The ILX Lightwave LWM-6500 is a precision laser wavelength meter engineered for accurate measurement of continuous wave (CW) laser wavelengths. Built for applications requiring high-resolution characterization, it delivers the accuracy and stability demanded in optical component testing and spectroscopic analysis. This instrument represents ILX Lightwave’s heritage in photonic measurement technology since 1986.
## Technical Specifications
• **Model:** LWM-6500
• **Measurement Type:** Continuous Wave (CW) laser wavelengths
• **Range Control:** Automatic or Manual
• **Sample Rates:** Slow, Medium, and Fast
• **Display:** LED display
• **Programmability:** GPIB programmable
• **Weight:** 10 lbs
## Key Features
• Selectable range control modes for flexible measurement operation
• Multiple sample rate options to match integration requirements
• GPIB interface for remote control and system integration
• LED readout for direct wavelength indication
## Typical Applications
• Laser characterization and wavelength verification
• Optical component testing and validation
• Spectroscopic measurement and analysis
## Compatibility & Integration
The LWM-6500 accepts compatible measurement heads, including the OMH-6730 silicon wavehead. The OMH-6730 operates across the 460 nm to 1000 nm wavelength range and accommodates input power levels from −20 dBm to +30 dBm.
**Product Status:** The LWM-6500 and associated waveheads are discontinued products. Manufacturer support, calibration services, and repairs are no longer available from ILX Lightwave.
