Infrared detectors
TE-cooled and uncooled detector options for gas analysis, spectroscopy, temperature measurement and power monitoring.
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VIGO Photonics Product Selection Guide
SMART supports Taiwan-based engineering and procurement teams with VIGO Photonics detector, module, array, DevKit and Epi-Wafer selection. This English guide is a compact gateway for product families, application areas and inquiry requirements.
Product family overview
Integrated detection modules
Detector-module integration for signal-chain evaluation, embedded instruments and system-level qualification.
Affordable gas-analysis modules
AM / SMD module lines are suitable for portable gas analyzers, embedded CO analyzers and cost-sensitive gas-sensing projects.
View official AM / SMD module line →DevKit and signal-chain evaluation
Useful for early-stage detector, amplifier, filter, SMA output, digital processing and software readout validation.
III-V / II-VI photonic materials
Epi-Wafers support photonics R&D, lasers, photodetectors, transistors and customized material-platform evaluation.
MWIR FPA project inquiry
For thermal imaging, observation systems and project-based sensing platforms. Availability and schedule should be confirmed case by case.
Application-driven selection paths
High-end gas analysis and spectroscopy
For FTIR, TDLAS, process gas and environmental gas monitoring. Candidate directions include LWIR TE-cooled detectors and dedicated MWIR detectors.
Portable and embedded gas analyzers
For CO analyzers and cost-sensitive embedded gas-sensing systems. AM / SMD modules should be evaluated early.
Non-contact temperature and hot-box monitoring
For railway hot-box, equipment thermal monitoring and industrial safety applications. Common direction: MWIR TE-cooled detectors.
CO₂ laser calibration and power control
For semiconductor, PCB, medical and industrial laser control. Typical direction: 10.6 μm and uncooled LWIR detectors.
Thermal imaging project inquiry
For high-end thermal imaging, observation systems and research platforms. FPA capacity and project schedule require confirmation.
Selection reference table
| Application | Likely product direction | Key selection conditions | Recommended inquiry data |
|---|---|---|---|
| High-end FTIR / TDLAS gas analysis | LWIR TE-cooled detectors, dedicated MWIR detectors, selected PC / PCI / PVA / PVIA / PVM series | Target wavelength, gas absorption line, signal strength, D*, bandwidth, cooling and package | Target gas, wavelength range, concentration range, optical source, response speed, quantity and lead time |
| Portable gas analyzers | AM line, SMD line, InAsSb affordable IR detection modules | Budget target, module size, output interface, supply voltage, filter requirement and volume plan | Target gas, estimated annual quantity, platform size, readout interface and required datasheet level |
| Temperature measurement | MWIR TE-cooled detectors and relevant modules | Temperature range, measurement distance, field of view, response time and ambient conditions | Target temperature, distance, optics, environment, package and mechanical constraints |
| CO₂ laser calibration / power control | Uncooled LWIR detectors, 10.6 μm detector series | Laser wavelength, laser power, beam size, sampling method, response speed and package | Power range, optical path, beam diameter, signal interface, quantity and delivery requirement |
| MWIR FPA / thermal imaging project | MWIR FPA, project-based detection modules | Waveband, array format, pixel pitch, cooling, readout interface and integration platform | Use case, specification target, project phase, forecast quantity and schedule |
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