BeamWatch®
- Strahltaille bis hinunter auf 55 μm
- Leistungen von unter 1 kW bis über 100 kW
- GigEthernet Schnittstelle
- Beinhaltet BeamWatch Analyse-Software für Endanwender oder Techniker
Specification
- GigE
- 55µm - ~2.75mm
- Silcon CCD Camera
- ~400W to >100kW
- 980-1080nm
- 12.5mm
- CE, UKCA, China RoHS
Ordering
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BW-NIR-2-155
SP90390Dual axis - BeamWatch non-contact, focus spot size and position monitor for focus spots from 155μm and larger (see operating space charts)
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BW-NIR-2-55
SP90391Dual axis - BeamWatch non-contact, focus spot size and position monitor for focus spots from 55μm and larger (see operating space charts
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Documentions
BeamWatch
BeamWatch is a simple means of evaluating the laser performance at periodic intervals. It compares key laser performance parameters against preset ranges to provide Go/No-Go readouts so that the laser user knows when to take corrective actions.
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FAQ
My laptop will not connect to the BeamWatch while connected to its docking station.
My beam measurement seems different than I expected. What can I do to check the measurement?
The measurement accuracy has been improved in recent versions of the software. It was discovered that a gain floor needed to be established to prevent early saturation of the camera. This gain floor was implimented in BeamWatch version 2.2.0. Please check your software version. The newest verions of the software from this link. If you are still having problems, please send a data file to our Service Group for analysis at service@us.ophiropt.com with an explanation of your problem.
CloseWhen hooking up the purge line to the BeamWatch, what line-pressure should I allow to enter the unit?
With the BeamWatch how can I get readings void of comets or streaks in my image?
It is recommended that you supply clean, dry, filtered air or nitrogen to the BeamWatch. Also allowing the unit to purge for a time and adjusting the pressure with the inlet valve will help to eliminate most, if not all of the comets and streaks in the image. For more information please consult the manual under section 2.4. It is important to keep the dust covers over the openings of the BeamWatch in place until the purge air is flowing in order to prevent dust particle contamination prior to operation.
CloseIs a beam dump included or needed to operate the BeamWatch?
A beam dump is not included in the purchase of the BeamWatch. We recommend using a beam dump or equivalent product to protect people and equipment. When using a beam dump or a power sensor, it is not recommended to have the beam dump or power sensor too close to the exit aperture of the unit. Doing so will elevate the background which can impact the accuracy of the results.
A few options for beam dumps can be found here.
If you are interested in obtaining power meter readings at the same time, we would recommend some of our high power sensors that can be found here.
CloseVideos

BeamWatch™ utilizes disruptive technology to measure very high power YAG and fiber lasers. By not intercepting the beam and yet providing instantaneous measurements, you can now monitor the beam characteristic at frequent intervals without having to shut down the process or remove tooling and fixtures to get access. In addition, you can now measure focal spot location at millisecond intervals and know if there is any focal spot shift during those critical start-up moments.

Modern production facilities must constantly increase throughput, at less cost, with less scrap, and with minimum downtime. In this video overview, you will learn how application of new, advanced technology in measurement devices, can help both designers and users of industrial laser systems to optimize and control their processes, so they can accomplish these goals and achieve consistently good results – both in quality and quantity. Read the full article

The BeamWatch® industrial beam profiling system provides data that has never been seen or measured, even to laser users that have been working with high-power lasers for years. Through the dynamic measurement of beam waist location, the laser engineer can know how changes in power density affect the quality the process. For example, data is now available about the laser’s effect on the quality and consistency of laser welds, cuts, and holes drilled.
Ophir-Spiricon has been honored with a 2015 Utah Innovation Award from the Utah Technology Council for BeamWatch®, the industry's first non-contact, focus spot size and position monitor for very high power YAG, fiber, and diode lasers. Rachael Tyler, mechanical engineer with Ophir-Spiricon explains BeamWatch in this video.
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Attenuation-Induced Error Due to Thermal Lensing in Beam Measurement
The Challenge of Focus Shift in High Power Laser Material Processing
BeamWatchTM Applications Generate Interest at FMA’s ALAW
What Happens to Your Weld When Welding with High Power Over Long Periods of Time?
Sensor Fusion Enables Comprehensive Analysis of Laser Processing in Additive Manufacturing
White Paper – ISO compliance of non-contact, real-time beam analysis
White Paper – Keeping Your Additive Manufacturing Laser in Spec
White Paper - The challenge of battery production
Laser Measurements in Materials Processing: How and When They Absolutely, Positively Must Be Made
How to Make Laser Welding and Cutting Affordable and Sustainable
White Paper – Image Of Laser From Rayleigh Scattering Directly Correlated To Beam Waist Measurements Of High-Power Lasers
Case Study: The Ophir Beamwatch System Optimizes Laser Process Development
Accessories
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SP90476
Cup ApertureFor those applications where the standard flat aperture does not position the delivery head close enough to the measurement centerline. Includes alignment tool SP90475
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Rotation Mount
SP90346Add-on 180° manual rotation mount to bottom of BeamWatch
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Locking Ethernet
SP90394Cable Replace standard Ethernet cable with one that locks into place, IP67 rated