Description
The QS3-H Discrete Pyroelectric Sensor by Gentec-EO is a high-performance sensor designed for applications requiring high average power handling and precise optical detection. This sensor boasts a broad spectral response range of 0.1 to 1000 µm, making it highly versatile for various optical measurements.
Available in both TO5 and TO8 packages, the QS3-H is easy to integrate into existing systems, providing flexibility and convenience. The large area pyroelectric sensors, with diameters of 5 mm and 9 mm, enhance optical alignment, ensuring precise and reliable measurements. Additionally, the sensor offers multiple infrared (IR) window options, including quartz (0.2–3.5 µm) and barium, providing a broad range of detection capabilities for different applications.
The QS3-H is part of a product family that includes low-noise, high-power, and fast-response detectors, allowing users to select the most suitable model based on their needs. Whether you're working in research, industry, or instrumentation, the QS3-H is an excellent choice for high-power, high-sensitivity applications.
Gentec-EO Discrete Pyroelectric Sensor QS3-H
Specifications
Detector Type: | Pyroelectric |
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Spectral Range: | 0.1 – 1000 um |
Size: | 3 mm |
Maximum Power: | 0.5 W |
Noise Equivalent Power: | Not Specified |
Max Average Power Density: | Not Specified |
Sensor Diameter: | 5 mm |
Window Options: | Quartz (0.2–3.5 µm), Barium |
Package Types: | TO5 and TO8 |
Product Families: | QS-L (Low noise), QS-H (High average power), QS-IF (Fast response), QS-IL (Low noise) |
Aperture Diameter: | 3 mm |
Thermal Frequency: | 5 Hz |
Temperature Coefficient: | 0.2 %/°C |
Dimensions: | 9.1Ø x 6.4D mm |
Weight: | 0.001 kg |
Features
- Broad Spectral Response: 0.1 µm to 1000 µm, covering a wide range of wavelengths
- High Average Power Handling: Capable of detecting high average power levels
- Compact and Easy to Integrate: Available in TO5 and TO8 packages for easy integration into existing systems
- Large Area Sensors: 5 mm and 9 mm sensor diameters for improved optical alignment
- Versatile IR Window Options: Quartz (0.2–3.5 µm) and barium windows for different spectral applications
- Multiple Product Families: Choose from QS-L, QS-H, QS-IF, and QS-IL models to match specific application needs
Applications
- Laser Power Measurement: Ideal for high average power laser detection
- Optical Research: Perfect for advanced optical detection in laboratory settings
- Spectroscopy: Suitable for use in various spectroscopy applications
- Industrial Systems: Reliable sensor for high-performance industrial monitoring
- Environmental Sensing: Ideal for high-precision environmental monitoring
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the advantages of a pyroelectric detector over other IR detectors?
The advantages of a pyroelectric detector over other IR detectors are: room temperature operation, broad spectral response, high sensitivity (D*) and fast response (sub-nsec into 50 Ω).
What are the different families of products to choose from?
There are four families of products to choose from: QS-L (discrete pyro detectors, low noise level), QS-H (discrete pyro detectors, high average power), QS-IF (hybrid pyro detectors, current mode, fast response), and QS-IL (hybrid pyro detectors, current mode, low noise level).
What are the physical characteristics of the QS3-H pyroelectric sensor?
The physical characteristics of the QS3-H pyroelectric sensor include a maximum average power of 500 mW, spectral range of 0.1 - 1000 μm, current responsivity of 0.25 μA/W, thermal frequency of 5 Hz, temperature coefficient of 0.2 %/°C, aperture diameter of 3 mm, absorber MT, dimensions of 9.1Ø x 6.4D mm, weight of 0.001 kg, and package TO5.
What is a pyroelectric detector?
A pyroelectric detector is a thermal detector that produces a current output that is directly proportional to the rate of change of temperature when exposed to a source of radiation.
What is the QS3-H pyroelectric sensor used for?
The QS3-H pyroelectric sensor is ideal for pulsed laser applications, thermal measurements, laser optics, metrology, inspection, and biomedical and military applications.
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