The PD10-IR-C photodiode energy sensor (P/N 7Z02955) is for low energies with a 5 mm aperture. It can measure energies from 1 to 600 nJ. It can operate at repetition rates up to 10 kHz and covers the spectral range from 700 to 1800 nm.
Germanium photodiode with 700 to 1800 nm range
1 to 600 nJ energy measurement range
5 mm diameter aperture
Repetition rates up to 10 kHz
The PD10-IR-C sensor is not under ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation
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pd10-ir-c-photodiode-energy-sensor - Drawings
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PE-C Sensors with StarLab
Support for PE-C \ PD10-C sensors with Vega, Nova II, Juno, Juno+, Juno-RS, EA-1, StarLite and StarBright in StarLab application is now available. Follow step-by-step instructions to upgrade the embedded software in the PE-C \ PD10-C sensor with the StarLab application
When working with other meters and interfaces it is not necessary to update the embedded software of the PE-C \ PD10-C.
Note: PE-C \ PD10-C sensors can't be upgraded via EA-1 interface..
Specifications
Product Name
PD10-IR-C
Aperture Size
Ø5 mm
Material
Germanium
Spectral Range
700-1800 nm
Minimum Pulse Energy
1 nJ
Maximum Pulse Energy
600 nJ
Maximum Frequency
10,000 Hz
Maximum Average Power
6 mW
Maximum Average Power Density
50 W/cm²
Maximum Pulse Width
5 μs
Cable Length
1.5 m
Dimensions
Ø62 x 22 mm
CE Compliance
Yes
UKCA Compliance
Yes
China RoHS Compliance
Yes
Features
Measure Very Low Energy Laser Pulses
This video will show you how to overcome the challenges of measuring very low energy pulses, even in a noisy environment.
Sensors for Measuring Laser Energy
In this short "Basics" video, we review in general the use of pyro-electric sensors for measuring laser pulse energies.
How to Detect Missing Laser Pulses with a Pyroelectric Sensor
This video will show you how to detect and record any missing pulses in your pulsed laser beam application.
Additional Error with Frequency in a Pyroelectric Sensor
In many laser energy sensor specifications, there is an item called "Additional error with frequency". Learn what that means, and why and when it happens, in this video.
The Pyro-C sensors have a "user threshold" feature allowing the user to adjust the measurement threshold in noisy environments. Increasing the threshold will prevent triggering on noisy signals and allow accurate measurment of energy and frequency, as long as the laser pulses are larger than the noise.
The trigger level can be adjusted up to 25% of full scale, however operation depends on the pulse width setting. For pulse width settings below ~0.25ms, the minimum energy that can be measured accurately is approximately 40% above the user threshold setting. Pulses below this energy level will trigger the sensor down to the user threshold level, but accuracy is compromised.
For pulse width settings above ~0.25ms, accuracy is good all the way down to the threshold. If the laser pulse width is less than 1/2 the setting, the minimum energy corresponds to the setting. However, with longer laser pulse widths, the minimum energy will be higher, rising to approximately twice the user threshold level when the laser pulse width is equal to the sensor pulse width setting.
It is recommended always to set the user threshold to the minimum possible setting to retain best energy accuracy in any given situation. See the user manual for further information on how to use the user threshold.
The Power and Energy Meters simply decides it is time for a sample and takes the next pulse that comes after that time, e.g. if it samples at 400 Hz, then every 1/400th of a second it is ready to take the next pulse that comes along.
All Ophir pyroelectric sensors can measure average power with Ophir Power and Energy Meters. The instrument measures the number of pulses each second and multiplies the energy reading by the pulse rate. If the pulse rate is constant, then the accuracy of power measurement will be the same as the energy accuracy since the pulse rate measurement is very accurate.
The catalog specification states the maximum power a sensor can be used with and without the heat sink. The purpose of the heat sink is to keep the sensor temperature below the maximum permitted at higher average powers. If you use the sensor for a short time only, on the order of 1-2 minutes at a time, you should be able to measure up to the higher power given in the spec even without the heat sink.
Yes, with certain limitations. Here are the points to be aware of:
Vega, Nova II, StarLite, StarBright meters and Juno PC interface: Full support of all features
All other instruments (Nova/Orion and LaserStar meters, as well as USBI, Pulsar, and Quasar PC interfaces): Support the Pyro-C sensors, except for the following features: Only 2 of the 5 pulse width settings are available.
User selectable threshold is not available.
In addition to the above: When using a Pyro-C sensor with the Nova (or Orion) meter, the "Nova PE-C Adapter" (Ophir p/n 7Z08272) is required.
The Pyro-C sensors have a "user threshold" feature allowing the user to adjust the measurement threshold in noisy environments. Increasing the threshold will prevent triggering on noisy signals and allow accurate measurment of energy and frequency, as long as the laser pulses are larger than the noise.
The trigger level can be adjusted up to 25% of full scale, however operation depends on the pulse width setting. For pulse width settings below ~0.25ms, the minimum energy that can be measured accurately is approximately 40% above the user threshold setting. Pulses below this energy level will trigger the sensor down to the user threshold level, but accuracy is compromised.
For pulse width settings above ~0.25ms, accuracy is good all the way down to the threshold. If the laser pulse width is less than 1/2 the setting, the minimum energy corresponds to the setting. However, with longer laser pulse widths, the minimum energy will be higher, rising to approximately twice the user threshold level when the laser pulse width is equal to the sensor pulse width setting.
It is recommended always to set the user threshold to the minimum possible setting to retain best energy accuracy in any given situation. See the user manual for further information on how to use the user threshold.
The Power and Energy Meters simply decides it is time for a sample and takes the next pulse that comes after that time, e.g. if it samples at 400 Hz, then every 1/400th of a second it is ready to take the next pulse that comes along.
All Ophir pyroelectric sensors can measure average power with Ophir Power and Energy Meters. The instrument measures the number of pulses each second and multiplies the energy reading by the pulse rate. If the pulse rate is constant, then the accuracy of power measurement will be the same as the energy accuracy since the pulse rate measurement is very accurate.
The catalog specification states the maximum power a sensor can be used with and without the heat sink. The purpose of the heat sink is to keep the sensor temperature below the maximum permitted at higher average powers. If you use the sensor for a short time only, on the order of 1-2 minutes at a time, you should be able to measure up to the higher power given in the spec even without the heat sink.
Yes, with certain limitations. Here are the points to be aware of:
Vega, Nova II, StarLite, StarBright meters and Juno PC interface: Full support of all features
All other instruments (Nova/Orion and LaserStar meters, as well as USBI, Pulsar, and Quasar PC interfaces): Support the Pyro-C sensors, except for the following features: Only 2 of the 5 pulse width settings are available.
User selectable threshold is not available.
In addition to the above: When using a Pyro-C sensor with the Nova (or Orion) meter, the "Nova PE-C Adapter" (Ophir p/n 7Z08272) is required.
Unless otherwise indicated, Ophir sensors and meters should be recalibrated within 18 months after initial purchase, and then once a year after that.
Accessories
Fiber Connector Adapters
These adapters allow for power measurement of connectorized fiber-optic cables. The sensor may need an additional mounting bracket to connect to these fiber adapters.
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Fiber Adapter Mounting Bracket
A mounting bracket is needed to connect most power and energy sensors to a fiber adapter (SC, ST, FC or SMA). This bracket can be used for photodiode energy sensors in the PD10 series.
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Nova PE-C Adapter
The adapter plugs between the Nova D15 socket and the smart plug of the PE-C and PD-C sensors to allow the Nova to operate with these sensors.
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PE-C to PE Size Adapter
The newer PE-C series sensors have a Ø62 mm diameter. The older PE series sensors have a Ø85 mm diameter. This adapter allows using the PE-C type sensors in jigs and setups that were originally designed for PE sensors.
Order a fixed extension cable along with sensor to receive a different cable than the standard 1.5 m cable.
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7E01174AFixed extension cable for Pyro Energy Sensors, 3 m Length, Connect to Power Meter
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7E01174BFixed extension cable for Pyro Energy Sensors, 5 m Length, Connect to Power Meter
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Modular extension cables for Pyro Energy Sensors
The extension cables can be ordered separately from the sensors.
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7E01198Extension cable for Pyro Energy Sensors, 1.5 m Length, D15M-D15F
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7E01198AExtension cable for Pyro Energy Sensors, 3.5 m Length, D15M-D15F
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Extended Warranty for Sensor
Customers that purchase the above items also consider the following items. Ophir-Spiricon meters and sensors include a standard manufacturers warranty for one year. Add a one year Extended Warranty to your meter or sensor, which includes one recalibration.
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