New Compact UV-VIS S2D2 Fiber Light Source

Bridgewater, New Jersey – January 22, 2008 – Hamamatsu Corporation has introduced the L10671, a new compact UV-VIS fiber light source with an S2D2 (Stable and Small Deuterium) lamp.

The compact L10671 uses an S2D2 lamp and Tungsten lamp. It offers high radiant power and high stability with a fluctuation of 0.004% peak-to-peak (equivalent to 2 x 10^-5 A.U.). It also features an external control and shutter function, and it operates on low voltage. The small size (72 mm x 40 mm x 90 mm) and light weight (200 g) of the L10671 make it ideal to use in portable devices which require a UV-VIS light source. Intended applications include spectrophotometry, environmental and biological measurements, absorption spectrum measurement, pharmaceutical testing, HPLC, semiconductor inspection, and others.

For more information about the L10671, including pricing and delivery time, please call Hamamatsu Corporation at 1-800-524-0504 or visit the company's website, http://sales.hamamatsu.com.

About Hamamatsu Corporation

Hamamatsu Corporation is the North American subsidiary of Hamamatsu Photonics K.K. (Japan), a leading manufacturer of devices for the generation and measurement of infrared, visible, and ultraviolet light. These devices include photodiodes, photomultiplier tubes, scientific light sources, infrared detectors, photoconductive cells, and image sensors. The parent company is dedicated to the advancement of photonics through extensive research. This corporate philosophy results in state-of-the-art products which are used throughout the world in scientific, industrial, and commercial applications.

Media contact

George E. Marshall

Hamamatsu Corporation

360 Foothill Road, Box 6910, Bridgewater, New Jersey 08807-0910

Phone: (908) 231-0960 / Fax: (908) 231-1218

Email: gmarshall@hamamatsu.com

Information furnished by Hamamatsu Corporation is believed to be reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed for possible inaccuracies or omissions. Specifications are subject to change without notice.