We offer integrating spheres made from a special polymer suitable for the wavelength range 250nm – 2.5 µm. For longer wavelengths in the range 700nm – 20 µm, a gold coating on a rough, metallic surface is used. Since lasers in this spectral range are usually also high power, we use solid copper as a thermally conductive substrate material. By choosing the size of the integrating sphere, the overall sensitivity of the system can be adjusted. In addition, the detector is independent of inhomogeneities in power density and polarization. The detector is also independent of the incidence location and angle of the laser radiation.
High power measurements are often performed using thermopile detectors. Thermopiles however, have the disadvantage of reacting very slowly – typical risetimes leading to measurement periods of 1 second at best. The combination of an integrating sphere and a photodiode based power meter opens the possibility of measuring high power fluctuations on a µs time scale.
Our polymer integrating spheres are machined from solid material – not coated. The robust devices are perfect for measuring laser power in the visible to NIR.We offer a wide range of sizes from 10mm to 100mm. The smaller sizes are compatible with our OPM150 series of power meters.Just plug it in to your USB port and start measuring!
Specifications Polymer
The gold integrating spheres are designed for high power applications in the near to mid
infrared (NIR and MIR). These quality spheres provide exceptional power handling capability with air cooled and liquid cooled versions to choose from.
Specifications Gold
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Products | Product Code | Description |
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 | High quality gold coated, metal based integrating spheres for mid to high average power applications in the near and mid infrared. Power handling range of 10-5000W and a high power density of 5000W/cm². | |
 | Our range of Polymer Integrating Spheres allow measurements from 250nm up to 2500nm. You will find the versions in the table below. |
Artifex Engineering is specialized in the design and manufacture of systems and subsystems for industrial and R&D metrological applications, particularly for measuring optical power, current, voltage, and for the characterization of lasers.
They understand that not every application can be standardized and therefore we offer customized solutions for all products – even for single pieces. Their goal is to support you in the realization of your concepts & ideas. Their know-how helps us to implement customization within a few days. Contact us to learn more about our customization capabilities.
They also consider the relationship with our customers as a core element to their success. Their skilled staff will be happy to advise you on a suitable and cost-effective solution for your application. If you are looking for a partner who not only executes, but also thinks along with you, you are exactly right with us. They proactively think one step ahead and develop new solutions with you. They value long-term cooperation and act as a reliable partner at eye level – from the first prototypes to final production.
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