SPECTRUM100
USB 5-band sensor for UVA, UVB, IR, RGB and ambient light
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| Ambient and white light | ||
| Range: | 0.0072 to 1,887 lx | |
| Resolution: | 0.0036 lx per step | |
| Colour and Infrared light | ||
| Range: | 0 to 20,000 lx | |
| Resolution: | Up to 20 bits | |
| Ultraviolet A and B light | ||
| UVA responsivity | 0.93 counts/uW/cm2 | |
| UVB responsivity | 2.1 counts/uW/cm2 | |
| Resolution: | 16 bits (65,536 counts) |
- Optimized for indoor and typical outdoor lighting conditions
- RoHS3 and CE compliant
- 3 years warranty
FREE DATA LOGGING AND MONITORING SOFTWARE
Learn more and download DracalView:
- Get up-and-running in less than 3 minutes
- Operates under Windows, Mac OS X and Linux
- Real-time on-screen graphing and logging
- Configurable log file format
- Log interval down to 0.5 second
- Configurable units (°C, °F, K…)
- Simultaneous use of unlimited Dracal sensors supported
- Simple user-calibration (products with the CAL option)
- Connectivity with SensGate Wi-Fi/Ethernet gateway
EASY TO INTEGRATE IN YOUR OWN APPLICATION
- One portal page to easily get started
- Easily switch between USB CLI and Wi-Fi/Ethernet CLI
- Code samples available for many programming languages
- Usable with LabView (Guide here)
All command-line tools (CLI) are packaged with DracalView
Description
SPECTRUM100: USB light sensor designed for indoor use, measuring various types of radiation.
The SPECTRUM100 is a versatile USB light sensor that simultaneously detects white light, colours (RGB), ultraviolet A and B, infrared, and ambient light, offering various functionalities.
Built around specialized, high-quality sensors, the SPECTRUM100 provides exceptional accuracy and reliable stability in various environments. It supports a wide detection range from 0.01 to 1,887 lux for ambient and white light, 0 to 20,000 lux for colour and infrared, and offers optimal sensitivity for ultraviolet A and B. Its compact design, USB compatibility, and sturdy construction make it an ideal tool for scientists and engineers.
Like all Dracal measurement instruments, the SPECTRUM100 is compatible with free software tools, making it an essential component of a DAQ solution. For those who wish to integrate the SPECTRUM100 into their system, there are two options available: command line tools and VCP mode. If you prefer a graphical interface, DracalView is the appropriate choice.
Easy to use in your applications
- Virtual COM option (VCP)
- dracal-usb-get: command-line data integration tool
- dracal-sensgate-get: command-line tool for wireless access to sensors connected to a SensGate
- RVCP: REST API for wireless access to VCP instruments connected to a SensGate
Multiple integration and code examples, including Python, C, C++, Java, Node.js, C#, Grafana and LabVIEW.
Free data monitoring and calibration software
Be instantly operational with DracalView: our free data visualization, logging and calibration software
- Works under Windows (Win7/8/10/11 64&32-bit), Mac OS X and Linux
- Simultaneous visualization and logging of an unlimited number of sensors
- Automatic synchronization with our Wi-Fi gateway
- Easy calibration mechanism open to the end-user
Application examples
- Monitoring environmental conditions in telematics
- Integration with LIMS (Tetra Lab Monitoring solution)
- OEM integration
- Education
What is included
- One (1) Spectrum100 unit
- Quick installation guide
- Data acquisition solution for DAQ system
Specifications
Ambient and white light
- Detection range: 0.01 to 1,887 lx
- Digital resolution (LSB count): 0.0036 lx/step
- Dynamic range: 16 bit
- Flicker noise rejection: 100 Hz and 120 Hz
- High dynamic detection resolution
- Dark offset: 3 steps
- Peak light spectral response: 550 nm
- Built-in algorithms: Filtron™ and O-Trim™
- Supports low transmittance (dark) lens design
- Excellent temperature compensation
- Sensor IC: Vishay, VEML6030
Colour and Infrared light
- Detection range: 0 to 20 000 lx
- Resolution: Up to 20 bit
- Dynamic range: 18 000 000:1
- RGB peak spectral response: 625 nm, 525 nm and 465 nm
- Infrared peak spectral response: 850 nm
- Dark offset: 3 steps
- Full-scale ADC count Value: 262 143
- Sensor IC: Avago, APDS-9250
Ultraviolet A and B light
- UVA responsivity: 0.93 counts/uW/cm2
- UVB responsivity: 2.1 counts/uW/cm2
- Resolution: 16 bits (65536 counts)
- Peak spectral response (UVA, UVB): 365 nm, 330 nm
- Range of spectral bandwidth: ±10 nm
- Excellent UVA and UVB sensitivity
- Temperature compensation: 0 to 70°C
- Sensor IC: Vishay, VEML6075
Miscellaneous
- Communication Interface: USB 2.0
- Maximum USB cable length: 2 m (6 feet)
- Operating temperature range: 0°C to 70°C
- Operating relative humidity range (non-condensing): 10% to 90%
- Powered through USB
- Current Consumption: 25 mA max
- Dimensions (cm): 7L X 2W x 1H
- Weight (grams): 7.7
- Colour: Black
- Waterproof: No
- RoHS3 and CE compliant.
Available channels
(As displayed in our logging software DracalView)
| Channel Id* | Description | Type | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|
| 00 | IR light intensity | IR light intensity | Real |
| 01 | Green light intensity | Green light intensity | Real |
| 02 | Blue light intensity | Blue light intensity | Real |
| 03 | Red light intensity | Red light intensity | Real |
| 04 | VEML6075 UVA | UVA | Real |
| 05 | VEML6075 | UVB | Real |
| 06 | VEML6030 ALS | Ambient light | Real |
| 07 | VEML6030 WHITE | White light | Real |
Dimensions
Units: Inch [mm]
Virtual COM port communication protocol (option)
This product is available with the option of communication via virtual COM port protocol. Products with this option can be freely converted between USB and VCP communication modes. For more information about this option, consult the documentation of the VCP option.
Of note, for Windows 7 users, here is the installation procedure.
Here is what the invocation of the command INFO returns for this product:
I,Product ID,Serial Number,Message,IR light intensity,arb.unit,Green light intensity,arb.unit,Blue light intensity,arb.unit,Red light intensity,arb.unit,VEML6075 UVA,uW/cm^2,VEML6075 UVB,uW/cm^2,VEML6030 ALS,lx,VEML6030 WHITE,arb.unit,*177Aas well as an example of what this product transmits:
D,VCP-SPECTRUM100,E21355,,9,arb.unit,342,arb.unit,74,arb.unit,292,arb.unit,0,uW/cm^2,0,uW/cm^2,45.6768,lx,2028,arb.unit,*9F7A
D,VCP-SPECTRUM100,E21355,,9,arb.unit,340,arb.unit,74,arb.unit,290,arb.unit,0,uW/cm^2,0,uW/cm^2,45.504,lx,2018,arb.unit,*6CF63-point user calibration mechanism (option)
This product can be equiped with a 3-point user calibration mechanism. Devices equiped with this feature are eligible for calibration and certification in an accredited ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory. You will find here more information about NIST traceable certificates.
Free data logging software
- Real-time on-screen graphing and logging
- Supported by our DracalView data logger software and tools
- Operates under Windows (Win7/8/10/11 64&32-bit), Mac OS X and Linux
- Configurable log file format with log interval down to 0.5 second
- Configurable units (°C, °F, K...)
- Simultaneous use of unlimited Dracal sensors supported
- Seamless connectivity with SensGate Wi-Fi/Ethernet gateway
- Command-line tool dracal-usb-get is also available (packaged with DracalView)
- Use it in your own application easily! We provide code samples for many programming languages
- Usable with LabView (Guide here)
- And much more! Visit our DracalView software WEB page for more information
Do you have STEP/CAD files of your instruments?
You can find them on each instrument page under the Datasheets tab if available.
Are your sensors battery-powered?
No, they are not. They are powered via the USB plug; therefore, they must be plugged in to transmit data.
Why are my units offset between each other?
We do not calibrate these units. They should be used to monitor light qualitatively. They are meant to monitor the level and changes of the light bands over time with high resolution and stability.
Can you measure temperature colour (in Kelvin) with the SPECTRUM100?
The white light and ambient light sensors are meant to be used at an optimal wavelength, 600 nm (4828 K) and 550 nm (5267 K), respectively. Therefore, they cannot reliably measure the temperature colour of the light.
How do I request a quote?
We have created the easiest possible quote request system for you.
1. Create an account and log in.
2. Then do whatever you would do while shopping, then click on the shopping cart in the top right.
3. In your cart, click on “Switch to quote”, then at the bottom of the page “Proceed to quote”. You will not be asked for any payment information.
You will then receive a quote by email, which you can accept and pay within 30 days.
What are the advantages of choosing a calibratable instrument (-CAL option)?
The devices with the 3-point calibration mechanism have a longer lifetime as it is possible to compensate for the natural drift of the measurements. The cost/lifetime ratio is thus considerably reduced and, just as importantly, this choice is environmental friendly.
These devices can be easily calibrated and certified by external resources (including our ISO17025 certified partner laboratory) and allow you to synchronize your various devices between them.
What are the advantages of using your USB communicating devices over other technologies?
| 1. Connection security. | 6. Continuous power supply. |
| 2. Instant access to data. | 7. Low-power supply. |
| 3. Data confidentiality. | 8. Self-sufficiency. |
| 4. Data reliability. | 9. Technology persistence over time. |
| 5. Fast response time. | 10. Universal access. |
Can I use your measurement devices while maintaining my current software infrastructure?
Yes, you own your data. To integrate your data, you can either use our CLI (command line interface) for which we have plenty of code examples or for more advanced users, by choosing the VCP (Virtual COM Port) option when selecting your product.
How many devices can be simultaneously managed by your software tools?
Unlimited number of similar and different devices, provided your system supports the load.
What is your warranty policy?
Dracal Technologies guarantees the incomparable speed of use and the exceptional quality of its products, that they are made of new materials, assembled and tested in our factory in Canada, in processes that respect human rights and the environment. We guarantee the absolute absence of any form of programmed obsolescence, and that conversely, we deploy sustained efforts on both our electrical and mechanical designs to extend the life of our devices as long as possible so that the results of the efforts invested by our customers last over time but also, and just as importantly, to preserve our planet. We guarantee unlimited access to all updates of our free software tools. We offer a 2-year material warranty.
