Laser Power & Beam Analysis
Know Your Laser. Control Your Process.
Laser performance depends on more than a single power value.
Power, pulse energy, beam shape, size, position and intensity distribution provide different information about how a laser performs and how reliably that performance reaches the application.
Laser 2000 provides measurement solutions for laser development, system integration, production monitoring and quality assurance.
Why Laser Characterization Matters
Changes in laser power, pulse energy or beam characteristics can directly affect process stability, optical alignment and product quality. Appropriate measurement helps detect deviations early and supports reliable operation.
What Do You Need to Measure?
Power
Measure the optical output of continuous and modulated laser sources to verify performance and monitor stability.
Pulse Energy
Determine the energy delivered by pulsed laser sources for development, validation and process control.
Beam Profile
Visualise the spatial intensity distribution to understand beam shape, symmetry and behaviour.
Beam Size & Position
Measure critical spatial parameters for alignment, system optimisation and repeatable operation.
These are the core selection and performance factors identified in the LED briefing.
Power Measurement or Beam Profiling?
They answer complementary questions.
Power & Energy Measurement tells you how much optical output the laser delivers.
Beam Profiling shows how that output is spatially distributed.
For many applications, combining both provides a more complete understanding of laser performance.
Find the Right Measurement Approach
The appropriate measurement technology depends on the laser and what you need to know about it.
Key parameters include:
- Wavelength
- Power or Energy Range
- CW or Pulsed Operation
- Pulse Characteristics
- Beam Size
- Measurement Speed
- Required Accuracy
Our broad range covers laser power and energy measurement as well as camera-based and scanning beam analysis for different laser sources and measurement requirements.
Talk to our experts to identify the right measurement approach for your laser system.
Typical Applications
Laser Development & Qualification
Characterise laser output and beam behaviour during R&D and system development.
Optical Alignment
Use spatial beam information to optimise alignment and optical performance.
Production & Quality Assurance
Verify critical laser parameters and identify deviations during manufacturing.
Process Optimisation
Monitor laser characteristics that can influence industrial process stability and results.
Service & Maintenance
Check laser performance and identify changes over the operating life of a system.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a power meter, an energy meter or a beam profiler?
Power meters measure continuous-wave output, energy meters measure pulsed laser energy, and beam profilers characterise the spatial distribution of the beam. Many applications benefit from combining several of these measurements.
How do I choose the right measurement range?
The right sensor or detector depends on your laser’s wavelength, power or energy range and whether it operates in CW or pulsed mode. Our experts help match the measurement technology to your laser system.
Can beam profiling help with optical alignment?
Yes. Visualising the spatial intensity distribution of a beam helps identify asymmetries and alignment issues, supporting optical setup and ongoing alignment optimisation.
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