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Features
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1.2 Features
Utmost precision
The single or dual channel photocurrent amplifier modules PDA8000 offer a
maximum of precision and sensitivity. The polarity of the photodiode is neverthe-
less free selectable.
Different operating modes
The photodiode may either be operated photovoltaic or photoconductive by setting
a bias voltage of 0 ... 10V.
7 measurement ranges
For a low noise measurement with 15 bit resolution plus sign there are seven
measurement ranges from 10 nA to 10 mA. The lowest, still detectable current is
about 0,1 pA (!)
Optical power measurement
Since the photocurrent amplifier modules can be calibrated by selecting the
photodiode sensitivity
they can be used for precise optical power measurements
after calibration.
Forward voltage measurement (optional)
Optionally it will be possible to measure the forward voltage of the photodiode with
a selectable measurement current between 0.01 and 10 mA. (option PDA8000-
FWD).
Extensive filtering
The mains filter installed in the mainframe and the careful shielding of the
transformer, the microprocessor and the module itself will provide an excellent
suppression of noise and ripple.
Selecting the reference ground
Additionally the reference ground for the measurements can be adapted to the
measurement setup.
LabVIEW®- and LabWindows/CVI®-driver
For the PDA8000
Thorlabs
supplies LabVIEW
®
- and LabWindows/CVI
®
-drivers for
MS Windows 32.
Please refer to our homepage for latest driver updates.
http://www.thorlabs.com