PerkinElmer PE300BFA Xenon Arc Lamp Bulb

Overview

The PerkinElmer PE300BFA Xenon Arc Lamp Bulb is a high-intensity, short-arc discharge lamp engineered for use in PerkinElmer’s PE300 series broadband illumination systems. It operates on the principle of xenon gas ionization under high-voltage DC or pulsed excitation, generating a continuous spectral output from ~190 nm (deep UV) to >2,500 nm (near-infrared), with peak irradiance in the visible region. This spectral profile closely approximates natural daylight (5000 K correlated color temperature), making it ideal for applications requiring photometric accuracy, solar simulation, spectrophotometric calibration, and photochemical reaction studies. The lamp is designed as a drop-in OEM replacement—fully compatible with the mechanical, electrical, and thermal interfaces of the original PerkinElmer PE300 light source housing. Its robust quartz envelope, precisely aligned tungsten electrodes, and controlled fill pressure ensure stable arc positioning and long-term radiometric reproducibility.

Key Features

• True 300 W nominal power rating, delivering consistent radiant flux across UV-Vis-NIR spectrum
• Rated operational lifetime exceeding 1,000 hours under recommended cooling and ignition conditions
• Color temperature of 5000 K—certified per CIE 15:2018 for daylight simulation fidelity
• Quartz envelope doped with UV-transmitting additives to maximize output below 250 nm
• Pre-aligned electrode geometry ensuring repeatable arc stability and minimal beam wander
• Fully compliant with PerkinElmer PE300 series thermal management profiles and ballast interface protocols
• Manufactured under ISO 9001-certified quality system in Beijing, China, with full traceability of raw materials and assembly batches

Sample Compatibility & Compliance

The PE300BFA is intended exclusively for integration into PerkinElmer PE300-series light engines—including the PE300UV, PE300BF, and PE300FIS models—and is not rated for standalone operation. It meets dimensional, electrical, and thermal interface requirements defined in PerkinElmer Technical Bulletin TB-PE300-02 Rev. D. While not an official PerkinElmer-branded component, this replacement lamp conforms to ASTM E927-21 (Standard Specification for Solar Simulation for Photovoltaic Testing) Class AAA spectral match criteria when used with factory-calibrated PE300 optics and filters. It supports GLP-compliant workflows through documented lot traceability and manufacturer-provided burn-in test reports (available upon request). No modifications to host instrumentation firmware or safety interlocks are required.

Software & Data Management

As a passive optical component, the PE300BFA does not incorporate embedded electronics or firmware. However, its performance directly impacts data integrity in instrument platforms relying on PE300 illumination—such as UV-Vis spectrophotometers, fluorescence microscopes, and photochemical reactors. Users are advised to log lamp installation date, cumulative operating hours, and spectral output verification (e.g., via NIST-traceable radiometer or reference photodiode) in laboratory information management systems (LIMS) to satisfy FDA 21 CFR Part 11 audit requirements. PerkinElmer’s WinSpec and LightCal software suites recognize standard PE300 lamp usage cycles and support automated runtime tracking when paired with compatible power supplies featuring digital communication (RS-485 or USB HID).

Applications

• Solar simulator calibration for PV cell efficiency testing (IEC 60904-9, ASTM E927)
• Broadband excitation source in steady-state and time-resolved fluorescence spectroscopy
• Reference irradiance source in UV-Vis-NIR spectrophotometer validation (USP & EP Chapter <857>)
• Accelerated weathering and photostability testing per ISO 4892-2 and ASTM G154
• Photochemical synthesis and photocatalytic activity assessment (e.g., TiO₂ degradation kinetics)
• Calibration of imaging spectrometers and hyperspectral sensors requiring uniform spectral radiance

FAQ

Is the PE300BFA compatible with non-PerkinElmer light sources?
No. This lamp is dimensionally and electrically optimized for the PE300 series only. Use in third-party housings may result in arc instability, premature failure, or safety hazards.
Does the lamp require a specific warm-up or cool-down protocol?
Yes. A minimum 15-minute stabilization period is required after ignition to achieve spectral equilibrium. Power must be cycled through the built-in lamp controller—never switched via mains interrupters—to prevent electrode sputtering.
How is lamp lifetime defined and verified?
Lifetime is measured as time until radiant flux at 400 nm drops below 80% of initial value under specified cooling airflow (≥120 L/min) and voltage regulation (±1%). Burn-in data is provided per batch.
Can this lamp be used in ozone-generating configurations?
No. The fused silica envelope is not doped for 185 nm transmission; ozone generation requires specialized synthetic quartz lamps with VUV-grade transmission.
What documentation accompanies each unit?
Each lamp ships with a Certificate of Conformance (CoC), batch-specific spectral irradiance curve (350–800 nm), and installation torque specification sheet for the base mounting ring.