Industrial Newsroom - Optics & Photonics

Spatial Light Modulators come in 121 x 73 x 22 mm package.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 12 May 2008 07:36:01 -0500

Based on reflective LCOS microdisplays with 1,920 x 1,080 pixel HDTV resolution, PLUTO phase only spatial light modulators feature pixel pitch of 8.0 µm, image refresh rate of 60 Hz, and pure phase shift of 2 Pi up to 1,550 nm. PLUTO-VIS, PLUTO-NIR, and PLUTO-TELCO are optimized for 420-850, 850-1,100, and 1,550 nm wavelengths, respectively. They are suitable for applications such as wave front correction, optical tweezers/metrology, interferometry, lithography, or holography.

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Shortpass Filters maximize transmission in pass band.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 12 May 2008 07:36:00 -0500

With cut-off slope of less than 1%, TECHSPEC® High Performance Shortpass Filters feature rejection band optical density of 4.0 combined with greater than 91% transmission in pass band. Made from UV grade fused silica, they are available in 12.5 and 25 mm sizes with cutoff wavelengths of 400, 450, 500, 550, 600, 650, and 700 nm. Filters measure 3.0 mm thick with clear aperture of greater than 80%, surface quality of 40-20, and wavefront distortion of 1/4l rms at 633 nm.

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Reference Receiver Module targets LAN/SAN testing.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 12 May 2008 07:35:47 -0500

Facilitating design and validation testing, 86116C Option 025 provides reference receiver capabilities for 100-G Ethernet and 16X Fibre Channel signals. Module works with 1,310 nm and 1,550 nm single-mode transmitters, and characteristically has 45 GHz optical and 93 GHz electrical unfiltered bandwidth. Used in 86100C DCA-J oscilloscope mainframe, unit helps engineers investigate, design, and verify performance of transceivers that terminate optical fibers for LANs and SANs.

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IR Camera integrates into machine vision systems.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 09 May 2008 07:33:32 -0500

ThermoVision A320G offers plug-and-play integration into machine vision system to detect thermal irregularities and assess problems and potential equipment failure in real-time. It supports GenICam protocol for integration with digital cameras and 3rd party software. Rugged, compact device includes 25° lens with motorized/auto focus and features image flow control allowing external signal to control image streaming. Sensitivity is less than 70 mK and image quality is 320 x 240 pixels.

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Mobile DVR is ruggedized to MIL-STD-810F standards.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 09 May 2008 07:33:30 -0500

Featuring embedded and fanless design, Mobile DVR ARM354 Series is integrated with rugged and removable HDD up to 160 GB for applications with data transport and security concerns. Ratings for shock, vibration, and operating temperature enable uninterrupted video recording under harsh-environment, mobile surveillance needs. Supporting 3 levels of video quality setting, solution produces MPEG4 video at 640 x 480 resolution and offers 5 speed settings up to 30 fps per channel.

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Light Guides have thin, 0.4 mm profile.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 07 May 2008 07:37:27 -0500

Designed for portable devices, mobile phones, laptop and desktop LCDs, keypads, and keyboards, Microlens(TM) Light Guides feature MicroLens(TM) light extraction technology, which reduces number of LEDs required. They provide bright, uniform light in thin form factor with no hot spots or dark areas. Light is extracted precisely where needed, such as around thru-holes for keypads, and devices can backlight LCD displays in sizes from 0.25-50 in. diagonal.

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Infrared Emitter features viewing angle of ±38°.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 07 May 2008 07:37:18 -0500

Model TSFF5510 870 nm emitter offers forward voltage of 1.45 V at 100 mA and 2.15 V at 1 A for uniform operation. It has switching times of 15 ns, supporting data transmission rates of up to 16 Mbps, as well as 55 mW optical power at 100 mA and radiant intensity of 32 mW/sr at 100 mA. Compact package has lens radius of 2.35 mm, lens height of 3.8 mm, lens width of 4.8 mm, epoxy bottom plane diameter of 5.9 mm, and lead distance of 2.54 mm. Unit is also lead-free.

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IR Camera detects thermal condition of electrical components.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 06 May 2008 07:40:56 -0500

Delivering accuracy of 2% and thermal sensitivity of 0.18°F, which provides compliance to NETA testing needs, Extech i5 allows users to check for overheating in electrical panels and inspect areas that cannot be reached with thermocouples. Pocket-sized, fully automatic, thermal camera features focus-free lens and 2.8 in. high resolution color LCD. Double-molded, rugged design with easy-grip handle construction meets IP43 dust/splashproof standards.

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Diode Laser Modules offer high brightness.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 06 May 2008 07:40:33 -0500

Utilizing AAA(TM) aluminum-free active area technology, FAP 200 delivers greater than 50 W at 976 nm or greater than 30 W at 808 nm from 200 µm core diameter fiber with numerical aperture of 0.22. FAP 400 provides greater than 40 W at 880 nm or greater than 45 W at 808 nm from 400 µm core diameter fiber with 0.22 NA. Both fiber-coupled diode laser arrays are suitable for materials processing, such as plastics welding and soldering, as well as solid-state laser pumping and medical uses.

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Laser Source provides single ended dual wavelength output.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 02 May 2008 07:58:30 -0500

With low voltage warning, automatic power off, and energy-save design, GAO810 dual wavelength laser source weighs 0.2 kg and measures 160 x 76 x 28 mm. It is compatible with GAO800 and comes with adapters that support FC, ST, and SC ports. Unit features Fabry-Perot LD emitter, 1310±20 and 1550±20 nm dual working wavelength switch, -3 dBm output optical power, CW laser output, LED output wavelength display, 7.5 V shut off, and requires 3-6 hr of charging.

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Photocouplers incorporate transistor output.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 02 May 2008 07:58:19 -0500

Supplied in 4-pin, 6.5 x 4.6 x 3.5 mm plastic DIP, general-purpose TLP781 consists of silicone photo-transistor optically coupled to gallium-arsenide IR emitting diode. Solution meets reinforced insulation class UL, BSI, SEMKO, and VDE international safety standard requirements; offers isolation voltage up to 5,000 V(rms); and has 7.62 mm lead pitch. Variation with wide lead spacing (10.16 mm pitch), TLP781F, is also available.

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Compositive Power Meter tests optical networks.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 02 May 2008 07:58:10 -0500

Featuring laser exploration and processing technology, GAO800 can be used to identify fiber, test fiber loss, check fiber continuity, and evaluate transmission quality of fiber chain. Also used for linearity and non-linearity tests, tester has 850, 980, 1,310, and 1,550 nm wavelength calibration points as well as storage and page up/down functions for test figures. Additional functionality includes relative power, multiwavelength, and absolute power tests.

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Laser Beam Profiler handles up to 48 images/sec in real-time.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 01 May 2008 07:28:26 -0500

Enabling quantitative measurement and viewing of CO<sub>2</sub> beams, II-VI-CO2-58 Industrial Laser Beam Analyzer diagnoses faults and corrects issues related to beam stability, alignment, tuning, and optimization. With ability to handle up to 10 kW of power, portable device features 58 mm clear aperture that enables users to measure large laser beams. Laser beam profiling system is designed to work with Pyrocam(TM) III beam profiling camera that delivers 1,000:1 linear dynamic range.

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Industrial Ethernet Connectors are 10 gigabit-capable.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 01 May 2008 07:28:17 -0500

Industrial Ethernet connectors provide IP67 solutions for copper and fiber optic cabling across all Ethernet standards. Connector plug and bulkhead housings in die cast zinc, polyamide plastic, and die-cast aluminum, are available in Ethernet/IP, Ethernet TCP/IP, and PROFINET® versions. Each version is completely sealed to withstand extreme environmental conditions. STEADYTEC® cable pass-through design accepts shielded cables up to AWG 22 and allows 8-wire cables to be used.

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Surface Metrology System offers 0.1 nm vertical resolution.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:44:18 -0500

Utilizing MarSurf XT 20 topographical evaluation software, MarSurf(TM) WS 1 Optical Surface Metrology System can be configured to work in lab and on shop floor. It includes white light optical sensor for recording of surface topography on various materials. Test surface area and reference surface built into objective lens are imaged simultaneously by CCD camera. System can be used in precision inspection rooms and production environments, on reflective and rough workpieces.

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Optical Loss Tester stores up to 50 records.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 07:29:22 -0500

GAO802 Optical Loss Tester features dual-wavelength stable laser source and high-contrast backlit display. Compact device includes automatic power off after 6 min idle and performs auto wavelength identification and absolute power test. It offers working wavelengths of 1,310 and 1,550 nm, return loss of 0-50 dB with accuracy of ±1.5 dB, and optical power of +3 to -50 dBm with accuracy of ±5%. With working temperature of 0-40°C, unit is powered by NiMH chargeable battery.

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IP Camera utilizes infrared illumination.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 07:29:21 -0500

Combining vandal-resistant construction and IP connectivity, Model EX36 delivers networked surveillance in high-risk environments. IP Infrared Imaging utilizes 940 nm infrared illumination to deliver optimal images day or night, integrating seamlessly with existing IP network infrastructure. Able to tilt 45°, Model EX36 allows surveillance of entire room, including area directly below camera, making it suited for prisons, hospitals, and government housing authorities.

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Thermal Imaging Camera locates hot spots.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 07:52:38 -0500

Hot Spot Finder HSI1200 provides real-time thermal image for fault detection combined with center spot, non-contact temperature measurement function. Designed for self-contained use, handheld unit features trigger-activated laser pointer and 20° x 20° Field of View. Its 16 x 16 pixel array can display thermal images on backlit 3.5 in. color LCD, and report writing software supports insertion of multiple images with data. Temperature is measured for all 256 pixels displayed on camera.

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IP Camera/Dome Positioning System optimizes integration.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 07:52:37 -0500

In addition to its networking characteristics, Spectra IV delivers functionality that includes analog video and telemetry control with latency-free operation and redundancy in critical applications. IP network pan/tilt/zoom (PTZ) camera/dome positioning system features inherent modularity as well as open architecture and API development program that facilitate third-party integration and video security application compatibility.

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Beam Expander includes diffraction limited optical designs.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 07:45:07 -0500

Featuring large output clear apertures of 10-100 mm, expansion ratios from 5x to 40x, and input apertures of 1.3-20 mm, laser beam expanders provide adjustable focus for collimation at varying wavelengths, which can be used for divergence correction, collimation, and focusing. With damage thresholds of 500 MW/cm² typical, they can be specified at single and dual wavelengths from 248-1,550 nm. Rugged and self-supporting units have aluminum construction to minimize thermal distortion.

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