Engineering, Production & Testing

Featured | Products, Materials + Tools | Jul 28, 2016
Stray Light Correction Improves UV-LED Characterization
Stray Light Correction Improves UV-LED Characterization Instrument Systems is the first industrial supplier for stray light corrected calibrations of array spectrometers to serve the broad market. By including a stray light correction matrix in the calibration process, it is possible to suppress the stray light during the measurement by an order of magnitude down to 10 E-5. A 10% higher sensitivity in the UV range after stray light corrected calibration leads to about 3-4% higher accuracy in the radiometric measurement. The more accurate determination of the radiometric values of UV LEDs facilitates their characterization and development, and supports the various applications of these radiation sources, for example, in the field of coating, curing, disinfection or biomedicine. Read more »
Products, Materials + Tools | Aug 05, 2016
XiTRON’s Introduces Portable Micro-Spectrometer with Lab Instrument Performance
XiTRON’s Introduces Portable Micro-Spectrometer with Lab Instrument Performance XiTRON Technologies, producer of precision test and measurement equipment for industrial and consumer product development, quality control and manufacturing, introduces the XT1600 micro-spectrometer designed to meet the needs of the LED lighting industry. The flexible unit performs essential lighting measurements (lux, lumens, CRI, CCT, CRI/CQS, PPF and color) in the field, in production and in the development process. Read more »
Products, Materials + Tools | Sep 09, 2016
New Materials for LED Assembly from Techsil®
New Materials for LED Assembly from Techsil® From high performance LED chip packaging encapsulants and potting materials to thermal management solutions and adhesives for bonding lighting assemblies, Techsil introduces a series of new products to the market. Product chemistries include Silicones, Polyurethanes, Epoxies, Greases and Pressure Sensitive Tapes. Read more »
Products, Materials + Tools | Sep 13, 2016
Ophir Photonics Introduces FluxGage Measurement System at LpS 2016
Ophir Photonics Introduces FluxGage Measurement System at LpS 2016 Ophir Photonics Group, a Newport Corporation company celebrating 40 years of excellence as the global leader in precision laser and LED measurement equipment, has announced the FluxGage, a compact, all-in-one LED luminaire measurement system. The patent-pending FluxGage measures flux, color, and flicker, important quantities for evaluating the performance of LED-based products. The measurement system is three times smaller and lower cost than equivalent integrating sphere products. It is designed for use by R&D during development and production for incoming inspection and quality control of new and replacement parts, allowing LED luminaires and modules to be sorted for consistency. Read more »
Products, Materials + Tools | Sep 16, 2016
Optically Clear, Room Temperature Curing Epoxy Blocks UV Light Transmission
Optically Clear, Room Temperature Curing Epoxy Blocks UV Light Transmission Formulated for specific optical applications, Master Bond EP30-2LB blocks UV light from 200-400 nm and allows the transmission of visible light from 450-900 nm. This two part system is optically clear with a refractive index of 1.55. It also passes ASTM E595 testing to meet NASA low outgassing specifications. Read more »
Products, Materials + Tools | Sep 23, 2016
SphereOptics Introduces New High Accuracy - Easy to Use Benchtop Goniometer
SphereOptics Introduces New High Accuracy - Easy to Use Benchtop Goniometer SphereOptics' new small benchtop goniometer has the capability not to only fit into almost every optical laboratory, but also to provide measurement data on concise level. The type C set up of this instrument enables the developer of single LEDs, LED modules or chips to study angular performance in many development stages; fast and most important: reliable. Read more »
Featured | Products, Materials + Tools | Oct 21, 2016
Instrument Systems Enables TM30-15 Conform SSL Measurements
Instrument Systems Enables TM30-15 Conform SSL Measurements In addition to classical color analysis, Instrument Systems’ SpecWin Pro software allows evaluations according to the new TM 30-15 method for evaluating the color rendition of light sources. Besides the two main characteristics, fidelity and gamut index, graphical analyses by Hue Bin tables and color vector graphics are also employed. Read more »
Featured | Products, Materials + Tools | Oct 25, 2016
Everfine BHA-2000 Retinal Blue Light Hazard Analyzer
Everfine BHA-2000 Retinal Blue Light Hazard Analyzer The retina Blue Light Hazard (BLH) and some other photobiological hazards have been involved in the latest edition of IEC 60598.1 as well as other horizontal product safety standards, which subsequently transferred to mandatory standards in many countries or areas. Luminaires shall be marked if they use light sources exceed the limit of RG1 unlimited group. Portable luminaires for children and mains socket-outlet nightlights shall not exceed RG1. Read more »
Featured | Products, Materials + Tools | Nov 02, 2016
New Array Spectroradiometer CAS 140CT-HR for Narrow Emitters
New Array Spectroradiometer CAS 140CT-HR for Narrow Emitters Based on the well-proven CAS 140CT spectroradiometers, Instrument Systems adds new models particularly designed for narrow band emitters, e.g. laser diodes. These high resolution CAS 140CT HR spectroradiometers combine the demands of high spectral resolution and short testing times. Read more »
Featured | Products, Materials + Tools | Dec 02, 2016
Instrument Systems Enables Tests According to ErP Directive
Instrument Systems Enables Tests According to ErP Directive With the newly optimized design of the LGS 350 goniophotometer, Instrument Systems provides a highly accurate and fast testing system for medium-sized LED modules. An add-on of the established SpecWin Pro software allows a broad range of ErP tests according to the EU Eco-Design Directive. Read more »
Tools | Test Equipment | Goniospectrometer | Jan 13, 2017
Labsphere Launches Type D Benchtop Goniospectrometer
Labsphere Launches Type D Benchtop Goniospectrometer Labsphere, Inc. has released its newest light metrology solution, a full feature Type D Goniospectrometer that fits securely on a lab bench. Labsphere provides innovative solutions for a wide range of applications including LED/SSL lighting, remote sensing, imager/consumer camera, automotive, defense and security, health and biomedical optics to both Production and Research environments. Read more »
Tools | Test Equipment | Integrating Spheres | Feb 01, 2017
Ophir® Expands Series of Precisely Calibrated Integrating Spheres
Ophir® Expands Series of Precisely Calibrated Integrating Spheres MKS Instruments, Inc., a global provider of technologies that enable advanced processes and improve productivity, announces new additions to the Ophir® Integrating Sphere series of products. Designed for measuring divergent and collimated light sources, such as laser diodes and LEDs, the Ophir Integrating Spheres are integrating sphere and photodiode sensor systems for measuring the optical power of divergent, narrowband light sources. The series includes three precisely calibrated spheres that measure powers from 20 nW to as high as 30 W. Read more »
Tool | Test Equipment | Software | Mar 15, 2017
Smart Street Lighting Products Getting Ready for Global Standard
Smart Street Lighting Products Getting Ready for Global Standard The TALQ Consortium, developers of the global standard interface for smart outdoor lighting networks, have just released the formal beta version of the entire TALQ Test Suite for its members. With this test tool companies can now start testing their smart lighting solutions for multi-vendor interoperability. The Test Suite will allow first products to be TALQ certified later this year – ensuring interoperability without the expense and delay of plug fests. Furthermore the tool enables the Consortium to work on extending the TALQ Standard to other smart city applications. Read more »
Tools | Test Equipment | Calibration | Mar 24, 2017
Instrument Systems Expands Series of Calibration Standards
Instrument Systems Expands Series of Calibration Standards Instrument Systems unveils a new calibration standard of the ACS-570 series. Together with the PSU 10 controller, the Munich-based manufacturer of light measurement technology offers its own all-in-one solution for the calibration of luminous flux and luminous intensity of measurement systems. Read more »
Tools | Test Equipment | Spectroradiometer | Apr 03, 2017
New GL SPECTIS 1.0 Touch FLICKER Spectrometer Captures Flicker Measurements
New GL SPECTIS 1.0 Touch FLICKER Spectrometer Captures Flicker Measurements With new LED lighting applications, the problem of flicker in slow-motion video has resurfaced. There was a time when this was a very common phenomenon with fluorescent lighting, but as technical improvements were made to the ballasts, the problem was largely eliminated. Today the main source of such flicker is LED lighting with particular drivers supplying power to the lights. At sports facilities, having optimal illumination and minimal flicker in the lights are important factors to consider when installing LED lighting. The lighting at FC Chelsea's famous Stamford Bridge stadium (Fulham, London, England) was recently replaced with LED lighting that creates unique illumination effects and dazzeling light displays. Read more »
Tools | Test Equipment | Spectroradiometer | May 15, 2017
The New Reference Instrument for Spectral Measurement: CAS 140D
The New Reference Instrument for Spectral Measurement: CAS 140D The spectro-radiometer CAS 140D combines all advantages of the proven CAS 140CT in terms of measurement accuracy and reliability with technical optimizations to enhance repeatability and stability. It is suitable both in production and as a reference instrument in the lab. Read more »
Tools | Test Equipment | UV | Jun 22, 2017
Instrument Systems Presents New Product Portfolio for UV Measurement
Instrument Systems Presents New Product Portfolio for UV Measurement Instrument Systems’ new UV measurement solution consists of a spectroradiometer from the proven CAS series as well as a series of integrating spheres specifically designed for UV sources. It measures samples with various radiation spectra in the UV-A, UV-B and UV-C range starting at 200 nm. Read more »
Tools | Test Equipment | Spectroradiometer | Jul 17, 2017
Easy Color Measurement - SphereOptics Presents New Spectraval 1511 from JETI
Easy Color Measurement - SphereOptics Presents New Spectraval 1511 from JETI SphereOptics presents the new Spectraval 1511 from JETI, a very compact spectroradiometer for the visible wavelength range from 380 nm to 780 nm. The field of view of 2° can be marked by a red laser target to find the exact position of the measured spot. A further highlight is the mechanical shutter for dark signal compensation. The spectroradiometer is powered by an internal battery, but can also be operated via USB. Read more »
Featured | Tools | Test Equipment | Goniophotometers | Oct 30, 2017
LEDGON-100 Determines Spatial Radiation Patterns from LEDs
LEDGON-100 Determines Spatial Radiation Patterns from LEDs Instrument Systems offers a full range of goniophotometers for analyzing angle-dependent optical parameters of LED and SSL products. This covers the entire value chain from single packaged LEDs through LED modules and light engines to large SSL lamps and luminaires. Read more »
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