Item #a | S401C | S405C |
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Wavelength Range | 190 nm - 20 µm | 190 nm - 20 µm |
Optical Power Range | 10 µW - 1 W (3 Wb) | 100 µW - 5 W |
Input Aperture Size | Ø10 mm | Ø10 mm |
Active Detector Area | 10 mm x 10 mm | 10 mm x 10 mm |
Max Optical Power Density | 500 W/cm² (Avg.) | 1.5 kW/cm² (Avg.) |
Detector Type | Thermal Surface Absorber (Thermopile) with Background Compensation | Thermal Surface Absorber (Thermopile) |
Linearity | ±0.5% | ±0.5% |
Resolutionc | 1 µW | 5 µW |
Measurement Uncertaintyd | ±3% @ 1064 nm ±5% @ 190 nm - 10.6 µm | ±3% @ 1064 nm ±5% @ 250 nm - 17 µm |
Response Timee | 1.1 s | 1.1 s |
Cooling | Convection (Passive) | |
Housing Dimensions (Without Adapter) | (1.30" x 1.69" x 0.59") | 40.6 mm x 40.6 mm x 16.0 mm (1.60" x 1.60" x 0.63") |
Temperature Sensor (In Sensor Head) | NTC Thermistor | NTC Thermistor |
Cable Length | 1.5 m | |
Post Mounting | Universal 8-32 / M4 Taps (Post Not Included) | Universal 8-32 / M4 Taps (Post Not Included) |
30 mm Cage Mounting | - | Two 4-40 Tapped Holes & Two Ø6 mm Through Holes |
Aperture Threads | - | Internal SM05 |
Accessories | Externally SM1-Threaded Adapter Light Shield with Internal SM05 Threading | Externally SM1-Threaded Adapter |
Compatible Consoles | PM400, PM100D, and PM100A | |
Compatible Interfaces | PM101, PM101A, PM101R, PM101U, PM102, PM102A, PM102U, and PM100USB |
Thorlabs offers two broadband thermal power sensors designed to measure low optical power sources with high resolution. Both thermal sensor's broadband coating has a flat spectral response over a wide wavelength range, as shown in the plot below. The aperture size of Ø10 mm allows for easy alignment and measurement of large-spot-size laser sources. For easy integration with Thorlabs' lens tube systems and SM1-threaded (1.035"-40) fiber adapters (available below), both sensors include an externally SM1-threaded adapter.
The S401C uses active thermal background compensation to provide low-drift power measurements. This is implemented through the use of two sensor circuits to measure heat flow between the light absorber and heat sink in both directions. The measurements of the two sensor circuits are then subtracted, which minimizes the effect of thermal drift on the laser power measurement. (For information about how external thermal disturbances can affect thermal power sensor readings, please see the Operation tab.) The S401C's broadband coating offers high absorption at wavelengths between 0.19 and 20 µm (shown in the graph below), which makes it ideal for use with aligning and measuring Mid-IR Quantum Cascade Lasers (QCLs). The included, internally SM05-threaded (0.535"-40) light shield is shown in the photo above.
The S405C has internal SM05 (0.535"-40) threading that is directly compatible with our SM05 lens tubes, and it can also connect directly to Thorlabs' 30 mm Cage Systems.
Thorlabs offers a recalibration service for these sensors, which can be ordered below (see Item # CAL-THPY).
Item #a | S415C | S425C |
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Wavelength Range | 190 nm - 20 µm | 190 nm - 20 µm |
Optical Power Range | 2 mW - 10 W (20 Wb) | 2 mW - 10 W (20 Wb) |
Input Aperture Size | Ø15 mm | Ø25.4 mm |
Active Detector Area | Ø15 mm | Ø27 mm |
Max Optical Power Density | 1.5 kW/cm² (Avg.) | 1.5 kW/cm² (Avg.) |
Detector Type | Thermal Surface Absorber (Thermopile) | |
Linearity | ±0.5% | ±0.5% |
Resolutionc | 100 µW | 100 µW |
Measurement Uncertaintyd | ±3% @ 1064 nm ±5% @ 250 nm - 17 µm | ±3% @ 1064 nm ±5% @ 250 nm - 17 µm |
Response Timee | 0.6 s | 0.6 s |
Cooling | Convection (Passive) | |
Housing Dimensions (Without Adapter) | (2.00" x 2.00" x 1.38") | (2.00" x 2.00" x 1.38") |
Temperature Sensor (In Sensor Head) | NTC Thermistor | |
Cable Length | 1.5 m | |
Post Mounting | Universal 8-32 / M4 Taps (Post Not Included) | Universal 8-32 / M4 Taps (Post Not Included) |
30 mm Cage Mounting | - | - |
Aperture Threads | Internal SM1 | Internal SM1 |
Removable Heatsink | Yes | Yes |
Accessories | Externally SM1-Threaded Adapter | Externally SM1-Threaded Adapter |
Compatible Consoles | PM400, PM100D, and PM100A | |
Compatible Interfaces | PM101, PM101A, PM101R, PM101U, PM102, PM102A, PM102U, and PM100USB |
These thermal power sensors are designed for general broadband power measurements of low and medium power light sources. All include an externally SM1-threaded (1.035"-40) adapter, with threading concentric with the input aperture. The adapters are useful for mounting Ø1" Lens Tubes and Fiber Adapters (available below). The apertures of the S415C and S425C have internal SM1 threading.
These sensors operate with fast (<0.6 s) natural response times, and their removable heat sinks provide a high degree of flexibility to those interested in integrating them into custom setups or replacing the included heat sink with one that is water or fan cooled. If replacing the heat sink, please note that the replacement must provide heat dissipation adequate for the application.
Thorlabs offers a recalibration service for these sensors, which can be ordered below (see Item # CAL-THPY).
These thermal power sensors are designed for general broadband power measurements of low and medium power light sources. With the exception of the S350C, all include an adapter with external SM1 (1.035"-40) threading concentric with the input aperture. This allows the sensors to be integrated into existing Ø1" lens tube systems in addition to being compatible with fiber adapters (available below). The aperture of the S425C-L has internal SM1 threading.
The S425C-L operates with a fast (<0.6 s) natural response time and has a removable heat sink, which provides a high degree of flexibility to those interested in integrating them into custom setups or replacing the included heat sink with one that is water or fan cooled. If replacing the heat sink, please note that the replacement must provide heat dissipation adequate for the application.
Thorlabs offers a recalibration service for these sensors, which can be ordered below (see Item # CAL-THPY).
Item #a | S350C | S425C-L | S322C |
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Wavelength Range | 190 nm- 1.1 µm, 10.6 µm | 190 nm - 20 µm | 250 nm - 11 µm |
Optical Power Range | 10 mW - 40 W (60 Wb) | 2 mW - 50 W (75 Wb) | 100 mW - 200 W (250 Wb) |
Input Aperture Size | Ø40 mm | Ø25.4 mm | Ø25 mm |
Active Detector Area | Ø40 mm | Ø27 mm | Ø25 mm |
Max Optical Power Density | 2 kW/cm² (Avg.) | 1.5 kW/cm² (Avg.) | 4 kW/cm² (Avg., CO2) |
Detector Type | Thermal Surface Absorber (Thermopile) | ||
Linearity | ±1% | ±0.5% | ±1% |
Resolutionc | 1 mW | 100 µW | 5 mW |
Measurement Uncertaintyd | ±3% @ 351 nm ±5% @ 190 nm - 1100 nm | ±3% @ 1064 nm ±5% @ 250 nm - 17 µm | ±3% @ 1064 nm ±5% @ 266 nm - 1064 nm |
Response Timee | 9 s (1 s from 0 to 90%) | 0.6 s | 5 s (1 s from 0 to 90%) |
Cooling | Convection (Passive) | Forced Air with Fanf | |
Housing Dimensions (Without Adapter, if Applicable) | 100 mm x 100 mm x 54.2 mm (3.94" x 3.94" x 2.13") | 100.0 mm x 100.0 mm x 58.0 mm (3.94" x 3.94" x 2.28") | 100 mm x 100 mm x 86.7 mm (3.94" x 3.94" x 3.41") |
Temperature Sensor (In Sensor Head) | NTC Thermistor | ||
Cable Length | 1.5 m | ||
Post Mounting | M6 Threaded Taps, Includes Ø1/2" Post, 75 mm Long | Universal 8-32 / M4 Taps (Post Not Included) | M6 Threaded Taps, Includes Ø1/2" Post, 75 mm Long |
30 mm Cage Mounting | - | - | Four 4-40 Tapped Holes |
Aperture Threads | - | Internal SM1 | - |
Removable Heatsink | - | Yes | - |
Accessories | - | Externally SM1-Threaded Adapter | Externally SM1-Threaded Adapter |
Compatible Consoles | PM400, PM100D, and PM100A | ||
Compatible Interfaces | PM101, PM101A, PM101R, PM101U, PM102, PM102A, PM102U, and PM100USB |
Item #a | S370C | S470C |
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Wavelength Range | 400 nm - 5.2 µm | 250 nm - 10.6 µm |
Optical Power Range | 10 mW - 10 W (15 Wb) | 100 µW - 5 W (Pulsed and CW) |
Input Aperture Size | Ø25 mm | Ø15 mm |
Active Detector Area | Ø25 mm | Ø16 mm |
Max Optical Power Density | 35 W/cm² (Avg.); 100 GW/cm² (Peak) | |
Detector Type | Thermal Volume Absorber (Thermopile) | |
Linearity | ±1% | ±0.5% |
Resolutionc | 250 µW | 10 µW |
Measurement Uncertaintyd | ±3% @ 1064 nm ±5% @ 400 nm - 1064 nm | ±3% @ 1064 nm ±5% @ 250 nm - 10.6 µm |
Response Timee | 45 s (3 s from 0 to 90%) | 6.5 s (<2 s from 0 to 90%) |
Cooling | Convection (Passive) | |
Housing Dimensions (Without Adapter, if Applicable) | (2.95" x 2.95" x 2.02") | (1.77" x 1.77" x 0.71") |
Temperature Sensor (In Sensor Head) | N/A | N/A |
Cable Length | 1.5 m | |
Post Mounting | M6 Threaded Taps, Includes Ø1/2" Post, 75 mm Long | Universal 8-32 / M4 Tap (Post Not Included) |
30 mm Cage Mounting | Four 4-40 Tapped Holes | - |
Aperture Threads | - | External SM1 |
Accessories | - | |
Compatible Consoles | PM400, PM100D, and PM100A | |
Compatible Interfaces | PM101, PM101A, PM101R, PM101U, PM102, PM102A, PM102U, and PM100USB |
The S370C and S470C Thermal Sensors are designed to measure short and highly energetic laser pulses. All of these units are post-mountable for free-space applications and feature NIST-traceable data stored in the sensor connector.
These thermal power sensors are unique in that they have thermal volume absorbers, where our other thermal power sensors have thermal surface absorbers. The volume absorber consists of a Schott glass filter. Incident pulses are absorbed and the heat is distributed throughout the volume. In this way, pulses that would have damaged the absorption coating of a thermal surface absorber are safely measured by these thermal volume absorbers.
The S370C features a large Ø25 mm aperture ideal for large-spot-size beams, and it is compatible with average powers from 10 mW to 10 W (CW).
In comparison, the S470C is faster, as the glass absorber volume is reduced and other design parameters have been optimized for speed. This results in a different optical power range, with the ability to measure powers down to 100 µW. The Ø15 mm aperture is of the S470C is smaller, and it has a lower max average power of 5 W. Its 10 µW resolution is better than the 250 µW resolution of the S370C.
For high-power, pulsed-lasers the S370C and S470C Thermal Sensors can withstand high average and peak power densities. However, for sensors with a broader spectral range or shorter response time, consider one of our Pyroelectric Energy Sensors.
Thorlabs offers a recalibration service for these sensors, which can be ordered below (see Item # CAL-THPY).
These internally SM1-threaded (1.035"-40) adapters mate terminated fiber to any of our externally SM1-threaded components, including a selection of our photodiode power sensors, our thermal power sensors, and our photodetectors.
The APC adapters have two dimples in the front surface that allow them to be tightened with the SPW909 or SPW801 spanner wrench. The dimples do not go all the way through the disk so that the adapter can be used in light-tight applications when paired with SM1 lens tubes.
For details on narrow versus wide key connectors, please see our Intro to Fiber tutorial. Please contact Tech Support if you are unsure if the adapter is mechanically compatible.
Sensor Type | Sensor Item #s |
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Thermal Power | S175C, S302Ca, S305Ca, S310Ca, S314Ca,S322C, S350C, S370C, S401C, S405C, S415C, S425C, S425C-L, S470C, PM160T, PM160T-HP, PM16-401, PM16-405 |
Pyroelectric Energy | ES111C, ES120C, ES145C, ES220C, ES245C |
Thorlabs offers recalibration services for our Thermal Power and Pyroelectric Energy Sensors. To ensure accurate measurements, we recommend recalibrating the sensors annually. Recalibration of a single-channel power and/or energy meter console or interface is included with the recalibration of a sensor at no additional cost.
Please note that the CAL-THPY recalibration service cannot be used for our Thermal Position & Power Sensors; recalibration for these sensors can be requested by contacting Tech Support.
The table to the upper right lists the sensors for which the CAL-THPY recalibration service is available. Please enter the Part # and Serial # of the sensor that requires recalibration prior to selecting Add to Cart.