Thorlabs PM100D Optical Power and Energy Meter Operation Manual

Operation manual for the Thorlabs PM100D handheld optical power and energy meter, covering safety, setup, sensor compatibility, measurements, and maintenance.

Brand: THORLABS
Document type: User Manual
Language: English
Pages: 75
File format: PDF
File size: 1.7 MB
Published: 13 October, 2026
Updated: 13 October, 2026
Model: PM100D
MD5 checksum: 18A8AAB7D84CC6A914C5E4A1D727F0A8
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About this manual

This document is the operation manual for the Thorlabs PM100D Handheld Optical Power and Energy Meter. It provides instructions on using the device to measure optical power from laser light or other monochromatic sources and energy from pulsed light sources. The meter features a battery-powered design compatible with various Thorlabs C-Type photodiode, thermal, and pyroelectric sensors.

What's inside

General Information
Safety
Ordering Codes and Accessories
Getting Started
Operating the PM100D
Measurement Considerations
Computer Interface
Maintenance and Repair

Specifications

Display Type	4" Graphical LCD 320 x 240 pixels
Dimensions (H x W x D)	183 x 109 x 40 mm³
Operating Temperature	0°C - +40°C
Interface Type	USB2.0
Battery Capacity	3.7 V 1300 mAh LiPo

Frequently asked questions

What types of sensors are compatible with the PM100D?

The meter is compatible with all Thorlabs C-Type Photodiode, Thermal, and Pyroelectric sensors.

How can the PM100D be recharged?

The unit can be recharged with the supplied AC adapter or via USB connection to a PC or laptop.

What is the measurement range for photodiode sensors?

The measurement ranges cover 6 decades from 50 nA to 5 mA.

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