibration data, as well as sensor information, saved in the DB9 connector. This information is automatically retrieved by our power meters as soon as the sensor is connected. dBolles
 (posted 2011-05-04 08:41:42.0) Do all of your C detectors have the calibration data for the detector stored in the DB connector? fcao
 (posted 2011-01-26 17:59:05.0) Hi Simon. Our China office will contact you shortly. simonhedwin
 (posted 2011-01-26 15:05:21.0) ??PM121D?????? |
This tab outlines the full selection of Thorlabs' power and energy sensors. Refer to the lower right table for power meter console and interface compatibility information.
In addition to the power and energy sensors listed below, Thorlabs also offers all-in-one, wireless, handheld power meters and compact USB power meter interfaces that contain either a photodiode or a thermal sensor, as well as power meter bundles that include a console, sensor head, and post mounting accessories.
Thorlabs offers four types of sensors:
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Console Item # | PM100A | PM100D | PM400 | PM320E | PM101 Series |
PM102 Series |
PM100USB |
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There are two options for comparing the specifications of our Power and Energy Sensors. The expandable table below sorts our sensors by type (e.g., photodiode, thermal, or pyroelectric) and provides key specifications.
Alternatively, the selection guide graphic further below arranges our entire selection of photodiode and thermal power sensors by wavelength (left) or optical power range (right). Each box contains the item # and specified range of the sensor. These graphs allow for easy identification of the sensor heads available for a specific wavelength or power range.
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Kit Item # | PM120VA |
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PM100A |
Display | Analog Needle with 132 x 32 Pixel LCD |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 Connectivity |
Console Sensor Compatibility | All C-Series Photodiode and Thermal Power Sensors |
Included Sensor | S120VC |
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Wavelength Range | 200 - 1100 nm |
Power Range | 50 nW - 50 mW |
Resolution | 1 nW |
Detector Type | Si Photodiode |
Aperture | Ø9.5 mm |
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This kit includes our PM100A console, an S120VC photodiode power sensor, and a post assembly, consisting of a BA2 base, PH2 post holder, and TR2 Ø1/2" post. This is a general-purpose kit for low-power lasers (50 nW - 50 mW) within the visible and NIR regions. Surrounding the sensor's active area is a fluorescing alignment disk, which absorbs light from 200 - 525 nm. Many of our laser diodes and HeNe lasers are suitable for use with this power meter kit.
Thorlabs offers a recalibration service for power and energy meter kits, which can be ordered below (see Item # CAL1). Enter only the Part # and Serial # of the sensor that requires recalibration and include the corresponding console for recalibration during shipment.
If you wish to recalibrate only your console, please contact Tech Support for details.
Kit Item # | PM120D | PM400K1 |
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Included Console Item # | PM100D | PM400 |
Display | 4" Backlit Digital Display, 320 x 240 Pixel Resolution |
4.3" Capacitive Color Touchscreen, WQVGA Resolution |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 Connectivity | |
Console Sensor Compatibility |
All C-Series Photodiode and Thermal Power Sensors as Well as All Pyroelectric Energy Sensors |
Included Sensor | S120C |
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Wavelength Range | 400 - 1100 nm |
Power Range | 50 nW - 50 mW |
Resolution | 1 nW |
Detector Type | Si Photodiode |
Aperture | Ø9.5 mm |
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Each kit includes our PM100D or PM400 power meter console, a S120C photodiode sensor, and a post assembly, consisting of a BA2 base, PH2 post holder, and TR2 Ø1/2" post. This is a general purpose kit for low power lasers (50 nW - 50 mW) within the visible and NIR. Surrounding the sensor's active area is a fluorescing alignment disk, which absorbs light from 400 - 640 nm and 800 - 1700 nm. Many of our laser diodes and HeNe lasers are suitable for use with this power meter kit.
Thorlabs offers a recalibration service for power and energy meter kits, which can be ordered below (see Item # CAL1). Enter only the Part # and Serial # of the sensor that requires recalibration and include the corresponding console for recalibration during shipment.
If you wish to recalibrate only your console, please contact Tech Support for details.
Kit Item # | PM121D | PM400K2 |
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Included Console Item # | PM100D | PM400 |
Display | 4" Backlit Digital Display, 320 x 240 Pixel Resolution |
4.3" Capacitive Color Touchscreen, WQVGA Resolution |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 Connectivity | |
Console Sensor Compatibility |
All C-Series Photodiode and Thermal Power Sensors as Well as All Pyroelectric Energy Sensors |
Included Sensor | S121C |
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Wavelength Range | 400 - 1100 nm |
Power Range | 500 nW - 500 mW |
Resolution | 10 nW |
Detector Type | Si Photodiode |
Aperture | Ø9.5 mm |
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Each kit includes our PM100D or PM400 console, a S121C photodiode sensor, and a post assembly, consisting of a BA2 base, PH2 post holder, and TR2 Ø1/2" post. This is a general purpose kit for low to medium power lasers (500 nW - 500 mW) within the visible and NIR spectrums (<1100 nm). It is similar to the S120C, which is included in the kit above, but an ND filter attenuates the light before the sensor. Surrounding the sensor's active area is a fluorescing alignment disk, which absorbs light from 400 - 640 nm and 800 - 1700 nm.
Thorlabs offers a recalibration service for power and energy meter kits, which can be ordered below (see Item # CAL1). Enter only the Part # and Serial # of the sensor that requires recalibration and include the corresponding console for recalibration during shipment.
If you wish to recalibrate only your console, please contact Tech Support for details.
Kit Item # | PM130D | PM400K3 |
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Included Console Item # | PM100D | PM400 |
Display | 4" Backlit Digital Display, 320 x 240 Pixel Resolution |
4.3" Capacitive Color Touchscreen, WQVGA Resolution |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 Connectivity | |
Console Sensor Compatibility |
All C-Series Photodiode and Thermal Power Sensors as Well as All Pyroelectric Energy Sensors |
Included Sensor | S130C |
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Wavelength Range | 400 - 1100 nm |
Power Range | 500 pW - 5 mW (Up to 500 mW with Filter)a |
Resolution | 100 pW |
Detector Type | Si Photodiode |
Aperture | Ø9.5 mm |
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Each kit includes our PM100D or PM400 console, a S130C photodiode power sensor, and a post assembly, consisting of a BA2 base, PH2 post holder, and TR2 Ø1/2" post. The kit's slim sensor head is ideal for use in tight spaces as it is only 0.2"
(5 mm) thick at its sensor. A sliding neutral density filter extends the power range that the sensor can be used to measure. With the filter out of the beam path, the power detection range is
500 pW to 5 mW. With the filter in the beam path, power detection from 50 nW to 500 mW is possible; however, power levels below 5 mW should be detected without the filter in the beam path for optimal results. The filter's position is automatically detected and accounted for by the power meter console.
Thorlabs offers a recalibration service for power and energy meter kits, which can be ordered below (see Item # CAL-S130). Enter only the Part # and Serial # of the sensor that requires recalibration and include the corresponding console for recalibration during shipment.
If you wish to recalibrate only your console, please contact Tech Support for details.
Kit Item # | PM122D | PM400K4 |
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Included Console Item # | PM100D | PM400 |
Display | 4" Backlit Digital Display, 320 x 240 Pixel Resolution |
4.3" Capacitive Color Touchscreen, WQVGA Resolution |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 Connectivity | |
Console Sensor Compatibility |
All C-Series Photodiode and Thermal Power Sensors as Well as All Pyroelectric Energy Sensors |
Included Sensor | S122C |
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Wavelength Range | 700 - 1800 nm |
Power Range | 50 nW - 40 mW |
Resolution | 2 nW |
Detector Type | Ge Photodiode |
Aperture | Ø9.5 mm |
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Each kit includes our PM100D or PM400 console, a S122C photodiode sensor, and a post assembly, consisting of a BA2 base, PH2 post holder, and TR2 Ø1/2" post. This combination is ideal for customers working with wavelengths in the far red to NIR (700 - 1800 nm). Surrounding the sensor's active area is a fluorescing alignment disk, which absorbs light from 400 - 640 nm and 800 - 1700 nm.
Thorlabs offers a recalibration service for power and energy meter kits, which can be ordered below (see Item # CAL2). Enter only the Part # and Serial # of the sensor that requires recalibration and include the corresponding console for recalibration during shipment.
If you wish to recalibrate only your console, please contact Tech Support for details.
Kit Item # | PM125D | PM400K5 |
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Included Console Item # | PM100D | PM400 |
Display | 4" Backlit Digital Display, 320 x 240 Pixel Resolution |
4.3" Capacitive Color Touchscreen, WQVGA Resolution |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 Connectivity | |
Console Sensor Compatibility |
All C-Series Photodiode and Thermal Power Sensors as Well as All Pyroelectric Energy Sensors |
Included Sensor | S425C |
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Wavelength Range | 0.19 - 20 µm |
Power Range | 2 mW - 10 W |
Resolution | 100 µW |
Detector Type | Thermal |
Aperture | Ø25.4 mm |
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Each kit includes our PM100D or PM400 power meter console, an S425C photodiode sensor, and a post assembly, consisting of a BA2 base, PH2 post holder, and TR2 Ø1/2" post. This is a general-purpose kit for customers working with higher powered lasers (up to 10 W) or longer wavelengths (up to 20 µm). The S425C thermal sensor has an exceptionally fast response time of 0.6 s.
Thorlabs offers a recalibration service for power and energy meter kits, which can be ordered below (see Item # CAL-S200). Enter only the Part # and Serial # of the sensor that requires recalibration and include the corresponding console for recalibration during shipment.
If you wish to recalibrate only your console, please contact Tech Support for details.
Calibration Service Item # | Compatible Sensors |
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CAL1 | S120VC, S120C, S121C, S170C, S140C, S142C, S150C, S151C |
CAL2 | S122C, S144C, S145C, S146C, S154C, S155C |
CAL-S130 | S130VC, S130C |
CAL-S132 | S132C |
CAL4 | S148C, S180C |
Thorlabs offers calibration services for our photodiode optical power sensors and consoles. To ensure accurate measurements, we recommend recalibrating the sensors annually. Recalibration of the console is included with the recalibration of a sensor at no additional cost. If you wish to recalibrate only your power meter console, please contact Tech Support for details.
Refer to the table to the right for the appropriate calibration service Item # that corresponds to your power meter sensor. Once the appropriate Item # is selected, enter the Part # and Serial # of the sensor that requires recalibration prior to selecting Add to Cart.
Sensor Type | Sensor Item #s |
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Thermal Power | S175C, S302Ca, S305Ca, S310Ca, S314Ca, S322C, S350C, S370C, S401C, S405C, S415C, S425C, S425C-L, S470C |
Pyroelectric Energy | ES111C, ES120C, ES145C, ES220C, ES245C |
Thorlabs offers recalibration services for our thermal power and pyroelectric energy sensors. To ensure accurate measurements, we recommend recalibrating the sensors annually. Recalibration of the console is included with the recalibration of a sensor at no additional cost. If you wish to recalibrate only your power meter console, please contact Tech Support for details.
The table to the right lists the sensors for which this calibration service is available. Please enter the Part # and Serial # of the sensor that requires recalibration prior to selecting Add to Cart.
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