The Thorlabs PM100 Digital Power Meter Console is a versatile optical power and energy measurement instrument designed to interface with Thorlabs C-Series photodiode, thermal, and pyroelectric sensors. This standalone console delivers accurate measurements across CW and pulsed sources, supporting wavelengths from 185 nm to 25000 nm depending on sensor selection. The 3.5″ color touchscreen display offers multiple visualization modes—numerical with bar graph, simulated analog needle, statistics, and data logging—with adjustable brightness and background options. An integrated 8 GB eMMC flash memory enables on-device data storage and PC transfer via USB 2.0.
Technical Specifications
• Optical Measurement Range: 185 nm to 25000 nm wavelength coverage (sensor-dependent)
• Bandwidth: Up to 100 kHz (sensor-dependent)
• Measurement Types: Optical power and energy for CW and pulsed sources
• Display: 3.5″ color touchscreen with numerical, analog needle, statistics, and data logging screens
• Data Storage: 8 GB internal eMMC flash memory
• Supply Voltage: 5 V @ 1 A
• Wavelength Configuration: 8 individually configurable, sensor-independent wavelength settings
• Units of Measure: Watt, dBm, Joule, Volt, or Ampere (sensor-dependent)
• Statistics: Mean, minimum, maximum, median, Q1, Q3, and boxcar plot display
– Key Features
• Spectral calibration and attenuation correction via user-provided data
• Analog output (0–2 V) on 3.5 mm jack or SMA connector for external signal monitoring
• External trigger input via 26-pin AUX connector
• Physical buttons and touchscreen navigation for intuitive control
• Compact form factor: 180 × 105 × 38 mm, weighing < 500 g
– Typical Applications
• CW and pulsed optical source characterization
• Incoherent light source analysis
• General-purpose light power metering
• Fiber optic power testing and validation
– Compatibility & Integration
• Dedicated C-Series sensor connector (red housing)
• USB 2.0 (Mini-B) interface for data transfer and remote PC control
• RS-232 interface on select models for remote operation
• PM100D3 variant supports Bluetooth connectivity and wireless charging (charger not included)
• Operating temperature range: 0 °C to 40 °C
