Xenon (Xe) Arc Lamps

Xenon (Xe) arc lamps have a relatively smooth emission curve in the UV to visible spectrums, with characteristic wavelengths emitted from 750-1000 nm. Their sun-like emission spectrum and ~5800 K color temperature make them a popular choice for solar simulation, as well as absorption and fluorescence and source spectral scanning applications.

Relatively Smooth Emission Curve in the UV to Visible
Ozone Free, UV Enhanced, and High Stability Versions
Sun-like Emission Spectrum

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Description	Compatibility	Lamp Wattage	Lamp Type	Effective Arc Size	Approximate Brightness	Approximate Flux	Avail.	Price
6247 Xenon Arc Lamps Xenon Arc Lamp, 75 Watt, High Stability	UNIVERSAL	75 W	Xe, High Stability	1.0 x 1.5 mm	300 cd mm<sup>-2</sup>	1200 lm	Discontinued
6251NS Xenon Arc Lamps Xenon Arc Lamp, 75 W, 0.25 x 0.5 mm Effective Arc Size	UNIVERSAL	75 W	Xe	0.4 x 0.8 mm	400 cd mm<sup>-2</sup>	1000 lm		$400
6252 Xenon Arc Lamps Xenon Arc Lamp, 100 W, Ozone Free, Integrated Full Reflector	UNIVERSAL	100 W	Xe, Ozone Free	0.4 x 0.8 mm				$1,045
6254 Xenon Arc Lamps Xenon Arc Lamp, 150 W, UV Enhanced	UNIVERSAL	150 W	Xe, UV-Enhanced	0.5 x 2.2 mm	150 cd mm<sup>-2</sup>	3000 lm		$785
6255 Xenon Arc Lamps Xenon Arc Lamp, 150 W, Ozone Free	UNIVERSAL	150 W	Xe, Ozone Free	0.5 x 2.2 mm	150 cd mm<sup>-2</sup>	3000 lm		$625
6256 Xenon Arc Lamps Xenon Arc Lamp, 150 W, 0.5 x 1.5 mm Effective Arc Size	UNIVERSAL	150 W	Xe, Ozone Free	0.5 x 1.5 mm	160 cd mm<sup>-2</sup>	2200 lm		$455
6257 Xenon Arc Lamps Xenon Arc Lamp, 100 W, Ozone Free	UNIVERSAL	100 W	Xe, Ozone Free	0.4 x 0.8 mm	320 cd mm<sup>-2</sup>	1800 lm		$600
6263 Xenon Arc Lamps Xenon Arc Lamp, 75 W, Ozone Free	UNIVERSAL	75 W	Xe, Ozone Free	0.4 x 0.8 mm	400 cd mm<sup>-2</sup>	1000 lm		$415
6267 Xenon Arc Lamps Xenon Arc Lamp, 500 W, Ozone Free	UNIVERSAL	500 W	Xe, Ozone Free	1.6 x 1.1 mm	600 cd mm<sup>-2</sup>	13000 lm	Discontinued
6271A Xenon Arc Lamps Replacement Arc Lamp, 1000 W Xenon, Class A Solar Simulator	UNIVERSAL	1000 W	Xe				Discontinued

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Compatibility

We offer complete light source systems as well as components for you to easily build your own systems.

When used with a Q Series lamp housing, the system will need the following components:

Lamp
Lamp Socket Adapter
Lamp Housing
Condensing Lens Assembly
Rear Reflector
Interface Kit
Power Supply and appropriate cables

Lamp Housing	Lamp Model	Lamp Socket Adapter	Condensing Lens Assembly Options	Rear Reflector	Interface Kit	Power Supply	Cable	Complete System
60000	6251NS	60014	60006 60008 60076 67017	60005	60025	69907	70050	Low Power Q Series Xe
	6257
	6263

When used with a Research Series lamp housing, the system will need the following components:

Lamp
Lamp Socket Adapter
Lamp Housing (includes rear reflector and condensing lens assembly)
Power Supply and appropriate cables

Lamp Housing Options	Lamp Model	Lamp Socket Adapter	Power Supply	Cable	Complete System
50-500 W 66901 66902 67001 67005	6251NS	66150	69907	70050	Low Power Xe
	6263
	6257
	6255	66151
	6254	66151
	6256	66152			-
	6259	66160	69911		Medium Power Xe
	6258	66160	69911		Medium Power Xe
450-1000 W 66921 66923	6279NS	6163	69920	70052*	High Power Xe
	6278	6163
	6271	6162
	6269	6162
*70052 cable set is included in 69921 and 69923 housing.

Features

Ozone Free Xenon Lamps

UV wavelength emissions below ~260 nm create toxic ozone. Ideally, an arc lamp is operated outdoors or in a room with adequate ventilation to protect the user from ozone created. If this is not possible, an Ozone Eater should be used. However, if the application does not require wavelength emission below ~260 nm from the arc lamp, using an ozone free lamp is a convenient option. An ozone free lamp is coated to remove the unwanted UV Wavelengths

UV-Enhanced Xenon Lamps

When additional UV output from the xenon lamp is required, UV-enhanced lamps are available. These lamps provide the same visible to NIR performance of an standard Xe arc lamp while providing high intensity UV output as well.

High Stability Xenon Lamps

High stability Xe arc lamps are made of a higher quality cathode than typically used for xenon arc lamp construction. As a result, no arc wander occurs, allowing the lamp to maintain a consistent output intensity throughout its lifetime.

Xenon Lamp Shelf Life

We recommend purchasing replacement xenon lamps only as needed. Xe arc lamps do have an unspecified shelf life, which over time can cause the end cap seals to leak and degrade lamp performance. Newport strives to keep Xe bulbs in stock to reduce lead times when ordering a replacement.

6247, 6251NS, and 6263 Spectral Irradiance

6257 and 6258 Spectral Irradiance

6254, 6255 and 6256 Spectral Irradiance

6278 and 6279NS Spectral Irradiance

6269 and 6271 Spectral Irradiance.

62711 Spectral Irradiance.

Arc Lamp Safety

Arc lamps may emit dangerous levels of UV radiation depending on their source type. Ensure that only authorized personnel are in the vicinity of the source, and wearing the necessary safety equipment such as UV protective eyewear, clothing, and gloves. Lighted UV warning signs, posted outside laboratory doors where UV sources are operating, can prevent accidental exposure. Newport also recommends using an electronic shutter to block the beam when the source is not in use but remains turned on. Alternatively, the beam can be safely contained by using beam tubes or fiber optic cables to deliver the light to a sample. It is recommended to vent the ozone that is produced by some lamp models to the outside or use the 66087 Ozone Eater.

Accessories

UV Safety Equipment

Description	Compatibility	Price
49121 Ultraviolet Protective Gloves, Size 10, Black Neoprene, Set of 3	UNIVERSAL	$75
49123 UV Protective Gloves, Size 8, Black Neoprene, Set of 3	UNIVERSAL	$75
49126 Safety Goggles, UV Light Sources, Flexible Frame	UNIVERSAL	$80
66087 Ozone Eater™, 110/220 VAC, 50/60 Hz	UNIVERSAL	$2,090