OEM Light Source Modules

The miniature Process Lamp unit LS-HMP is a compact, universal-use OEM light source module, designed for integration into VIS/VIS-NIR optical instrumentation. Its main configuration includes two redundant long-life Tungsten Halogen lamps with a lifetime of 30,000 hours each, but various other halogen sources, LEDs and laser diodes can be integrated as well.

The light source module comes with fiber-optic interface and filter holder, lamp control with all process-relevant security functions, such as shutter and lamp monitoring, and temperature control. Various communication interfaces, including I²C and RS-485, are available.

A sophisticated control electronic checks the function of lamps and shutter motor upon startup. During operation, the lamp is monitored continuously. In case of failure, the spare lamp is activated automatically, and failure is communicated in a status message. Head and PCB temperatures are monitored continuously, in addition to operating hours of the two sources. The control interface facilitates access to the available data.