The ILX Lightwave LWM-6500B is a laser wavelength meter designed for precise measurement of laser wavelengths in research and development applications. It operates as a modular system, requiring compatible optical measurement heads to perform wavelength characterization. When paired with the OMH-6722B Silicon Power/WaveHead, the LWM-6500B measures wavelengths across the 400 nm to 1100 nm range with NIST traceable calibration. The system supports multiple sample rate modes—Slow, Medium, and Fast—and offers automatic or manual range control for flexible measurement operation. GPIB programmability enables remote operation and system integration for automated test environments.
## Technical Specifications
• **Measurement Type:** Laser Wavelength Meter
• **Wavelength Range (with OMH-6722B):** 400 nm to 1100 nm
• **Calibration Standard:** NIST traceable (power and wavelength)
• **Sample Rates:** Slow, Medium, Fast
• **Range Control:** Automatic or manual selection
• **Interface:** GPIB programmable
• **Package Dimensions:** 20 × 18 × 16 inches
• **Package Weight:** 15 lbs
## Key Features
• Modular optical measurement head architecture
• High-resolution wavelength characterization
• Selectable measurement integration modes
• GPIB remote programmability for bench and automated systems
• NIST traceable calibration for metrological accuracy
## Typical Applications
• Laser wavelength verification and characterization
• Optical source qualification in R&D environments
• Multi-wavelength laser system testing
• Manufacturing QA for laser-based instruments
## Compatibility & Integration
The LWM-6500B operates with the OMH-6722B Silicon Power/WaveHead for wavelength-only measurements. When the OMH-6722B is coupled with an OMM-6810B Optical Multimeter, the system expands to simultaneous power and wavelength measurement within the 400 nm to 1100 nm range. This modular design permits integration into larger optical measurement platforms and automated test systems via GPIB control.
**Product Status:** This model is obsolete. Manufacturer support, repairs, and calibration services are no longer available.
