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MicronSENSIR

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Overview: The document introduces Lumex's MicronSensIR™ family of infrared emitters and detectors, emphasizing their high sensitivity, reliability, and durability for detecting gases in the 1.0 to 5.5 µm infrared region. These products are noted for their cost-effectiveness and versatility across various applications.
Key Features:
  • High sensitivity of 1.5E10 Jones across the 1 to 5.5 micron spectrum.
  • Available in both standard and customizable formats.
  • Cost reduction and design simplification by minimizing the need for multiple detectors and complex optics.
  • High-speed infrared source with optimized signal-to-noise performance.
Applications and Markets:
  • Applications include gas analysis, greenhouse gas monitoring, fire and spark detection, flame monitoring, emission monitoring, and process and quality control.
  • Markets served include medical, environmental, industrial safety, rail safety, automotive, aviation, and underground safety.
MicronSensIR Infrared Emitters:
  • High-performance emitters with fast pulse rates up to 180 Hz and 50% modulation depth.
  • Adjustable pulse rates with 0 to 5V control circuitry.
  • High output emitter with a compact footprint and software support for custom pulse configurations.
  • Applications include gas analysis, environmental monitoring, spectroscopy, process control systems, and plastics sorting.
MicronSensIR Infrared Detectors:
  • PbS and PbSe detectors with high sensitivity and reliability, available in single and multi-element formats.
  • High durability and repeatable performance for consistent results.
  • Applications include gas analysis, emissions monitoring, spectroscopy, process control systems, thermal imaging, and flame monitoring.
MicronSensIR High Performance Multi-Channel Infrared Detectors:
  • Four discrete optical channels in a compact TO-5 package for simultaneous measurement of multiple gases.
  • Designed for reliability and long life in the field.
  • Applications include medical and industrial gas analysis, auto and aviation emissions monitoring, and air quality monitoring.
MicronSensIR Integrated Detector Assembly:
  • Incorporates electronics with a high sensitivity PbSe detector in a compact package.
  • Features include a 10 dB gain amplifier, cooler, and thermistor for temperature control.
  • Ideal for portable instruments where size, durability, and cost are critical.
  • Applications include gas analysis, emissions monitoring, spectroscopy, process control systems, thermal imaging, and flame detection.
Operating Instructions:
  • Includes guidelines for optimal performance, system diagram, and requirements for bias voltage and TEC controller.
  • Emphasizes the importance of proper grounding and bias supply free of AC components.
Introduction to Thermoelectric Coolers (TECs): TECs use the Peltier effect to convert DC current into a temperature differential, acting as solid-state heat pumps. They transfer heat from the cooled object to the atmosphere, requiring low thermal resistance to prevent overheating and damage.
1. Heat Sink Selection: A suitable heat sink is crucial for dissipating the heat generated by both the device and the cooler. The design is vital for performance and longevity, with inadequate design leading to reduced performance and early failure.
2. Mounting: The optimal thermal path is through the pin side of the package. Mounting should minimize thermal resistance using flat, burr-free surfaces and thermally conductive interface materials. Proper assembly and torque are critical to avoid stress on the hermetic seal.
3. Control Electronics: External electronics control temperature and prevent overheating. The thermistor provides feedback to regulate power and maintain set temperatures. Current limits must be set to prevent overheating, depending on thermal resistance and ambient temperature.
4. Summary: The performance of TEC-equipped detector packages depends on effective heat sinking and thermal management. Proper design and control prevent damage and optimize performance. Failure to adhere to recommended practices may void warranties.
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Infrared Emitter and Detectors New Technology Provides Industry-Leading Sensitivity, Reliability and Durabilty In the detection and identification of gases in the 1.0 to 5.5 µm infrared region, PbS and PbSe detectors provide unparalleled sensitivity versus cost. In addition to their best-in-class performance statistics, Lumex’s new MicronSensIR family of infrared emitter and detector products are ideal for a wide range of applications. Features: • Industry-leading sensitivity of 1.5E10 Jones across the 1 to 5.5 micron infrared spectrum • Available in off-the-shelf and customizable formats • The MicronSensIR family of Detectors offers significant opportunities for cost reduction and design simplification reducing the need for multiple individual detectors and complex optics • MicronSensIR Emitters high-speed infrared source combines a high-performance pulsable emitter with corresponding drive electronics. Designed to maximize output over 1 Hz to 200 Hz pulse rates, this source-driver combination optimizes system signal to noise performance while minimizing the overall footprint Applications: Markets: • Gas analysis and detection • Medical • Greenhouse gas monitoring • Environmental • Fire and spark detection • Industrial safety • Flame monitoring • Rail Safety • Emission monitoring • Automotive & Aviation • Process and quality control • Underground & Tunnel Safety

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Creating LED and LCD Solutions Together" MicronSensIR™ Infrared Emitters Lumex's high-performance MicronSensIR Infrared Emitters, combine a high-speed pulsable emitter with its corresponding drive electronics on a compact 14 pin circuit board. Designed to maximize output over a 1 Hz to 200 Hz range of pulse speeds, these complementary assemblies enhance signal to noise performance, while minimizing the overall system footprint. The construction and implementation of the emitter and control circuitry, optimize performance by matching the drive waveform for the desired operating frequency. This...

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MicronSensIR™ Infrared Emitters Lumex P/N: SNR-40636 Product Specifications MicronSensIR™ Infrared Detectors Lumex’s MicronSensIR Infrared PbSe and PbS detectors are available in single element and multi-element formats and provide industryleading sensitivity of 1.5E10 Jones across the 1 to 5.5 micron infrared spectrum. In the detection and identification of gases and materials in the 1.0 to 5.5 µm infrared region, PbSe and PbS detectors provide unparalleled sensitivity versus cost. MicronSensIR PbS High Sensitivity Infrared Single Element Detectors MicronSense™ PbS high-sensitivity infrared...

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Creating LED and LCD Solutions Together™ MicronSensIR™ Infrared Detectors Lumex P/N: SNR-40013 Product Specifications Creating LED and LCD Solutions Together" MicronSensIR™ Infrared Detectors Lumex P/N: SNR-40147 Product Specifications

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Creating LED and LCD Solutions Together' MicronSensIR™ Infrared Detectors Lumex P/N: SNR-40029 Product Specifications Creating LED and LCD Solutions Together" MicronSensIR™ Infrared Detectors MicronSensIR PbSe Single Element Infrared Detectors MicronSense™ PbSe Single Element Infrared Detectors (single-channel detector) family integrates recognized PbSe technology with proven manufacturing processes to provide the highest sensitivity detectors across the one to five micron spectrum. In addition, MicronSense™ PbSe Single Element Infrared Detectors products minimize maintenance cost and assure...

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Creating LED and LCD Soiutions Togethei MicronSensIR™ Infrared Detectors Lumex P/N: SNR-40135 Product Specifications

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Creating LED and LCD Solutions Together™ MicronSensIR™ Infrared Detectors Lumex P/N: SNR-40186 Product Specifications Creating LED and LCD Solutions Together" MicronSensIR™ Infrared Detectors Lumex P/N: SNR-40642 Product Specifications MicronSensIR High Performance Multi-Channel Infrared Detectors New application demands are driving instrument manufacturers to measure more elements in smaller devices without sacrificing performance. To meet these challenges, Lumex's MicronSensIR High Performance Multi-Channel Infrared Detectors product family provides four discrete optical channels in a compact...

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Creating LED and LCD Solutions Together' Creating LED and LCD Solutions Together" MicronSensIR™ Infrared Detectors Lumex P/N: SNR-40633 Product Specifications MicronSensIR Integrated Detector Assembly Lumex's MicronSensIR Integrated Detector Assembly incorporates electronics while still providing the exceptional sensitivity of the 2 mm square PbSe detector (2.8 xx 1010 cm Hzl/2 w-1 peak D*) across the 1 to 5.5 micron spectrum. Ideal for portable instruments, where size, durability and costs are so important, this compact detector provides a 10 dB gain amplifier, a cooler and a thermistor all...

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Creating LED and LCD Solutions Together' /BIAS VOLTAGE (Vb+ AND Vb-) TABLE«\ PbSe CHEMISTRY /SPECIFICATION TABLE \ Creating LED and LCD Solutions Together" MicronSensIR Integrated Detector Assembly - Operating Instructions The MicronSensIR Integrated Detector Assembly consists of a PbSe 2x2mm detector with an integrated low-noise 10 gain buffer/ampli- fier, thermistor, and Thermoelectric Cooler (TEC). The Thermoelectric Cooler is typically configured with a temperature control circuit using the thermistor to provide feedback to the controller. Additionally, a low noise voltage source is required...

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Requirements Overview Measuring Instrument Bias Voltage The signal output will vary depending on the application. A typical signal will be in the range of 10-1000 μV. The signal values (in μV) reported on the test data sheet are values obtained by connecting a wave analyzer directly to the output of the IDA without further signal conditioning or amplification. A bias supply (+Vb ,-Vb )is needed to operate the MicronSensIR Integrated Detector Assembly. The supply needs to be free of AC components that could pass through the amplifier as noise. The best choice for a bias supply (with current >...

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