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Tungsten Light Source

Tungsten Halogen Light Source for VIS-NIR and NIR Spectroscopy

Tungsten halogen light sources are broadband lamps widely used in visible and near-infrared spectroscopy. They generate continuous light through a heated tungsten filament inside a halogen-filled quartz envelope, making them suitable for absorbance, transmittance, reflectance, light source characterization and NIR spectral measurement.
Brolight tungsten light sources are designed for laboratory spectroscopy, photonics experiments, material testing and optical system integration. With stable output, high brightness and optional fan cooling or adjustable intensity, they can be paired with spectrometers, optical fibers, probes and sampling accessories to build complete measurement setups.
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Tungsten Light Source Models

Brolight tungsten light sources are available for different spectroscopy applications, including NIR spectral analysis, absorbance measurement, reflectance testing, transmittance measurement, light source characterization and laboratory optical experiments. Users can choose a suitable model according to output intensity, cooling method, stability requirement, optical interface and measurement setup.

The Applications of Tungsten Light Source

  • The Brolight tungsten light source can be used as a standard light source for spectral analysis, including material transmittance, absorbance, and reflectance measurements.

  •  These photonics instruments integrate with spectrometers for optical characterization in research and industrial applications.


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The Applications of Tungsten Light Source
BIM-6210 Fan-Cooling Tungsten Light Source

How Does a Tungsten Light Source Work?

Electric Current → Heated Tungsten Filament → Broadband Radiation → Quartz Halogen Envelope → Stable VIS-NIR Output

A tungsten light source works by passing electric current through a tungsten filament. As the filament heats up, it emits broadband radiation. In a tungsten halogen lamp, halogen gas inside the quartz envelope helps reduce filament material loss and supports more stable operation. The output of a tungsten halogen light source is continuous and smooth, which makes it useful for spectroscopy systems that need broadband illumination instead of a narrow single-wavelength source. Because the lamp generates heat during operation, proper cooling and stable power control are important for measurement repeatability.


Key Features and Selection Factors of Tungsten Light Sources

When selecting a tungsten halogen light source, users should consider not only brightness but also wavelength range, output stability, cooling design, intensity control, optical interface and compatibility with spectrometers or accessories.

Selection FactorWhy It Matters
Wavelength rangeDetermines whether the light source supports visible, VIS-NIR or NIR measurement
Output intensityAffects signal strength in absorbance, reflectance and transmittance testing
StabilityHelps improve repeatability in spectroscopy experiments
Cooling methodReduces thermal drift during long-time operation
Intensity adjustmentAllows users to match output power to different samples and detectors
Optical interfaceDetermines compatibility with fibers, probes, cuvette holders and spectrometers


Tungsten Light Source vs Deuterium, Xenon and LED Light Sources

Tungsten Halogen Light Source

Best for visible and near-infrared spectroscopy, absorbance, transmittance and reflectance measurement. It provides smooth broadband output and is widely used with spectrometers.

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Deuterium Light Source

Best for ultraviolet spectroscopy, especially below 400 nm. It is often used in UV-Vis spectroscopy and absorbance measurement.

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Xenon Light Source

Best for high-intensity broadband illumination, fluorescence excitation, reflectance testing and applications requiring strong pulsed or continuous light output.

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LED Light Source

Best for selected wavelength bands, compact optical systems and applications where narrow-band or controlled illumination is needed.

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Recommended Tungsten Light Source Setups

A tungsten light source is usually used together with a spectrometer, optical fiber, probe, sample holder or integrating sphere. Brolight can recommend complete spectroscopy setups according to the measurement method and application environment.


Measurement NeedSuggested Configuration
NIR spectral analysisTungsten light source + NIR spectrometer + optical fiber
Reflectance measurementTungsten light source + spectrometer + reflection probe
Transmittance measurementTungsten light source + spectrometer + sample holder
Absorbance measurementTungsten light source + spectrometer + cuvette holder
Light source characterizationTungsten light source + spectrometer + calibrated optical setup
Teaching experimentTungsten light source + miniature spectrometer + software


Tungsten Light Source FAQ

What is a tungsten halogen light source used for?

A tungsten halogen light source is used for spectroscopy applications such as absorbance, transmittance, reflectance, NIR spectral analysis, material testing and light source characterization.


What wavelength range does a tungsten halogen light source cover?

What is the difference between a tungsten light source and a deuterium light source?

Is a tungsten light source suitable for NIR spectroscopy?

Why does a tungsten light source need cooling?

How do I choose a tungsten light source?

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