The ILX Lightwave OMH-6735B is an InGaAs optical power measurement head designed for near-infrared spectral detection in optical measurement systems. It integrates an InGaAs detector with integrating sphere technology to deliver accurate optical power measurements across diverse optical configurations while eliminating common measurement errors from detector saturation, alignment sensitivity, beam profile variation, polarization effects, and back reflection.
Technical Specifications
• Detector Type: InGaAs
• Measurement Spectrum: Near-infrared
• Calibration Standard: NIST traceable
• Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C
• Storage Temperature: −40 °C to 70 °C
• Maximum Relative Humidity: <80% RH, non-condensing
• Maximum Altitude: 3000 m (9843 ft.)
• Mains Voltage Tolerance: ±10% nominal
• Safety Classification: Class I Equipment (grounded type)
• Pollution Degree: II
• Overvoltage Category: II for transient overvoltages
• Environmental: Indoor use only; not protected against moisture ingress
– Key Features
• Integrating sphere-based measurement topology simplifies optical power detection across varying beam profiles and alignment tolerances
• Eliminates polarization-dependent measurement errors and back reflection artifacts
• Robust detector saturation mitigation enables reliable measurements across extended dynamic ranges
• NIST-traceable calibration ensures measurement traceability and accuracy
• Suitable for continuous operation within specified environmental limits
– Typical Applications
• Optical power verification in telecommunications and fiber-optic systems
• Near-infrared power measurements in laboratory and production test environments
• Precision optical power characterization where alignment and polarization independence are critical
– Compatibility & Integration
The OMH-6735B integrates directly with the ILX Lightwave OMM-6810B Optical Power and Wavelength Meter, forming a complete optical measurement solution for near-infrared applications.
