ILX Lightwave LWM-6500B Laser Wavelength Meter

The ILX Lightwave LWM-6500B Laser Wavelength Meter is a precision optical test instrument for measuring laser wavelengths across multiple spectral ranges. It delivers high-resolution wavelength characterization for research, development, manufacturing, and quality control applications where laser parameter verification is essential.

– Technical Specifications

• Wavelength Range: 460 nm to 1000 nm (via interchangeable measurement heads)
• Display: LED readout
• Sampling Modes: Slow, Medium, Fast
• Gain Range: 0 to +6
• Range Control: Automatic or Manual selection
• Interface: GPIB programmable for remote operation and data acquisition
• Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C
• Storage Temperature: -40 °C to 70 °C
• Humidity: <80% RH, non-condensing
• Maximum Altitude: 3000 m (9843 ft)
• Weight: Approximately 10 lbs (main unit)
• Power Supply Tolerance: Mains voltage fluctuations not to exceed ±10% of nominal
• Equipment Class: Class I (grounded type)

– Key Features

• Interchangeable measurement head architecture enables coverage across silicon and InGaAs spectral bands
• LED display with configurable sampling rates accommodates both rapid monitoring and precision averaging
• Automatic or manual range control optimizes measurement dynamic range
• GPIB interface enables integration into automated test systems and laboratory networks
• Suitable for continuous operation in standard laboratory environments

– Typical Applications

• Laser source characterization and qualification
• Manufacturing process control and wavelength verification
• Research and development of fiber optic and semiconductor laser systems
• Quality assurance testing in telecommunications and photonics industries

– Compatibility & Integration

The LWM-6500B interfaces with multiple ILX Lightwave optical measurement heads: silicon waveheads (OMH-6730, OMH-6730B, Model 6730B), InGaAs waveheads (OMH-6735, OMH-6735B), and power/waveheads (OMH-6732B, OMH-6780B, OMH-6727B). The OMH-6727B InGaAs power/wavehead also provides compatibility with the OMM-6810B Optical Multimeter for combined power and wavelength measurement capability.