Light Meters

Light meters are instruments used to measure the intensity and quality of light in various environments. The category includes luxmeters for measuring illuminance in lux or foot-candles, stroboscopes for measuring rotational speed and detecting surface defects under artificial lighting, and portable spectrometers for analyzing the spectral composition of light sources. These instruments are used in facility management, industrial quality control, lighting design, and research laboratories.

Illuminance meters help ensure that workplaces, schools, hospitals, and public spaces meet lighting standards set by organizations such as IESNA and EN 12464. Stroboscopes are used in manufacturing to inspect rotating machinery, detect surface irregularities on moving parts, and calibrate tachometers. Portable spectrometers provide detailed spectral analysis of LED, fluorescent, and other light sources used in display manufacturing and photonics research.

Typical Applications

Workplace illuminance surveys for compliance with occupational health and safety lighting standards
LED and lamp performance testing in lighting design, manufacturing, and certification
Stroboscopic inspection of rotating components, conveyor belts, and printing machinery
Spectral analysis of light sources in display manufacturing and photonics R&D
Photography and cinematography light level assessment and color temperature measurement
Horticultural lighting optimization for indoor grow facilities and greenhouses

Popular Brands

Fluke offers professional stroboscopes widely used in industrial maintenance. Extech provides versatile and affordable luxmeters for field use. PCE Instruments manufactures a range of luxmeters and environmental measuring instruments. Vitrek offers specialized portable micro-spectrometers for advanced spectral measurement applications.