THORLABS BC207UV, Operating Manual

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BC207 Series Chapter 1: General Information
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1 General Information
The BC207UV(/M) and BC207VIS(/M) camera-based Beam Profilers allow identification of
complex mode patterns (like flat top and donut) while optimizing a laser system. Compared to
scanning slit beam profilers like the Thorlabs
BP209 Series , camera beam profilers can capture
a more detailed beam profile and provide a true 2D analysis of the beam's power density distri-
bution.
The Thorlabs BC207UV(/M) and BC207VIS(/M) camera beam profilers are suited for use within
the UV range or visible light range, respectively. The high resolution in a relatively large field of
view and the thermal stability make the BC207 Series Camera Beam Profilers a superior
product. Several trigger modes allow flexible capturing of beam profiles from pulsed light
sources. This includes a TTL input for triggered pulse detection of signals.
Both beam profilers BC207UV(/M) or BC207VIS(/M) can be purchased as an imperial version
(BC207UV, BC207VIS) or a metric version (BC207UV/M, BC207VIS/M). For the purpose of this
manual, BC207UV(/M) or BC207VIS(/M) refers to both versions, respectively.
The Beam Software versions 8.0 and higher support all features for a full beam analysis with
the BC207 Series Camera Beam Profiler. The Beam Software is provided for download from
the software tab on the
Thorlabs BC207 website . With the integrated power meter, power and
beam shape can be observed through the software simultaneously. To compensate for ambient
light, a measured mean value of the ambient light intensity is subtracted from the beam profile
measurement. The automatic exposure and gain control feature adapts the camera settings to
the actual beam intensity. The USB 3.0 interface allows for a high frame rate. Measurements at
very high frame rates can be transferred with reduced frame sizes.
To convert Thorlabs camera beam profilers into a fully-automated M² measurement system,
Thorlabs offers the
M2MS(-AL) extension sets . For more information please contact Thorlabs
technical support .
1.1 Ordering Codes and Accessories
BC207UV
CMOS Camera Beam Profiler, Protection Glass and ND Filter Set for Ap-
plications in the Wavelength Range of 245 - 400 nm, Imperial Mounting
Threads: 1/4''-20
BC207UV/M CMOS Camera Beam Profiler, Protection Glass and ND Filter Set for Ap-
plications in the Wavelength Range of 245 - 400 nm, Metric Mounting
Threads: M6 x 1 mm
BC207VIS
CMOS Camera Beam Profiler, Protection Glass and ND Filter Set for Ap-
plications in the Wavelength Range of 350 - 1100 nm, Imperial Mounting
Threads: 1/4''-20
BC207VIS/M
CMOS Camera Beam Profiler, Protection Glass and ND Filter Set for Ap-
plications in the Wavelength Range of 350 - 1100 nm, Metric Mounting
Threads: M6 x 1 mm
For beam quality (M²) measurements, Thorlabs offers M2MS hardware extension sets to
BC207 Series and BP209 Series as well as complete M² Measurement Systems consisting of
M2MS and BC207 Series or BP209 Series beam profilers. The M2MS extension sets can be
purchased through the
M2MS website .
Recommended Accessories:
A mounting adapter for the former BC106N-UV(/M) or BC106N-VIS(/M) Camera Beam Profilers
can be purchased by contacting
Thorlabs directly.